This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Millersville chapter.
As part of 90s week, read about Melanie’s favorite memories from her childhood!
Age: 21
Relationship Status: In a relationship (4 years and going strong!)
Major: Sociology
Minor: International Studies
Year: Junior
Campus activities: Sociology Club, University Activities Board, student assistant for the Office of Alumni Engagement
Other hobbies: Traveling, hanging out with my awesome roommates and playing with my nieces.
Favorite food? Bread (any kind!)
Favorite color? Teal
Biggest pet peeve? Know-it-alls
Biggest fear? BALLOONS (Specifically when they pop!)
One of your favorite memories at Millersville? Homecoming and family dinners at the Upper Deck
Favorite aspect about Millersville? I love how gorgeous our campus is as well as the friendly students and staff.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Working with international students and owning a hedgehog.
What’s something you’d like to do before you graduate? Study abroad
If possible, what advice would you give to your high school self? Spend as much time as you can getting to know your grandparents and don’t worry so much about what other people think.
Where did you grow up? Brogue, Pennsylvania
What was your favorite part about growing up there? I loved living in the country! It’s beautiful and peaceful with lots of fields and space to run around in, not to mention lots of privacy!
Favorite memories as a child? Playing with my older sisters, camping trips with my family and having tent sleepovers in my backyard.
Favorite TV show as a child? So many good ones, but probably “Sabrina the Teenage Witch.”
Favorite TV show now? “The Big Bang Theory“
Favorite music artist as a child? The Beatles
Favorite music artist now? Still The Beatles, but too many others to pick just one!
Who was your celebrity crush as a child? Nick Carter from the Backstreet Boys
Who is your celebrity crush now? Alex Pettyfer
What was your dream job as a child? To be a famous basketball player.
What is your dream job now? Getting paid to travel all over the world.
What do you miss most about the 90s? All the music and TV shows, Pokémon, AIM and everything Nintendo.