Thandeka Mudavanhu

I am a freshman at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, studying Psychology and Business. I became a member of "Her Campus Illinois" last semester, the women's magazine, as my first Registered Student Organization (RSO). I am continuing with the organization in the spring semester and am actively involved in the Marketing and Social Media teams. Through working with other members on weekly assignments, I have developed my skills in advertising and communication.

Additionally, I am a part of "Eat4Health," where I help teach elementary school students about leading healthy lifestyles and am improving my public speaking and collaborative skills. I recently was admitted to the Society of Women in Business as well as the Society of Women in Public Affairs and I am excited to further pursue my professional careers.Aside from academic organizations, I am a competitive gymnast on the Flippin Illini Gymnastics team. Participating in gymnastics allows me to pursue my passion and take a break from my academic responsibilities. Although it is not directly related to my studies, being a gymnast helps me maintain self-motivation and determination, which are crucial traits for academic success.