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____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>Last October, the Student Athletic Board elected Heather Schaefer as 2009 Homecoming Queen. The IDS interviewed Schaefer and asked her about her involvement at IU, her experience being Homecoming Queen and what she is doing now. Homecoming Queen Heather Schaefer and King Cale O’Bryan celebrate at the 2009 Homecoming football game. IDS What school did you graduate from in the spring?Schaefer I graduated in May of 2010 from the Kelley School of Business with a bachelor’s in marketing. I was in the top 1 percent of the Kelley School. This summer, I started training with Cardinal Health as a sales representative for health care. In two weeks, I will be moving out to New Jersey to start as an actual sales representative, which is very exciting. Health care is a great field. IDS What were you involved in at IU?Schaefer Well, I was in the Kelley School. I was the on the executive board for the Student Business Ambassadors program as the day host coordinator, I was president of the IU Student Alumni Association senior year, and I spoke at graduation. Most of my involvement was with SAA. I got to put together Homecoming events, and I helped put on the first Nearly Naked Mile at IU, which is very exciting. It was very exciting to be able to experience Homecoming from the other side when I won Homecoming Queen after all those years planning and working the events.IDS How was the experience of winning Homecoming Queen?Schaefer My advisor from SAA encouraged me and gave me the confidence to apply for court. I never expected to be on court. I remember standing out on the field being so excited, nervous and cold, and I was in complete shock when they called my name. I couldn’t believe it. It was one of the best feelings. It was definitely the highlight moment of my college career and one I will never forget. I was so happy and grateful and shocked. I got the crown and the sash, which I still have, and flowers, along with a $500 scholarship, which was so wonderful. I got the glow, and afterward a friend and I went to celebrate at Bluebird, where the band Dot Dot Dot was performing. They saw me in my crown and pulled me on stage, and the lead singer sang me the hit “Here in Your Arms” by Hellogoodbye, which was so incredible.IDS What do you miss about IU?Schaefer Oh gosh, I miss it so much. First, I miss all of the fantastic people — the people at IU are the nicest and friendliest. I miss walking around campus and the feeling you get. I always took the time to appreciate campus as I was walking by the Union and seeing the changing leaves. IU is so prestigious and great. Everyone knows how great the reputation of a Hoosier is. From the diverse people to the outstanding staff, it couldn’t get much better or give students a better chance at success. With the spirit of learning, pride and optimism, along with the opportunities, anything is possible at IU if you apply yourself in a beautiful environment that fosters growth and learning. Always take the time to appreciate the campus. Stock up on knowledge from the diverse and prestigious faculty, and know that as a small-town, nerdy girl, anyone can be anything at IU.
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____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>Ever since restarting the tradition in 1978, the Student Athletic Board at IU has elected a Homecoming Court of five students, including a king and queen who best exemplify the qualities of an IU Hoosier. The IDS spoke with this year's Homecoming Court members. Homecoming King Court Members Justin KrachmalnickMajor Accounting and financeMinor Political scienceCampus Involvement Founding father of the Beta Iota Chapter of Alpha Epsilon, director of student fundraising programs for IU Hillel, president of Off-Campus Honors Council for the Hutton Honors College Association, accounting teacher assistant and tutor, Beta Alpha Psi, Student Accounting Society, Tennis Club and Kelley School of Business’ Civic Leadership DevelopmentIDS How did it feel to be selected for Homecoming Court?Krachmalnick I was initially surprised to be nominated to apply for the 2010 Homecoming Court. I was honored to be chosen for the court among many qualified and dedicated students to the IU community.IDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Krachmalnick Homecoming tailgate and football game.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU?Krachmalnick Helping many students with their introductory accounting classes as an undergraduate teacher assistant and tutor. Ryan PatenaMajor InformaticsCampus Involvement WIUX 99.1 FM, IU Student Television Station, IU Run ClubIDS How did it feel to be selected for Homecoming Court?Patena I was very excited, proud and grateful to know I was selected to the court.IDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Patena The Nearly Naked Mile.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU?Patena Holding the general manager position at WIUX student radio.Nathanial KenningerMajor Legal studies, economics and SpanishCampus Involvement Trockman Microfinance Initiative, Kelley School of Business Student Government, IU Student Association Funding BoardIDS How did it feel to be selected for Homecoming Court?Kenninger I’m excited to partake in the IU Homecoming Tradition.IDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Kenninger Homecoming tailgate.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU?Kenninger Convincing my two younger sisters to attend IU.Ryan DuerringMajor Psychology and criminal justiceCampus Involvement President of the Interfraternity Council, Dean of Students Advisory Board, President of Delta Upsilon in 2009IDS How did it feel to be selected for Homecoming Court?Duerring Very cool, to say the least. I’m honored to have the chance at being Homecoming King, and I’m looking forward to the events of the week.IDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Duerring The game, hands down.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU?Duerring To be honest, being selected for the Homecoming Court is pretty high up there. I look at it as a culmination of everything I’ve accomplished here at IU, and I’m very proud of my experience.Homecoming Queen Court Members Caitlin Van KootenMajor Economics and historyCampus Involvement Teter cycling team, Riders Council, Union Board 2008-10, undergraduate instructor for the Department of EconomicsIDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Kooten I love seeing all the people that come in from out of town for the weekend.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU =?Kooten Winning the Little 500.Amanda StahlMajor Criminal justiceMinor SpanishCampus Involvement President of Student Alumni Association, police officer for IU Police Department, Dean of Students Advisory Board , teacher’s assistant for Intro to Jazz Dance TechniqueIDS How did it feel to be selected for Homecoming Court?Stahl Being selected for the Homecoming Court has been an honor and a privilege. Everyone that is sitting on the Homecoming Court this year has done great things for this University, and it is a great honor to serve with them.IDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Stahl I love traditions, and I love IU. My favorite event during Homecoming is the parade and pep rally. This event is a long standing tradition at IU, and it is great to see all the alumni come back and visit.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU?Stahl Being a police officer, I had no idea what was in store for me. I qualified as the fastest female in driving during our emergency vehicle operations and the second highest in my class of 32 in sit-ups. I struggled through the sweat and tears, and on Aug. 14, I graduated with honors from the Indiana University Police Academy.Kacey Bourdage Major Secondary special education and English educationCampus Involvement Over the years I have been involved with IU Student Foundation, Best Buddies International and Kelley School of Business’ Civic Leadership Development. Currently, most of my time is dedicated to being the president of my sorority, Alpha Omicron Pi.IDS How did it feel to be selected for Homecoming Court?Bourdage When I found out that I was chosen to be on the court, I was super excited. IU has such a large student body, so it truly is an honor to have been selected as one of the semifinalists.IDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Bourdage Totally the Nearly Naked Mile. Not only is it a lot of fun, but I love that the mission of the event is philanthropy based.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU?Bourdage It was extremely rewarding to have had an opportunity to go on two different alternative spring break trips. I have met some awesome people, have learned a lot about myself and have had some unforgettable experiences.Lynn HughesMajor Sport marketing and management, sport communicationCampus Involvement Student Athletic Board President, IUSA congress member, representative for the School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, activities coordinator for Alpha Gamma Delta, HPER Dean’s Advisory Board, Dean of Students Advisory Board, Jill Behrman 5K Steering Committee IDS How did it feel to be selected for Homecoming Court?Hughes I was very surprised. There are so many outstanding senior student leaders on campus, and to be selected for Homecoming Court among such an impressive pool of candidates is unbelievable. I’m very excited to have the opportunity to be a member of the Homecoming Court and represent the student organizations that I’m involved in.IDS What is your favorite Homecoming event?Hughes Yell Like Hell.IDS What has been your greatest accomplishment at IU?Hughes would say that my greatest accomplishment would be being a part of the Jill Behrman 5K Steering Committee. To be apart of an event like the Jill Behrman 5K, which is important to the campus and the community, is something that I’m very proud to have ties with.