Amber Thompson, Edwardsville, Nursing major
“People wanting to be around me.”

Helen Jarden, Alton,
English major
“People taking care of me, and listening to me.
Actions speak louder than words.”

Makena Carmean, Bethalto,
Radio Broadcasting major
“When my dog wakes me up in the morning
and kisses me on the cheek,
and when I get home after a long day,
he says ‘I love you’.”

Mitchel Toolen, Roxana,
Radio Broadcasting major
“People having a real conversation
with me that doesn’t waste my time.”

Rebecca McAdams, Edwardsville,
Criminal Justice major
“When the people I work with make me smile,
and give me recognition through a high five.”