Future Teachers – Future Leaders Peer Mentors

Class: Sophomore
Endorsements: Special Education, English Language Arts, and Reading
Hometown: Panora, Iowa
About me: My name is Anna Holloway and I am from Panora, Iowa. I am currently a sophomore here at Iowa State University, majoring in Elementary Education. My endorsement areas include Special Education, English Language Arts, and Reading. I am involved in FTEA and hope to become more involved on campus this semester! In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends and family. I like to spend my time reading, being outside, playing with my animals, and watching Netflix. My favorite thing about Iowa State is the supportive and caring professors and advisors within the education program!

Class: Junior
Endorsements: English/Language Arts, Reading, and Coaching

Hometown: Dixon, Illinois
About me: My name is Maddy Jacobs, and I am from Dixon, IL. I am currently a junior who transferred from a community college. Fall of 2021 was my first year on campus, and I already feel so at home here at Iowa State. I am majoring in Elementary Education with endorsements in English/Language Arts, Reading, and Coaching. I am also involved in the Tennis Club and FTEA. In my spare time, I love playing tennis, going on long walks, watching my favorite shows, and spending time with my friends and family. Coming to Iowa State from a small town and small school, I was so nervous about feeling overwhelmed and not knowing many people. However, the people I met, and the classes I took made me feel right at home, which is why the welcoming atmosphere of Iowa State is my favorite part. I also love walking around the beautiful campus, especially in the fall.

Class: Junior
Endorsements: English/ Language Arts, Reading, and the Learning Technologies Minor
Hometown: Ankeny, Iowa
About me: My name is Emersyn Graw, and I am from Ankeny, Iowa. I am a junior majoring in Elementary Education with endorsements in English/ Language Arts, Reading, and the Learning Technologies Minor. I am usually working (currently at Ames Community Preschool) and finding jobs that involve working with kids to gain experience. When I am not working, I enjoy going to the gym, reading, and hanging out with friends and family. When I came for a campus visit to Iowa State, I knew it was the place for me because of our beautiful campus and the endless opportunities and support given to students! I am so excited to be a peer mentor for EDUC 315, as it will help me be more involved, be a leader for other students, and meet amazing people. 

Class: Junior
Endorsements: English/Language Arts and Reading
Hometown: West Des Moines, Iowa
About me: My name is Regan Gaskill, and I am from West Des Moines, Iowa. I am a junior this year at Iowa State majoring in Elementary Education with endorsements in English/Language Arts and Reading. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and watching Netflix. I also love working with children and have been a nanny for three years. My favorite thing about Iowa State is the beautiful campus and how much the professors genuinely care about your success. 

Class: Sophomore
Endorsements: English/Language Arts, Reading and Social Studies
Hometown: Ogden, Iowa
About me: Hello, my name is Lauren Kennedy and I am from Ogden, Iowa. I am a sophomore majoring in Elementary Education with endorsements in English/Language Arts, Reading, and Social Studies. This will be my second semester as a peer mentor. I am a member of Chi Omega. For the past two years, I have been involved with Dance Marathon. I am a morale captain for the organization. In my spare time, I like to hang out with my friends and family. We like to do anything from watching movies to going on adventures. One thing that drew me to Iowa State was the beautiful campus and it continues to be my favorite part (especially in the fall). My goal as a peer mentor is for my mentees to experience all this program has to offer. 

Class: Junior
Endorsements: English/Language Arts and Reading
Hometown: Bondurant, Iowa
About me: My name is Raegan Little. I am currently a junior at Iowa State pursuing a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in English/Language Arts and Reading. I am originally from Bondurant, Iowa, a small town located about 35 minutes from Ames. I am a part of a college ministry on campus and love it! I enjoy reading books in my free time and spending time with my growing family. My favorite thing about Iowa State is the endless opportunities that the university provides. There is something for everyone, which makes this campus feel like home!

Class: Junior
Endorsements: English/ Language Arts
Hometown: Johnston, Iowa
About me: My name is Ellee Miller and I am from Johnston, Iowa. I am a junior at Iowa State majoring in Elementary Education with an English/ Language Arts endorsement. I am excited to start the second semester as a peer mentor since being involved on campus during COVID was tricky! In my free time, I love spending time with my family, friends, and my dog Murphy! I have always been an Iowa State fan so I have looked forward to coming here for college for as long as I can remember. I love going to football and basketball games, it has been something that I have done since I was a kid and I have made so many great memories! I also have enjoyed making so many new friends and being able to see old friends around campus.