Applied Human Sciences Ambassadors

Abby Pegues, a senior in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Gerontology and Human Development and Family Science. She says, "I chose this program because I believe everyone should have a voice, and I want to make an impact on people’s lives. I love how connected the program is. The professors make time to get to know us, and they push us to be our best for the future. I love the atmosphere at Kansas State University."

adpegues@k-state.edu

Audrey Hansen, a senior in Human Development and Family Science with minors in Conflict and Trauma Studies, Interdisciplinary Conflict Resolution, and Well-Being. She says, "I plan on attending the Couples and Family Therapy Master's Program here at K-State! I chose my major because I am so passionate about helping others, especially when it comes to conflict resolution, trauma, and children! My major is flexible enough that I can take a variety of classes and really indulge in my passions! I love the applied human sciences department so much because of the amazing professors; they truly care about you and want you to succeed in everything you do!"

ajhansen@k-state.edu

Becky Errington, a junior in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She says, "Being at K-State has been a wonderful experience for me, from the professors I have worked with, to my peers, Manhattan easily became the place I call home. I chose my major because I want to help people of all ages communicate and grow more confident in themselves. "

Collette Kennedy, a senior in Communication Sciences and Disorders with minors in Human Development and Family Science and Kinesiology. She says, "I was born and raised in a Kansas State loving family and fell in love with it myself from the strong sense of community. I chose to pursue a major within the Applied Human Sciences Department because of their values of helping people and enhancing others' overall well-being. I am so excited to get to work with AHS faculty and fellow students!"

cakennedy@k-state.edu

Jenna Reinert, a senior in Human Development and Family Sciences with minors in Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Well-Being, and Communication. She says "One of my favorite parts about the program is how people oriented it is. It is also broad, so you can pair it with your other interests and compliment your overall career path."

jlreinert@k-state.edu

Lanie Nelson, a senior in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies, was born and raised in purple and would recommend Kansas State to anyone. She loves the program because of how friendly both students and professors are and how they truly care about your success and well-being.

lanien@k-state.edu

Meridy Timken, a sophomore studying Human Development and Family Sciences with a minor in Spanish and also on the Pre-Nursing track. She says, "I chose nursing because I have always found interest in the medical field and liked that being a nurse meant getting to care for people at such a direct level. The AHS department has been so good to me! Each faculty member and student I have met has treated me with such kindness and one thing that is unique is how the classes are focused on the student and what is manageable for them!"
timkenmj@k-state.edu

Tori Tetrick, a sophomore in Family and Consumer Science Education. She says, "I’m Victoria Tetrick, everyone calls me Tori! I chose this program because I made a connection with my FCS teacher in high school, and I knew I wanted to study FCS longer. I love the department of applied human sciences at K-State because the staff and professors are so accommodating and kind. I feel right at home in Justin hall!"
tetrickvic@k-state.edu

Zoe Hardenbrook, a sophomore studying Communication Sciences and Disorders with minors in Gerontology and Leadership. She chose this path to provide people with the same opportunities as any other person would have. She loves the program and K-State because everyone is so welcoming and supportive!

zhardenbrook@k-state.edu