Peer Advisor Bios
Name: Kristi Benson
Major: Early Childhood Studies and Special Education
Year in School: Senior
Hometown: Edina, MN
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Animal: Dog
Favorite Restaurant: TGI Fridays
If you could be any celebrity, who would it be and why?
Cameron Diaz – She is a good actress who is gorgeous and funny.
What is your dream date?
Any sporting event followed by a romantic dinner.
What is your ideal job (money is not a factor)?
Advertising Executive
If you could go back in time to any time period, what would if be and why?
50’s or 80’s – The 50’s had fun dances and the 80’s had ridiculous styles.
What are the top three attributes you look for in a friend?
Honesty, Loyalty, and Trustworthy
How did you decide on your major?
I have always loved working with kids. My top two choices were advertising and teaching. I chose teaching because I feel it is every rewarding. I enjoy helping others and seeing people succeed.
What has been the best experience of college for you?
Learning about myself and what I want out of life. I have changed a lot and am glad with many of the decisions I have made.
Any words of wisdom for students deciding on a career?
Make sure that you are picking something you will enjoy 10 years down the road. Don’t pick it just because there are lots of dollar signs linked to it or because it was the easiest choice. You really can do anything you put your mind to – as long as you enjoy doing it.
