James Friebert

I am looking to become a school counselor and work in an elementary school with children. I have worked at my local summer camp as a camp counselor and a sports activity specialist for the past 4 years. I also helped volunteer at my mom's preschool where I got to interact with kids while also observing them during playtime. I want to work with kids in the future because I am super passionate about helping them grow into amazing individuals. They always know how to put a smile on my face. I want to make a real difference in a child's life, so they can learn the basic skills they will need when they get older.

• Dancer Relations Committee Member (THON), The Pennsylvania State University, Contributed to the Dancer Relations Committee. I was assigned 2 dancers and was responsible for their mental and physical health making sure they got through the 46 hours of dancing during THON weekend. DR works to provide the safety and well-being of dancers' physical, mental, and emotional health throughout THON Weekend.
• Rules and Regulations Committee Member (THON), The Pennsylvania State University, Contributed to the Rules and Regulations Fundraising and Event Safety Committee and was responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment during THON weekend. R&R works to provide a positive experience at all THON Events to volunteers and supporters, coordinating the logistical aspects such as Building Security and Floor access.
• Bravo Award, Academy of the Holy Cross, Awarded for being a good role model for the kids I oversaw and doing my job which was to be responsible and have fun.
• Harmony Volunteer, The Pennsylvania State University, Volunteered for the club Harmony which is a multidisciplinary performing arts program that seeks to integrate children and young adults, both with and without special needs with Penn State student volunteers. My role was to help the students with their acting, singing, and dancing skills while also encouraging them during rehearsals. It was also to create relationships, promote equality, and boost communication through musical theatre.
• Dean's List, The Pennsylvania State University, Made the Dean's List for the fall 2022 semester in the College of Education