Student Leader Profiles
Florida Tech is home to some of the most extraordinary young men and women in the entire world. Not only are these men and women exceptional students, but many of them take leadership roles throughout campus, whether as a leader in their Fraternity or Sorority or as a member of Student Government or one of the over 100 clubs and organizations on campus. A few are so outstanding that we wanted everyone to have to opportunity to get to know them a little better.
This month’s profile is a double header featuring the recipients of the Student Leader of Year Award last spring. Brittany Hyde and Kristina Messina have extensive experience in a variety of clubs and organizations on campus and have held more leadership positions combined to list. Here are a few facts about these two ladies and some advice they have for up and coming leaders. So if you see Brittany or Kristina around the Student Life Office or at an event, grab them and fire your hardest leadership challenge. I bet they can help…
 
Question |
Brittany Hyde |
Kristina Messina |
Hometown: |
“Originally Tulsa, Oklahoma, but most recently Herndon, Virginia.” |
“Greenbrier, Tennessee” |
Age: |
21 |
21 |
Current Academic Standing: |
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Senior |
Current Member of: |
“Phi Sigma Sigma, CAB, Homecoming, Relay for Life, Orientation Staff” |
“Resident Hall Association (past President 2 terms), Student Government (senator), Phi Sigma Sigma, Panhellenic (Vice President of Social Programming), Homecoming Chair (co-chair 2004, chair 2005, 2006, 2006 (part 2!!!) |
“What is your favorite book on leadership?” |
“Quotes books, because they give me inspiration and help me convey my thoughts to others.” |
“Who moved my Cheese? It takes a complex analogy and makes it easy to understand.” |
“What is the hardest Thing about being a leader at Florida Tech?” |
“Time management is definitely the hardest part. It’s very easy to end up doing too much on our campus.” |
“Balancing school and work. You have to know when and how to say no. |
What advice you would give someone who wants to become a leader” |
“Use upperclassmen who are experienced as resources and never let your values shift for the good of the organization. This is a sign that something’s wrong!!” |
“Get involved early, but don’t OVER involve yourself. Remember, you are here for school, not student activities…” |
“When you’re not putting time into an organization, how d you relax from all this?” |
“Random dance parties with my roomie! TV and movies are always good too…” |
“I enjoy sleeping, going out with friends, and taking showers.” |
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