Millersville’s Housing and Residential Programs is proud to showcase our staff and all of the incredible work they do to make the residence halls at Millersville safe and a great environment for students to live and learn in. This week’s staff spotlight pick is graduate assistant Hannah Stoner. Continue reading to learn more about Hannah, her tips for managing schoolwork, and what led her to become a graduate assistant!
What made you want to become a Graduate Assistant (GA)?
Hannah: I wanted to become a GA because I love working with students and want to do anything I can to allow them to feel at home here at Millersville!
What has been the most rewarding part of being a GA?
Hannah: The most rewarding part of being a GA has been building a close-knit family with my Desk Attendant and Resident Assistant staff.
How have you been handling everything caused by COVID-19?
Hannah: This is a chaotic and difficult time in the world, but I am hanging in there and doing what I can to stay safe during COVID-19. I have been spending my time cooking, playing Animal Crossing on my Nintendo Switch, and hiking during quarantine!
Do you have any tips for succeeding academically given the various changes?
Hannah: I know that it can be hard to focus on schoolwork when there is so much uncertainty in our country right now. I would recommend putting aside time to study and do homework away from distractions. Make sure that you are taking breaks and spending time outside or being active!
Do you have any advice for residents regarding how to keep themselves and others safe from COVID-19 this fall?
Hannah: Remember to wear your mask and continue to social distance in order to keep yourself and others safe!
Subscribe to our blog to receive email notifications whenever we make a new post!
Follow us on social media:
Twitter: @villehousing. Twitter QR Code:
Instagram: @villehousing. Instagram Nametag: