Alex Pfeffer

"I came to WVU originally for its amazing forensics program. But upon arrival, I immediately felt the WVU atmosphere and pride that comes with being a mountaineer. Being from Massachusetts, I was not familiar with WVU beyond what I found online and a tour. My time here has shown me the beauty of West Virginia and Morgantown itself. The community makes a huge college feel small and has shown me how we all support each other. Since my first semester, I have changed major's and thought about changing college's because of the major change. But even though I came for academics, I stayed here for the community, I stayed here to be a true mountaineer."

What is your favorite Mountaineer memory?

Going to my first WVU Basketball game.

Why did you want to become a PSA?

I wanted to become a PSA to get more involved with the WVU Community and help others.

What did you learn from the PSA experience?

Being a PSA has taught me valuable skills in being a leader on campus and how to be an effective public speaker and presenter. I also learned about all the resources that WVU has to offer. Lastly, the class has instilled confidence for me in my ability to be a leader, to speak up and speak out, and that I can have a positive impact on the world and our university.

Videos

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• The First 18 Hours
• Calm in the Storm: Best Places to Study on Campus at WVU
• RAP and SURE Boosting your Academic Profile
• Get Involved
• WVU's Best Kept Secret: The Presidential Student Ambassador Program
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• Falling Down the Rabbit Hole: Alcohol Addiction