First Year Mentors lead the incoming students during First Year Orientation. First Year Mentors act as a guide and a friend for incoming students to make the transition to college a little bit easier.
Meet your 2024 First Year Ignite Leaders and why they love LTU!
LEE MEINEMA
Construction Management & Technology
"I love Lawrence Tech because they offer a lot of opportunities you just have to go out and search for them. The students and faculty are great and anyone is easily approachable if you have questions. The alumni are very knowledgeable and great for networking."
GLORIANA SU'A
Graphic Design
"I got to meet a lot of friends that have become family. It's a home away from home. I also get to play the sport I love and go into my major I really love."
AMALIA "MOLLEY" SPENCER
Graphic Design
"As a transfer student and commuter, I have fallen in love with Lawrence Tech. The community here is unbeatable. I especially love the student to professor ratio and how I learn from the professors directly instead of TA's. LTU is also so well known in the professional world - I am not worried about finding a well paying job with my training background at LTU."
ALEX INMAN
General Business
"I love how because LTU is such a small school, it makes it easy to make connections with the people around you since you see them so often."
ALYVIA LI
Interior Design / Architecture
"I love LTU because of how compassionate the professors are, how small the class sizes are, and all the activities that happen on campus."
DONOVAN SAYYAE
Biomedical Engineering
"LTU has an environment that ultimately strives for growth and success that is unmatched. Through the unique social-sphere and the endless opportunities to get involved around campus, there is no reason as to why individuals shouldn't be able to have an amazing experience attending this university."
HANNAH HUEBNER
Civil Engineering
"I love LTU because of the tight knit community that it has! I really value that we have such a 1 on 1 experience with the professors. I also love my lacrosse team and how they push me to be a better athlete and all around person!"
GRACE ROESKE
Nursing
"I love how small the class sizes are. You really get to know the professors and your classmates. Everyone is ready to help you if you need help. The amount of resources that LTU has to help understand a subject is VERY helpful."
TRENT MOORE
Accounting
"One of the reasons why I love LTU is the campus life. If I could recommend anything to incoming college kids it would be to get involved with something. Every organization at LTU is very welcoming."
VIVEN RAY
Mechanical Engineering
"I love how passionate everyone is at LTU, even if it's not something you're interested in. Everyone has a drive and direction here and the community that forms because of this is unmatched. Everyone is dedicated and everyone has a place here."
REBECCA ALLSBROOKS
Media Communication
"The small campus atmosphere draws so many people in! I love the fact that everyone knows everyone here on campus, and that there is always a helping hand waiting if you need it."
JACOB YOUNG
Architecture
"My favorite part about LTU is the relationships I can build with my classmates and teachers. The small size means I can feel a lot more involved and connected when I'm at school, and I always love spending time in the Atrium with friends."
ALANNA DEDENBACH
Architectural Engineering
"As an architectural engineering student in the CoE, I appreciate LTU's small class sizes and hands on learning. Our close knit campus fosters a culture that brings all students together and I find that to be very special."
ISAIAH MATTHEWS
Architecture
"I really love the small, interconnected community found at a small college like LTU. There's always a way for someone to find their people at LTU and become closer than they would at a larger college. I also like how close everything is - I've never had to walk longer than 10 minutes to get to class."
ZACHARY VOLLICK
Biology
"LTU is awesome because you can really form a strong connection with your professors and fellow classmates. You also get a lot of opportunities for hands-on learning!"
VICTORIA RUZZIN
Architecture / Interior Design
"LTU offers many extra curricular activities and gives everyone an opportunity to get involved with student life alongside their academics. I have made lifelong friends through Greek life on campus and learned important leadership lessons as a senator on Student Government. The programs here are challenging in all the right ways to better career-related skills."
ASHTON BARRE
Architecture
"I enjoy the engagement and feedback from professors in my studio courses."
LARISSA MERCADO
Clinical Psychology
"I love LTU because it has allowed me to experience new things and people, and really get me out of my comfort zone. I love that LTU always tries to provide opportunities for students that will aid in success. I can also say confidently that LTU has brought me lifelong friends and memories, and that ultimately is what is so special about LTU in my eyes."
LOGAN CARUSO
Architecture
"LTU has an incredible sense of community within its small campus. The small class sizes and tight-knit campus culture allow for people to connect with their classmates and professors in a way that isn't possible on many other college campuses."
MIRANDA PLATTE
Architecture
"I love LTU because of the opportunities it has given me to meet new people. Coming from a small town, I never really had the opportunity to meet so many people in such a short amount of time. Being involved with multiple different organizations has also helped me with opportunity and has made my time at LTU better than I could ever have hoped for! Even entering my senior year, there are always new faces that I want to meet and get to know."
NEALA WILSON
Nursing
"I love LTU due to the small class sizes. It allows me to get one-on-one help when needed as well as get to know my peers and professors better."
SARAH MARASCO
Nursing
"LTU allowed me to develop closer relationships with my professors due to the small class sizes. It also helps you make more friends and become closer with your classmates."
CONNER UPPLEGER
Civil Engineering
"The experience that I have gained during my time at LTu has been a journey that has provided me with multiple job opportunities, friendships, and lifelong connections. Being part of an athletic team on campus allows me to visit new places and form strong bonds with my teammates."
SETH BRAUM
Mechanical Engineering
"LTU is a great place to meet new and different people while also receiving an education."
ARRIEA BONDS
Biomedical Engineering
"I love being a student at LTU. As early as my senior year of high school, I've had the opportunity to get involved while making an impact on campus, form meaningful connections with professors, alumni, and peers, and find many professional/work opportunities."
ALYSSA REDGE
Chemistry
"I love the supportive community that LTU promotes. The atmosphere encourages personal and academic growth through hands-on learning and small class sizes. I have made lifelong friends and developed practical skills I will use long after I graduate."
VOLODYMYR "VLAD" BANDYAK
Computer Science
GABRIELLE PRYOR
Biomedical Engineering
"I love the small campus and small class sizes! You really get to have individual help you might not get elsewhere. The small campus helps you feel connected and there are a lot of different groups, clubs, and organizations you can be apart of."
CARLIE LABOWITCH
Biomedical Engineering
"I love LTU because being at a smaller school for me was a chance to be apart of a closer community, and LTU gave me exactly that! I have gained so many connections, mentors, and friendships during my time here."
JAMIE FLETCHER
Business Administration
"One of the best things about LTU is the community on campus. There is always someone around to make your day brighter and plenty of resources available should you need help with anything. The various events they plan are also a highlight of LTU as they do many different things that anyone can enjoy."
MACKENZIE STARK
Interior Design
"For me, two of the big reasons why I love LTU is because one, this school challenges me in more ways than I even thought imaginable, and two, the community - my team and all the friends I have made. They have helped make each day and every challenge a little bit sweeter."
JAMES MCCARTHY
Mechanical Engineering
"I have met some of my closest friends at LTU and got to extend my athletic career while pursing my education."
JEREMY CHAPP
Architectural Engineering
"I like going to all the sports events and getting to know everyone in my major because of the small class sizes. Also, I like going to all the events throughout the semester including Midnight Breakfast, Blue Devil Bash, and Greek Day."
GARRETT PLOETZ
Architectural Engineering
"LTU is awesome! It is not often that you find a university that actually cares about their students' success! That combined with the small class sizes makes me as a student feel very supported and appreciated!"
JOSH REID
Physics & Mathematics
"I love how it's a small school and I have more personal connection with the professors. I also appreciate how easy it was to start my own club, everyone was very helpful and made the process of expressing my interests as easy as possible."
ALEX BERAN
Architecture
"LTU has a great student life. There are many organizations that you can join and many opportunities to better yourself."
CARYN SAILOR
Graphic Design
"I love LTU because of its intimate size and incredible opportunities it offers. The small class sizes foster strong bonds with professors, helping me reach my highest potential. Additionally, the vibrant events on and around campus add to the enriching experience."
JACOB KING
Mechanical Engineering
"I love LTU because the smaller size of our campus allows for the student body to feel more like a community. Everyone knows each other and helps one another out where possible! The various clubs and extra curriculars allow students to connect outside the classroom as well and help make our campus feel more like home!"