Name: Pete Englin

Official title at Iowa State: Director of Residence

As a student, what was your favorite part about your first year in college?: Playing club soccer. I met and made friends with people from all over the world.

As a student, what were some challenges you faced in your first year in college?: Spending time on the “important” tasks was a huge learning curve. College courses were so much harder than high school. When they were coupled with the need to work to pay for college, it meant that I could not play near as much as I was used to.

What is some advice you would offer new ISU students?: Intersperse fun within your days, but learn to do the hard and important stuff first and play afterwards. Your stress level will be better not having unfinished obligations hanging over your head. Second, never hesitate to seek help. Iowa State is a community that cares about you and your success. Create a support system to help you through the hard times.