Mickey and PlutO-Week: The Happiest Week on Earth

Einstein. Soulja Boy. Barack Obama. Miley Cyrus. Lance Armstrong. These individuals would be nowhere without the one and only Justin Trenor. This man has it all. He’ll help you ace your multi-variable calculus exam while teaching you the basics of twerking, quoting old-school party rap lyrics, organizing social events on campus, and conditioning his legs for yet another Beer Bike victory. Yes, he’s that good. A beast on that cross-country trail, but a delicate beauty on the runway, you have been gifted with an advisor who won the coveted title of Mr. Jones 2013. This future Chemical Engineer is an impossibly smart, outgoing, athletic individual, with the dance moves that make all of his admirers weak in their knees. J.T. 2.0 is without a doubt

Theresa Cockerham might have come from Sugar Land, but there’s much more to her than being sweet. This possible Math major with an interest in Psychology is a violinist in the Rice Campanile Orchestra and has dabbled in dancing with the Lunar New Year K-Pop Team. Oh yeah, did I mention she loves K-Pop? If you ever bring it up, be prepared for long conversations filled with fan girl fueled fervor. Her other interests include watching anime, reading books, and maybe a bit of creative writing if she has the chance. She may seem quiet, but her calm demeanor hides a very passionate individual; she’s loyal, dedicated, and is always willing to listen to whatever you have to say.

Congratulations! You have the good fortune to have Meron Teklu as your diversity facilitator! Hailing originally from Ethiopia and more recently from the Dallas area, Meron is here to change your life for the better. This Biochem major/Pre-Pharmacy student already mentors for both the PAIR and DREAM programs here at Rice, so the obvious next step for her to extend her influence was to get involved with O-Week. I’d say be wary, but in all honesty, Meron is a dream. She is sunshine (despite her distaste for the sun itself). She will brighten your day with her radiant smile and charming personality (as long as she’s had some coffee first). Her interests include watching Fraiser for the millionth time and adding hot sauce to everything within reach. She is the most caring and supportive friend you could ask for, so just know that you are in good hands.