Emily Lobdell attends Slippery Rock University, in Pennsylvania, and is a sophomore majoring in Early Childhood Education. Her career goal is to become and elementary school teacher. Emily believes that teachers are some of the most influential people in a child’s life, and hopes to instill a joy for learning that will have a positive impact on her students’ educations and their futures. This past summer, Emily worked as a playground supervisor and helped coach her town’s girls minors all-star team.

Emily has been playing sports nearly all her life, and this has sparked a desire to become a professional coach in the future, as well. Currently Emily plays on the varsity softball team at Slippery Rock, as well as on the club volleyball team there. Emily feels she has been greatly blessed in her life, and looks up to her mom and dad. “I am proud to say that I am the person I am because of them. I try to give back by giving to others, by time, service, talents, or even just simple kindness.”