April Halligan

Year: Senior
Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Dance
Involvement/Leadership: Captain of West Chester University Dance Team; Miss West Chester University 2005; sister of Delta Phi Epsilon (New Member Educator/Fundraising Chair); member of Contemporary Dance Company; choreographer and member of Dance Production Workshop

What is your favorite thing about WCU? I am really attracted to the atmosphere of the campus and the diversity of students. The small town really brings a sense of home to the area.

What makes you a successful leader? I possess excellent communication skills, and I am good at coordinating activities that work well for a wide range of people.

How has/how do you expect your experience in student clubs and organizations to benefit you outside WCU? By being involved with all fo these organizations, I have really been exposed to the importance of diversity in every situation.

What advice can you give to new students to make the most of their time at WCU? As a student, you should make the most of every of every experience here at WCU and try to get involved as much as possible.

What advice would you give a new student about leadership and involvement? Get involved!

What is the most important quality of an effective leader? The ability to relate well with others is essential for being an effective leader.

Who is the leader you most look up to or has influenced you the most? My mother, for numerous reasons.

What has been your best experience as a WCU leader? As captain of the Dance Team, we recently received a bid to Nationals in Orlando this January.

What are your plans for after you graduate? I plan to attend graduate school

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