Meet the 2016 Staff: Rikki Earle

As the summer gets closer, we want you to get to know our Summer Staff a little bit better. We got our 2016 staffers to tell us a little more about themselves. We hope you'll get a chance to meet all of us this summer, because we are excited to meet you. Our next staff profile is for Resource Staff member Rikki Earle.

Name: Rikki Earle

Hometown: Amity, Oregon

School/Job: I’m a 4^th year at Western Oregon University. I work as a student leader for the Peer Mentor Program on campus. 

Major: I am currently declared as a double degree in ASL(American Sign Language) Studies and Communications with a minor in Special Education and Rehabilitation Counseling. I am considering changing to an interdisciplinary studies degree where I will have 4 different focus’ ASL Studies, Communications, Special Education, and Psychology.

Favorite Color: My favorite color is green, but not just any green. Lime green, the limyest of greens it makes your eyes hurt.

My greatest spiritual gift is:  My greatest spiritual gift is my ability to find joy in the little things.

Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 12:2 “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

Favorite Camp Magruder Activity: My favorite camp activity is greased watermelon football in the lake

Favorite Food you’ve had in the Magruder Dining Hall: My favorite camp food would definitely be the oatmeal in the morning with salal and strawberries

Which actor would play you in the movie about your life? I would definitely have Melissa McCarthy play me!

What is your spirit animal?  A Bear

Favorite get to know you question:  If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things would you bring with you and why?

Ideal Vacation Spot:  Ireland

Dream Job: My dream job would in some way involve me advocating for and working with men who have been involved in dating violence, have been sexually assaulted or been in domestic violence situations.

Fun Fact about me: I can break an apple in half with my hands

Something you want to say about this summer: I am so excited to be spending another glorious summer at Magruder. The connections I’ve made throughout all my years at camp are ones that I will cherish forever and I can’t wait for all the new faces that will walk through the gates.