Circle K is an international, student-led organization, for college students who are responsible citizens and leaders, dedicated to serving our homes, schools, communities, and the world. Circle K is run on three key principles: Service, Leadership, and Fellowship. CKI is the world’s premier service organization with over 12,600 members, in almost 600 campuses around the globe in 17 different countries. Circle K clubs

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Executive Board Committee Chairs, and M.O.P Mentors

Our club being silly at Lake George for the 30th Annual New York Speaking (which was Harry Potter Themed!)

Some great people you’ll meet right here on Long Island!

 

Year in college: Junior Reason you are in Circle K: I am extremely passionate about dedicating myself to helping other people. How long you have been in Circle K: 3 years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): I love cooking at the Ronald McDonald house and all other hands on service! I also love the aspect of planning fundraisers. I have a great time making everything come together and I love raising money for a good cause and educating people about things going on around them and how they can help. What are your goals for AUCKI?: To enable members to help others as much as possible and bring out a passionate in them for service. A little about myself: I'm a communications major with a marketing minor. When I first came to school my goal was to eventually have a career in the public relations field. Now, with the help of Circle K, I've realized my true dream is to get an MBA and run a non-profit organization. I'm from California, I love to travel, hang out with my friends and family, and try new things, good food, art, the color orange, and giraffes. Three Fun Facts: 1. I want to visit, at the very least, every single continent in my life; and would love to see every country as well. 2. I love frozen foods. When I was little I used to freeze Capri Suns and eat them like slushies. 3. I think that the one thing we need to make the world a better place is compassion-- so many wrongs could be righted if people truly cared.

Year in college: Senior Reason you are in Circle: Because I feel like I have been very lucky in my life, but realize that not everyone is as fortunate. I feel that because I was so lucky that I have a responsibility to help to make the lives of others better. I really want to make the world a better place, and I want to have a ton of fun doing it.  How long you have been in Circle K: 4 years What are your goals for AUCKI?: I love fundraisers for the ELIMINATE Project What are your goals this year for Circle K/ K-Family: I want to see our Circle K grow to be undeniably the best CKI in the New York District and

President Emma Reed

Vice President Rickie Santer

 

A little about myself: Besides Circle K (which honestly consumes most of my life), I work at the Disney Store in Roosevelt Field Mall. I am a huge Disney fan, and have been to Disney World / Disneyland over 35 times. My newest Disney-related obsession is Vinylmations (small collectible figures in the shape of Mickey Mouse), and I have over 350. I have an amazing girlfriend (Lauren, our Lt. Governor), and my favorite pass time is making her happy. Three Fun Facts:

1. I have been in the Kiwanis Family for 8 years 2. Both of my parents are in Kiwanis and have each served as President of their Kiwanis Club, 3. My goal is to have 365 hours of service for this year

Year in college: Junior Reason you are in Circle K: To make a difference in the world and help others one at a time. How long you have been in Circle K: 3 years  Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): Safe Kids - Teaching safety to children What are your goals for AUCKI?: I want to have 365 hours of service for this service year. 1 hour of service a day! A little about myself: Well I could tell you all the boring stuff but... some random facts about me might be more fun! I cut my own hair when I was about 5 - the day before my aunts wedding, and yes, I was the flower girl. I absolutely love when you empty your trash on the computer and it makes that newish sound. I also drink gallons and gallons of water a day. =P Oh, and yes, I'm a junior English major living in New Hall and I love Circle K!!! Three Fun Facts: 1. I work at Campus Recreation. 2. If my ID card is not attached to my keys, I will lose it. 3. I have awesome roommates! J

Treasurer Victoria Toal Year in college: Junior Reason you are in Circle K: My Mother is a Kiwanian and I've grown up doing community service. I love giving back to the community and being able to change the lives of people around me!

Secretary Kat(hyrn) Graves

 

How long you have been in Circle K: 1 year Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): My favorite service project was definitely Ronald McDonald House. It combines my two favorite things, cooking and service. What are your goals for AUCKI?: My goal for Circle K is to create lasting friendships while having a good time and giving back and doing service. A little about myself: I'm Victoria. I'm a Junior Psychology Major in the STEP Program. I'm from Queens. I love my friends and family. I love community service and giving back to the people. I like getting to know new people. Three Fun Facts: 1. My eyes change colors. 2. I've eaten kangaroo without knowing it. 3. I love to cook.

Editor Jia Xing Shi Year in college: Sophomore Reason you are in Circle K: Because I dare to make a difference  How long you have been in Circle K: 2 years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): Hands on service like beach clean ups or park clean ups! What are your goals for AUCKI?: To have members fall in love with community service!!! A little about myself: I was born in middle of no where in Fujian, China. I’ve lived in 4 of the 5 boroughs in NYC as well as 2 other states. I hate fish with a passion! The literal translation of my name is Family Fortune, which means to someday acquire fortune for my family. My love for community service started in high school with the Academy of Public Service at Forest Hills High School. I love to eat (so if you ever hang out with me there will always be food involved!). I <3 AUCKI! :D

 Three Fun Facts: 1. I wish the travel the world one day and meet people from all over and eat all kinds of food! 2. There are two sides to me, the quiet side if I don’t know you too well and the obnoxiously loud/crazy/weird/fun side if I know you well enough. So get to know me!!!! 3. I love being Asian and will always act as Asian as I can! :D

  M.O.P. Mentors Jessica Barkan & Amber Paradise Year in college: Sophomore Reason you are in Circle K: I want to give back to the community and actually see the difference I can make in the world. How long you have been in Circle K: 2 years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): Ronald McDonald is by far my favorite. What are your goals this year for AUCKI?: To educate members about the differences they can make, to make a positive impact on peoples' lives and to grow as a person by being a peer mentor. A little about myself: I am an English major, with a minor in Secondary Education, so I would like to become a High School English Teacher. I am a determined, opinionated, yet open person who is very outgoing and bubbly. I enjoy meeting new people and working hard to make a difference in my life and other's. Also, I am a nerd who truly enjoys school. And yes, homework too! =) Three Fun Facts:

1) I really want a piglet as a pet. 2) My favorite Disney character is Ariel 3) I think certain numbers can be pretty and

ugly.

Year in college: Sophomore

Reason you are in Circle K: I love putting a smile on someone's face even by

doing the littlest thing for him or her.

How long you have been in Circle K: 2

years

Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): Ronald McDonald House and making no-sew blankets

What are your goals this year

AUCKI?: To help new members become

acquainted with Circle K

A little about myself: I am from New Jersey and I really like to draw and paint. I have a dog-named Sabrina and a younger sister named Allie. I'm also an active member in Hillel, and I love living on campus here at Adelphi :)

Three Fun Facts:

1. My full name is Amber Sky Paradise 2. I have two tattoos

Years in college: Sophomore Reason you are in Circle K: I am in Circle K because i love to help those who need it. I want to make a difference in the world no matter how small. How long you have been in Circle K: 2 years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): My favorite projects are the ones that have to do with helping children or animals

M.O.P. Mentor Krist(ina) Cotroneo

Year in college: Junior Reason you are in Circle K: Because I love the people, the traveling, and the great service Circle K does.  How long you have been in Circle K: 2 years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): Working in Soup Kitchens and Nursing Homes What are your goals for AUCKI?: To build a great relationship with the members and show them the great things Circle K has to offer!A little about myself: My name is Meagan and was afraid to declare my major but I finally declared it and this was my last semester before I had to! I'm a die-hard Mets fan. We'll get 'em next year! My favorite quote is 'Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.' The smallest things make me happy, like when a song I like comes on the radio or when I'm craving a food that is in my refrigerator. I lose my ID card about 19 times a semester, as well as everything else I own. Lastly, getting involved on campus is the greatest thing I've done at Adelphi. Three Fun Facts: 1- I stopped growing in 7th grade. 2- I'm in love with Angelina Jolie. 3- I am obsessed with games.

What are your goals this year for AUCKI?: My goals for this year are to go to more service events, especially ones that involve other Circle K clubs. I want to meet more people and have fun. A little about myself: As of now I am a psychology major and elementary education minor. I am not sure exactly what I want to become. I literally live about ten minutes from campus (depending on if I obey traffic laws) in Mineola. I've lived there my whole life. Everyone thinks that my sister and I are twins even though we are four years apart. I love dogs but I have three cats, which I love a little bit more. I enjoy drawing and painting realistic and abstract pieces of art.  Three Fun Facts: 1. I love peacock feathers and zebra strips 2. My favorite movie is She's the Man 3. I must laugh at least once a day

Year in college: More or less three years Reason you are in Circle K: Because Kat told me to and it was about time I stopped being an uninvolved transfer student.

M.O.P. Mentor Meagan Gandolfo

Year in College: Sophomore Reason you are in Circle K: I love community service and helping people it gives me that warm fuzzy feeling inside that warms my heart.  How long you have been in Circle K: One and a half years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): Operation Christmas it warms my heart knowing I can give back to the children just like what the Scoorge should have done in the beginning of the Christmas carol with Tiny Tim. I can't deal with a bad conscience. What are your goals this year for AUCKI: To lead by example so to be more active and dedicated so other members will follow in my footsteps. A little about myself: I live in Massachusetts. I am double majoring in Social Work and Criminal Justice. I LOVE anything cute (like the stuff from those cute Asian stores!). I can be very blunt with people sometimes. And I love Circle K because of the friends I’ve made, especially the ones from other schools! Three Fun Facts:

1. I had a concussion 2. I hit the doctors examining me while I was unconscious 3. I have a bad history with roommates.

How long you have been in Circle K: 1 year Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): Ronald McDonald House What are your goals this year for AUCKI?: I want to have fun doing service in Circle K. A little about myself: I am a double major in Art History and International Studies (Spanish/ Political Science) and this is my second semester at Adelphi. I live on campus, but I am from Bayport, in Suffolk County. Before coming to Adelphi, I went to Savannah College of Art and Design and Suffolk County Community College. I am currently averaging about one college per year. Three Fun Facts: 4. I have a gambling addiction 5. I shamelessly love Ke$ha 6. I love men's Olympic swimming.  

M.O.P. Mentor Joyce Liu

Year in college: Senior Reason you are in Circle K: To make friends.

Fellowship Chair and M.O.P. Mentor Suzy Rinaldi

 

How long you have been in Circle K: 3 years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): UNICEF What are your goals this year for AUCKI?: To make a difference, even if it's small A little about myself: I live in Queens.. I'm a psychology major.. I'm 21 years old. I think learning about other people is the most interesting thing in the world. When I grow up I want to be a pirate. But I'm allergic to shellfish, so I think I would starve on the ship :(  Three Fun Facts: 1. My favorite color is orange. 2. I have four dogs. 3. My favorite song is "Remembering Sunday" by All Time Low.

Year in College: Junior Reason I'm in Circle K: I love helping others and I think it is everyone's responsibility to do all they can to help those in need. Circle K is the best way to do this, plus it is tons of fun! How long you have been in Circle K: 3 years Favorite Service project(s) and/or fundraiser(s): My favorite service projects are Safe, Holiday Angles, and of course the ELIMINATE Project

What are your goals this year for AUCKI?: I have a goal of having 365 hours of service by March 30, and I am proud to say I am on track to achieving this! I

would also like to see Adelphi well represented at all divisional, district, and international events, and since you guys are all so awesome!

A little about myself: I love community service, and especially Circle K. I love to do service and plan service. I have met all of my best friends at Adelphi through Circle K, including my amazing boyfriend. I love to be involved in the Kiwanis Family as much as possible, at all levels and through all branches. I am still not sure exactly what I want to do with my life, but I know I want it to involve service in one way or another. I would love to be an advisor for a Service Leadership Club of one of the Kiwanis Family Branches. Some career options that I am considering (though I need to chose fast!) are English teacher, elementary school teacher, psychologist, event planner, and working for Kiwanis International! Three Fun Facts:

1. I used to be a gymnast (until I injured my hip) 2. I am left-handed 3. The only meat I eat is chicken (and sometimes turkey)

M.O.P. Mentor and Lt. Governor Lauren Sacks

Congrats! You’ve just met 16.6% of our club J Hope you enjoy your experience with us!!!