Name: Dan Costello
YOG: 2016
Major: Sociology
Minor: Diversity Studies
Involvement with the school: SGA president, Black and Gold orientation leader, peer mentor, CASA ACPT, switch board operator for the school
How do you balance your school work and involvement with the school?
“It’s all about time management and commitment. When I became the SGA president I had to spend less hours working as an operator, because it was a bigger commitment that I had to honor.”
What is your advice for others on how to get involved?
“You have to put yourself out there by getting involved with clubs or even an on campus job. You just have to find something that interests you and try it out.”
Who or what inspires you?
“My goals inspire me, I try to stick by them and set goals for short term and long term. Crossing another goal off my list keeps me motivated.”
What is your spirit animal?
“I have been told that my spirit animal is a camel because I have been known to drink a lot of water. I can go through so many Camelbaks in one class.”
Who would you want to play you in a movie about your life?
“I would have to say Mark Wahlberg, because, does there have to be a reason? Because I don’t have one.”
What color would you use to describe yourself and/or FSU?
“BLACK AND GOLD!”
In your ideal world how many Oscars would Leonardo DiCaprio win?
“One for every movie he’s been in.”
Do you have any advice for freshmen (or any students)?
“Get involved! Become engaged with the campus, this is the perfect time explore and learn new things.”