Bubbly, energetic, and kind Alyssa Peachey, aka Peaches, does it all here at Juniata. Fun loving and spirited, let’s meet this weeks cutie.
Name: Alyssa Maria Peachey
Hometown: Hummelstown, Pa
Year: Junior
POE: Biology
List three words that best describe you: In the name of TLC’s 1994 platinum album, “Crazy, sexy, cool.”
Favorite winter Olympic event: Skiing
Favorite quote: “Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.” – Oprah
Favorite TV show: Ellen DeGeneres (of course!)
Favorite movie: Life, both Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence…too funny!
Favorite book: Books? More like textbooks…
Favorite drink: Mon- Thurs: Lemonade…Fri-Sat: G & T
Favorite pizza topping(s): Cheese please
Do you have any hidden talents? I can swim backwards
Who’s your celebrity crush? Ciara
If you could be any Disney character who would you be and why? Probably Mulan because I am just as clumsy as she is, but also because I am motivated, determined and family oriented.
What campus activities are you involved in? I am the Treasurer of Colleges Against Cancer. We raise awareness on campus and community wide about various types of cancer. I am in the Wild Hunters of Juniata which is a club dedicated to Captain Jack, the wild hunter of Juniata. We camp with training groups and explore the cultural nuances of Native American and Frontier Culture.
I am also a lifeguard at the pool. Come and swim Thursdays!
What don’t you understand about girls: What isn’t there to understand?
What don’t you understand about guys: How they can go for days without showering and still look good.
What’s your best pickup line? “Can I hold your stupid hand?”
Describe your ideal first date: Casual dinner
What do you look for in a guy? Deep pockets… Kidding! Sense of humor
What is your favorite Juniata memory? Mountain day freshman year.
What’s on the top of your bucket list before you graduate Juniata? Study Abroad!!!
Well there you have it folks, this weeks cutie! Not only does she have a quirky sense of humor but also she is also a hunter-gatherer AND knows mouth-to-mouth, thanks for being a lifeguard!