Lydia Reilly

Hi, my name is Lydia. I am a Marketing major. I chose to become a peer mentor because I enjoy meeting new people and I am passionate about building connections among my peers. I chose to enter the business field because of the plethora of opportunities. While touring colleges and universities WVU stood out to me the most. I was drawn to WVU’s welcoming atmosphere. The multitude of clubs, organizations, and resources also caught my attention. I advise freshmen to embrace the new opportunities to come. Participating in events and activities is a great way to meet friends. Making a community of supportive friends and peers was the key to my freshman year. During my freshman year, I struggled with balancing schoolwork and my social life. I overcame that challenge by finding a routine and forming a schedule. I am involved in American Marketing Association. I also enjoy reading, shopping, and hanging out with friends. I chose marketing because public speaking and communication interest me. My goal for becoming a peer mentor is to inspire, motivate, and be a role model for my mentees.