MVP Bridgewater Members
Fall 2005

Christina Casavant

Ali DerMarderosian

Meghan Donnelly

Jenna Doyle

Daniel Fitch is currently a sophomore majoring in Computer Science and Mathematics and is enjoying every moment of it. He is originally from Brockton where he graduated from Brockton High class of 2004. Dan is a member of MVP because of the values and motives of the club. Violence can only be prevented with education and that is what this club attempts to provide to the Bridgewater community.

Francis Freel is a sophomore resident student who is also a member of the swim team. Frank joined MVP because "Last year as a Freshman I heard nothing but great things about the program.  That sort of feedback really motivated me to want to join.  Helping people is something I love to do and a program like MVP gives me opportunities to help others in ways I could not do on my own."

Kimberly LaBranche is a sophomore resident student who joined MVP because she "heard about how much of a great, helpful program it is."

Juliana Margarida is a junior majoring in Political Science with a concentration in International Relations.  In addition to being an MVP member, Juliana is also Vice President of SGA and a member of its various committees, a resident assistant in Woodward Hall and a Conduct Board member.  One of Juliana's favorite places is the photography dark room because photography is one of her favorite hobbies. Originally Juliana's motivation to join the group was simply to increase her campus involvement. However, Mentors in Violence Prevention has become important to Juliana because each meeting has taught her something about herself and others, all while being an enjoyable experience. She sees the work of MVP Bridgewater as often going unnoticed around campus, despite its significantly important focus and purpose.

Kaitlyn MacPhail is from Milton Massachusetts where she has lived for the past 20 years. Kaitlyn is a sophomore majoring in History and soon will be adding a second major of English; she also has a minor in Secondary Education. For high school, she attended the Woodward School for Girls, located in Quincy Massachusetts . Kaitlyn joined MVP for many reasons: One reason is that she wanted to get more involved with the Bridgewater State College community and felt that this club would best suit her. Another reason for joining MVP is because the tragedy of violence has touched the lives of so many of those that she loves, and any measures that she can take to offer awareness to others about these issues, seems like the best place for her to be. Kaitlyn is happy to be part of such a great cause.

Beth Owings

Megan Smith is from West Boylston, Ma (near Worcester).  She is in her second year and is majoring in math.  Megan was first introduced to MVP through her roommate, who suggested that she attend a meeting.  Since becoming involved in MVP, Megan has grown aware of the amount of violence that is perpetrated and has developed an understanding of ways that she can help others.  In addition to MVP, Megan is actively involved in intramural sports such as softball and volleyball.  She also tutors other students in precalculus. 

Last Modified: October 17, 2005