Michael Gjelsten

 

Class: Sophomore

 

Hometown: Gurnee, IL

 

Areas of study: Undecided (Pre-Med)

 

Favorite book: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

 

Extracurriculars: Student Admissions Committee, Campus Interview Team

 

Fun fact: I was unexpectedly asked to help with a Six Flags commercial - got a free bathing suit, and was paid to ride water slides all day. Needless to say, it was the best day of work I've ever had.

 

Why did you join Alpha Delt?: I joined Alpha Delta Phi because not only did I want to expand my social borders beyond the realm of my freshman floor, but I also wanted to join an organization that had a higher purpose. The brothers of Alpha Delta Phi are a diverse group, but what really resonated with me was that they all pursued excellency - they all valued self-improvement. We all strive to become better men through our brotherhood.

 

What do you like most about Alpha Delt?: Alpha Delta Phi allowed me to create life-lasting bonds with individuals I likely never would have met were it not for being in the same fraternity. I really love the fact that we represent diverse backgrounds, ideas and interests to the point that there isn't a ʺcookie cutterʺ brother of Alpha Delta Phi. Every single brother brings something unique to the table.