While many PennWest students were enjoying their spring break by catching up on sleep or traveling, senior Edinboro student Gavin Mitsdarfer was exactly where they feel most at home: teaching in the classroom. At 21 years old, Mitsdarfer has presented at conferences, won multiple advocacy awards and graced the cover of a national magazine – simultaneously balancing the demands of being an education major and student worker.
Remaining equally committed to their responsibilities, Mitsdarfer has accomplished much more than the typical college student and has cultivated a level of passion that will serve as a foundation to their future career as a Special Education teacher.
The Fuel to the Fire…