Marissa Gabriel  

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Major: Psychology

Hometown: Des Moines

What is your first memory of being really excited? Going to my grandma's house

What would be the scariest monster you could imagine? A flying spider

What three items would you take with you on a deserted island?

Item #1: Harry Potter books

Item #2: Food

Item #3: My violin

What's the most unusual thing you've ever eaten? I can't think of anything because I am a picky eater.

What is your favorite home cooked meal? Spaghetti

What are some small things that make your day better? Napping, watching TV, listening to music

What’s something you’ve been meaning to try but just haven’t gotten around to it? Learning the guitar

What’s the best way a person can spend their time?

What do you want to be when you “grow up”? School counselor

What is the first song that pops up on your favorite Pandora or Spotify station? any song by Taylor Swift

What’s the best single day on the calendar?

Which celebrity are you constantly mistaken for? Mara Wilson

If a genie gave you three wishes, what would they be?

Wish #1: Dogs

Wish #2: Going to Hogwarts

Wish #3: Books

What are you looking forward to in this year's Spectrum Project? Having fun with the kids and the final show