Sydney  Brustkern 

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Major: Elementary Education

Hometown: Cedar Falls, Iowa

What is your first memory of being really excited? Meeting my favorite boy band, The Wiggles, at the age of 4!

What would be the scariest monster you could imagine? Something that even slightly resembles a spider

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

Item #1: Journal

Item #2: Everlasting Gobstopper

Item #3: Camera

What's the most unusual thing you've ever eaten? Moldy Cheese flavored Jelly Bean

What is your favorite home cooked meal? Any dish of pasta

What are some small things that make your day better? A hug from a friend, a cup of coffee, a smile or compliment from a stranger, a friendly text or call

What’s something you’ve been meaning to try but just haven’t gotten around to it? Going on an international mission trip

What’s the best way a person can spend their time? Surrounding themselves with people who lift them up!

What do you want to be when you “grow up”? Special Eduction Teacher

What is the first song that pops up on your favorite Pandora or Spotify station? Any song by Post Malone

What’s the best single day on the calendar? Thanksgiving!!

Which celebrity are you constantly mistaken for? Not sure!

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

Wish #1: Time to chat with loved ones in heaven

Wish #2: Travel the world

Wish #3: More oppurtunities to have all of my family in one place at the same time

What are you looking forward to in this year's Spectrum Project? I’m excited for simply building relationships with everyone involved with Spectrum Project. It’s so rewarding getting to know people through time, and becoming closer with one another. I can’t wait to meet my buddy and become good friends. I am also excited to slowly see the Spectrum Project come together and to be apart of all the behind-the-scene action before the big show!