Morgan High School - Raider Yearbook (McConnelsville, OH)

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E- EXCHANGE STUDENTS In August of I984, Nina Skammelsrud, an exchange student from Norway, arrived at Columbus Airport and was warmly greeted by her American hosts, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Davis of McConnelsville. Nina is from Moss, Norway, a coastal city of approximately 26,000. She resides with her parents and one sister who is nineteen. An additional member of the family is Nina's pet rabbit, Bernie. At her home in Norway, Nina enjoys English horseback riding and downhill skiing. While in America, Nina has been actively involved in the girls' volleyball and basketball teams. In her spare time, Nina enjoys dancing, shopping, and says that she loves Trivial Pursuit. An additional passtime, Nina says, is eating American food. McDonald's Big Macs, Fritos corn chips, and pizza are just a few of her favorites. Because of her personality and good sense of humor, Nina has made many friends at Morgan. When asked what she thought of Morgan, Nina replied, I like the school system. The teachers and everyone have been really helpful. I've enjoyed my stay and hope to return someday. 1 Roy Jenssen, a foreign exchange student from Norway, came to the United States in August of I984 and has been residing at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Dodrill of Malta. According to Roy, he became involved in the exchange program to try Ll.S. sports, to learn English better, and to have a new experience. Roy is from Narvik, Norway - a city of almost 40,000. There, he lives with his parents and two younger brothers, twelve and fifteen. At Storjord Skole, his school in Norway, Roy enjoyed being a member of the soccer and cross-country skiing teams while playing an active role in student affairs, president of Student Congress. Because of his enthusiasm for sports, Roy has actively participated in several of Morgan's athletic programs. He has lettered in football and wrestling, and is currently on the track team. ln addition to athletics, Roy is a member of the Spanish and Study Clubs, and was recently inducted into the National Honor Society. Over spring break, Roy traveled with a Morgan Spanish group to Mexico. In addition to traveling, Roy enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and dancing. He adds that eating at McDonalds is one of his favorite passtimes. When asked to comment on his stay, Roy replied, I will miss all of the good friends I've made here. Everyone has been really nice and I will be back one day. After graduation, Nina plans to travel to Myrtle Beach with the Davis family. Her expected return to Norway is scheduled for sometime in early July. Roy .lenssen - 2 Ashild Saetren was a foreign exchange student from Stryn, Norway. During her stay in Morgan County, she lived with Mr. and Mrs. Dana Carley. Ashild was an academic student at Morgan. Her classes included Algebra I, heal-th, physical education, Home Economics II, Art ll, and history and government. She was on the cross-country and track teams, and the FHA and Art Clubs. Her hobbies include sewing, cross-country skiing, and orienteering. When asked what she thought about America, Ashild replied, It's great even though it is a lot different from Norway. I think the people here are very friendly and they made me feel welcome at all times. I enjoyed staying with the Carley's and making new friendships. Ashild is leaving for Norway at the end of June.

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