Personal Narrative: Residential Life Of Shelby Martin

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Hello, my name is Shelby Martin. I am a junior and a Business major with a minor in Event Management. I currently work for Residential Life here at USM, so, if anyone ever has a question about on campus housing I probably have the answer. I am originally from Massachusetts but have lived in Maine for the past 14 years and have spent many summers living part time in Hampton Beach. When I am not working or in class I enjoy going on mini adventures around New England with friends.

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