Casey Ball

Casey Ball is a freshman from Warren, Pennsylvania. He is majoring in Psychology and is considering picking up a minor in the future, yet he is uncertain what it will be yet. He has become more social as the semester has gone on.

Casey is currently a member of Psych Club, and he can utilize the club to gain knowledge for a successful future as a Psychologist. This club allows students to listen to speakers who are professionals in this field. This club will assist him in gaining the knowledge that is essential for a successful career. He decided he wanted to major in Psychology in his sophomore year of high school. He found it to be the most interest career path to pursue.

Casey is big in music as he plays a total of five instruments. These include; the guitar, ukulele, the mandolin, drums, and he can sing quite well. He was in a band for about a year. In the Fall of 2018, they did a show for a fundraiser for his classmate who passed away. Through this show, they were able to raise over two thousand dollars. The fundraiser was the last show they did together, and it was the most successful show they had as a band. His band decided to split at that time as their lives became too hectic at that time.

Casey grew up in a unique family dynamic. He has three biological brothers, and his parents were never together. They do not have the same sets of parents. He finds this to be an interesting dynamic to grow up with, as he found it fun to have three older brothers growing up. He was in several bands, and his one brother was in one of those bands. He periodically fills in for his brother's band as he enjoys spending time with him, and he can pursue his love of music.

Casey has a unique background and is quite easy to talk to. He can be shy at times when meeting new people if you have a chance to meet him, I would highly recommend doing so. He is outgoing and is looking to meet fellow members of the Mercyhurst Community.



- Isabel C. Merriman

Darby Shafron

Darby Shafron is a sophomore from Cleveland, Ohio. She is majoring in Public Health with a minor in Theater. She is a member of several clubs on campus.


Darby is setting herself up for a successful future, as she is finding ways to develop skills for both her major and her minor. She is a member of the Sustainability Club, as it will help prepare her for a successful future in the Public Health field. Darby can utilize this club to develop knowledge in the Sustainability area of Public Health. She is setting herself up for success in her Theater minor by being an active member of both the Theater Club and Modern Cinema Club. The Theater Club provides Darby with regular experiences in Theater. Through the Modern Cinema Club, she can stay up to date with the latest movies. By having the opportunity to stay up to date with movies, it will help her write and learn about the newest media out and use that for success in Theater.

A play she worked on this year

Darby has made accomplishments in Theater, as she is currently the Production Stage Manager of the Mercyhurst Theater Production. This position is a significant accomplishment, as it is not an easy thing to accomplish. Darby has worked hard over the years to move up and gain skills that are essential for a successful career in Theater. She has taken advantage of the opportunities she has been presented with.

Darby has figured out what she plans to do after she graduates with her Public Health degree. She plans to go to Medical school after graduation to pursue a career as either a General Pediatric Surgeon or as a Sexual Health Educator.





Darby grew up in a loving family that helped her become the person she is today. She grew up with her parents and her two brothers--She has an older brother named Robyn and a younger brother named Spencer. Her family has helped her achieve the success she has today, through their love and support over the years. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out and watching with friends. She enjoys taking time to relax through, reading, baking, and listening to music.




Darby is someone you can tell is hardworking and passionate about anything she does. She works hard for what she wants to achieve.

- Isabel C. Merriman