Occupation: Student (Incoming Freshman)
Instagram Handle: @PowerfulVibes
Marital Status: Single

Background: Daisy Maribel Lewis is an 18-year-old freshman, born on December 18th in Atlanta Georgia, in a diverse neighborhood. Daisy is excited to dive into her studies while also pledging for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, her mother's sisterhood, revealing her dedication to sisterhood and community service. She has a passion for social justice and activism. Daisy's loving family has always encouraged her to pursue her dreams. As she navigates her new college life, she looks forward to building lifelong friendships and making a lasting impact.

Personality: Daisy is friendly, compassionate, and deeply aware of the world around her. She's known for her ability to connect with people from all walks of life, which makes her a natural leader among her peers. With a passion for advocacy, Daisy isn't afraid to speak up for what she believes in and inspires others to do the same. Her positive attitude and unyielding spirit help her overcome challenges, and she often approaches life with optimism and creativity. While she cherishes the bonds she creates, Daisy also values her independence and is eager to explore her identity as she embarks on her college journey.

Year in college: Freshman
Major: Women and Gender Studies
Extracurriculars: Alpha Kappa Alpha Legacy (Pledge), Debate club, Black Student Union
Local/Hometown: Norfolk, Virginia

19 | January 31st
Instagram Handle: @fierceainsley
Faceclaim: Sydney Sweeney
Occupation: student
Marital Status: single
Year in college: Junior
Major: Theatre
Extracurriculars: Theatre, Fashion Society
Local/Hometown: Cape May, New Jersey

The youngest Tyler daughter is a pageant child and if it was up to her she wouldn’t do college at all. But her mother and father insisted she get an education and so what better place to go then where Brenna already went and took over Florida. Now it was Ansley’s turn.

18 | September 25th
Instagram Handle:
Name of face claim: Antonia Gentry
Occupation: Student
Marital Status: Single

Background: Alia's paternal grandmother raised her. Her mother was a white homeless woman when her african american father got her pregnant. Her mother was in and out of rehabilitation and Alia was born addicted. Her father left shortly after her mother gave birth, and passed away during birth. He gave his daughter the middle name Megan for her mother, and Alia is a family name as well as their surname, of course.
Last she heard her father had another whole family somewhere. But he has not come home to his mother and daughter in 19 years.
Her fathers brother also ran off around the same time and has not been heard from since. The difference being that his daughter, Alia's cousin, she has never met. She only knows of her cousin because her grandmother found out about her other son's daughter. But until recently she has not found her.
Fortunately Alia, (named after her grandmother), made her own life better by not going down the same path as her parents had. She studied hard in school, and got into college majoring in Criminal Justice. She has vowed to herself that someday she will find the rest of her family for her grandmothers sake, as well as her own.
Personality: Resilient, empathetic, driven, ambitious, curious, resourceful, loyal, family-oriented. With her friends, (and family), she is also warm and approachable, a good communicator, has good morals, studious.
Alia believes that one’s past does not dictate one’s future. She is a firm advocate for self-determination, embodying the idea that individuals can rewrite their narratives regardless of their beginnings. Her journey is both a tribute to her grandmother and a mission to discover her identity and connections, which she hopes will culminate in reunification with lost family members, bringing full circle the love and support she has always cherished.
Year in college: Sophomore
Major: Criminal Justice
Local/Hometown: Georgia

18 / August 10, 2004
Status: Dating Malachy Thorne
Major: Bachelor of Science in Advertising
Extracurriculars: Student Government Vice President of Public Relations
Year: Junior
Local/Hometown: Puerto Rico
Faceclaim: Olivia Rodrigo

Born in Puerto Rico, Angelica is the youngest of five children. Angelica was always the people person, the one who the moment you talked to her you just genuinely liked her. She was a quiet girl, but very friendly. She was always the girl in the middle of friend groups, introducing everyone, but had never had a best friend until college. Sure, her older sister and brother were essentially her best friends but she didn't have a best friend outside the family.
She was originally not going to pledge to her cousin's sorority. She was going to focus on student government, her classes, new friends, and her new home. She wanted to just be Angelica Sanchez and when she got to college and met her freshman roommate, Kirsi, she almost didn't pledge. But at the last moment, she changed her mind, went to rush, and loved it.

Pre-Med
Talking to Connor Sinclair
April 16th,
Faceclaim: Sadie Sink
Year: Senior

Personality: Casey is a girly girl video game player/future doctor. She likes to get dirty, but also loves to dress up.When she’s not in class or at her sorority house you can find her in her room at the house playing video games.
Likes: Football, basketball, fashion
Dislikes: Seeing people cry or be upset, bugs
Hobbies: Helping people, Hanging out with friends
Positive Traits: Self-less, Friendly
Neutral Traits: Stubborn, Introverted
Negative Traits: Naive at times
Ambitions: She wants to be a sports medicine doctor.

Backstory: Jason and Casey lost their mother at a young age. He was thirteen and Casey was five. The loss hit the two hard, but Jason took it especially badly. Things went downhill from there. Their father began drinking heavily and this resulted in a job loss and the abuse of Casey and Jason. Jason took the brunt of the abuse saving his sister and one instance landed him in the hospital. That was when they were taken from him and placed with relatives. Jason begged for them to not be separated and little Casey refused to leave Jason’s side. Their father was behind bars and lost custody. Jason began healing and he and Casey were adopted by their aunt and uncle.
Casey grew up more introverted than her brother and spent time with mostly just her best friend, who lived near her aunt and uncle. The two were inseparable and were always at each other's houses, and other than Jason, Paige was the only one who knew what happened to her parents. She doesn't even really remember her parents and her aunt and uncle are the only family she knows, other than Jason.
While Jason took to sports Casey did her own thing. She always did well in school, but she just did not know what she wanted to do in the future. She knew she would go to college but she had no clue what she wanted to study yet.
Casey was the one who helped Jason when he went into that depression after getting injured and having his sports career ripped from his hands so quickly like that. She focused on him so much that she lost control of herself and the young teenage girl pulled back from all her friends, except for her best friend, and Jason, of course. She threw everything she had into those two people, Jason, and her best friend.
The following summer Jason began to get better and Casey was about to start high school. That was when she finally realized what she wanted to do with herself after college. Casey was already good at science and math and she decided then to go into sports medicine.
Four years later she got into Vista Keys College, and into the Sports Medicine program. She left Pepperidge and began to have a life of her own finally. She pledged to a sorority, Sigma Sigma Sigma, had friends/sisters and was finally living her life the way she had always dreamed of living life, for herself. She moved into the sorority house during her sophomore year and during her senior year, she began dating a boy that she met when she was a Freshman, a Pi Kappa Alpha boy named Connor Well, sort of dating, anyway. They went out, as friends, they hung out in groups, and even kissed goodnight....

19 / April 13th
Major: Sound Engineer
Extracurriculars: Campus DJ, Glee club
Year: Junior
Local/Hometown: Puerto Rico
Faceclaim: Isabela Merced

Elena was born and raised in Puerto Rico and always wanted to go to school to Miami University. She had grown up hearing about all the parties and fun stuff in that city, and she applied to college there for scholarships. The only college that gave her a scholarship in sound engineering and a campus radio station paid job was CoFK. And so as this summer approaches she heads to Vista Keys to begin her new life in Florida.

18 | June 25th
Instagram Handle: @jazzvazz
Name of face claim: Kylie Cantrell
Year in college: Sophomore
Major: Event Management
Extracurriculars: Softball
Local/Hometown: Puerto Rico, lives in Miami

Personality: Janessa has always been able to read situations and people well. It has kept her out of trouble for this long. She is a hot head, though, and struggles with listening to herself, even when she knows something is wrong and she should not be doing it. Despite seeming like a party girl she is a homebody, mostly because her gut instinct will not allow her to go out if she feels something bad will happen. She likes to feel that sense of security at all times. She does have a very goofy sense of humor, though.
Background: Born and raised in Puerto Rico she never planned to go to Florida for college. But the family moved to Miami years ago and she loves it there so she stayed local for college. She applied to college in Puerto Rico, just in case, and of course to the University of Miami and the College of Vista Keys. She managed to get into them all and eventually, just before graduation, she chose to go to Vista Keys for college. (edited)

20 / September 6th
Status: Dating Lance Brown
Major: Early Childhood Education
Extracurriculars: soccer, Tri Sigma President
Year: Senior
Local/Hometown: Colorado
Faceclaim: Olivia Holt

The Bennett's grew up in Denver, Colorado to Katherine and Joshua Bennett. Katherine is one of Denver's top real estate agents and Joshua reins as one of Denver's most sought out lawyers. The couple are quite the power couple. Though they expect a lot of both their kids they expect the most out of Cory, as the oldest.
Cory chose to follow his father's footsteps and become a lawyer as well. He received a scholarship to Vista Key University for football as one of it's wide receivers. While Mara chose to go into education and become a teacher.
Mara did not like Cory’s ex-girlfriend. She never had thought she was good enough for Cory, even though her parents approved of her. Mara played it cool whenever Lauren was around but deep down she hoped Cory would find someone else worth his time and love. Because of Lauren, though, Mara does not rush into relationships and at 17 years old she had never had a boyfriend before. There is one guy she likes, a lot, but that is her little secret. She did tell Jacinta about him, but no one, not even Cory knows about her secret crush.
Personality: Mara is an introverted, sweetheart of a girl. She is also very protective of her brother and only wants the best for him. She likes to see her friends and family happy. She is a natural born cheerleader for her loved ones, but has never been a cheerleader as she is not quite coordinated enough, and not quite outgoing enough to be front and center like that. She does not like to be in the spotlight, not the center of attention. She tends to just be background roles in school plays that she has been because she had to be in them for a grade. People just tend to like her, she has a personality that draws people to her.
From the moment she met Jacinta she bonded to her, and looked up to her as a big sister she never had. She does not agree with her brother calling Jacinta a distraction. And even though she always has her brother's back she came to VKU to make sure that he does not hurt her new friend. She tried to warn Jacinta about her brother's relationship that ended before summer of 2021. But she did not give her details she just tried to warn her so she would not get hurt, because she saw the tension between Jacinta and Cory, and knew something was there. She vows to get them together now that she is at VKU. She is also there to keep an eye on Cory because she will never stop worrying about him.

21 (July 10th)
Year in college: Senior
Major: Business Management
Extracurriculars:
Local/Hometown: Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Faceclaim: Madelyn Cline

Backstory: Samara Elizabeth Fuller, known to her friends as Sammi, is a bright and ambitious junior at the college. With a passion for business and a knack for leadership, she's pursuing a degree in Business Management with a clear vision for her future. Growing up in Wilmington, North Carolina, Sammi has always been drawn to the coastal vibe and the sense of community that comes with living in a small town. She's spent countless summers soaking up the sun and saltwater on Wrightsville Beach, where she's developed a love for the outdoors and an appreciation for the simple things in life. On campus, Sammi is keeping busy with her coursework and extracurricular activities. She's not yet decided on a specific focus within her major, but she's exploring her options and learning as much as she can about the business world. Sammi's family is close-knit, and she's particularly close to her older brother, Ryan Fuller, who is a talented dance instructor. She's always been inspired by his creativity and passion for his craft, and she hopes to follow in his footsteps (or should we say, dance moves!) in her own career. With her warm smile, infectious laugh, and effortless charm, Sammi is a joy to be around. She's always up for an adventure, whether that's trying out a new restaurant or taking on a new challenge in her studies. As she continues to navigate college life, Sammi is ready to take on whatever comes her way and make the most of her time at school.

Occupation: Student (Incoming Freshman)
Marital Status: Single

Background: Jenna Marie Parker, known to her friends as Jen, is an 18-year-old that was born on September 6th. She has a vibrant personality that reflects the sunny atmosphere of her hometown. She is a dedicated student, with a passion for cheerleading. Jenna's enthusiasm helps her form quick friendships. She enjoys soaking up the sun whenever she can, sharing her experiences with her growing social media following.

Personality: Jen is a bubbly and outgoing person. Her friends describe her as being bright and optimistic, always looking on the brighter side of life. With a talent for cheering others up, she easily lights up any room she enters. Although she enjoys a good laugh and fun times, she is equally dedicated to her goals, making her a well-rounded individual ready to take on college life.

Year in college: Freshman
Major: Kinesiology
Extracurriculars: Cheerleader, culinary club
Local/Hometown: Miami, Florida

18 | May 15th
Instagram Handle: @LilaEcoWave
Name of face claim: Pressley Hosbach

Background: Lila Grace Fuller is the spirited 18-year-old younger sister to Sammi and Ryan. She is a Freshman in college in Wilmington, but in January of 2025 she will be a transfer student to the College of Vista Keys. Lila’s vibrant personality shines just as brightly as her siblings’, but she brings her own unique flair to the family dynamic. Growing up in a household where creativity and ambition were celebrated, Lila has always felt a little pressure to carve out her own path. While Sammi took instantly to surfing from the moment she could walk and Ryan took to dance, Lila’s passion lies in environmental science. She dreams of becoming an influential environmental activist and is particularly keen on advocating for coastal preservation and sustainability. This passion was ignited during her endless summers at the beach, where she was both fascinated and saddened by the effects of pollution and climate change on her beloved oceanfront. A dedicated student, Lila is involved in her college's environmental club, where she leads initiatives like beach clean-ups and recycling programs. She’s also an avid surfer and spends her weekends riding the waves, often bringing her friends along for beach bonfire gatherings. Her enthusiasm for the environment is infectious, and her ability to connect with people from all walks of life makes her well-respected among her peers. But surfing is just a hobby to her and not a career like her sister is gunning for. However, she tries to forge her identity by being unapologetically herself; she regularly experiments with fashion, merging eco-friendly materials with trendy styles, and she’s become known at school for her unique sense of style. As Lila looks forward to her new Florida college journey, marked by dreams of impacting the world positively, she holds a special appreciation for her family. With Sammi and Ryan as role models, she finds inspiration in their pursuits, hoping to one day prove that making a difference can be just as powerful as dancing or climbing the corporate ladder, hence the reason she is following them to Florida.

Major: Marine Biology
Sophomore
Extracurriculars: Aquaculture Society, Martial Arts
Local/Hometown: Wilmington, NC

Instagram Handle: @GreenHearted
Name of face claim: Gavin Casalegno
Occupation: student
Marital Status: single

Background: Luca Rossi grew up in a suburban neighborhood in New Jersey, where he was known for his charismatic presence and boundless energy. He comes from a close-knit family, with two younger siblings who often look up to him as a role model. Throughout high school, Luca excelled in academics and sports, earning a scholarship to attend college to study environmental science in Florida. His passion for sustainability motivated him to join various clubs focused on eco-friendly initiatives.

Personality: Luca is an extroverted and optimistic individual, often lighting up a room with his infectious laughter. He possesses a genuine curiosity about the world, always eager to learn and explore new ideas. Friends describe him as fiercely loyal, as he always stands by those he cares about, making them feel supported and valued. However, underneath his upbeat demeanor, he sometimes grapples with self-doubt, particularly when it comes to his future ambitions. Balancing his light-hearted nature with a strong sense of purpose, Luca strives to make an impact on the environment and inspire others to do the same.

Year in college: Freshman
Major: Environmental Science
Extracurriculars: Eco Club, Hiking, Student Government
Local/Hometown: Maplewood, New Jersey

18 | Instagram Handle: @mad.dog
Name of face claim: Landon Barker
Occupation: N/A
Marital Status: Dating Thana

Background: How did Maddox get from L.A. to Florida is what everyone will be asking this fall. He had planned to stay in California and work and not go to school right away, but then he got someone pregnant while he was visiting Florida over Christmas break. She lives in Florida so he changed his plans and applied to college near her to help with the baby when the baby comes.

Personality: He might seem like a jerky guy, but deep down he is loyal and will be there for those who need him, case in point, is the girl he got pregnant. They are not together, by his choice, but he will not be a deadbeat father and so he will be in the child's life.

Year in college: Sophomore
Major: Graphic Design Major
Extracurriculars: Visual Audio Club
Local/Hometown: California

18 | December 30th
Instagram Handle: @kittykat
Name of face claim: Changbin
Year in college: Sophomore
Major: Computer Science
Extracurriculars: Geeks and Gamers Club, Swim Team
Local/Hometown: Vista Keys

Background: Meeko grew up in Vista Keys along with his two best friends. They did almost everything together. Meeko always knew he would stay home and go to college. He and his best friend even planned to be roommates and eventually maybe even get an apartment with their girl best friend.

Personality: Meeko is a shy, quiet, guy, with strangers, but with his close friends he is the big mouth of the group. It does not take a lot to get him to open to you, but at the same time, he expects a lot of the people he opens up to. Oh, and he has a crush on his female best friend, but she does not know that.

18 |
Instagram Handle: @singalongsierra
Name of face claim: Vanessa Merrell
Marital Status: Single

Background: (Working on this)

Personality: She is a singer, songwriter, and philanthropist. She is a very upbeat person, who spreads love and positivity. She is multilingual, an animal lover, and an adventurous soul and is gracious to those around her. She and her twin sister are social media influencers. They make all sorts of videos together; comedy, fashion, makeup, etc. They are very well known around Vista Keys.

Year in college: Sophomore
Major: Communications
Extracurriculars: Volleyball, Swim team
Local/Hometown: Local

21 | January 3
Instagram Handle: @SunnyAngel
Name of Face Claim: Jisoo
Occupation: student, Works at Bubble Blast Boba Cafe
Marital Status: Single

Background: Soo-min Park grew up in a multicultural neighborhood in Queens, New York. From a young age, she found herself surrounded by all different cultures, which broadened her perspective and nurtured her curiosity about the world. Festivals celebrating various heritages were frequent occurrences in her community, allowing her to experience everything from traditional South Korean holidays to vibrant Latin parades. These experiences not only made her appreciate the beauty of cultural diversity but also inspired her to incorporate various artistic influences into her own creative expression.

Ambitious and driven, Soo-min has always balanced between her academics and her artistic passions. In school, she excelled academically, often taking on leadership roles in group projects and extracurricular activities. Yet, her true love lay in art and music, where she found solace and a means of self-expression. Whether it was painting late into the night or performing with her all girl band, Soo-min thrived in creative environments, using her artistic endeavors as an outlet to connect with herself and those around her.

Her parents, having immigrated from South Korea, have been instrumental in shaping her worldview. They shared stories of their own struggles and triumphs, emphasizing the importance of hard work and education as keys to success. These narratives inspired Soo-min to dream big, embracing both her cultural heritage and her identity as an American.

Through her studies in communications, alongside her talents in art and music, Soo-min aims to create platforms that celebrate and elevate voices from diverse backgrounds, fostering understanding and connection in an increasingly globalized world.

Personality: Soo-min is cheerful and outgoing, often bringing light to any room with her positive energy. She’s also a bit of a dreamer and can be impulsive, which sometimes gets her into amusing situations. Loyal to her friends, she’s the type of person who will go out of her way to help someone in need.

Year in College: Junior
Major: Communications
Extracurriculars: Art Club, Student Government, Photography Society
Local/Hometown: New York

Instagram Handle:
Name of face claim: Ross Lynch
Occupation: student, works part time at Magic Mike show
Marital Status: single

Background: Tyler Brooks grew up in a small coastal town, on the west coast, where his love for music blossomed at an early age. Raised by his single mother, a former rock singer herself, he was surrounded by vintage vinyl records and the sound of her heartfelt ballads. Tyler often performed at local friends parties, dreaming of one day making it big, but he struggled with self-doubt and the pressure of expectations. After a chance encounter with a famous musician that his mother introduced him to during a summer festival, he changed his mind completely. It was at the same time he also discovered a profound love for the ocean and its ecosystems, ultimately deciding to pursue a career as a marine biologist instead of a musician.

Personality: Tyler is a mix of introspective and adventurous, often reflective about his dreams while also being eager to explore new horizons. His easy-going nature makes him approachable and friendly, allowing him to forge strong connections with those around him. Despite his self-doubt, he possesses a quiet confidence that shines through in his passion for marine life and conservation. Tyler is also known for his creativity and imagination, often coming up with unique ideas for community projects that combine his love for music and the ocean. He has a deep compassion for others, making him a great listener and a supportive friend who always encourages those around him to chase their own dreams.

Year in college: Freshman
Major: Marine Biologist
Extracurriculars: Aquaculture Club

20 | September 11th
Instagram Handle: @SweetVansations
Name of Face Claim: Danielle Campbell
Occupation: student, co-owns bakery
Marital Status: Single

Background:

Year in College: Senior
Major: Culinary Arts
Extracurriculars: Culinary Club
Local/Hometown:

18 | DOB
Instagram Handle: @DreamyDaze
Name of face claim: Milkgore
Occupation: Barista at TBD
Marital Status: Single

Background:

Personality: Zara is a creative and free-spirited individual who has a passion for art and design. She’s known for her personality and infectious laughter, which make her approachable and fun to be around. Though friendly and sociable, she has a thoughtful side and often reflects deeply on her experiences and the art she creates. Zara is curious and open-minded, always eager to learn about different cultures, styles, and ideas.

She possesses a strong sense of empathy, making her a great listener and supportive friend. Zara can also be a bit impulsive, often diving headfirst into new projects or ideas without fully thinking them through. This spontaneity adds to her charm, as she often surprises her friends with her quirky and creative plans. Overall, she's the kind of person who can light up a room with her creativity and positivity, while also lending a listening ear when needed.

Year in college: Freshman
Major: Graphic Design
Extracurriculars: Art Club, Geeks and Gamers Club, Audio Visual Club
Local/Hometown: Vista Keys Local