Student Profiles

In our new normal, Ben Sharf is wrapping up his senior thesis for his final year at Colgate through distance learning in quarantine, in addition to building the nonprofit organization 6FTCloser.

Tommy Vlattas ’21 was named "Best Delegate in a Special Role" at the 2020 EuroSim Conference.

On November 8, Colgate University joined in a nationwide celebration of first-generation college students. Anthony Wright ’20, Diana Flores ’20, and Arturo Max Longoria ’21 are among those community members who are the first in their families to attend college.

Audrey Ponder ’22 was selected for study-abroad organization LoopAbroad’s Veterinary Service Program, a two-week expedition focused on hands-on veterinary work.

Mayzie Potton '22 describes how she spent her summer leading storytelling workshops in Kenai, Alaska, and eSwatini, Africa.

Psychology major Keara Greene ’20, from Halifax, Mass. describes her summer research combining environmental studies and art.

Political science and peace and conflict studies double major Chris Burke ’21, from Wellesley, Mass. describes his research in Prague as a Stone Fellow with the Center for Freedom and Civilization. 

Computer science major Caio Rodrigues Faria Brighenti ’20, from São Paulo, Brazil, is conducting research on fake news, or intentionally misleading information.

Neuroscience major Gabby Pacula ’21, from San Diego, Calif., describes her EMT training.

During the summer, Colgate students are applying their liberal arts know-how in a variety of real-world settings. Microbiology major Rebecca Gowen ’19, from Philadelphia, Pa., describes her summer research, conducted through the Beckman Scholars Program.