One of the most meaningful paths I’ve taken at Stonehill has been through leadership and mentorship. Whether it’s guiding first-year students as an Orientation Leader and FYE Facilitator, mentoring through the Opportunity for Kindness program, or even curating experiences for others through the Disney Leadership Experience, I’ve found so much purpose in helping others find their place here. Walking the path to the Office of Student Engagement restores the energy and feeling of community that comes with building a community, and walking up Donahue Hill restores the memories of those first few days of Orientation, when I saw students start to form friendships and start their college journey. But I have not walked this path alone. I have been fortunate to be around people who have challenged, supported, and encouraged me—be it mentors like my advisor Professor Robin Goldberg or Steve Pagios, friends who push me to be my best, or the students that I have interacted with who opened me up to new perspectives. Every experience, from being in L.I.G.H.T. to holding jobs on campus, has shaped the way that I serve and lead. These are the moments that remind me why I do this work and energize me to continue making a difference, here at Stonehill and elsewhere.
