Meet our 2025-2026 Senior Admission Fellows! They offer interviews to students interested in applying to Conn. These are simple chats—short, informal and informational. No stress is allowed! And interviews aren't required, but they do provide you with an opportunity to share the things we won't find on your application. Schedule your interview now!
Gavin ’26
Hometown: West Hartford, CT Major: SDIM (Student-Designed Interdisciplinary Major) in Health Science Minor: Sociology Integrative Pathway: Public Health Campus Involvement: One Love, Men’s Tennis Team Leader Why Conn?: I chose Conn because I felt like it could offer me the perfect combination of three major things: sports, school and academics. All of these different categories were equally important to me, and I wanted to go to a school where I felt like I could have it all. Walking around our beautiful campus, it took me only minutes to decide that this was where I wanted to spend the next four years of my life.
Nina ’26
Pronouns: she/her Hometown: Brookline, MA Major: American Studies and Gender, Sexuality and Intersectionality Studies Academic Center: Center for the Critical Study of Race and Ethnicity Campus Involvement: VP of Women's Club Soccer, SVPA (Sexual Violence Prevention and Advocacy) Club member, Admission Ambassador Why Conn?: I chose Conn because of its tight-knit community and range of academic programs. Conn allowed me to dive into all of my academic interests while also being able to explore new subjects with students and faculty who are passionate about the work that they do.
R.J. ’26
Hometown: Brentwood, TN Major: Neuroscience Minor: American Studies Campus Involvement: ARC (Academic Resource Center) Monitor, Portuguese Club (Global Learning Lab), Men’s Basketball Team Why Conn?: I chose Conn because of the strong academics alongside the competitive athletic conference we participate in (the NESCAC). As soon as I stepped foot on campus and felt the sense of community, I knew it was where I wanted to spend the next four years!
Isabelle ’26
Hometown: San Diego, CA Major: Psychology Minor: Finance and History Campus Involvement: Club Ice Hockey, One Love, Admission Ambassador and Front Desk Assistant, French Teaching Assistant, Women’s Rowing Team Why Conn?: I chose Conn because it offered me the best of all worlds: academics, athletics and extracurriculars. I knew I would be able to play in the competitive NESCAC division while taking on multiple majors, minors and jobs without feeling stretched thin. Conn’s open curriculum has allowed me to take classes across disciplines that I wouldn’t have been able to explore otherwise, and to meet teachers who have become mentors and advisers thanks to the small student-teacher ratio. Lastly, the beautiful campus and proximity to the beach and Boston have made the transition to the east coast that much easier. The community here is beyond uplifting and welcomes you too!
Maddy ’26
Pronouns: she/her Hometown: Marblehead, MA Major: Biology Minor: Environmental Studies and Psychology Integrative Pathway: Public Health Campus Involvement: Athletic Department Photographer, Caring Camels Club Why Conn?: I chose Conn for the strong sense of community across all areas of life on campus. To me, it stood out as a place where people genuinely support their peers' growth, and where collaboration is valued as much as individual achievement. Conn felt like a place where I could both contribute to and benefit from that spirit of connection, while also challenging myself to step outside my comfort zone.
Charlie ’26
Pronouns: he/him Hometown: Canton, CT Major: Economics Minor: Psychology and Finance Campus Involvement: Club Basketball, Club Baseball Why Conn?: I chose Conn because I was looking for a small, liberal arts college close to home. I was unsure what I wanted to study, and the liberal arts education provided here allowed me to explore a wide range of disciplines. I wanted a place where I could easily get involved and stay active all at the same time.
Lauren ’26
Hometown: League City, TX Major: Psychology and Gender, Sexuality and Intersectionality Studies Integrative Pathway: Media, Rhetoric and Communication Campus Involvement: Gray Area Magazine, Scuds Improv Club, Admission Front Desk Assistant and Ambassador, Admission Social Media Intern, Connections Ambassador/Coordinator, Women’s Swim Team Why Conn?: I chose Conn because of the immediate sense of drive and community I experienced among my peers and advisers. While I wasn’t certain what I wanted to study, I knew that whatever path I explored, I would have a supportive network around me to help guide the best decisions for my future.
Brogan ’26
Hometown: Rochester, NY Major: Economics Minor: Finance Campus Involvement: Student Adviser, Caring Camels Club, Women’s Lacrosse Team Why Conn?: I chose Conn because its welcoming community and campus immediately felt like home. I also knew that the combination of strong academics and competitive athletics would challenge me to be my best.
Aidan ’26
Hometown: Greenville, SC Major: International Relations and History Campus Involvement: Admission Ambassador, History Student Advisory Board, Men’s Soccer Team Why Conn?: I chose Conn because of all the opportunities it provides for a student to become their full selves. You're not a part of just one group here—you can be an athlete but also an Admission Ambassador or member of a student advisory board. You can also be on the dance team but be a part of one of our many a cappella groups as well. You also have the opportunity to study abroad in a foreign country and receive funding from our career center for an internship. There are so many resources at Conn and its small size allows students to explore these resources fully. Our campus size also opens up the doors to form meaningful relationships with professors and advisers that can aid you in life past Conn.
Pierce ’26
Pronouns: he/him Hometown: Philadelphia, PA Major: English and American Studies Minor: Gender, Sexuality and Intersectionality Studies Campus Involvement: Gray Area Fashion Magazine (Editor-in-Chief, Writer, Model), SGA (Student Government Association)/House Senator, A Cappella Why Conn?: When I was applying to college, I knew I wanted to be in an environment where I felt my classmates truly valued things like community, culture and academics in general; Conn’s student body is a driven, passionate group of people and I’m constantly inspired to work harder alongside my peers. Additionally, I’m grateful for the student-faculty ratio that has afforded me the ability to form closer relationships with professors, giving me a support network from day one—with individuals who I not only felt comfortable going to for advice, but who shared my academic interests and passion, and who wanted to see me succeed while staying curious.
Emma ’26
Hometown: Baltimore, MD Major: Economics Minor: Environmental Studies Integrative Pathway: Entrepreneurship Campus Involvement: One Love Student Facilitator, Peer Tutor (Intro Macroeconomics), Women’s Lacrosse Team Why Conn?: I chose Conn because of its small size and intimate classes, which foster close relationships with professors and classmates. The campus has a welcoming, vibrant atmosphere that made me feel at home right away. I was also drawn to the liberal arts curriculum, which encourages students to explore their interests and develop skills in a wide range of disciplines.
Aaron ’26
Hometown: Chicago, IL Major: Educational Studies Campus Involvement: Former Class 2026 President, Black Student Union (BSU) Public Relations Chair, Men of Color Alliance (MOCA) Affinity Outreach Chair, Holleran Center Communications Fellow, Lead Researcher, Floor Governor, Admission Ambassador Why Conn?: I chose Conn because of the close-knit community that Conn has and how embraced I was by them when I first got on campus. It really felt like a homey environment when I crossed that Mohegan Avenue threshold.
Cecilia ’26
Pronouns: she/her Hometown: New Rochelle, NY Major: Biology Minor: English Integrative Pathway: Public Health Campus Involvement: CCspin Instructor, Admission Ambassador, Women’s Sailing Team Why Conn?: I chose Conn because of its small class environments and the students' willingness to collaborate with one another. There is nothing better than stepping into one of my STEM classes and having a class where everyone in the room is engaging in discussion with one another, and being able to hear everyone's input. In addition, our proximity to the water was a huge draw for me, as a sailor being able to get out of a 4 p.m. class and walk right down to the waterfront for practice is the best part of my day.
Olivia ’26
Pronouns: she/her Hometown: Washington, DC Major: Psychology and Philosophy Minor: Hispanic Studies Campus Involvement: A Cappella, GlamourGals (volunteering club), Club Soccer Why Conn?: I chose Conn for its combination of academic rigor, campus involvement and thriving sense of community. This triad properly prepares its students for all the fantastic academic and professional opportunities it provides. It is a true embodiment of the liberal arts coupled with an incredibly supportive network of students, staff and faculty, which appealed to me because I wanted to explore many academic disciplines and activities with support and guidance from friends and mentors alike.
Zoe ’26
Hometown: Chicago, IL Major: Government Minor: Finance and Africana Studies Campus Involvement: Posse Foundation Scholar, Athletes of Color Coalition, Student Adviser, Athletic Center Receptionist, Academic Resource Center Monitor, Government/International Relations Student Advisory Board, Women's Volleyball Team Why Conn?: I chose Connecticut College because I was drawn to its close-knit community, strong academics, and the opportunities it offers for growth both in and out of the classroom. The small class sizes and the accessibility of professors attracted me, since I value learning in an environment where I can build strong relationships with faculty and have support in exploring my interests. The liberal arts curriculum also allows me to engage with different areas of study and make meaningful connections between them. Beyond academics, I was excited by the chance to compete in the NESCAC and be part of a supportive athletic community. The beautiful campus, emphasis on collaboration and the College’s commitment to preparing students for life after graduation made Conn the right fit for me.
