Why did you choose to attend Hamilton?
I chose to attend Hamilton because it offered the opportunity to pursue my goal of being a two-sport athlete while also preparing me for my career aspiration of becoming a physician. During my visit I felt supported by my coaches and immediately connected with members of both teams. Hamilton’s close-knit community and beautiful campus foster a sense of belonging, encouraging every student to feel valued and to engage in many different groups on campus.
What is the best thing about being part of the NESCAC?
The best part about being in the NESCAC is the level of competition. On any given day, any team can win. Every game feels like a fresh slate, and while the competition is intense, there’s also a strong mutual respect among teams and recognition of the balance between academics and athletics at each institution.
What is your dream job/career?
My dream job is to become an emergency room physician. Practicing medicine excites me because it offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community, while continually challenging me socially, intellectually, and practically. I am drawn to a career that is intense and dynamic, and emergency medicine’s fast-paced environment, where physicians treat a wide range of cases, fits that perfectly. I also value that the field allows for both impactful work and a sustainable work-life balance.
Looking back on your college years, what are you most proud of?
Looking back on the last three years, I am most proud of my resiliency and work ethic. As a senior, I feel fortunate to have accomplished many of my athletic, academic, and personal goals, but the path wasn’t always easy. It took patience, a strong support system, self-belief, and time to figure out who I was and how I fit into my roles on campus. I feel grateful to be part of two wonderful teams, to be working toward my medical career, and to be surrounded by friends and family who support me.
Is there anything special about your uniform number?
Number 5 has been my favorite number since I was five years old. It became my number in soccer, lacrosse, hockey, and field hockey throughout my entire childhood athletic career. Everyone expected it to change once I turned six, but it stuck and it’s even more meaningful because it was also my mom’s number when she was a collegiate athlete.
What’s your go-to warmup song?
For a Better Day by Avicii
What has been your favorite class?
My favorite class has been The Sociology of Health and Illness with Professor Grace. The content resonated with me because it integrated psychology, neuroscience, current events, and the study of people through a medical lens. It also gave me a fresh perspective on both the medical school process and what it means to pursue a career as a physician. The course challenged me to articulate my thoughts on controversial current events and to listen thoughtfully to perspectives different from my own.
What is the greatest lesson you have learned from being a student-athlete?
One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned as a student-athlete is how to support different teammates in ways that meet their individual needs, while also recognizing what I need to perform my best. I’ve learned to hold both myself and others accountable, balancing empathy with responsibility, which has strengthened my communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
What is your favorite place on your campus?
My favorite place on campus is the Howard Diner. The atmosphere is always lively, with people enjoying comfort food and conversation. It’s the perfect spot to go with my team after a late game or to catch up one-on-one with someone I haven’t seen in a while. I almost always run into someone I know, and I always leave feeling both happy and full.
What is something interesting about you that others might not know
I am a dual citizen! My brother and I both have our American and Canadian citizenships.
What is something you enjoy doing when not in class or competingin your sport?
When I’m not in class, EMTing, playing field hockey or ice hockey, I love spending time in my suite. There are six of us from four different sports teams, six different majors, and all parts of the country. It’s refreshing to take a break from the busyness of sports and school and hang out, watch shows, and enjoy each other’s company.
