Alex '22 

Hometown: Trumbull, CT

Major: Psychology/Dual Certification in Childhood/Special Education (1-6)

Campus Involvement: Previous President of the Student Programming Council (SPC), President of FEMME, Marist's intersectional feminism club, Head Editor for the Student Government Association Public Affairs Committee (SGA PAC), Campus Ambassador and Tour Guide, member of Kappa Delta Pi, the International Honor Society in Education, and a student tutor.

Additional Activities: I'm a substitute elementary school teacher in a district in CT, and will actually be student teaching at the school where I've been working! I also have been a nanny for families and even got to travel to Spain! I love adventuring, shopping, and going to concerts.

Advice for the Class of ‘26: I tell my elementary students that it's okay if they haven't met their forever groups yet. I tell them that I was scared for middle school, but I actually met my two closest current friends on the first day of sixth grade. College is the same way. It can be scary, and although I was ready for Marist, I didn't know what to expect! It's okay, though. Just let it all happen. All incoming students feel the same way, and everyone that came before you was also in your shoes. Put yourself out there and immerse yourself in everything Marist has to offer. Everything works out exactly how it's meant to and it will all be okay.

 

Alyssa, ‘25 

Hometown: Cheshire, CT

Major: Psychology

Minor: Cognitive Science

Campus Involvement: On campus, I'm on the Club Tennis Team, and I'm a member of MCDE, Marist College Dance Ensemble. I'm also a part of the Honors Program here at Marist and I'm in the Psychology Club. In addition, I am a member of Habitat for Humanity and Campus Ministry, where I volunteer for weekly community service.

Additional Activities: In my free time, I love hanging out with my friends, going to the beach, and staying active by going to the gym or going on hikes.

Advice for the Class of ’26: The start of your freshman year is a special time because EVERYBODY is looking to make friends. Therefore, my biggest piece of advice for incoming freshman is to take advantage of the early opportunities presented, get involved, and have fun!

 

Annie, ‘24 

Hometown: Cresskill, NJ

Major: Psychology/Dual Certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) and Childhood Education/Special Education (Grades 1-6)

Campus Involvement: I am involved with Ambassadors, Best Buddies, Campus Ministry, the International Italian-American Society, Teachers of Tomorrow, and Kappa Delta Pi (International Honor Society in Education). I also am a tour guide and spent this past semester studying abroad in Florence, Italy!

Additional Activities: I like to play volleyball, basketball, and softball. Also, I am a huge New York Jets fan!

Advice for the Class of ‘26: Take advantage of the opportunities all around you! Join a club, audition for a play, or attend a sporting event on campus!
 

Ashley M., ‘25 

Hometown: Hopewell Junction, NY

Major: Business Administration

Campus Involvement: I am a student Ambassador. I am involved with Campus Ministry and the Italian Club. I also play co-ed intramural volleyball.

Additional Activities: I enjoy working out and spending time with friends.

Advice for the Class of ’26: Try to take any opportunity that comes your way. Find clubs and activities that interest you. Do not be afraid to get a little out of your comfort zone and be friendly since you all are in this together!

 

Ashley S., ‘25 

Hometown: Fishkill, NY

Major: Biomedical Sciences

Minor: Business Administration

Campus Involvement: On campus I am involved with Campus Ministry, the Hispanic/Latino Club, DEM, and I am the treasurer for the American Chemical Society.

Additional Activities: I love to play soccer in my free time. I have also played the violin since middle school and I am also part of Newburgh's Emergency Medical Services hoping to soon become an EMT!

Advice for the Class of ’26: Stay strong during the tough moments. Believe in yourself and get involved in as many things as you can!

 

Bridget, ‘22 

Hometown: Harvard, MA

Major: Biomedical Sciences

Minor: Psychology

Campus Involvement: As a student at Marist, I have been involved in Marist Ambassadors, the Pre-Dental Society, the Student Programming Council and the Honors Program. I have done research with several professors and was also a Peer Tutor and a Tour Guide.

Additional Activities: On campus, you were most likely to find me in the Cabaret on SPC's bingo nights, watching the sunset on the campus green, or at the Marketplace buying more pints of Ben and Jerry's Peanut Butter Cup ice cream than my freezer can hold.

Advice for the Class of ’26: You have four years to experience everything Marist has to offer, so don't take for granted the "now" as you're chasing the next internship, event, or experience.

Brooke, ‘23 

Hometown: Clifton Park, NY

Major: Communication (Journalism and Public Relations)

Minors: Psychology, Fashion Merchandising, Video Production

Additional Activities: I am part of Intern Queen (a college ambassadorship program).

Advice for the Class of ’26: Make the most of your time at Marist. That's so cliché, but really! Take advantage of the wide variety of clubs, classes, and work experiences Marist has to offer; and don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone. Chances are you will find new passions and friends who feel like family in the process!

 

Caitlin, ‘25 

Hometown: Smithtown, NY

Major: Applied Mathematics

Minors: Business, Data Science & Analytics

Campus Involvement: On campus I am the captain of Club Ultimate Frisbee. I also play intramural cornhole, volleyball, and flag football. I a part of Red Ink and the Marist Business Club.

Additional Activities: I enjoy baking, going to the beach, and playing Kan Jam.

Advice for the Class of ’26:  "Do something." This may sound very simple but honestly the best, non-cliché, advice I could give new first-year students. Join a club, intramural/club sport, or go the SPC-run campus events. These are just some of the ways to meet people and make your college experience memorable. DO NOT wait around, it does not matter what it is just do something.

 

Cassidy, ‘23 

Hometown: Hillsdale, NJ

Major: Business Administration (Human Resources)

Minor: Psychology

Campus Involvement: I am the Marketing Chair of Diversity and Inclusion within the Student Government Association (SGA), SHRM, Women in Business, and I work in the HR office on campus!

Additional Activities: I love watching football so catch me at all the Marist games! I'm a big Dallas Cowboys fan. I love spending time with my family, friends, and my dog Baxter. I love going on drives and getting involved anyway I can on campus!

Advice for the Class of ‘26: Just go up to talk to people, you never know they could end up being your best friend! You are all in the same boat and want to meet people so don't be afraid to put yourself out there!

Eden, ‘25 

Hometown: Brookfield, CT

Major: Undeclared

Campus Involvement: On campus I play intramural volleyball, and I am part of Campus Ministry.

Additional Activities: I enjoy softball, water skiing, acting, music, and teaching Sunday school.

Advice for the Class of ’26: I remember the fear and stress of entering college. I thought that being placed in totally a new surrounding with no one I knew would be hard, and it was at first. However, during my time here at Marist (which has only been a year) I have built relationships with professors, made friends that I will have for a lifetime, and learned to be independent and flourish with self-growth. I know that incoming students will have the same experience in this welcoming and accepting campus, equipped with the tools of success and the bond of community.

Emily, ‘23 

Hometown: Point Pleasant Boro, NJ

Major: Communication (Advertising)

Minor: Interactive Media

Campus Involvement: I am currently an intern for a communications company doing social media and marketing through our internship program. I work on campus in the Student Affairs office as a student assistant and I am also involved in a few different intramurals on campus!

Additional Activities: I like to spend time with friends on campus and I am a part of my town's Fire Company as a member of the Ladies Auxiliary.

Advice for the Class of ‘26: Be open to new opportunities! Don’t be afraid to talk to new people and try new things!

 

James, ‘23 

Hometown: Islip, NY

Major: Media Studies & Production

Campus Involvement: On campus I am a part of the Ambassador program. This past fall I did Marist in Manhattan which had me living and working as a production development intern in NYC for Tribeca Productions where I got to meet and work alongside my heroes.

Advice for the Class of ‘26: Make new friends, eat new foods, go to new places, learn new things, but never change who you are.

 

 

Jayda, ‘25 

Hometown: New York City, NY

Major: Fashion Design

Campus Involvement: I am involved with Fox Photo, the Dance Ensemble, the Italian American Society, and Best Buddies.

Additional Activities: I enjoy figure skating and painting.

Advice for the Class of ’26: Don’t be afraid to get to know the campus.

 

 

Jessica G., ‘24 

Hometown: Croton On Hudson, NY

Major: Psychology with Childhood Education and Special Education (Grades 1-6)

Campus Involvement: On campus I work for the Admissions Office as a Tour Guide, and I'm a member of the Student Ambassador Program. I'm a general member of Marist Singers and currently hold the position of Secretary on the Executive Board. I'm part of The Sirens, the all-female a capella singing group on campus!

Lastly, I'm a member of The Psychology Club, Teachers of Tomorrow, and Kappa Delta Pi, the International Honor Society in Education!

Additional Activities: Off-campus I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I love music, fitness, cars, the beach, and since I grew up in the Hudson Valley I have always spent a lot of my summer on the river!

 Advice for the Class of ‘26: My biggest advice for the Class of 2026 is to not be afraid of change! Change is inevitable in college, whether it’s your friends, classes, your major, or something else. While it may be scary, it’s a huge part of growth and can be a great thing!

 

Jessica J., ‘23 

Hometown: Pleasant Valley, NY

Majors: History, Communication (Public Relations)

Minor: Graphic Design

 

Campus Involvement: I am part of the Student Activities Operations Crew, an executive board member for St. Jude Marist, a North Road Communications Account Executive, a PRSSA Member, and part of Kappa Kappa Gamma.

 

Additional Activities: I enjoy water skiing and hiking in the Hudson Valley!

 

Advice for the Class of ’26: “Don't let your character change color with your environment. Find out who you are and let it stay its true color.” - Rachel Joy Scott

 

Jordyn, ‘24 

Hometown: New Milford, CT

Major: Psychology

Certificate: Paralegal

Campus Involvement: On campus I am involved with the Psychology Club, the Pre-Law Society, and I am an Orientation Leader.

Additional Activities: I enjoy skiing, reading, and hiking.

Advice for the Class of ’26: Try everything you can on campus and don’t be afraid to meet new people. As a freshman, everyone else is in the same boat as you. As much as it feels like you’re the only one lost, I can promise everyone is else is too. The years go by very quickly so enjoy it as much as you can!

Kumba, ‘23 

Hometown: Bronx, NY

Major: Political Science

Minor: Global Studies

Campus Involvement: I am a Resident Assistant (RA), the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on SGA (Student Government Association), and Vice President for the Muslim Student Association (MSA).

Additional Activities: I love to read, paint, watch TV, and hangout with family and friends.

Advice for the Class of ‘26: One of the best pieces of advice I ever got was to take up space. You are all here because you deserve to be, so take up space, speak up and take all the opportunities you want. But mostly importantly don't be afraid to ask for help. You got this!

Kyra, ‘25 

Hometown: Brewster, NY

Major: Psychology

Minor: Social Work

Campus Involvement: On campus I am part of the Marist Femme Club, and I am the treasurer for Naturally Foxy.

Advice for the Class of ’26: Put yourself out there as much as possible!

 

 

 

Lauren, ‘25 

Hometown: Farmington, CT

Major: Psychology

Minor: Biology

Campus Involvement: On campus I am involved with Habitat for Humanity.

Advice for the Class of ’26: Take the time to find yourself and what you want to accomplish here at Marist. Don't rush the process.

 

 

 

 

Lindsey, ‘25 

Hometown: Danbury, CT

Major: Fashion Merchandising

Campus Involvement: I am the vice president of Fox Pride (the Marist pride club). I am also involved with the 36th Annual Silver Needle Runway, doing hair and makeup for the shows. In addition, I love spending time in the McCann Center dance studio!

Additional Activities: Outside of Marist, I am a member of the United States tap dance team. I teach and choreograph at my dance studio back home and teach summer classes at a local art studio. If I'm not dancing or making art, I'm probably spending time with my three dogs.

Advice for the Class of ’26: The best advice I can give to the Class of 2026 is to get involved with the Marist community. Go to RA events, join a club or two, or check out the gym or library! Don't be afraid to dip your toes in the water. There's a place here for everyone, and getting involved is a sure way to meet some really cool people!

Luke, ‘25 

Hometown: Tarrytown, NY

Major: Undeclared

Campus Involvement: On campus I am involved with The HuMarists.

Additional Activities: My hobbies include drawing, writing, and running.

Advice for the Class of ’26: Even before you come to campus on move in day, try reaching out to fellow incoming students and don’t be shy to reach out to them once seeing them on campus, everyone is just as excited as you are to meet new people.

 

Mike, ‘23 

Hometown: Cheshire, CT

Major: Business Administration (Marketing)

Minor: Advertising

Campus Involvement: I participate in Campus Ministry, Ambassadors, and Jazz Foxes. I am also a Tour Guide.

Additional Activities: I am a drummer, I am a big car guy, and I enjoy cooking.

Advice for the Class of ‘26: Trust the adjustment process! It may be intimidating at first, but trust your Orientation Leaders and the Orientation program to guide you through your adjustment. It will all work out!

 

Navkiran, ‘23 

Hometown: Wappingers Falls, NY

Major: Political Science

Minor: Global Studies

Certificate: Paralegal

Campus Involvement: I am a part of the Student Government Association as the Vice President of Club Affairs, an executive board member of our Model UN Club, and also work with the Admissions Office as a tour guide and greeter.

Additional Activities: I have spent a good amount of my college career working closely with a local grassroots organization called For The Many. My main task as an intern was to facilitate fundraising and do campus outreach.

Advice for the Class of ‘26: Many of us hesitate to step into the unknown because it is attached to

 uncomfortable situations, but that discomfort is good. It means you are pushing yourself and growing as a person.

 

Paola, ‘25 

Hometown: Red Hook, NY

Major: Biology (Pre-PA)

Minor: Psychology

Campus Involvement: On campus I work in the Card Services office.

Additional Activities: I enjoy reading, painting, and spending time with my friends and family!

Advice for the Class of ’26: Take the time to get to know yourself! Try things out of your comfort zone, talk to new people, and pursue your dreams. Work hard, but remember to enjoy the process as well! You're only going to be in college for a few years, and they're going to go by so fast, so make the most of your time here.

 

Sandra, ‘25 

Hometown: Mount Kisco, NY

Major: Biology

 Minor: Psychology

Campus Involvement: On campus I am involved with Campus Ministry, the Emerging Leaders Program, Community Service at Warring Elementary School, the Hispanic/Latino Club, Delta Epsilon Mu Bid (Pre-Health Co-Ed Fraternity), Women's Faith (Retreat Leader), the Psychology Club, and Catholic Connections.

Additional Activities: I enjoy Zumba, and working at TJ Maxx and babysitting.

Advice for the Class of ’26: Something I was told going into my first year at college which heavily impacted the way I viewed others and my experience at college was how important making connections was. Being told that every person I'd meet in college has something to offer encouraged me to become more open minded to new ideas, people, and overall, opportunities. There are benefits to helping others and in return, receiving help throughout our journey to success. By building connections, we are able to enhance our communication skills, self-advocacy and most importantly create a community of support.

Samantha, ‘22 

Hometown: Freehold, NJ

Major: Psychology

Minor: Business

 

Campus Involvement: During my time at Marist, I was president of the Marist College Dance Ensemble (MCDE), an ambassador, and a tour guide. In addition, I worked as a student assistant for the Office of First Year Programs. I also participated in research regarding mindfulness-based interventions in the classroom with Dr. Mary Stone in the psychology department. I also held two intern positions; one with the Center For Victim Safety & Support (CVSS) and the other with Behavioral Associates (an outpatient mental health clinic located in NYC). Prior to being an undergraduate student, I also completed two of the Pre-College Programs (Criminal Justice in Poughkeepsie and Italian Language in Florence, Italy).

Additional Activities: This fall, following my graduation from Marist, I will be pursuing my Psy.D in School Psychology!

Advice for the Class of ’26: "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." Going away to college comes with many emotions. These include excitement and anticipation, as well as fear, worry, and anxiety. Though this process is not easy, it shapes you into the person you are meant to be and strengthens you. Just beyond all of your worries, lies the best 4 years of your life. Coming to Marist makes it easy to meet your best friends, fall in love with your major, and overall become the best version of yourself. Welcome to the Red Fox family! We are so excited to have you.