Life at Colby - Life at Colby - Colby College, Waterville, ME

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Class of 2022

Co-President: Morgan Honor

My name is Morgan Honor, and I am a senior at Colby college. I’m from Tuxedo Park, NY. I have been involved with SGA since my first year at Colby. Additionally at Colby, I am involved with CCAK, STEM on the Run, CER, and Mediocre. I’m an Anthropology major and Chemistry minor, and after college I hope to go to medical school to study to become a doctor.

Co-President: Ellie Batchelder

Hi everyone! My name is Ellie Batchelder and I am psyched to serve as one of the Co-Presidents for the Class of 2022 this year. At Colby, I am an Environmental Policy and Government double major and am specifically interested in issues of marine fisheries management and offshore wind. In my free time, I love to explore Maine by bike, on skis, or on the water, bake bagels, eat ice cream, and watch a good sunset. After serving on SGA previously for two years, I am so excited to be back and find ways to make our senior year engaging, meaningful, and fun. You can frequently find me in Diamond or hanging out in Foss, so please say hi! I can’t wait to work with all of you!

Senator: Georgia Freeland

My name is Georgia Freeland and I am one of the Class of ’22 Senators. I am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Managerial Economics. Some of the things I am involved with on campus include: Club Ski member, Colby Surf Member, and Mediocre Member. The reason I wanted to be on SGA was to voice concerns about the disconnect on the Colby Campus regarding social culture. There are so many amazing people on this campus, so I want to ensure that Colby has the atmosphere to let everyone get the chance to meet one another. So excited for this upcoming year. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Always down to grab a cup of coffee.

Senator: Muxin Li

Hello everyone! My name is Mu(xin), and I’m one of the senators for Class of 2022. I grew up in Beijing, China and my second hometown is Arcata, California where I lived for a year. I double major in economics-financial markets and statistics and minor in music. I’m really excited to be part of SGA, and I look forward to hearing your voices! A fun fact about me: I play five instruments and I sing (a proud member of Mayflower Chill).

Senator: Leah Montello

My name is Leah Montello, and I am a Senior Class Senator. I am from West Dover, Vermont, and I am a Classical Civilization and English double major. This will be my second year as a Class of 2022 Senator. I am very excited to be a part of SGA once again! Apart from SGA and its various committees that I am involved in, I am also a member of the Women’s Rugby team, CCAK, and Club Skiing. This will be a great year, and I am really looking forward to collaborating with you all again!

Senator: Ben Guth

I am a member of the Class of 2022 majoring in Global Studies and Economics with a concentration in Financial Markets. My main goal for this year is to foster an open and transparent environment where any and all input is taken, while also working to create as memorable a senior year as possible for the Class of 2022. Furthermore, I hope to make improvements to housing and dining that can benefit Colby students for years to come. In my spare time I enjoy playing water polo, Microsoft Excel, and cooking.

Community Engagement Chair: Cheshta Prasad ’22

Heyoo everyone!! My name is Cheshta Prasad and I am so excited to be the Community Engagement Chair for SGA this year! I am from a small town in Upstate New York called Niskayuna, and am currently a senior at Colby. I am a Biology major and Music minor – so not surprisingly my favorite places on campus are Bixler and Olin. On campus, I take piano lessons, am part of the COOT Committee, and work at Campus Life. This year on SGA, I hope to continue building stronger connections with Colby and Waterville. Feel free to come to my office hours (Tuesdays 10-12) and I would LOVE to talk with you about your ideas, changes you want to see, your favorite Indian food dish, or just about anything 🙂

Administrative Chair: Chris Cho ’24

Hi Everyone! My name is Chris Cho and I’m super pumped to be serving as the SGA Administrative Chair this year! I am a sophomore from Queens, NYC, and a Government and Environmental Studies double major. Apart from SGA, I am also a member of the Mock Trial Team and the Fly Fishing Club. One of my biggest accomplishments at Colby has been setting up and running a saltwater reef tank for over a year. I am obsessed with all things ocean-related so this was one of the ways in which I could further my passion. If anyone ever has the time, please visit! My two ocellaris clownfish (Oingo and Boingo) are super friendly and are always ready to meet new people! Overall, I am really excited to be on SGA again this year and I’m looking forward to making more positive change happen in our community!

Class of 2023

Co-President: Andy Blake

My name is Andy Blake and I am one of the junior year class presidents. I hail from Carlisle Massachusetts, and am an English major. On campus, I am an active participant in Colby music scene, and I enjoy exploring the greater Waterville area. Go Mules!

Co-President: Lulu Saghie

Hi! My name’s Lulu Saghie, I’m from New York City, and I’m one of two presidents of the Class of 2023. At Colby I am double majoring in Physics and Government. Outside of the classroom, I am a TA for the Math and Physics Departments, a Copy Editor for Outside Colby, a Sports Writer for the Athletics website, and I was an Orientation Leader this past August. This is my first year on SGA and I’m so excited to get started and have a great year with my class and the rest of the Colby community!

Senator: Silas Gramaglia

Hi Everyone! My name is Silas Gramaglia and I am a current Junior from Concord, Massachusetts. I’m extremely excited to continue with my second year as a Senator in the Student Government Association! On Mayflower Hill, I am an Environmental Science and Global Studies double major. I am also Co-President of the Colby Spikeball Club, Co-Vice President of the Surf Club, a sprinter on our Men’s Swim and Dive team, and a member of the Colby Water polo Club Team. In Maine, I absolutely love getting outside with my classmates. I make frequent trips to the beach, Sugarloaf, and Acadia. I love cooking, jamming with friends, and taking photos. This summer, I worked on campus as a research assistant in the McKinney Lab, where we analyzed atmospheric tree emissions. On campus, I can frequently be seen eating a bangin’ meal at Foss or relaxing on Miller Lawn. I can’t wait to work with my fellow classmates and SGA representatives to improve life at Colby! Hope to see you around campus!

Senator: Jackson Rockett

Hey everyone! My name is Jackson Rockett and I am a junior Senator from Marblehead, MA. At Colby, I am double-majoring in Government and History. Beyond SGA, I am a captain of the men’s swimming and diving team, a COOT leader, Secretary of the SAAC Executive Board, and a member of the History Review Board. You can mostly find me at the pool or in line for ice cream in Bobs. I am ecstatic to be returning for my third year on SGA and look forward to working to make this year great for the junior class and the broader community! Roll Mules!

Senator: Anthony Burnett

Senator: Kerrie Verbeek

Hi Everyone! My name is Kerrie Verbeek, and I am a senator for the Class of 2023. I am from Southborough, MA, but just moved to Salem, NH. I am a Biology major with a concentration in Neuroscience and a Chemistry minor. Outside of the classroom, I play on the women’s soccer team, am a Sexual Violence Prevention Peer Educator, work as a lab assistant for the Biology Department, and am a CCAK mentor. Last year, I served as the 2023 Student-Athlete Chair for SGA, and I am excited to now be a senator. I am so thrilled to have the opportunity to work with students, faculty, and other SGA members to create real change at Colby!

Class of 2024

Co-President: Jenna Brooks

Hello Everyone! My name is Jenna Brooks and I am a current sophomore from Brunswick, Maine! I am so honored to be serving as the Class of 2024 Co-President. Here at Colby I am a Global Studies major with a minor in Women and Gender Studies. I am a member of our Colby Women’s Lacrosse Team, Colby Dancers, Meditation, and SGA. I really look forward to being able to engage with SGA and help make our experience here more enjoyable and equitable.

Co-President: Kimanie Brown

My name is Kimanie Brown (he/him/his) and I’m a proud member of the class of 2024! After leading my class as a class President last year, I’m elated to be back in this position again to foster change for our community! I’m a loving guy from Brooklyn and I enjoy singing and getting to meet new people! I’m a student-athlete on the football team, and I’m a declared Spanish major, so if you need help with your Spanish homework, feel free to let me know! As co-president, I plan to make this campus as inclusive as possible, for I want to continue advocating for underrepresented voices like those of black people and the lgbtqia+ community! My favorite food is a medium well cheeseburger with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado on a sesame seed bun. Not to mention, a side of french fries of any kind; I’m not picky. Lastly, I’m an optimist and I always keep a positive attitude and a smile on my face. And as always, say hi when you see me around! LETS GO MULES!!

Senator: Sarah Snyder

Hi Mules! My name is Sarah Snyder, and I am a newly elected Senator for the Class of 2024. I’m from Medford, MA and I am a Psychology and Economics major. Outside of SGA, I am the Treasurer for the newly restarted Colby Model U.N., an Oak Student Committee Member, and an avid player on the ultimate frisbee team. I am passionate about improving sustainability and inclusivity on campus, and I am excited to work with the other members of SGA this year!

Senator: Andrew Iferenta

My name is Andrew Iferenta. I am from Nassau, Bahamas, and am a Senator for SGA representing the Class of 2024. I am a member of the radio club WMHB and co-host a radio show. I am also a member of the Football Team. I love reading and listening to music of all genres. I play some guitar and piano and enjoy watching films and shows. My goal this year as a member of SGA is to hopefully make the lives of Colby Community better than I found it. I cannot wait for the exciting year ahead!

Senator: Brunda Katikireddy

Hi! My name is Brunda Katikireddy and I am from Durham, New Hampshire. I am a senator for the Class of 2024, and this will be my second year in this position! I am a Computer Science major, with a minor in Math. Outside of SGA, I lead our school’s chapter of e-NABLE, and am an admissions intern. I’m super excited to collaborate with everyone else on SGA to make this a great year for everyone at Colby!

Senator: Emily Marrinan

Hey everyone! My name is Emily Marrinan and I am from Stamford, CT. At Colby, I am part of the COOT program, CCAK, and lifeguard at the pool. I love to spend time outdoors, whether it is at the beach, hiking, or just studying on Miller lawn or at one of the picnic tables between Foss and Mary Low. I am double majoring in psychology and history, and hope to someday be a school counselor or child psychologist. Some fun facts about me are that my favorite animal is a moose and that my favorite time of year is winter. Go Mules!

Class of 2025

Co-President: Keegan Gleason

Hi! My name is Keegan Gleason and I am one of the Co-Presidents for the class of 2025. I am from a small town called Millbury located in central Massachusetts. Here on campus, I am on both the Cross Country and Track and Field teams and am planning to pursue a major in government. I am so excited to be a part of SGA and hope to begin enacting positive change. This year my major focuses will be fostering more cultural inclusivity, making housing more equitable and searching for even more ways that Colby can be sustainable. I am always looking for new ideas so please never hesitate to reach out and share your ideas! I want the voices of the class of 2025 to be heard!

Co-President: Bibatshu Thapa Chhetri

Hi everyone, I am Bibatshu, and I represent myself from a small valley between the mountains of Nepal. Just to address a small FAQ and also drop a fun fact about me: No, I haven’t climbed Everest yet. Some day, I do plan to summit it, though! (maybe JanPlan tour for Colby?). Before coming to Colby, I took a gap year, and during that time I had the opportunity to work with institutions like the US Embassy (Fulbright Commission) in Nepal, a British startup company what3words, and a UNESCO world heritage royal palace. At Colby, I plan to use these global experiences to create an amazing experience for all of us—the members of class of 2025 & beyond. There’s no better place than the SGA for this opportunity! I’m really excited to be your class president, and I will give my 100% to serve the students up to the belief that they had on me!!

Senator: Joshua Kaplan

Hello, Colby! My name is Josh Kaplan and I am a first-year Colby student (and first-time member of SGA). I grew up on Long Island, NY, but I’m ready to forget all about the people from there and focus on how to help you! My interests are vast- I am part of the varsity men’s tennis team and the jazz band here at Colby- and expanding, and I’m always on the lookout to make life more compact (to allow for said expanding). I am hoping to minimize day-to-day woes to help you make your life at Colby the one that you want it to be.

Senator: Eddy Wu

Hello friends! My name is Eddy Wu and I am from Weston Massachusetts! I am on the Bio Pre-med track and hopefully one day will become a trauma surgeon. Currently, I am on the Ultimate Frisbee team and have loved every second of it! On top of frisbee I have tried to attend as many community service events as possible at Colby. As a new SGA member, I will complete all my campaign promises and make sure that the student experience is what we all came here for. Additionally, I will listen with open ears to all issues impacting our class and act on them accordingly to the best of my ability.

Senator: Julia Walsh

Hey everyone! My name is Julia Walsh and I’m from Glastonbury, Connecticut. On campus I am involved in SGA as a 2025 class senator, the acapella group Mayflower Chill, and the college choir Collegium. I’m hoping to be a History major with a Classical Civ minor, but at the moment, I am chronically undecided. This year, I’m looking forward to working with the Class of 2025’s President’s Council and SGA on on-campus sustainability, water accessibility, and fostering community at Colby.

Senator: Laney Bagwell

Hi! My name is Laney Bagwell, and I’m a freshman class senator from Fort Worth, Texas. Outside of SGA, my interests include being a part of the women’s crew team, reading, and music. I’m really looking forward to making Colby a more efficient, inclusive, and safe campus this year. Go Mules!

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