Student Profiles

Ben Sharff '20 is one of the founders of 6FTCloser
In our new normal, Ben Sharf is wrapping up his senior thesis for his final year at Colgate through distance learning in quarantine, in addition to building the nonprofit organization 6FTCloser.
April 17, 2020
Chapel spire flanked by fall foliage
On November 8, Colgate University joined in a nationwide celebration of first-generation college students. Anthony Wright ’20, Diana Flores ’20, and Arturo Max Longoria ’21 are among those community members who are the first in their families to attend college.
December 10, 2019
Mayzie Potton '22 describes how she spent her summer leading storytelling workshops in Kenai, Alaska, and eSwatini, Africa.
September 19, 2019
Keara Greene '20 in front of Schupf Studio Arts Center
Psychology major Keara Greene ’20, from Halifax, Mass. describes her summer research combining environmental studies and art.
August 13, 2019
Chris Burke '21 at the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Political science and peace and conflict studies double major Chris Burke ’21, from Wellesley, Mass. describes his research in Prague as a Stone Fellow with the Center for Freedom and Civilization. 
August 7, 2019
Brighenti sits at computer screen
Computer science major Caio Rodrigues Faria Brighenti ’20, from São Paulo, Brazil, is conducting research on fake news, or intentionally misleading information.
July 29, 2019
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