Check in with a Phin

Major: DDPN Nursing Program partnered with St. Joseph’s Hospital
Graduation Year: 2023
Hometown: Victor, NY
Position: Tour Guide

Why did you choose Le Moyne?
"I picked Le Moyne because of the people. When I was on my first tour so many people smiled, said hi and held the door open. Now, as a student I continue to see the ‘Phin Family’ around campus as I interact with peers and staff!"

Major: Accounting
Graduation Year: 2022
Hometown: Canastota, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What are you involved with on campus?
"Student Government Association; Ascent HR Club; Admissions; Orientation Committee; Retention Task Force; Academics, Relations, Policies, and Procedures Committee; Madden Accounting Students Board"

Fun Fact:
"I work at Starbucks!"

Major: Direct Entry Physician Assistant, 3+2
Graduation Year: 2022
Hometown: Verona, NY
Position: Tour Guide

How have you grown since becoming part of the ‘Phin family?
"I have grown so much since becoming part of the Phin family by breaking out of my shell and becoming outgoing. The people I have met here are amazing and push me everyday to be my best version of myself."

Say hi! coolicml@lemoyne.edu

Major: Communications
Minor: Film, Music
Graduation Year: 2021
Hometown: Fayetteville, NY
Position: Tour Guide

Why did you choose Le Moyne?
Le Moyne is a great school not only for its academics but for its fantastic community as well. When I was still searching for colleges, community was a big part of what I was looking for. I wanted a school where you could feel at home and both the teachers and your fellow students could become your friends and allies. I found this at Le Moyne. You get to meet a lot of people through many different activities and events that help to make the campus feel close knit. Just walking around campus you see people greeting each other and holding the door open for others. It is also very evident that the professors and staff want to help you succeed! Since coming to Le Moyne I have been able to come out of my shell and explore many interests and aspects of myself that I had not been able to before.

Fun Fact:
I am a huge geek and am into music, art, and have had an on-going Dungeons and Dragons group for the past few years.

Say hi! gardinja@lemoyne.edu

Major(s): Biology and Psychology Double Major in the Direct Entry 4+2 Physician Assistant Program
Graduation Year: 2023
Hometown: Syracuse, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What has been your favorite course so far and why?
My favorite class has been my COR: 100 course, entitled Bloodthirsty Revenge and Heroic Compassion in Ancient Greece and Beyond with Dr. Deborah Cromley. This class focused on Greek classics such as The Iliad. Dr. Cromley was absolutely phenomenal and there was such rich discussion in the class

Fun Fact:
I am a second generation Le Moyne student

Say hi! caseaj@lemoyne.edu

Major: English Literature (pursue a Masters in Teaching Certificate Gr. 1-6)
Minor: Ethics, Values, & Professional Life
Graduation Year: 2023
Hometown: Saratoga Springs, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What has been your favorite course so far and why?
My favorite course thus far in my college career has been Theology in a secular world. This course offered a look into the world of science and religion. We also looked at our place and purpose on earth and how we are entangled within the cosmos. This course opened my eyes to secularism and religion because we pondered some of the big "questions" (life after death, happiness, our consciousness etc...) Because of what this course had to offer it instilled in me that it is ok to ask the big questions because those types of questions drive our curiosity.

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berrydj@lemoyne.edu

Major: Biology
Minor: Chemistry
Graduation Year: 2022
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What has been your favorite course so far and why?
While I love science I have found that the classes outside of my field including religion, theology, and philosophy have taught me such important skills. I would say my favorite class has been "Theology in a Secular World."

Fun Fact:
I ran track in high school and I am on the Executive board of the Le Moyne Student Programming Board.

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shanahtb@lemoyne.edu

Major: Biology, Environmental Science Systems
Graduation Year: 2022
Hometown: Syracuse, NY (originally Manhattan)
Position: Tour Guide

How have your grown since becoming part of the Phin Family?
Being a part of the Phin family has helped me become more mature, independent, responsible and reliable. I have learned so many valuable life lessons from the Phins around that are beneficial not only to my career, but to my development as a person. The Phin family also has rejuvenated my faith in God, and helped me grow closer to Him by the day. Being around people like the students and faculty of Le Moyne gives you opportunities to challenge yourself to look at things from a different perspective, something that is crucial to the development of a sound mind. And I urge you to do the same: take these challenges head on, because sometimes; you strike gold in the most unexpected places! God Bless

Fun Fact:
I play the drum set and the piano!

Major: History
Graduation Year: 2022
Hometown: Syracuse, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What are you involved with on campus?
On campus I’m the president of the club rowing team and a member of the history academy.

Fun Fact:
I taught myself to say the alphabet backwards when I was 6

Major: Biology, 3+2 Direct Entry Physicians Assistant Program
Graduation Year: 2023
Hometown: Syracuse, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What are you involved in on campus?
Not only am I in the amazing Physician Assistant Program as a Biology major, I also participate in many extracurriculars outside of my busy class schedule! This year I am on the D2 cross country and track and field teams, however, last year I played club soccer and was also involved at the performing arts center. I sang in the Jazzuits, a selective vocal jazz group, and was in "The Black Rider", a fall musical we had here on campus. I am a cantor and sing in the choir for Joyful Noise, the music ministry group through Campus Ministry. You will also find me giving tours around campus to prospective students.

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cortezca@lemoyne.edu

Major: Political Science (Public Service Concentration)
Graduation Year: 2024
Hometown: Greenlawn, NY
Position: Tour Guide

Why did you choose Le Moyne?
I chose Le Moyne because I fell in love with the community and saw that it presented me with many opportunities to grow academically, professionally, and as a person. Everyone has been super friendly and supportive since day one which is one of the many reasons why becoming a phin was one of the best decisions I have ever made!
Fun Fact
I have reached 10k+ followers on Instagram for two different fan pages for two different Disney shows.

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tomjj@lemoyne.edu

Major: Psychology
Graduation Year: 2022
Hometown: Utica, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What are you involved in on campus?
On campus I am involved in the Dance Team, Le Moyne Student Dance Company, LSPB and Psychology Club
Fun Fact
I have a twin brother who also goes to Le Moyne!

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starsiim@lemoyne.edu

Major: Biochemistry, Pre-Med
Graduation Year: 2024
Hometown: Crofton, Maryland
Position: Tour Guide

Why did you choose Le Moyne?
I chose Le Moyne because every time I toured everyone was extremely friendly and it was incredibly easy to get in contact with students and staff at the school to ask questions.
Fun Fact
The floor of my dorm is always warm because I live above the electrical closet.

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buckwael@lemoyne.edu

Major: Biology and Psychology
Graduation Year: 2023
Hometown: Greenwich, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What are you involved in on campus?
When I got to Le Moyne, I decided I wanted to take advantage of every opportunity in front of me. I am a middle-distance/distance runner for Le Moyne’s division II cross country and track teams. Over the last couple semesters, I founded my own club - the Le Moyne Chronic Illness Awareness Club. I was inducted into our chapter of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society this fall. Aside from these, I am a member of the Student Athletic Advisory Committee, Making Herstory Club, Biology Club, Chemistry Club, Stempower, Physics Club, Diversability Club, Math Club, Dolphins4Humanity, Psychology Club, and Sports Marketing Club. I was also part of the debate team during spring semester and joined the cheer team this past fall!
Fun Fact
I am working on becoming an ADK 46er!

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snellom@lemoyne.edu

Major: Psychology
Graduation Year: 2024
Hometown: Parish, NY
Position: Tour Guide

How have your grown since becoming part of the Phin Family?
Being a part of the ‘phin family has encouraged me to leave behind the anxious thoughts of perfection. I now feel less pressure to be a certain way, and instead to stay true to myself. The energy and community at Le Moyne has let me see that.
Fun Fact
I can balance random things on my head oddly well.

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wrightar@lemoyne.edu

Major: Psychology, 4+2 Direct Entry Occupational Therapy
Minor: Dance
Graduation Year: 2025
Hometown: Port Byron, NY
Position: Tour Guide

What are you involved in on campus? I
am part of the Le Moyne Student Dance

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smithgrc@lemoyne.edu

Major: Psychology
Minor: Criminology
Graduation Year: 2024
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Position: Tour Guide

Why did you choose Le Moyne?
I chose Le Moyne because I wanted to have the "college experience" and have a place to call my second home, away from home. When touring Le Moyne, both on my own and on Accepted Students Day, Le Moyne greatly gave off this energy. Everyone was so friendly and helpful! I instantly saw myself at Le Moyne for the next four years.
Fun Fact
I won "Most Changed Since Freshman Year" as my high-school superlative in the yearbook!

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conwayce@lemoyne.edu

Major: Psychology, 4+2 Direct Entry Occupational Therapy
Graduation Year: 2025
Hometown: Rockaway Beach, NY
Position: Tour Guide

Why did you choose Le Moyne?
I chose Le Moyne for several reasons! First and foremost, from the moment I stepped foot on campus I felt that I was truly at home. Being that I have attended catholic school since the age of three, continuing my catholic education was very important to me, and at Le Moyne I am able to immerse myself in my faith and in the Jesuit tradition of Le Moyne. The sense of community at Le Moyne was so evident in every online and in person event, leading me to my home away from home!
Fun Fact
I’m a distant cousin of Bruce Springsteen!

Say hi!
carlinhp@lemoyne.edu