transitional parts of life. My time at Connecticut College taught me how to listen closely, think deeply, and approach people with empathy and curiosity—skills that I’m excited to keep building as I begin my graduate program in mental health counseling at Merrimack College. I care a lot about creating spaces where people feel understood and not alone. I’m a strong listener, I show up consistently, and I genuinely want to help others make sense of their experiences. That’s what drives me, and it’s why I’m so committed to this path.