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Nicola Soliday

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Bio

I am a driven and service-oriented student at Quinnipiac University, pursuing studies in legal studies and sports management. I have been working since the age of 12, developing a strong work ethic, independence, and the ability to balance multiple responsibilities. Growing up in a single-parent household, I was inspired by my mother’s dedication to nonprofit work, which shaped my commitment to service and community impact. In seventh grade, after noticing classmates being bullied for wearing worn clothing, I took initiative and applied for a community service grant to create a solution. With that funding, I founded the Clothing Closet, a confidential program that provides students with access to new and gently used clothing. In its first year, the program collected over 3,500 items and has continued to grow annually, helping hundreds of students and their families. Through grants and partnerships, I have raised over $5,000 to sustain and expand the initiative. In addition, I have gained leadership experience in athletics as a Division I ice hockey manager, strengthening my communication, organization, and leadership skills. My commitment to service was recognized with the Altruism Award, given to one student in my graduating class. I am passionate about using my career in the sports industry to create meaningful impact and advocate for communities in need.

Education

Quinnipiac University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
  • Minors:
    • Legal Professions and Studies, Other

Annville Cleona High School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
    • Social Work
    • Legal Professions and Studies, Other
    • Criminology
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Sports

    • Dream career goals:

      Working with a professional ice hockey team

    • Manager, Men's and Women's Ice Hockey

      Quinnipiac University
      2024 – Present2 years
    • Shift Leader

      Playa Bowls
      2024 – Present2 years
    • Executive Assistant to the GM

      Hershey Cubs Hockey Club
      2021 – 20243 years

    Sports

    Track & Field

    Varsity
    2020 – 20244 years

    Field Hockey

    Varsity
    2020 – 20244 years

    Awards

    • Sportsmanship

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Varsity Baseball and Wrestling Teams — Team Manager
      2020 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      Youth Field Hockey and Youth Track and Field — Coach / Mentor
      2019 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      Clothing Closet — Founder and Operator
      2021 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program — The raiser
      2023 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy