Class of 2027
Matthew Francoeur ‘27, Exploratory (ACES), from Norwalk High School in Norwalk, CT was a National Merit Semifinalist. While at Norwalk, he was involved in volunteer work with the school's National Honors Society, was a section leader violinist, and was a member of the track team. Matthew achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He hopes to pursue other volunteer efforts with the Music Mentors Club at UConn and also be involved in research in material science and chemistry to apply his academic interests to practical applications. | |
Aditi Malpure ’27, Molecular and Cell Biology, (CLAS) from South Windsor High School in South Windsor, CT. Aditi is excited to be a part of UConn Nation with its diverse and supporting community. She is also grateful to be a part of the Specialized Program in Medicine at UConn. At UConn she hopes to get involved with Huskython, a dance team, Hindu Students Organization, and Care Cakes. Her goal is to become a pediatrician and study abroad and she is grateful for the Stamps scholarship and the assets it will provide in achieving her goals. She has completed research in Molecular and Cellular Biology in the past and is hoping to continue exploring new areas of research. | |
Thatcher Slocum, '27, Materials Science and Engineering (UENGR), attended Conard High School in West Hartford, CT. During high school, he was co-captain of Conard’s Math Team and Science Olympiad club, a volunteer peer mentor and trumpet tutor at a local elementary school, and an intern at the Jackson Laboratory. At UConn, he plans on pursuing an additional degree in French and intends to research materials for sustainable applications. He plans on using his Stamps enrichment fund to research sustainable materials and to study abroad. Outside of academics, Thatcher enjoys hiking, birdwatching, reading, and spending time with friends and family. |
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Olivia Crawford ’24 graduated from Ledyard High School in Ledyard, CT, where she participated in varsity soccer and track and was a national representative for New London County 4H camp. She is currently a Physiology and Neurobiology major contemplating a minor in neuroscience. With this, I hope to go to Physician Assistant school to specialize either in dermatology or neurology. With the Stamps enrichment award, she hopes to be able to study abroad. | |
Jasmine Johnson ‘24 graduated from Hamden Hall Country Day School, Hamden, CT, and was active in her school’s theatre program and held leadership positions in clubs like Multicultural Student Interest (MSI) and her school’s chapter of Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honors Society. Jasmine is a mechanical engineering major whose future career plans currently consist of her pursuing the creation of prosthetics and maybe other medical devices. She hopes to use her scholarship money to study abroad to learn how other countries approach engineering. In her time at UConn, she hopes to cheer on the basketball teams in Gampel and conquer the climbing wall in the Rec Center. | |
Quinn McAndrew '24 graduated from Newtown High School, Sandy Hook, CT, and was captain of NHS Science Bowl and a tournament organizer in the northeast region. Quinn is a computer science major with additional interests in mathematics, politics, and writing. Quinn hopes to concentrate in software design and participate in research on campus. In their free time, Quinn likes to read and listen to music.
Update as of fall 2023: While studying at UConn, Quinn has completed minors in Mathematics and Political Science. They work as a teaching assistant in the computer science department, and also work as a part-time software engineer at Eversource. On campus, Quinn likes to play pick-up volleyball and is a member of UConn's Gaelic Athletics team. After graduating, Quinn hopes to work as a software developer and potentially go to law school. |
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Peter Spinelli ’24 is pursuing a dual degree in Business Management and Communication at the University of Connecticut where he also serves as a Senator within the Undergraduate Student Government. Peter is an avid runner and music fanatic with hopes of studying abroad in Europe and pursuing a career in film, television, and media. |
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Thomas Alvarez ’23 graduated from Trinity Catholic High School, Stamford, CT, active in the Crusader Players Theatre Club and a cross country runner. Thomas is an English major who is still deciding his future career plans, currently choosing between a career in academia and a potential interest in law. He is an avid Ultimate Frisbee player, a Scouter, and a theater fanatic with plans to spend a semester abroad in London. | |
Sean Murphy ’23 graduated New Milford High School, varsity soccer player, Simply Smiles volunteer and ELL program coordinator at his high school. He is a psychology major contemplating a second individualized major in philosophy and religion. Sean would like to pursue a doctorate in theology and eventually teach at a university. He hopes to use his scholarship money to study abroad in Greece. He is also an avid soccer fan and enjoys creative writing. | |
Shreya Patel ’23 graduated from Mark T Sheehan High School in Wallingford, CT, Vice-President of the Student Council, varsity tennis, cross country team and junior varsity soccer player. Shreya would like to earn a BS in Physiology & Neurobiology and, eventually, attend medical school to become a neurosurgeon or cardiothoracic surgeon. A soccer and tennis enthusiast, Shreya also loves to play violin in her spare time. | |
Elisa Shaholli ’23 graduated Wolcott High School, Book Bandits (WHS Book Club) founder and president, public library volunteer, varsity lacrosse player & Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation volunteer. Elisa would like to either pursue a career in academia or the public health sector. Recently selected as a Critical Language Scholarship recipient to study Turkish, in her free time, she loves scouring Homer Babbidge library, reading about Turkish history, and going to festivals and shows. |
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