Members of incoming freshman class tell of reasons for choosing St. Anselm, expectations

The graduating class of 2014 will be the 121st group to receive degrees from St. Anselm College. Its members, who come from dozens of states, will provide the college with prowess in the classroom and on the field, offering talents and focuses that will add to the character of the college.The Crier sent an email to the Class of 2014 in order to ascertain its geographic and cultural landscape, as well as why its members chose St. Anselm, and what they hope to get out of their first year.

Why did you choose St. Anselm College?

Jane Hourgan-Zionsville, IN
"I chose Saint Anselm for its high reputation of its nursing program and because I have spent all my summers in New Hampshire, so I have a fondness for the New England area."

Amy Harrington-Weymouth, MA
"After watching my sister go through four amazing years at Saint Anselm, I knew it would be right for me too."

Thomas Snow-Southington, CT
"I chose St. Anselm College because of the opportunities presented by the presidential debates."

Katie Williams-Damariscotta, ME
"I chose St. Anselm because there seemed to be a focus on what we as citizens of the world can do to help make this a better place."

Vallerie Stein-Danville, NH
"Out of all the political science programs I saw, St. A's had the best."


What were your first opinions of the school?

Kevin Harris-Mystic, CT
"After visiting and having the summer advising session, I think that Saint Anselm will be a very hard school, but I am sure I will have fun there over the next 4 years."

Paige McGowan-Portland, ME
"My opinion of the college is that if you work hard, you will succeed."

Caleb Mason-North Stratford, NH
"The college is a fun and exciting challenge and worthy chapter to life."

Matthew Gunzelmann-Hampton, NH
"It's quaint, nurturing, and academically challenging."

Katie Williams-Damariscotta, ME
"The people that I have met seemed truly excited about what they were doing and wanted to make sure that every student felt welcome."

Ryan DeMar-Leominster, MA
"My first opinion of the school is that it's very relaxed and you got to love that."


What are you looking forward to in your first year at the college?

Rebekah Fedewa-Milton, MA
"I look forward to meeting new people who won't hold back my education. I know not everyone will want to go to class. But I do know that there will be more respect for professors and a more positive attitude."

Greg Bell-Liverpool, NY
"Make a lot of friends, get good grades, and have fun."

Elena Martinez-Pembroke, NH
"I'm really looking forward to studying Russian."

Grace Keating-Cumberland, RI
"Living on my own for the first time will be a challenge and a great adventure."

Zach Gregoric-Concord, MA
"I am really looking forward to competing on St. Anselm's Cross Country team. I have heard nothing but excellent things about our team, and cannot wait to run with them."

Katelin Brouillete-Hudson, NH
"I hope I am able to join some clubs and play some intramural sports while making friends, but most importantly, I hope I get to begin training to become a nurse.