Ask a Student
Claire Crawford '27 (she/her)
Hometown: Seattle, WA
Major/Minor: Classics major and Mathematics minor
Bowdoin activities: Club Ultimate Frisbee, writer for the Bowdoin Review, WBOR (student radio), and working at the Arctic Museum, Tour guide
Why Bowdoin? Bowdoin stood out to me during my college application process as an institution that prioritizes teaching in a meaningful way. What I heard and what has held true during my time at Bowdoin is that professors here prioritize the quality of their teaching and are very interested in getting to know their students. Also, I have been so impressed by the strong sense of community at Bowdoin and all the amazing people I have met here!
Franceska Drejaj '27 (she/her)
Hometown: Brewster, NY
Major/Minor: Education and Government and Legal Studies/English
Bowdoin activities: Mock Trial, Model UN, Quizbowl, QuestBridge Scholars Network, Catholic Students Union, Korean Students Association, Choir & A Capella, Theatre
Why Bowdoin? I truly believe that no other institution prioritizes the success of its students like Bowdoin. The combination of abundant resources and the comfort within community to use those resources is exactly what makes Bowdoin so special to me and why I chose to attend.
Camila Eljuri '27 (she/her)
Hometown: Cuenca, Ecuador
Major/Minor: Government & Legal Studies and Philosophy Double Major
Bowdoin activities: Rowing, Peucinian Society (Literary Society), Model of United Nations, Bowdoin Student Government, College House Committee Leader, Library Student Worker, Tour Guide
Why Bowdoin? Having not visited any of the colleges on my list, I chose Bowdoin on a gut feeling. I liked many things about this place: the small class sizes, the adventures of the Outing Club, the intellectual passion, and the welcoming and renowned faculty, but I couldn't pinpoint exactly what made it so homey. A year later, I realized it mainly came down to shared values: the common good, the multifaceted, the conscientious. I wanted to get an education not only for myself but for those in my community as well. Bowdoin's founding principle of the Common Good is precisely that, and I've found that this place has provided me with the resources to seek it.
Alex Gouthro '26 (he/him)
Hometown: Abington, MA
Major/Minor: Mathematics, Music
Bowdoin activities: Bowdoin Symphony Orchestra, Tour Guide, Student Admissions Volunteer Organization, Sexuality, Women, and Gender Center
Why Bowdoin? As a first-generation student from a small town, I wanted to come to a school that had a strong sense of community that would also allow me to explore many different academic opportunities, coming in completely undecided on my major. The moment I stepped foot on Bowdoin's campus, I instantly felt a strong sense of a diverse community in which anyone could fit in, and Bowdoin's flexible distribution areas as opposed to required classes sealed the deal for me.
Anya Juneja '27 (they/them)
Hometown: New York, NY
Major/Minor: Prospective Psychology major, pre-med track
Bowdoin activities: Bear Tones A Capella Group, Masque and Gown Student Theater Group, Quantitative Tutor, Swing Dance, Bear Buddies
Why Bowdoin? Bowdoin students always talk about the kindness of the Bowdoin community, and it really is true. I met a Bowdoin student on a flight the summer before my first year at Bowdoin, and she made such an effort to befriend me as I transitioned to college and we have remained close to this day. She really shows how Bowdoin students are so welcoming.
Maja Keatley '27 (she/her)
Hometown: Pasadena, CA
Major/Minor: Prospective Economics and Math major with a Biology minor
Bowdoin activities: Track and Field team, photographer for the orient, RA for reslife, Faculty commission member
Why Bowdoin? Bowdoin’s enthusiasm for understanding and getting to know people goes far beyond the famous Bowdoin Hello, and that necessity for connection is what first drew me to Bowdoin and is also what keeps me beyond pleased that I chose to attend. Everyday on this campus, I am reminded just how lucky I am to be surrounded by the people at this school. Whether through a short 5-minute conversation with someone from class, a long walk and talk with a friend, or simply a smile and wave from someone I have yet to truly meet, I feel the welcoming warmth of connection. These vital relationships go beyond the friends and peers I have on campus. I also find the same enthusiasm within my professors who often ask everyone about their day, where they come from, or exciting plans for the future weekend. I am forever grateful for the connection I feel on this campus, and it is why I chose Bowdoin.
Richard Lim '27 (he/him)
Hometown: Singapore
Major/Minor: Computer Science and Math major, Psychology minor
Bowdoin activities: RA for ResLife, Quiz Bowl, psychology research at the lexicon lab, ping pong club, Chinese students association
Why Bowdoin? When applying to college, I really liked the interdisciplinary nature of the liberal arts experience, and how I get to engage deeply with multiple disciplines and have each discipline inspire work in another. Now that I am here, I would say that the people are the best part about Bowdoin. The people here are impressive but humble, appreciative of others' perspectives, and deeply empathetic.
Zack Marchese '25 (he/him)
Hometown: Northborough, MA
Major/Minor: Economics Major, Mathematics Minor
Bowdoin activities: Co-President, Bowdoin Finance Society. Senior Class Agent. Tour Guide. Senior Interviewer. Lived in Baxter House. Catholic Student Union Member. Sophomore Bootcamp Finance Coach. Varsity Men's Track & Field (2021-2024).
Why Bowdoin? Bowdoin is extremely well-rounded. I am constantly reminded that Bowdoin cares about helping us grow as people, in addition guiding our academic journey. From the classroom experience, to housing, dining, the career center, extracurricular activities, and everything in-between, I saw myself developing into the best version of myself at Bowdoin. I am pleased to say as a senior, I believe Bowdoin remains steadfast in its commitment to an unmatched 4-year college experience.