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Give OnlineNathan '26
Majors: Political Science; Citizenship & Civic Engagement; and Law, Society, & Policy
Minor: Communication & Rhetorical Studies
Orange Trivia: Saw snow for the first time at Syracuse University!
“As a first-generation college student from Visalia, California—a highly underserved city—I never thought attending a university as great as Syracuse was possible.”
Describe your Syracuse experience.
My experience at Syracuse University has been full of opportunities. Syracuse has tons of opportunities to explore and participate in, and through these experiences, I have met some of my closest friends and built myself up academically and professionally.
How is Maxwell preparing you for your future career?
Maxwell has some of the most approachable faculty and professors I have ever met, which is one of the reasons I chose to attend Syracuse. The faculty and professors at Syracuse are highly accessible; through meeting with them, I have learned about their research, they helped me improve my resume, and they have connected me with alums who share similar interests with me. If it were not for Maxwell, I don’t believe I would be as confident as I am in my future.
What has been your favorite Syracuse experience so far?
One of my favorite experiences at Syracuse has to be the first snow of my first year. Coming from California, I had never seen snowfall before, and seeing it for the first time was magical. My friends and I immediately grabbed some of the food trays from the dining hall and some cardboard boxes and sled down Crouse Hill. To date, this is one of my favorite things to do when it snows in Syracuse.
How has donor generosity impacted your time at Syracuse (if applicable)?
Donor generosity has impacted me more than most other students at Syracuse University. As a Coronat Scholar, my tuition is covered by the University through the generosity of our donors. As a first-generation college student from Visalia, California– a highly underserved city– I never thought attending a university as great as Syracuse was possible. These donations have enabled me to attend Syracuse University, grow my knowledge and embrace being Orange!
Why do you think giving is important?
Giving is extremely important as it can allow students who may not have the opportunity to experience Syracuse and all it has to offer the chance to attend this fantastic University. Giving a little can change a lot in someone’s life, and I have seen firsthand how Syracuse University can change lives with these donations. Syracuse has changed my life with the Coronat Scholarship, and I hope many other people can have this same experience.
What does it mean to you to be Orange?
Being Orange means being a part of a community. The community spans from fellow students to the families of students, to alums, and anyone else who has love in their heart for Syracuse University. This community is reliable and is constantly finding ways to help each other and promote a better future. I will always carry the Orange spirit with me, and I hope everyone else will as well.