Academic Year: Senior

Major(s): Finance

Minor(s): CIS

Hometown: Hopedale, MA

Campus Involvement: Men’s Lacrosse

Professional/Internship Experience: Wealth Management Intern @ Bay Colony Advisors (2020), Account Management Intern @ WT Phelan Insurance (2021), Risk & Financial Advisory Intern @ Deloitte (2022)

Why did you pick your major?

I was interested in possibly doing finance throughout high school as a member of DECA, and there’s so much variety in what you can do with a background in Finance.

What is your favorite class you have taken at Bentley so far?

FI347 – Financial Modeling with Professor Siy

What have you enjoyed most at Bentley so far?

I love getting to be a part of a small community-like campus.

Why did you decide to become a Peer Advisor?

To help other students have an easier time building their own academic path around their goals/interests.

What advice do you have for other students at Bentley?

Get involved in something and don’t be afraid to reach out to new people.

Academic Year: Senior

Major(s): Business Economics (Law Concentration)

Minor(s): Ethics and Compliance

Hometown: Miami, Florida

Campus Involvement: Caribbean Ancestry Student Association, Africana Student Association, Undergraduate Admissions’ Student Advisory Board, National Association of Black Accountants

Professional/Internship Experience: Legal, Risk and Compliance Intern @ Fidelity Investments

Why did you pick your major?

I have always wanted to be a lawyer as my late grandfather was one of the most respected judges in Trou du Nord, Haiti. In my senior year of high, I took an economics class, and it was very interesting. It was a perfect combination of math and learning about human behavior. When I came to Bentley, it was very surprising that there existed a major that combined the two subjects that I enjoyed learning about the most.

What is your favorite class you have taken at Bentley so far?

My Favorite class I have taken at Bentley thus far is Human Resources Law with Professor Kiana Pierre-Louis. Although it was quite difficult to choose just one as I have taken many of her classes, her Human Resources class was very enlightening. Through this class, I learned the various rights I have in the workplace and how to utilize the protections that are in place for employees.

What have you enjoyed most at Bentley so far? 

I enjoy the club meetings and events thrown by the various student-led organizations on campus.

Why did you decide to become a Peer Advisor?

Being advisor allows me to connect with students in a way that is very relatable. I know how it feels to question your whole future based an inability to adhere to a plan prepared in advance. As an advisor, I am able to assist in organizing a student’s plan so they can succeed at recognizing and accomplishing their goals.

What advice do you have for other students at Bentley?

College is an investment, and it is very crucial that you take full advantage of it as it may be a crucial key to assuming the career you aspire to have. Academics are very important, but it is just as important to be active socially on campus in order to build lasting relationships and professional connections.

Academic Year: Junior

Major(s): Management (HR concentration) & LSM (diversity and society)

Minor(s): Law

Hometown: Hellertown, PA

Campus Involvement: Bookseller at bookstore, SCA, Greek life, honors program

Professional/Internship Experience: Presales enablement intern at UKG (summer 2022)

Why did you pick your major?

I really enjoyed GB215 and decided to pursue the HR concentration because I like to help others

What is your favorite class you have taken at Bentley so far?

LA107

What have you enjoyed most at Bentley so far?

Making new friends and making an impact on the Bentley community

Why did you decide to become a Peer Advisor?

I really enjoy being able to assist others and help people make the best decisions for themselves

What advice do you have for other students at Bentley?

Remember to have fun and pursue things that you enjoy

Academic Year: Junior

Major(s): Finance

Minor(s): Politics, Operations and Supply Chain Management

Hometown: Wilmington, MA

Campus Involvement: SGA, Italian Society, AEPi, BSIG

Professional/Internship Experience: Investment Services at Putnam Investments

Why did you pick your major?

My dad taught me about the stock market at 11 and I’ve loved learning more about investing ever since!

What is your favorite class you have taken at Bentley so far?

GLS 333, Politics Through Film

What have you enjoyed most at Bentley so far?

Expanding my network and meeting others from different backgrounds

Why did you decide to become a Peer Advisor?

I enjoy helping others and found myself often helping my close friends out with their long-range academic planning. I want to bring my willingness to help others and knowledge into this office!

What advice do you have for other students at Bentley? The experience you have here is completely decided by you. The more you get involved, reach out, and take pride in your work, the more you’ll get out of you time here at Bentley!

Any additional information you’d like to add: If you run into academic issues, know that it all works out in the end, and you have an amazing support network of advisors to help and walk you through your own journey.

Academic Year: Senior

Major(s): Computer Information Systems

Minor(s): Finance

Hometown: Fairfield, CT

Campus Involvement: Habitat for Humanity, Bentley Hillel, Alpha Phi Omega

Professional/Internship Experience: This summer: Technology & Data LDP Intern at The Hartford Insurance, Last summer: Data Analytics Intern at Sweep (Dublin, Ireland)

Why did you pick your major?

I chose CIS because I wanted to combine business and technology skills to work in an IT-based environment. I also enjoy working with databases and SQL which I have had the opportunity to do the past two summers.  

What is your favorite class you have taken at Bentley so far?

CS 360 – Business Systems & Analysis

What have you enjoyed most at Bentley so far?

At Bentley, I appreciate the small class sizes and project-based nature of most classes, as well as the connections I’ve made with professors. I also enjoy the clubs and organizations I am apart of because they bring a great sense of community to Bentley.

Why did you decide to become a Peer Advisor?

I became a peer advisor because I wanted to support fellow students with their courses, registration, and other academic questions/concerns, just like previous advisors did for me for 3 years. I’ve had a great experience with everyone the Academic Advising office and wanted to be a part of the team!

What advice do you have for other students at Bentley?

Don’t be afraid to change your major or take classes out of your comfort zone – experiment with subjects and different areas and find what you are passionate about! I changed my major three times before finding my place in CIS.

Academic Year: Senior

Major(s): Human Resources Management

Minor(s): Psychology & Gender Studies

Hometown: Stamford, CT

Campus Involvement: Resident Assistant for Blueprint Leadership Community (Slade), Program Manager for BSLCE, Women’s Leadership Program