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Maddie Zech

FYS Class:

Class of: 2024

Major/Minor: History Major Human Rights and Genocide Studies Minor

Resident/Commuter: Resident

Favorite Class: My favorite class is Holocaust and Media because it is my first history class that is geared towards my future career. I love my professor and will be taking future courses with him.

Favorite Place on Campus: The library is my favorite place on campus because I complete all of my work in the comfort of the study rooms.

Clubs/organizations: I am most involved in Leaders in Service as it propelled me to take part in the Alternative Break trip. I have become very close with my advisors and peers. We participated in community service trips and advocate for the better within the community.

Future Plans: I will be studying abroad this summer in Berlin, Germany. Next summer I hope to get an internship at the United States Holocaust Museum or the United Nations Holocaust sector. Post graduation I will continue my graduate degree at Ramapo College.

Favorite Inspirational Quote: “Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson

Advice for First-Year Students: It is very important to get involved because that is where you find your closest friends to share your college experiences with.

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