Renato Llontop Calosi (SFS’24)
Hometown: Lima, Peru
“My favorite thing about Georgetown is the vibrant community of classmates and professors that become everlasting friends. I chose Georgetown for three main reasons: The diversity of majors in the field of international relations in the School of Foreign Service; the presence of interreligious dialogue through Campus Ministry and the different services offered; and the need-blind admissions policy that opens the possibility of being a financial aid recipient.”
Jackson Mittleman (C’23)
Hometown: Newtown, Connecticut
“My favorite part of Georgetown is the people I’ve met here. Through classes and clubs I’ve been so lucky to have met amazing friends and make connections that will last far beyond my time on the Hilltop.”
Daelyn Waters (C’23)
Hometown: Bowie, Maryland
“When I chose to attend Georgetown back in 2019, I could not have possibly imagined the scope of my time and experiences here on the Hilltop. Today, I have come to love Georgetown for its wide array of academic, professional and personal pursuits that have afforded me the ability to gain life lessons and grow exponentially as an individual.”
Grace Hardymon (C‘25)
Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia
“I chose Georgetown after first falling in love with DC and then learning of the collaborative community that the university fosters. My favorite part of Georgetown is the little moments — from getting breakfast with friends after an early morning lecture and study sessions at the various coffee shops of Georgetown to cheering on the Hoyas at Capital One Arena!”
Harnoor Kaur Sachar (SFS’26)
Hometown: Bergen County, New Jersey
“I chose Georgetown because I wanted a community that would help me grow just as much as a person as it would as a student. Meeting unique people from all over the world and working with professors who teach beyond a ‘typical collegiate curriculum’ has been and will continue to be what makes Georgetown my favorite place to be.”
Bennie Chang (SFS’26)
Hometown: San Jose, California
“There is no city like Washington, DC — where Hoyas can explore the bustling capital by day and gobble up delicious Georgetown neighborhood treats by night. Whether it be personal flea markets, lively sports games or impassioned protests, something is always happening. Georgetown’s DC location also brings in world-renowned speakers and unrivaled professional opportunities — things you can find nowhere else.”
Ava Culoso (C’24)
Hometown: New York City, New York
“My favorite part about Georgetown is the supportive uplifting community. The students have varied interests and hobbies, but are all undoubtedly passionate about what they do. It is the students of different cultures, interests and passions that form the diverse community I am grateful to be a part of.”
Alara Karahan (SFS’24)
Hometown: Istanbul, Turkey
“I had a small world before Georgetown — before friends helped me become someone I can be proud of, before professors challenged my beliefs, before organizations like Georgetown Stories pushed me to discover everything this place has to offer. Thank you, Georgetown, for giving me a new world.”
Zehra Mirza (C’24)
Hometown: Ocean City, Maryland
“I chose Georgetown for its location and the people. Georgetown provides a unique opportunity to live in a small yet vibrant city while having its own enclosed space for our campus community. And with students from all over the world, I have had an incredible experience learning and being supported by such a diverse and collaborative student body.”
Alex Johnson (C’25)
Hometown: Evanston, Illinois
“My favorite part of Georgetown has been the people I’ve met! Everyone has wildly different backgrounds and stories, yet we’ve been able to connect, share experiences and develop valuable friendships.”
Christine Mauvais (SON’24)
Hometown: Orlando, Florida
“My favorite part of Georgetown is the community. I love that I’m surrounded by students who are so passionate about their interests. It’s inspiring to see, and it really motivates me to work harder for my dreams.”
Emma Rose Wooten (C’24)
Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee
“My favorite part of Georgetown is being surrounded by people who go after their interests with vigor. From my many professors who are renowned within their fields, to all the high-aspiration students who have become my closest friends, the community here constantly inspires and motivates me to build my pre-professional toolkit beyond the basic requirements.”
Ashley Jeong (C’26)
Hometown: East Rutherford, New Jersey
“My favorite part of Georgetown is the endless opportunities available for every student — knowing that there is a way for me to pursue any of my interests is liberating and motivates me to take advantage of everything Georgetown offers. Whether that be internships, research projects, community service or clubs, I know that there are open paths for me to truly use my time here for discovery and exploration.”
