Connect with a Current Student
Thinking about attending Thomas College? Contact our Admissions Office to meet a current student and hear about their experience first-hand!
Wondering what it’s actually like to be a Thomas College student? What better way to find out than chatting with a current student yourself. Learn more about some of our students and choose who you’d like to speak with, then send us a communication request below and we’ll put you in touch with them!
Natalie Berry
Class of 2028
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown, State, Country: Fryeburg, ME, USA
Academic Program/Major: Conservation Law Enforcement
Activities/Involvement: Criminal Justice Club, Campus Activities Board, Art Club
Natalie's Bio
I chose Thomas College because of the small community and the criminal justice program. My sister’s wife went here in the criminal justice program and loved it. I love all the events going on as well. I’m proud of how much I have grown since being at Thomas. I hope one day to work at a state or national park.
Ethan Corrigan
Class of 2029
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown, State, Country: Gorham, NH, USA
Academic Program/Major: Sports Management and Marketing
Activities/Involvement: Club Soccer, Club Basketball, and Leadership Academy
Ethan's Bio
I’m Ethan Corrigan. I’m a first year at Thomas college studying sports management and marketing. I participate in numerous on-campus activities like club soccer, club basketball, track & field, and leadership academy. I have 2 on-campus jobs. I chose Thomas because of its tight-knit community, it’s amazing 3+1 program, and all of the clubs and sports available. I will to graduate in 2029 with my masters degree and would like to get a job around basketball.
Amber Fortin
Class of 2027
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown, State, Country: New Gloucester, ME USA
Academic Program/Major: Business Administration
Activities/Involvement: Women’s Soccer, Special Olympics, SPT Club
Amber's Bio
Hi my name is Amber and I chose Thomas College because of the welcoming atmosphere, the programs offered, and the opportunity to continue my athletic career!
I am most proud of the person I am today and the people I choose to surround myself with that make me the happiest! With this, my favorite thing about Thomas is being able to spend as much time with my friends as I want!
Lauren Hodgkins
Class of 2029
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown, State, Country: Auburn, ME, USA
Academic Program/Major: Secondary Education- Social Studies/ Alternative Education Focus
Activities/Involvement: Student Ambassador, Dance Team Choreographer, Community Assistant
Lauren's Bio
I chose Thomas because I was really drawn to the education department and the trauma-informed learning. Something that I am most proud of was making the Presidents list the spring semester of my freshman year. In the future, I hope to become a Juvenile Detention Educator.
Lwandle Mkwanazi
Class of 2029
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown, State, Country: Johannesburg, South Africa
Academic Program/Major: Finance
Activities/Involvement: Club Soccer, Student Ambassador, Investment Society
Lwandle's Bio
I chose Thomas because of the close knit community, I also wanted to stay in New England and out of all the schools I saw Thomas as the best fit for me. The 3+1 program also played a significant role in my decision to coming to the school.
Thai Nguyen
Class of 2027
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown, State, Country: Raleigh, NC, USA
Academic Program/Major: Biology Pre-professional Concentration
Activities/Involvement: Varsity tennis, student ambassador, intramural volleyball.
Thai's Bio
I chose Thomas for the 3+1 program and the small community. I’m most proud of being able to graduate under 4 years. I hope to work in the health sector.
Vitor Povoa
Class of 2027
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown, State, Country: Brasília, DF, Brazil
Academic Program/Major: International Business
Activities/Involvement: Lead Student Ambassador, Admissions Front Desk, International Club
Vitor's Bio
I chose Thomas because of its business program and the opportunity to play sports at the college level, which were definitely two of the biggest reasons behind my decision. Since arriving at Thomas, I’ve grown both as a person and as a professional, made new friends, and experienced opportunities I once only dreamed about. I went from dreaming about being on television to competing on the statewide Greenlight Maine competition and winning an award.
Chris Rodriguez
Class of 2027
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown, State, Country: Kissimmee, FL, USA
Academic Program/Major: Criminology Homeland Security
Activities/Involvement: Baseball, Gym
Christopher's Bio
I choose Thomas college because of the home environment they provided and the opportunity they gave me to pursue both baseball and my career in criminology.
Maryam Shabbir
Class of 2028
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown, State, Country: Abbottabad, KPK, Pakistan
Academic Program/Major: Biology Pre-professional Concentration
Activities/Involvement: Student Ambassador, International club co-president and Garden sustainability club vice president.
Maryam's Bio
I chose Thomas because of its close-knit community, small class sizes, and supportive environment. I am grateful for the opportunities it has given me to grow both academically and personally.
Serafin Garcia Solari
Class of 2029
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown, State, Country: Panama City, Panama
Academic Program/Major: Business Administration
Activities/Involvement: Varsity Men’s Soccer, Student Ambassador
Serafin's Bio
I chose Thomas College because of the great community, the soccer team, and the advanced facilities. I’m most proud of Playing soccer in the NCAA and being able to study in the US. I am planning to build my own successful business in the future.
Mercedes Taungatua
Class of 2027
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown, State, Country: Prospect, ME, USA
Academic Program/Major: Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement, Minor in Management
Activities/Involvement: Women’s Track and Field, Student Senate, Community Assistant, Student Ambassador
Mercedes' Bio
I chose Thomas for the 3+1 program and the opportunity to participate in track and field at the collegiate level.