Transfer and Visiting

Student Counselors 2017/2018

Marisa Chib

Hometown: Palm Beach, Florida

Class: 2018

Previous School: UCLA - School of Theater, Film, & Television

Transferred : Junior (Fall 2016)

Concentration: Modern Culture & Media (Production) & Philosophy

Also Familiar With: Departmental Honors, Bruin Club & Campus

Resources, Greek Life, the Brown arts community, Internships

Interests: Academically, I'm interested in screenwriting and filmmaking

for scripted television and ethics within philosophy. My thesis film merges

both my areas of interest - I'd love to chat about it if you're interested!

Outside of the classroom, I'm involved with the Alpha Chi Omega

sorority, Brown Motion Pictures, Theater, Sketch Comedy, Brown Tour

Guides, and I'm a fashion designer for Fashion @ Brown. I also run my

own company, nonprofit, blog, and YouTube channel. Check out

Marisalogy online!

About me: Born and raised in sunny south Florida, you can find me at the

beach in the summer. You can't find me in the winter, because

hibernation. But seriously, I love books, conversations, and new friends.

I'm also a firm believer that a good cup of coffee can cure anything. If

you have any questions - or just want to talk! - please feel free to text,

email, or send a smoke signal. Looking forward to meeting all of you!

Eojin Choi Name: Eojin Choi

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Class: 2019

Previous School: Swarthmore College

Transferred: Sophomore (fall 2016)

Concentration: Neuroscience

Also Familiar With: Swearer Center, research, journalism, hospice

volunteer, tutoring

Interests: Besides neuroscience, I'm also interested in journalism, psy-

chology, public health, and more. In particular, I love writing about health

and science, especially about how cool the brain is. I've also recently

become interested in learning more about and improving end of life care

in the US. When I'm not studying for exams or writing papers in the

Rock, you can probably find me hanging out with friends in New Dorm,

watching Game of Thrones, Skyping my parents and three younger

siblings, or napping (my favorite -- it's good for your brain!!).

About me: While I'm from LA and Seoul, I prefer not to stay at home for

too long because I love to travel. During my gap year, I really loved going

to places like Mongolia, Uzbekistan, and Myanmar, and I met so many

amazing people along the way. It would be a dream to either study

abroad or take another gap year. Likewise, I'm so glad I decided to

transfer to Brown -- I've met so many wonderful people who are also

really weird (in the best way possible). Feel free to email/text/message

me if you have any questions or just want to chat! questions or just want

to talk!

Cashen Conroy Hometown: Wayland, MA

Class: 2019

Previous School: Colby College

Transferred: Sophomore (spring 2017)

Concentration: English, Nonfiction Writing Track

Also Familiar With: A cappella, Greek life, theater, Blognonian, Heforshe,

Study Abroad.

Interests: Academically, I'm interested in English -- I'm potentially looking

towards a career in journalism or law. In addition, I'm also really

interested in Environmental Studies and have spent time interning at

environmental nonprofits. Outside of the classroom, I like singing and acting. I

also love drawing, and I'm hoping to take a RISD class at some point!

About me: I transferred to Brown in the spring of 2017 after spending the fall in

Granada, Spain. At Brown, I'm the Assistant Business Manager of the Ursa

Minors a cappella group, a member of Kappa Delta Sorority, a writer for

Blognonian, one of Brown's online publications, and a member of Heforshe, a

feminist organization launched by Emma Watson (a Brown alum – woohoo!).

I've also acted with the Musical Forum through their Mini-Musical Festival,

which is made up of short, student-written musicals. I love to travel, write, read,

and listen to music (Great Good Fine Ok and The Naked and Famous are my

favorite bands). I also love Brown and talking about Brown, so feel free to

reach out with any questions at all – I would be more than happy to answer

them or (if I can’t) find someone who can!

Carla Dager Hometown: Guayaquil, Ecuador

Class: 2018

Previous School: Universidad San Francisco de Quito

Transferred: Fall 2015

Concentration: Economics

Also Familiar With: The Brown Daily Herald, Brown Language Society, Brown

Market Shares Program, Hispanic Studies Department, economics tutoring,

independent study projects, internship funding, TEDxBrownU

Interests: Academically, I am interested in development economics,

macroeconomic theory and political economy. I also love learning languages:

I speak Italian (although it’s a bit rusty), French and I am currently

learning Portuguese. Outside the classroom, you can find me organizing the

TEDxBrownU event, facilitating conversation groups for an intermediate

Spanish course and giving economics tutoring sessions.

About Me: I was born in Ecuador but moved to Peru and lived there during my

childhood (hence my love for Peruvian food). After returning to my hometown,

I didn’t move again until I went off to college in my country’s capital, Quito.

Because I transferred from a foreign school and had never been exposed to

the academic environment in the U.S., I was really nervous when I came to

Brown. However, my transition was much smoother than I had

expected, because as the Brown community is really nice and welcoming.

Transferring to this school is and will always be one of the best decisions I’ve

ever made! Feel free to email/Facebook me if I can be of any help or if you

just want to chat!

Mariana DeBare Name: Mariana DeBare

Hometown: Kingston, Rhode Island

Previous School: Elon University and Boston University

Transferred to Brown: Junior (Fall 2016)

Concentration: Evolutionary Biology and Ecology

Interests: Academically, I have a broad range of interests, from art to

biology, where I delve into both in and outside of the classroom. I am

involved with on campus research (ask me about snakes!), the

birding club, as well as Brown Motion Pictures. I also run my own

photography business! My transfer experience was relatively easy,

as Brown has so many clubs and classes to offer that fit with all

types!

About me: I am a Rhode Island native and love this tiny state, where I

would argue that we have the best oceans in the entire United

States! Outside of the classroom, I can usually be found taking

nature pictures, on a walk, or cycling (yes, for exercise!). Please feel

free to text, call, email, or Facebook me if you have any questions

regarding the transfer process or want to chat about anything else.

Allie Dolido Hometown: Upper Brookville, NY

Class: 2018

Previous School: Georgetown University

Transferred: Sophomore (Fall 2015)

Concentration: American Studies

Also familiar with: International Relations, pre-law, club sports and

undergraduate TA positions.

Interests: Academically, I am interested in international, economics,

politics, law, history and philosophy. Outside the classroom, you can find

me exploring Providence, bringing my friends to the newest coffee shop or

restaurant, enjoying the beautiful Aquatics Center, comparing Blue Room

muffins, or browsing at Books on the Square in Wayland Square. I am also

an avid dog lover, runner and very amateur dancer.

About me: having lived in the same small town in Long Island my whole

life, I am very passionate about exploring the world. I spend my summers

traveling and have worked in Switzerland and studied in Berlin.

Transferring was definitely a part of my desire to explore the world.

Having seen two colleges, I believe that I now have a better

understanding of myself and a really deep appreciation for all the

opportunities that I have been given both in and out of Brown. Now,

well-familiarized with Brown and the transfer process, I am so eager to chat

about Brown, transferring, or just life in general. I love to meet new

people—especially fellow transfers!

James Ford Hometown: San Francisco, CA

Class: 2018

Previous School: Cañada College

Transferred: Fall 2016

Concentration: Political Science

Also familiar with: Hispanic Studies, Public Policy, International Relations,

UTRAs and research on campus, internships in and around politics

Interests: Both in and outside the classroom, I love talking about international

politics and U.S. domestic policy. I am particularly interested in Latin

American politics and statistical analyses of how and why people organize and

vote. Outside of the classroom, I work for Rhode Island's governor, Gina

Raimondo, in the State House, swim and play water polo, and attend as many

concerts as I can. I love to write; currently I write for the Bruin Club blog, where

I head the Bear Necessities column. I am a professionally trained drummer and

love classic and modern rock music- let me know if you ever want to jam!

About me: I am a native San Franciscan and chose to come to Providence and

live in the snow (and the cold) for the first time because I fell in love with the

campus and because I wanted to push myself to try something new. In my free

time, I love to travel and have been to 30 U.S. states. I am also an avid hiker

and backpacker and try to spend as much time as I can in the woods of New

Hampshire. During summer 2017, I'll be studying abroad in Grenada, Spain,

and working on my Spanish, so if you ever want to practice your speaking

skills, let me know! I transferred to Brown in Fall 2016 and am very well-versed

in settling in on campus and getting involved in activities right after orientation.

My decision to transfer to Brown was undoubtedly one of the best I have ever

made. From the inspiring and welcoming people to the diverse extracurriculars,

Brown truly has it all, and I could not be happier with my choice to come to

Providence. Please feel free to send me a text, message me through

Facebook, or email me if you have any questions about transferring, want to

exchange Spotify playlists, or just want to chat!

Emily Greenberg Hometown: Cooperstown, NY.

Class: 2019

Previous School: Columbia University

Transferred: Sophomore (fall 2016)

Concentration: English and Education Studies

Also Familiar With: Career Lab, UTAP, Innovate Winter Break, special

interest housing, and taking a gap year.

Interests: Academically, I am an aspiring high school English teacher and I am

interested in rural and alternative forms of education. My dream is to start my

own school one day! Outside of the classroom, I tutor Providence students with

Brown SAT, do jobs coordinating at the Environmental Program House (my

favorite place on earth, come give us a visit!) and am a member of Project LETS.

Over winter break, I did Innovate Winter Break through CareerLab which

provided me the opportunity to intern at She’s the First in New York City to

promote girls education.

About me: This summer I will be working in Denver at Generation Teach as a

middle school English teacher for low-income students. Before coming to Brown,

I took a gap year and moved to the West Coast where I working at a tech startup

in San Francisco called Gusto. As much as I miss the year-round sunshine and

endless supply of silly Gusto sunglasses, I’m so happy to have come to Brown. I

can’t imagine finding such a well-rounded and rewarding college experience

anywhere else. In my not-so-free time, I love kitchen dance parties while making

vegan brownies, road tripping with friends, knitting ugly sweaters, and talking

about books. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or if

you just want to chat—I always love a good conversation!

Mariah Kenna

Hometown: Stormville, New York

Class: 2018

Previous School: Stanford University

Transferred: Sophomore Fall 2015

Concentration: Cognitive Neuroscience

Also Familiar With: CLPS Department, research, off-campus housing

Interests: Academically, I am fascinated by the human mind and brain. I am

very passionate about mental health, specifically anxiety, eating, and

depressive disorders. I am a strong advocate for mental and emotion well-

being and am always available to talk. In addition, I LOVE to read and write,

both creative and expository writing. Outside of the classroom, you can find

me watching reruns of Grey's Anatomy, How I Met Your Mother, and Friends,

free writing, jamming out to Queen Beyonce and Miley, singing in the shower,

going for a run, planning crazy trips, snapchatting way too often, obsessing

over Eli Manning and the Giants, and readingreadingreading. I love planning

everything from parties to trips abroad.

About me: Over the past two years, I have travelled to France, Spain, and Ire-

land. I speak Spanish in addition to English. Also, I love animals! Fun fact: I

went skydiving for my 18th birthday and would be very open to going again! =)

(also open to bungee jumping...just saying). If you ever want to chat for any

reason, I can be reached at 845-249-6240 or Mariah_Kenna@brown.edu.

Feel free to call, text, email, or Facebook me whenever! participant in these

activities! I would love to answer any questions you may have about Brown or

the transfer process, so please feel free to reach out!!

Sarah Mitty Hometown: Wayland, MA

Class: 2018

Previous School: Washington University in St. Louis

Transferred: Sophomore (Spring 2016)

Concentration: Psychology

Also familiar with: research, studying abroad, mental health on campus,

figure skating, birthright.

Interests: I am studying psychology and also enjoy taking writing and

philosophy classes. I'm really passionate about mental health and I'm a

part of Active Minds (which is a mental health advocacy group on campus).

About me: You can usually find me at the skating rink falling on my face, or

eating five cheese pasta at Al Forno (hit me up for restaurant

recommendations). Honestly, thinking about food occupies at least 50% of

my time. I studied abroad in Edinburgh the fall before I transferred, which

was one of the best experiences I've ever had. If you have any questions

about studying abroad, I would be MORE than happy to talk to you about it

(but be warned once you get me going I may never stop). After over a year

at Brown, I can confidently say that transferring was the best thing I've ever

done. I hope I can help you have a smooth transition to this amazing place.

Please feel free to call, text, Facebook chat, etc. if you want to talk!

Melissa Morrissey Hometown: Native Rhode Islander

Class: 2017.5

Previous School: Providence College

Transferred: Fall 2015

Concentration: Applied Math-Economics

Also Familiar With: research (ICERM), undergraduate TA position, MAPS

mentorship program, SIAM, AWM, WIB, FLAME conference, shopping

an unmanageable number of courses.

Interests: Academically, I love the Applied Math Department at Brown

University, and in particular the joint Applied Math-Economics program. I

transferred with the intent of studying applied mathematics, but I am

fortunate enough to stay another semester to incorporate economics into

my studies as well. I am passionate about utilizing the open curriculum at

Brown, which has allowed me to explore classes outside of my

concentration (like political science for example). I also enjoy music, art

and Greek folk dancing!

About me: As native Rhode Islander, I am more than happy to show you

around outside of College Hill. Having transferred to Brown at the

beginning of my junior year, I am well familiarized with the junior transfer

process, and I am able to answer the unique questions that junior

transfers have as compared to sophomore transfers. The opportunities to

learn at Brown are endless and it is never too late to try something new.

Please reach out with any questions about transferring or if you just want

to chat about anything at all. Welcome to Brown and congratulations!

Betsy Roy Hometown: Los Angeles

Class: 2019

Previous School: The University of Edinburgh (Scotland)

Transferred: Sophomore Spring 2017

Concentration: Literary Arts and Modern Culture and Media

Also Familiar With: Brown Motion Pictures, Environmental Program

Houses, WBRU Media, Reel Features, Brown University Film Forum

Interests: Academically I'm interested in creative writing, visual arts and film

production. Basically I want to write and illustrate children's books. And

write films, or TV shows, or really anything. At Brown I've gotten to work on

films through Brown Motion Pictures and create my own films with Reel

Features. You can usually find me cooking at one of the Environmental

Program houses or watching 30 Rock - or both!

About Me: I was born and raised in Los Angeles; technically Pasadena -

home to CalTech and the Rose Parade (which, if you didn't guess, is a

parade where all the floats are made of roses!). I transferred from the

University of Edinburgh. So if you have any questions about transferring

from abroad or about haggis, let me know! I also have experience living in

a program house - the Environmental Science and vegan/vegetarian one.

And even though I'm not an environmental science concentrator, or a

vegan, it's been a great experience! I'm a fan of coffee, cheesy music and

dance parties. I love Brown and would l love to hear from you! Please don't

hesitate to reach out through phone/text, email, or any other way!

Zoe Zacharopoulos Hometown: Scottsdale, AZ

Class: 2019

Previous School: Barrett the Honors College, Arizona State University

Transferred: Sophomore (Spring 2017)

Concentration: Political Science and Modern Culture and Media

Interests: Academically, I am interested in Political Science, Economics,

and Media. I initially started off college as a Psychology Major to study

how the brain interprets social phenomena and how it reacts to political

and media structures, but soon enough I realized that Political Science

and Media were my two main concerns. Outside of the classroom, I am

usually exploring Providence restaurants, watching really bad teen TV

shows on Netflix, or complaining about how I am lactose intolerant. Other

than that, I am probably at the Rock (library) with three sweaters on

because it's cold in there.

About me: Originally from in New York City, my family decided to move

to Greece and then Saudi Arabia. After Saudi, we moved to California

and then Arizona, so I can say that I am pretty much from everywhere.

As you can probably guess by my last name, I am 100% Greek, which is

a good thing because I can introduce everyone to some great food! I

transferred to Brown in the spring of 2017 from Arizona State and I love it

here. Coming from such a big school was a scary transition, but I am so

glad I took the plunge. I cannot wait to welcome everyone to campus and

get to know all about you. Please reach out to me if you have any

questions about coming to Brown, or if you just want to talk!