Meet Our Student Ambassadors
Who better to hear from about The Clarkson School than our own students? Take a look at our TCS ambassadors below, and let us know if you'd like to get in touch with any of them to start a conversation about your future at TCS.
Jordan Summerfield
Hometown: Framingham, MA
Studying: Majoring in Psychology, Minoring in Human Resource Management and Business Administration
Involved in: TCS Student Worker, Peer Educator, Clarkson University Student Association (CUSA),
Clarkson Association of Psychology Students (CAPS), Member of the Honors Program
Why did you enroll in TCS?
I enrolled in TCS for the opportunity to kickstart my college education along with the opportunity to grow both personally and academically
What do you love most about TCS?
The Clarkson School is such a unique program that is rare to find. It is such a devoted community of like-minded individuals with ample support available as you navigate your first year of college!
What kind of student would you recommend TCS to?
I would recommend TCS to students who are academically motivated and are comfortable going beyond their comfort zone in challenging themselves.
Tyler Cady
Hometown: Burlington, VT
Studying: Computer Science
Involved in: CU Outing Club, Clarkson Underwater Robotics, Ski Club
Why did you enroll in TCS?
I enrolled in The Clarkson School because I saw it as a way to get moving. High School felt stagnate and I was out of things to do there and the Clarkson School felt like a good opportunity. Additionally, I am a really massive fan of Clarkson hockey and I wanted to go to the games.
What do you love most about TCS?
My favorite part of the TCS experience was getting to find new challenges academically and socially while being supported and welcomed by the TCS staff.
What kind of student would you recommend TCS to?
Bold and self-directed people interested in radical personal growth.
Carly LaBow
Hometown: LaFargeville, NY
Studying: Majoring in Business Administration, Minoring in Human Resource Management and Communications
Involved in: TCS ambassador, Peer Educator, CU Impact Coordinator
Why did you enroll in TCS?
I joined TCS for the opportunity to start college early and to challenge myself academically.
What do you love most about TCS?
I love the environment of The Clarkson School. It is such a close community with a rewarding support system and other driven students!
What kind of student would you recommend TCS to?
I would recommend students who are brightly motivated and ready for a change of pace outside of the high school classroom.
Jenna Bonomo
Hometown: Clinton, NY
Studying: Financial Information & Analysis and minoring in Law
Involved in: Clarkson Club Television and Clarkson Union Board
Why did you enroll in TCS?
I wanted to get a head start on my college degree.
What do you love most about TCS?
The people here at Clarkson because they are so helpful and want what's best for you.
What kind of student would you recommend TCS to?
Someone who's up for a challenge academically.
Luke Hayden
Hometown: Brewerton, NY
Studying: Chemical/Biomolecular Engineering
Involved in: Jazz Ensemble, American Chemical Society, The Honors Program
Why did you enroll in TCS?
The Clarkson School was my best option to pursue my interests and I wanted a new environment.
What do you love most about TCS?
The new challenges offered by The Clarkson School and the opportunity to meet new people.
What kind of student would you recommend TCS to?
Enthusiastic, open-minded individuals with a desire to learn.
Johannes Richter
Hometown: Potsdam, NY
Studying: Business Administration
Involved in: High Dive Club, The CU Pantry
Why did you enroll in TCS?
I enrolled in TCS because I felt that I was no longer being academically challenged at my high school and also wanted to be in a more mature environment away from the drama that usually comes with being in high school.
What do you love most about TCS?
What I love most about TCS is how supportive the staff is when it comes to our success. The TCS staff is always making sure that we have the necessary resources at our disposal whenever we need but they also ensure that we maintain a level of independence when using these resources to help prepare us for college after TCS.
What kind of student would you recommend TCS to?
I would recommend students who are relatively self-motivated and enjoy being challenged academically but also students who are able to maintain a level of independence as most of our students at TCS live on campus away from their parents or guardians.
Sarah Jane Gascoyne
Hometown: Niskayuna, NY
Studying: Psychology
Involved in: Clarkson Association of Psychology Students (CAPS), Psi Chi
Why did you enroll in TCS?
I wanted more of a challenge than I was getting at my high school and I was looking for a collaborative environment instead of a highly competitive environment.
What do you love most about TCS?
I really loved the close knit environment of The Clarkson School and being surrounded by other like-minded students.
What kind of student would you recommend TCS to?
Anyone who is highly motivated and wants to push themselves out of their comfort zone. It's really one of the most rewarding things you can do.