The thing that I love most about Helena is the beautiful landscape. Coming from the flat, dry valleys of Eastern Montana, this place is like a dream come true. I have always wanted to live in the mountains, not only for the change of scenery, but also for the outdoor opportunities they provide. I remember the first week of school I went on a hike up to the summit of Mount Helena with the CAMP club.
My favorite aspect about Carroll is the community on campus. Students from all around the United States and other countries add variety to our campus. I would love to see our campus diversity grow! You can learn so much from others around you, whether they’re from another state or another country, everyone has a story to share. At Carroll you’ll find friendly people who want to hear your story and join you on your path to success.
My favorite aspect of Carroll is the Campus Ministry. I grew up in a Catholic home, and attending a faith-based school was highly important for me. Carroll not only supports me in my walk of faith, it also provides numerous opportunities for growth in my Catholic faith. I enjoy attending Sunday night mass with a few hundred students and community members. Outside of Sunday night mass Carroll’s campus ministry provides fun, spiritual, and enriching retreats for Carroll students, which is my favorite part of campus ministry.
My favorite thing about Helena is the FireTower Coffee House downtown! The baristas rock and they make the yummiest chai lattes and sandwiches. It exemplifies the friendly and down-to-earth attitude that the people of Helena have!
My favorite thing about Carroll is the buildings. Each building contributes to the unique history of Carroll. For example, each floor in Saint Charles Hall, the oldest building on campus, tells a story. Though newly renovated, the lobby portrays the original use of the space when Carroll was founded; priests and students cooked, dined, and gathered together in this space. Now, Carroll students enjoy the modern feel, while preserving and sharing in the history of Carroll.
Hometown: Cañon City, CO
My favorite thing about Carroll is the plethora of activities that are offered on and off campus. In college it’s important to enjoy as many activities you can with your fellow colleagues. Carroll does a wonderful job of providing students with events and things to do almost every day of the week. Whether it’s a swing dance, a movie, laser tag, or a Segway obstacle course, there are always good ways to unwind from studying and working hard. My favorite activity is the slip-n-slide down Guad Hill at the beginning of the year.
