Chat with a Wildcat

Hearing perspectives from students who are living and breathing the current Davidson experience is one of the best ways to get to know this community.

Connect with individuals individually or by emailing the group at admissionambassadors@davidson.edu. 

Prospective students from outside of the U.S. can also connect with International Admission Ambassadors.

Abigail Benko ’27 (she/her)

Hometown: Castle Pines, Colorado
Major: Psychology (Intended)
Campus Involvements: Chidsey Leadership Fellow, Warner Hall Eating House, Honor Council, Summit Coffee Outpost Barista

"I chose Davidson because I wanted a small liberal arts school that prioritized academic integrity and community. I didnt want to be in a competitive environment, and I love how friendly everyone at Davidson is!"

Connect with Abigail at abbenko@davidson.edu.

Amelio Aragona ’25 (he/they)

Hometown: Savannah, Georgia
Majors: Studio Art
Advising Track: Premedicine
Campus Involvements: Student Initiative for Academic Diversity (SIAD), Oops! improv Comedy Troupe, Q&A, Sports Care Attendant

"After touring Davidson during my junior year of high school, I knew a small, liberal arts program was the right fit for me. During my campus visit, I spoke with current students who expressed gratitude for the supportive but intellectually challenging environment and felt comforted knowing my future peers would be friends, not academic competitors. As a recent graduate, I can confidently say that joining the Davidson community was the best decision I ever made. Over the last four years, I pursued both art and pre-medical coursework—an educational experience only made possible by our school's love of interdisciplinary learning and our rich network of dedicated professors and mentors."

Connect with Amelio at amaragona@davidson.edu.

Ally Williams ’26 (she/her)

Hometown: Summit, New Jersey
Majors: Philosophy
Minor: Digital Studies 
Campus Involvements: President of Warner Hall Eating House, Captain of Women's Club Lacrosse Club, Gig-Hub Consultant, Tour Guide, Girls on the Run at Davidson K-8

"Before I applied to Davidson, I realized it was the place for me when I was on my tour visiting the summer before my senior year of high school. A friend called out to the tour guide and asked if she was giving a tour, then called out to us directly, saying 'I love it here! You all have to come to Davidson!' Unprompted and unscripted, it demonstrated the love and community atmosphere between students. I found my people during my sophomore year, where I leaned into making new friendships and finding out what kind of extracurriculars I was passionate about. Davidson provides the opportunity to follow what you love, and I was able to embed myself in my passions of working with others through throwing myself into activities that helped me thrive, like being a part of Warner's E-Board and starting a club sport from scratch. The help that community members and the new friends I made through my eating house gave in these endeavors showed how much support and love courses through Davidson's body, and that made me so happy about my choice to come to this small but strong community."

Connect with Ally at alwilliams@davidson.edu.

Camryn Bianchi ’28 (she/her)

Hometown: Davidson, North Carolina
Major: Psychology
Minor: Hispanic Studies
Campus Involvements: Co-Leader of Catholic Campus Ministry, Music Director of Androgyny a cappella group, Rusk Eating House, High School Musical by Dionysia Theatre Troupe

"Davidson is such a supportive place. I knew from touring it and getting to know some of the students that I love the environment here. Nobody is competitive; everyone works hard to make sure each other succeeds."

Connect with Camryn at cabianchi@davidson.edu. 

Charlotte Juge ’27 (she/her)

Hometown: Costa Mesa, California
Majors: Educational Studies, Public Policy
Campus Involvements: Theater, College Crisis Initiative (C2i), Deliberative Citizenship Initiative (DCI), Club Pickleball Team, Tour Guide, Teaching at Community School of Davidson (CSD)

"When looking at colleges and universities, I knew that I wanted a school where I would not be a number, but be involved in a vibrant campus community where I was known. I toured Davidson's campus and immediately fell in love with the location, extensive offerings, but most important, the friendliness of my tour guides. I can remember my tour guide bumping into his friends and giving fist bumps to seemingly everyone walking by. Since I have been here two years, Davidson has not only met but exceeded my expectations in all aspects including professor relationships and the general ability to try something new or out of your comfort zone!"

Connect with Charlotte at chjuge@davidson.edu.

Jane Martens ’28 (she/her)

Hometown: Carmel, Indiana
Major: Psychology, Studio Art (Intended)
Campus Involvements: Davidson College Chorale, Rusk Eating House, Publicity Chair for Union Board, Art Editor of Hobart Park Literary Magazine, Secretary of Tea Club

"The people and opportunities available here are just incredible; it's a tight-knit community that puts emphasis on integrity and kindness. I've loved getting to know my professors, meeting so many new friends, and taking such interesting courses (shout out Cyberpunk Literature!). I can't wait to come back to it all next year!"

Connect with Jane at jamartens@davidson.edu.

Marley Washington ’28 (he/him)

Hometown: Roswell, Georgia
Major: Undecided
Campus Involvements: Wrestling Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Army ROTC

"When I came on my visit to Davidson, I loved the environment and I felt that Davidson was the best fit for me in regards to both wrestling and academics."

Connect with Marley at mawashington@davidson.edu.

Nike Keys ’28 (she/her)

Hometown: Columbus, Georgia
Major: Undecided
Advising Track: Premedicine
Campus Involvements: Van/Every Gallery Intern, Davidson Post Office/Print Center Student Employee, Black History Month Chair for Black Student Coalition (BSC)

"I chose Davidson because of its strong sense of community, commitment to academic excellence, and the Honor Code. Knowing that students here are trusted creates an environment of mutual respect and integrity. That kind of trust and responsibility stood out to me in my college search. I also appreciate how Davidson supports students in the sciences and the arts, making it an excellent fit for my interests in medicine and creative expression."

Connect with Nike at nikeys@davidson.edu. 

Zak Abdulahi ’27 (he/him)

Hometown: Decatur, Georgia
Majors: Economics, Political Science
Campus Involvements: Track/Cross-Country Team, Deliberative Citizenship Initiative (DCI) Fellow and Facilitator, Davidson Investment and Finance Association (DIFA), Black Student Coalition (BSC), Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Consultant

"I chose Davidson for its strong academics, small classes, and strong sense of community that supports creating multifaceted students."

Connect with Zak at zaabdulahi@davidson.edu. 

Zainab Sawani ’28 (she/her)

Hometowns: Mauritius & Pakistan
Majors: Psychology, Economics
Campus Involvements: Sustainability Office, South Asian Student Association (SASA), Muslim Student Association (MSA), Psychology Research Assistant

"I was drawn to Davidson’s close-knit community, strong alumni network, and the wide range of opportunities that make it easy to find your place here- there’s truly something for everyone."

Connect with Zainab at zasawani@davidson.edu.

Zeyad Elmasheiti ’28 (he/him)

Hometown: Fayetteville, Arkansas
Majors: History, Economics
Campus Involvements: Student Government Association (SGA) Senator, Tour Guide, Mock Trial, Tea Club, Orientation Team Mentor (OTM)

"The Hurt Hub really hooked me to Davidson! I was able to see the entrepreneurial community come together and build students' startups and that gave me a great sense of life at Davidson."

Connect with Zeyad at zeelmasheiti@davidson.edu.