Hometown: South Salem, NY
Major: Biology
Fun/Random Fact: I'm a twin!
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined S.W.E.E.T because supporting and uplifting those around me is something I'm truly passionate about. I want to help ensure that my peers at SHU feel welcomed and valued within our community. S.W.E.E.T also equips me with the skills to become a reliable resource for those in need of support.
Hometown: South Salem, NY
Major: Nursing
Fun/Random Fact: I am a twin!
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined SWEET because I’ve always loved helping those around me. College is hard, and I’ve seen how students put their mental health to the side while trying to keep up with academic and social pressures. Student well-being and mental health are so important, and I want to help create an environment where students feel supported and understood. By joining SWEET, I can help students by listening, providing support, kindness and reminding them that they are not alone!
Hometown: South Salem, NY
Major: Marketing
Fun/Random Fact: I love to write/scrapbook!
Why I Joined SWEET: I've always had a passion for helping people around me whether it was big or small. The ability to even have some kind of positive impact on someone makes the community around me and myself feel much better. Advocating for mental health awareness and support plays a critical role in my peers’ overall well-being that can be carried throughout their time here at SHU and after.
Hometown: Chester, NY
Major: Nursing
Minor: Nutrition
Fun/Random Fact: Me and my dog are inseparable :)
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined SWEET because of the amazing things it stands for. I am a big advocate for mental health and wanted to take the next step in helping improve my community. I believe in a college campus that supports its students and helps them in any way that they need. College is a difficult time and I want to help people accomplish their goals!
Hometown: Rocky Hill, CT
Majors: Psychology & Music Performance
Fun/Random Fact: I’m a twin!
Why I Joined SWEET: I decided to join S.W.E.E.T. because I am deeply passionate about health and wellness and genuinely enjoy supporting my community. During my two years as an RSA, I have seen firsthand how many students struggle with balancing academics, mental health and overall well-being, often without knowing where to turn for support. Being in a role where students trusted me and came to me during difficult moments showed me how important education, advocacy and peer support are in creating a healthy campus environment. Joining S.W.E.E.T. felt like a natural next step for me to continue growing as a leader while making an even greater impact on the SHU community. I want to help create a space where students feel supported, informed and empowered to prioritize their well-being and I am excited to contribute my experience, empathy and passion to this organization.
Hometown: Bridgeport, CT
Major: Nursing
Fun/Random Fact: My favorite food is ice cream!
Why I Joined SWEET: I’ve always cared deeply about helping the people around me, whether it’s through something big or just being there when someone needs support. Knowing I can make even a small positive difference means a lot to me and helps create a stronger, more connected community. Mental health advocacy is especially important to me because I understand how much support can impact someone’s overall well-being, not just during their time at SHU, but long after as well.
Hometown: Airmont, NY
Major: Psychology
Minor: Honors
Fun/Random Fact: I love to travel!
Why I Joined SWEET: I’ve always been very passionate about helping others and being a supportive peer mentor in my community. By joining S.W.E.E.T, I can continue to foster an environment that brings awareness to and advocates for the mental and physical well-being of my peers at SHU. I’m honored to be a part of such a supportive and dedicated community, and excited to spread kindness and positivity with a wonderful team of people.
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Major: Psychology
Fun/Random Fact: I like eating spicy things. If it's not spicy then I'll usually make it spicy but preferably very spicy.
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined SWEET because I like to help others and break the stigma surrounding mental health. During my time at SHU, I've noticed a lack of diversity on campus, which can make a student feel isolated, unseen, or like they don't belong, especially those from underrepresented cultural backgrounds such as mine, and it can be hard trying to navigate through a predominantly one race campus, especially having to be far from home and friends. One becomes vulnerable and out of place, as I experienced when moving from Brooklyn, NY, to Trumbull, CT, where I felt like I stood out like a sore thumb. Adjusting to a new environment was difficult, which many feel when coming to college and it encouraged me to join SWEET. I hope to be someone that students can turn to who understands their experiences and cultural background in ways others might not, while encouraging an environment where students feel supported, valued, and confident in their place here at Sacred Heart University.
Hometown: Franklin, MA
Major: Psychology
Minor: Educational Studies
Fun/Random Fact: I am learning to play the guitar
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined SWEET because I have faced many of the ups and downs of college and want to help create a supportive environment where students can feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Our mental health should be our #1 priority, and I hope to provide resources and spread awareness around campus.
Hometown: Waltham, Massachusetts
Major: Biology (pre-med)
Fun/Random Fact: I love to go to the gym
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined SWEET because I love helping people in anyway I can. Mental health is a very big thing for me and I want to be able to help and advocate for people who need help or are struggling. Having any kind of positive impact on the community is so rewarding for me and by joining SWEET I hope to be able to do that. It is also nice to be part of a group that has the same feelings I do about mental health and wanting to help in any way possible.
Hometown: Bronx, NY
Major: Psychology, Dual Degree in I/O Psychology
Minors: Catholic Studies and English
Fun/Random Fact: I'm a musical nerd! My favorite is Hamilton!
Why I Joined SWEET: I want to be an advocate and a support system for people who are also battling with mental health because I have battled with it myself and have family members who do as well. Being a member of SWEET gives me the opportunity to connect with people who need help, raise awareness of mental health issues, and be a part of a supportive community that looks out for everyone's mental health no matter what. I'm honored to support SHU's mission to keep a positive environment for everyone's mental health. Being able to be in this awesome group with these amazing people who inspire me every day makes me incredibly grateful!
Hometown: Trumbull, CT
Major: Social Work
Fun/Random Fact: I love to ride dirt bikes and quads!
Why I Joined SWEET: I have always loved helping people in many ways. I love to volunteer and be a part of organizations that I stand by such as the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Having struggled with my own mental health illnesses, I know how important it is to have someone be there for you. I want to be that friend and advocate I always wish I had to make people feel less alone!
Hometown: Maywood, NJ
Major: Exercise Science, 4+3 DPT Program
Fun/Random Fact: I am a group fitness trainer back at home!
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined SWEET because in high school, I always enjoyed helping others, being a student tutor and peer mentor. Coming to college I was looking for a program where I could also give back to my peers, and then I found SWEET. I am a huge advocate for fitness, and wellbeing and so being a peer educator, I hope to raise awareness to the importance of wellbeing while in college. I hope to leave a positive impact on the SHU community, and I am excited to work alongside a group of likeminded students while doing so!
Hometown: Long Valley, NJ
Major: Exercise Science, MSAT 3+2 track
Fun/Random Fact: I placed 9th in the state doing gymnastics when I was in elementary school
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined SWEET because I have always been one to help people. When coming to college, I was hoping to find something that I could join to be able to support the community. Being a part of this team is my way of getting involved and sharing positivity around campus.
Hometown: Cheshire, CT
Major: Communication Disorders 3 + 2 track
Minor: Educational Studies
Fun/Random Fact: I am left-handed and I love to travel!
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined S.W.E.E.T. because I have always been passionate about mental health and making sure no one feels alone in their mental health journey. It's important to me to acknowledge and advocate for everyone who struggles, because we all do at some point in our life and no one is ever alone! Joining S.W.E.E.T. will be a great tool to use when I have speech clients who need emotional and mental support during such a hard time!
Hometown: Bedminster, NJ
Major: Dual Degree in History and Education
Minor: European Studies
Fun/Random Fact: I have two dogs and a cat
Why I Joined SWEET: Knowing how much of a transition going to college is, there are always people who need help. I have always tried to assist people navigate through difficult times in their lives. Helping them whenever they are in need of anything. SWEET gives me an amazing opportunity to continue to help my peers at SHU and guide them through mental health challenges that can arise during the stressful times of college.
Hometown: Jackson, NJ
Major: Psychology (Pre-Med)
Minors: Neuroscience, Criminal Justice, Honors
Fun/Random Fact: I'm a vegetarian!
Why I Joined SWEET: I joined S.W.E.E.T. because I am passionate about mental health awareness and advocacy. I believe peer education is one of the most powerful ways to reduce stigma and create a campus culture that supports mental wellness. I want to help other college students learn to build healthy habits and practice self-care so they can thrive during one of the most transitional and formative periods of our lives. I love Sacred Heart, and I am so excited to be part of a student organization that supports members of the SHU community!
Hometown: Bloomsbury, NJ
Major: Biology, Dual Degree Physician Associate Program
Minors: Chemistry & Psychology
Fun/Random Fact: I've gone camping in all the states on the east coast!
Why I Joined SWEET: Being a student, I understand how challenging and damaging college can be to our mental health. I joined S.W.E.E.T. to relate to and help other students by providing support, understanding and a safe space to feel heard, while also raising awareness about the importance of mental health. Not only will I make a difference by supporting others, but I will also develop important compassion and communication skills that will better me as a future health care professional.
