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Ali R.

Tour Guide at Iona College

Class of 2020

Hometown: Tewksbury, MA

Major: Economics and Mathematics

Minor: Physics


What is your favorite place on campus?

My favorite place on campus has to be our Harry Potter room in the library. It's a very relaxing environment that allows me to concentrate on finishing assignments or work in general. You will always find a friendly face, wherever you are in the library.

I chose to attend Iona College because...

Iona is an exciting community with a friendly face everywhere you go. I was searching for a college with small class sizes, so I could approach my professor with any questions I had on the course. Iona's close proximity to New York City is perfect for any internship opportunity. Being so close to a vibrant and iconic city was definitely a reason why I came here.

What has been your most memorable experience at Iona?

My most memorable experience at Iona was the Iona in Mission trip to Philadelphia. The Office of Mission and Ministry offers many exciting mission trips both abroad and domestic. Each gives the student an opportunity to comprehend the struggles and effects of communities or individuals marginalized around the world. For me, the Philly mission trip has inspired me to continue helping those that are disenfranchised in society through volunteering and being compassionate wherever I go.

I felt that I have Moved The World by...

Starting a nonprofit corporation while at Iona. At Iona, I have had the opportunity of meeting some amazing people with passions and talents in what they are majoring in. Because of other students here, I was able to jump-start a nonprofit corporation, which serves as a job placement organization for low income individuals. We operate in the north-east and are comprised of twenty-three students from Iona determined to Move the World.

I'm passionate about...

Economics Entrepreneurship Nonprofit Leadership Volunteering Writing

I'm involved with...

Orientation Leader Gael Guide Founder/CEO GSEI (Nonprofit Corporation)
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