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John Fedkew

John Fedkew

Hometown: Webster, NY

Major: Business Administration- Sports Management

Graduation Year: 2027

Why did you choose Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ?

The CATS program, which helps students with autism transfer to college life.

Why did you choose your present major?

I chose my present major because I love sports and math and wish to become a sports statistician.

Please briefly describe your Scholar's Day.

My scholar's day was filled with a meeting at the beginning, and then my interview with Dr. Greg Ford happened. We then gathered back together for one last presentation and had options for various activities on campus or leave.

Please describe your academic experience at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ. 

My academic experience has been filled with ups and downs, though mostly ups. I have received great grades here being above a 3.0 through one semester.

What do you like best about Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ?

I like that Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ is a small diverse community.

What clubs or organizations have you been a part of here at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ? What kinds of things do they do?

I am in the business club where we plan events at sports games, jeopardy for business students, and bingo! I am also in CRU! They connect students with Jesus and go over a book in the bible each semester.

Please describe any internship, study abroad, service learning or academic experience?

So far, through one semester my academic experience has been great!

What is your favorite spot to stop by in town?

The Eagle House is currently my favorite spot in the town of Amherst.

What piece of advice would you give to prospective students?

Make sure that you balance work life and social life.