Meet the class of 2026!
Mount Holyoke College’s newest almost-alums are scholars, leaders, activists, artists, storytellers, athletes and so much more. They are active in community and unstoppable in their work; they embrace many disciplines and points of view, and they have learned from talented faculty and through real-world practice. They are on the leading edge of change, ready to reshape their communities and the world.
Every year, we invite graduating seniors to nominate themselves for a profile detailing their Mount Holyoke journeys. Join our celebration of these seniors and explore how they developed their visions for the future.
Meet the class of 2026!
Nathania Amadi ’26
Lagos, Nigeria
Nathania Amadi ’26, Mount Holyoke graduating senior and president of the Student Government Association, rose to leadership positions after making connections in the lab, the classroom and residence halls.
Amelia Anderson ’26
Mount Holyoke College senior Amelia Anderson ’26 is ready for a career in public service or civil rights law, thanks to the strong support and leadership lessons she has received as a student.
Audrey Brecher ’26
Mount Holyoke College senior Audrey Brecher ’26 originally planned to be an environmental studies major. Thanks to the supportive community and mentorship at the College, they now have a future in architecture.
Kaylee Clarke ’26
Kaylee Clarke ’26 stepped outside her comfort zone when she came to Mount Holyoke College — but this senior is now comfortable in trying new things, such as having a second major in math and pursuing a Ph.D. in industrial engineering.
Sophia-Emma Eddy ’26
In her first semester at Mount Holyoke College, senior Sophia-Emma Eddy ’26 thought she had everything mapped out. But then came a journey of discovery that revealed ways for her to step out of her comfort zone.
J Farrington ’26
Mount Holyoke College had everything that senior J Farrington ’26 was looking for, including a psychology program that could be an intellectual home.
Julia Keane ’26
Julia Keane ’26 didn’t always see herself as a leader. Fortunately, her time at Mount Holyoke College proved her wrong.
Mahira Mim ’26
During her time at Mount Holyoke College, senior Mahira Mim ’26 has become a chemistry powerhouse thanks to the mentoring she received and the community that supported her.
Yeslee Neris ’26
Mount Holyoke senior Yeslee Neris ’26 grew from someone who wanted to transfer during her first year to someone who will be studying nursing at Johns Hopkins University, and she also convinced her sister to study at the College.
Manu Ribas ’26
Senior Manu Ribas ’26 has had a Mount Holyoke College journey marked by trying new things in the classroom, in the laboratory and in the community. All of these experiences deepened her relationship with her peers and her scholarly interests.
Kate Vavra ’26
Kate Vavra ’26 learned so much during her journey at Mount Holyoke College, and she says she truly understands all the things she’s capable of.
Shiqi Belinda Zhu ’26
Encouraged by her family to become a leader, Mount Holyoke senior Shiqi Belinda Zhu ’26 has grown comfortable with discourse and knows that ambition doesn’t have to mean competition.