Bonner Fellows
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Class of 2026
Konrad Flæte Gundersen '26
Email: k_flategundersen@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Norway
Major: Organismal Biology & Ecology
Bio: Hi! My name is Konrad and I’m a third-year international student from eastern Norway. My major is organismal biology & ecology and I plan to work in conservation biology in the future. I really enjoy working with my community partner, the Rocky Mountain Field Institute, as their work incorporates both my academic interests and my passion for community engagement. I help them with everything from environmental restoration and trailwork, to behind-the-scenes stuff in their office. Outside of work and academics, you can usually find me gaming in the esports lab or outside watching the (adorable!!!) campus squirrels.
Noah Furuseth '26
Email: n_furuseth@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Rogers, AR
Major:Independently Designed Major in Ecological Urban Studies
Bio: Growing food and native plants is my life's work. I want to see booming biodiversity in cities especially, so people can see that we can make the world a better place by feeding each other and our non-human friends. I'm vegan for the animals, and fight to transition animal agriculture into veganic farming, emphasizing disproportionately harmed humans and the most vulnerable animals best interests as the top priority.
Azaria Hampton '26
Email: a_hampton@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Fairburn, GA
Major: Business, Economics, and Society
Bio: Coming Soon!
Corinne Kallio '26
Email: c_kallio@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Wooster, OH
Major: Organismal Biology and Ecology
Bio: Hi! My name is Corinne and I’m from Ohio! Here at CC I’m an OBE major and I love all critters, especially fish! I’m also involved with Dance Workshop, Outdoor Education, and occasionally help out at the student farm. In my free time I love to read, hang out with my lovely friends, hike, bake, and run! I’m incredibly interested in both ecology and land-based education, which is why I work with Flying Pig Farm. At the farm I help with program support, upkeep, and co-manage their social media accounts. I’ve loved my work so much, and can’t wait to continue working with the community!
Lucy Kramer '26
Email: l_kramer@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Elkhart, IN
Major: Anthropology
Bio: Coming Soon!
Sophia Lisco '26
Email: s_lisco@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Littleton, CO
Major: Film and Media Studies
Bio: Born and raised in Colorado, I am excited about making change in my community! Within Bonner, I work closely with executive leadership at Inside Out Youth Services to improve board culture, execute strategic goals, and cultivate an inclusive community. Outside of Bonner, I’ve engaged with the Binning Family Foundation, One Colorado, and Robbie’s Hope, integrating my academic pursuits with my personal theory of change. Outside of Bonner, I play on CC’s ultimate frisbee team and write for campus publications.
Grace Nguyen '26
Email: g_nguyen@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Denver, CO
Major: Neuroscience
Bio:Hello hello! My name’s Grace Nguyen and at the CCE, I’m working as a Bonner Fellow! I’m a junior neuroscience major on the pre-health track, hailing from Denver, Colorado. On CC’s campus, I’m involved in Asian Student Union’s E-board as their event co-chair, clubs revolving around health and pre-med opportunities, and of course, HOCKEY! GO TIGERS! As a Bonner Fellow, I’m working with A Voces Unidas for Justice, an organization dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence and sexual violence, as their victim advocate. I am also passionate about issues surrounding women’s health and rights, healthcare equity, and children’s access to healthcare and education.
Melissa Ramirez '26
Email: m_ramirez@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Major: Film and Media Studies
Bio:My name is Melissa Ramirez and I’m a third-year Bonner! Beyond academics, I enjoy watching TV/films, reading novels, thrifting (my pockets hurt), practicing pilates, painting, and trying tasty new foods. Outside CC, I reside in Illinois with my parents, an older brother, and a lively bunch of pets. As a Mexican-American, I cherish my Hispanic culture and actively immerse myself in it—savoring diverse foods, participating in cultural festivities, and reveling in various music genres. Since starting my partnership with Food to Power, I have never been more excited to go to work! I love my coworkers, meeting new people, and creating new projects for them.
Class of 2027
Alyce Watt '27
Email: a_watt@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Raynham, MA
Major: Organismal Biology and Ecology
Alyna Dao '27
Email: a_dao@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Wichita, KS
Major: Neuroscience
Bio: On campus, I serve as an Admission Ambassador Captain and am one of the Co-Chairs of ASU. I'm also the DEI representative for the Pre-Health Professions Club. I work with Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention in assisting with all things youth and teen mental health. When I am not on campus, I enjoy hotpot in Denver and collecting plushies at Round 1!
Ann De Guzman '27
Email: a_deguzman2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Las Vegas, NV
Major: Biochemistry
Bio: I am a pre-med student who hopes to become a pediatrician! I am a founder/co-chair of the service organization Circle K International (CKI) chapter on campus. I am currently partnered with the Golden Lotus Foundation, whose mission is to inspire passion for Asian heritage. Outside of school and Bonner work, I love to read and talk with friends and family!
Chloe Agenor '27
Email: c_agenor2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Miami, FL
Major: Environmental Studies
Dessa Monat '27
Email: d_monat2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Santa Fe, NM
Major: Environmental Studies/ Political Science
Bio: Hi! Through the Bonner Fellowship, I have partnered with Colorado Legal Services, a firm that provides legal aid to qualifying individuals at no cost. I love being able to work in person with clients in the community and find ways to combine my community partnership with my career goals. Outside of Bonner, I love to get outside in any way I can, especially with my family and friends.
Grace Lipson '27
Email: g_lipson2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: San Francisco, CA
Major: Environmental Studies
Bio: Hi! I'm interning at Colorado Legal Services as a Legal Assistant Intern, and helping with paralegal and intake work. CLS helps to provide free legal assistance to low-income Coloradans, which is incredibly beneficial to the community. Outside of Bonner, I love drawing and painting, California beaches, and raspberry-flavored pastries.
Kathrin Bürger '27
Email: k_burger@ColoradoCollege.edu
Hometown: Vienna, Austria
Majors: International Political Economy
Bio: Hi! I'm an IPE major, specializing in Foreign Policy Analysis and EU public policy! Through my work with Hey Neighbor, I research grassroots community organizing approaches to develop a socio-economically inclusive urban development framework. I also enjoy spending my free time trail running, hiking, and trying out new recipes!
Kaviya Chidabaram '27
Email: k_chidamba2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Broomfield, Colorado
Majors: International Political Economy and Environmental Studies
Bio: I have the honor of working with Lutheran Family Services as a refugee resettlement intern. I co-chair the Bridge program, work with admissions to improve access and representation, help lead the Sunrise climate action hub, and, beyond campus, strive for institutional reform through community-centered organizing. I love to dance, paint, bake, and giggle.
Landon Hartman '27
Email: l_hartman2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Evergreen, CO
Major: Science Technology & Society Studies
Bio: My pronouns are He/Him. My hobbies are Reading Sci-Fi, Trail Running, and Board Games. I also serve as a co-chair of the CC Sunrise Environmental Club.
Nora Schrank '27
Email: n_schrank2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Bozeman, MT
Major: Sociology
Bio: Hi! My pronouns are she/her. I grew up in Montana, so naturally my favorite things are to be outside and anything type 'b' fun. One fun fact about me is that I make my own kombucha. I work with the Suicide Prevention Partnership to directly support those affected by suicide in the Colorado Springs community.
Willow Lott '27
Email: w_lott2023@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Durango, CO
Major: International Political Economy
Bio: I am a member of the cross-country, track, and mountain biking club! I enjoy spending my free time in nature doing outdoor sports and eating charcuterie! I also direct a harm reduction policy campaign that expands access to Naloxone and Fentanyl test strips through legislative action. I work with Citizens’ Project, a political advocacy organization located downtown.
Class of 2028
Alia Dahleez '28
Email: a_dahleez2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Berlin, Germany
Major: Sociology
Bio: Hi! My name is Alia (she/her), and I am really excited to continue my journey as a Bonner Fellow. Apart from my work with the Sachs Foundation, I love that I have been able to create a community with my Bonner cohort. I also devote much time to music and playing the baroque violin. If you can't find me in Packard, you will see me cruizing around campus with my bike.
Doe Reh '28
Email: d_reh2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Urbandale, Iowa
Major: International Political Economy
Bio: What's good my people! My name is Doe, and I am involved in a million things and have many hobbies. At the moment, my top hobbies are soccer, gym, music, and hiking. I am very excited about this upcoming school year with Bonner in terms of fully working with one community partner. A random fun fact about me is that I breathe when I sleep.
Ellison Namba '28
Email: e_namba2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Arvada, Colorado
Major: Psychology
Bio: Hi! My name is Ellison Namba and I am from Arvada, Colorado. I have a strong passion for mental health and education reform. I love to travel, dance, try new restaurants, and spend time with my family and friends. I am so excited to work as a Bonner Fellow and start engaging with the community.
Fatima Barry '28
Email: f_barry2024@coloradocollege.edu
Gracie Gibson '28
Email: g_gibson2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Pawleys Island, South Carolina
Major: History-Political Science
Bio: Hi! I am an FGLI student and a Questbridge Scholar. I am passionate about environmental policy, sustainability, income inequality, and criminal justice. I love hiking, photography, camping, backpacking, poetry, and soccer. I am also a member of the equestrian team at CC. I love how Bonner provides an opportunity to connect with the Colorado Springs community in a more meaningful way.
Gustavo Caetano '28
Email: g_caetano2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Curitiba, Brazil
Major: Film and Media Studies
Bio: Hi! I use he/him pronouns. My major and biggest passion is film, and through Bonner, I intend to use it as a tool for social change. I am currently working with Concrete Couch to achieve that goal and understand how to best do it. Apart from that, I am also a big music, photography, and theater lover (especially musicals), and Spotify is with me 24/7.
Keisha Ylarde '28
Email: k_ylarde2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Glendive, Montana
Major: Physics
Bio: Hi! I hold executive positions in student organizations like ASU and the Questbridge Network. Outside of academics, I love exploring new places, photography, and cooking! I’m currently working at Food to Power. Through my Bonner work, I’m able to find growth in connecting my passion for science and helping surrounding communities!
Lia Killeen '28
Email: l_killeen2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Prescott, Arizona
Major: Undeclared
Bio: I work as a peer consultant at the Writing Center and also enjoy trail running, reading, writing, thrifting, cooking, and relaxing with friends. Through the Bonner Fellowship, I’ve connected with the COSPHP and am advocating for housing justice. I’m so grateful to learn more about asset-based approaches to organizing and to form friendships within the community.
Olivia Link '28
Email: o_link2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Denver, Colorado
Major: Political Science & Romance Languages
Bio: My name is Olivia, and I use she/her pronouns. I love to bake, swim, hike, and crochet. I'm super excited to work with LFS doing refugee resettlement work in the Colorado Springs community, and am grateful for Bonner for connecting me with this opportunity. Outside of Bonner, I am part of club swim and Nordic ski teams, AMA club, and the Catalyst Newspaper.
Rowan Keller '28
Email: r_keller2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Longmont, Colorado
Major: Sociology & Education
Bio: Hi! My name is Rowan, and I use He/Him pronouns. I love to play volleyball, frisbee, and spend time biking in the mountains. You can find me on the quad playing frisbee, hackysack, or just relaxing in the sunshine. Bonner has helped me form a larger community in Colorado Springs through service, and I am forever grateful.
Saw Sow '28
Email: s_sow2024@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa
Major: Business, Economics, & Society
Bio: Hello, my name is Saw, and I use he/him pronouns. I like to bike, hike, and learning new languages and hobbies like the guitar. I love aviation and did it in high school. I love Bonner because it creates a community where like-minded people can come together.
Class of 2029
Anna Hay '29
Email: a_hay2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Denver, Colorado
Major: Undeclared
Bio: Hiii, my name is Anna Hay!! I'm a first-year student in the Bonner program. I go by she/her pronouns. Beyond school, I love to do anything outside. I especially love to ski and mountain bike. I also play rugby here at CC and absolutely love it. I'm really excited to connect with a community partner and help to make a difference in the Colorado Springs community.
Brooklyn Colvin '29
Email: b_colvin2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Sedona, Arizona
Major: Undeclared
Bio: Hi! I'm Brooklyn (she/her), and I have some fun facts to share! My favorite animal is a pigeon (sometimes I cry when I see them), I love roller-blading, and I can do a handstand! I am also a part of the Bonner Fellowship, and I could not be more grateful to be a fellow! It has provided me the opportunity to engage in the larger Colorado Springs Community, which I didn't know was possible, and I feel like the work that I do holds incredible value. I don't feel like I'm a visiting tourist in Colorado Springs when I go off campus; I feel like a part of the ecosystem that exists here!
Cherish Galliart '29
Email: c_galliart2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Lorraine, Kansas
Major: Undeclared
Bio: My pronouns are she/her. I have tons of hobbies, but what I love most is music, literature, and quality time with the people I care about. My favorite part of Bonner is the meaningful opportunities it offers alongside the consistent support of the Bonner community.
Finn Braun '29
Email: f_braun2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Louisville, Colorado
Major: Mathematics
Bio: Hi! My name is Finn, and I use him/him pronouns. My major is Mathematics, and I plan to be a mathematics professor. In addition to academics, I like to rock climb, read books, run, hike, and camp. I'm passionate about education, social justice, and environmental conservation, among other issues.
Lucas Cahow '29
Email: l_cahow2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Sucre, Bolivia
Major: International Political Economy
Bio: I absolutely love dancing anything Latin (salsa, bachata, merengue…)!! I grew up in Bolivia and enjoy learning new languages. I’m a huge fan of the impact Bonner enables us to have on the Colorado Springs community. As a Bonner, I feel like I can reach more people and in a more effective manner.
Nathan Narvaez '29
Email: n_narvaez2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: San Diego, California
Major: Undeclared
Bio: I am from a border city shared with Tijuana, Mexico, where I often visit family. My hometown ultimately stirred a passion for racial equality, immigrant rights, the Spanish language, and Latin America. Bonner provides many opportunities to do work that is personal to me. I play the drums, like music, creative writing, playing basketball, reading, and eating food.
Paw Pa Soe Wah '29
Email: p_wah2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Amarillo, Texas
Major: Undeclared
Bio: My pronouns are she/her. In my free time, I like to watch K-dramas, C-dramas, and T-dramas. I love Bollywood films! I also love languages and cooking. Fun fact, I have a fish birthmark and a twin. Bonner fellows are really nice.
Shaden Higgs '29
Email: s_higgs2025@coloradocollege.edu
Hometown: Bozeman, Montana
Major: Undeclared
Bio: Hi! My name is Shaden (she/her), and I love creative work, playing music with cool people, eating Lucky Charms, and living outside as much as possible! I'm excited to expand on my experiences with community engagement relating to affordable housing, ecological conservation, and mental health resources throughout my time as a Bonner Fellow.
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