Bridge Scholars Program

Meet our BSP Peer Mentors!

2025-2026

Safa Aldoubosh '27 (she/her/hers)

Hometown: Aurora, Colorado
Major: Neuroscience
Minor: Global Health
Interests/Involvements: Pre Health club, PA or Med track, NAMI volunteer
Email: s_aldoubos2023@coloradocollege.edu

Safa Aldoubosh is a Syrian American student hoping to pursue a career in medicine, mental health advocacy, and global health. Through her academic journey, she hopes to explore the intersections of psychology and psychiatry, seeking to alleviate silent struggles. Outside of the classroom, Safafinds solace in art and writing, using creativity as a medium for expression and connection. She actively advocates for diversity and inclusion at Colorado College, fostering dialogue and understanding across communities.

Zaniya BrunoMunn '27 (she/her/hers)

Hometown: Fountain, Colorado
Major: Psychology & Sociology
Minor: Philosophy
Interests/Involvements: CC Women’s Track & Field, Intramural Basketball, Caribbean-African Student Union (CASU), Black Student Union (BSU), Black Student Athlete Alliance (BSA), If You’re Reading This (IYRT), CC Injustice Watch, CC Students for Christ, Intramural Referee & an Athletics Event Staff representative
Email: z_brunomunn@coloradocollege.edu

What’s up!! My name is Zaniya BrunoMunn, and I am a rising junior on the pre-law track planning on becoming a criminal defense/animals rights lawyer. I am originally from St. Michael Barbados, but spent most of my teenage years in Colorado. Outside of the classroom, I am a
multi-sport athlete engaging in track & field for the school, basketball, volleyball, and boxing. I am in high positions for each of my involvements, and love conversing about quite anything. I absolutely love engaging in music and poetry as well, and very much looking forward to meeting each and every one of you!

Kaviya Chidambaram '27 (any pronouns)

Hometown: Broomfield, Colorado
Major: International Political Economy & Environmental Science
Interests/Involvements: Public policy & Community Engagement, Bonner Fellow, South Asian Student Union,
Sunrise
Email: k_chidamba2023@coloradocollege.edu

Hey! I'm Kaviya! I love to bake, chat, and drink tea. I am an IPE and EV major on a prelaw track. I am a Colorado native but hate going outside so I can't take you hiking however, I will show you all the spots safe from the wind. Bridge is so awesome; CC is so awesome; you are so awesome; I cant wait to meet you :)

Alyna Truc Dao '27 (she/her/hers)

Hometown: Wichita, Kansas
Major: Neuroscience
Interests/Involvements: Pre-Med, Bonner Community Engagement Fellow, Asian Student Union (ASU), Minority Association for Pre-health Students (MAPS), Undergraduate Neuroscience Research
Email: a_dao@coloradocollge.edu

Hey there! I'm Alyna Truc (she/her) from Wichita, KS, a sophomore majoring in neuroscience on a pre-med track. On campus, I'm a Bonner Fellow, collaborating with community partners on cultural advocacy, and a member of the Asian Student Union. Additionally, I'm part of the Minority Association for Pre-health Students (MAPS) and work as a research assistant in a neuroscience lab studying zebra finches. When I'm off campus, you'll likely find me enjoying hotpot in Denver or collecting plushies at Round 1. Ask me about my paddleboarding trip during my Bridge experience... you'll want to hear it :)

Hunter Lau '28 (he/him/his)

Hometown: Kailua, Hawai'i
Major: Organismal Biology and Ecology
Minor: Theater Production
Interests & involvements: Theater Workshop, Pasifika Student Collective, CCSGA, The Queer & Trans Collective (QTC), Drag Performance (Madame Taxie Vasion), Clay Club, Hiking the Incline, the NYT Mini

Email: h_lau2024@coloradocollege.edu

Aloha mai kākou! My name is Hunter Makanihoʻloli Michael Lau (or just Hunter, if you’re feeling adventurous) and I am a rising sophomore and aspiring conservationist. Originally from the island of Oʻahu, I am a big advocate for both the protection of the environment and the rights of indigenous people. In my spare time though, I am a big performer (catch me at Theater Workshop!) as well as drawing, sculpting at clay club, bike riding, and hiking. I can’t wait to meet all of you. If you have any questions regarding anything I talked about (or if it’s anything I didn’t talk about, I can point you in the right direction), don’t be afraid to reach out to me. Mahalo and see you all soon!

Emmanuel Mercedes '28 (he/him/his)

A mysterious and super cool guy you'll meet this summer.

Nathaniel Pittman IV '27 (he/him/his)

Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada Nathaniel

Major: Business, Economics, Society & French
Interests & Involvements: CRU, Soccer, SOMOS (Latine Affinity Club), Black Student Union (BSU), Carribean-African Student Union (CASU)
Email: n_pittman2023@coloradocollege.edu

Hi, I'm Nathaniel Pittman, a QuestBridge Scholar and Bridge Scholar from Las Vegas, Nevada. I graduated with an IB diploma from a Public High School so CC was a different environment than what I was used to. My life back home was very different, but the Bridge program helped me adjust to CC smoothly. I love to play soccer, write songs, dance, and talk with friends about any subject. Oh, almost forgot, you should know that I love cars and motorsports. Can't wait to meet you!

Kay Quintana '28 (she/they)

Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona
Major: Astrophysics
Minor: Computer Science
Interests & Involvements: E-sports, Stargazing, Painting, Poetry, Baking!!
Email: k_quintana2024@coloradocollege.edu

Hi! My name is Kay Quintana. I have lived in Arizona my whole life and have grown to love calling Colorado my home away from home. I am interested in all things astronomical and most STEM topics. I love late nights and spending time late with friends, talking about whatever is on our minds. I am one of the co-coordinators for the CC E-sports Lab and would love to see you down there at some point. If you ever need me, that’s where you’ll find me. Otherwise, I’ll be out exploring the springs to find new and cool walking routes around the city.

Doe Reh '28 (he/him/his)

Hometown: Urbandale, Iowa
Major: International Political Economics (IPE)
Minor: Philosophy or Psychology
Interests/Involvements: IB, Music, Club Soccer, IM sports, Bonner fellow, CCE, CC QuestBridge Scholars Network Treasurer, ASU (Asian Student Union), Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ)
Email: d_reh2024@coloradocollege.edu

What's good y'all! My name is Doe. I am a first-gen Karenni rising sophomore here at CC. Even though I am from Iowa I also call Aurora, Colorado home as my childhood cornerstones were built there (shoutout to street soccer). I plan to be an IPE major with either a philosophy or psychology minor and very involved all around here at CC. What else? Oh yeah...my goats are Central Cee, Drizzy Drake, Lamine Yamal, and myself ;) no debate needed. Anything fashion and shoe game related let's talk ASAP. Outside of class and studying, you can either catch me at the soccer field, gym, my room, or my car lol.

Ella Schuchard '27 (she/her/hers)

Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO

Major: Organismal Biology and Ecology
Minor: Biochemistry
Interests & Involvements: Veterinary Medicine, Llamapalooza Planning Committee, Admissions Ambassador, Pre-Veterinary club, Mariachi Tigre, Stroud Scholars Mentor
Email: e_schuchar2023@coloradocollege.edu

Hey guys, I'm Ella :) I'm an OBE major on the pre-vet track and hope to someday become a veterinary oncologist. When I'm not procrastinating my STEM class homework or working one of my campus jobs, I'm probably taking a nap. I enjoy being creative, love cats (especially jaguars), my favorite color is pink, and if I were a fruit I'd be a pomegranate. As always, feel free to reach out if you ever want to chat- I can't wait to meet all of you!

Angélica Soto '28 (she/her/hers)

Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO
Major: Education
Minor: Spanish
Interests & Involvements:Nonprofits that support people experiencing
homelessness and children, community service, basketball, cheer, tutoring, digital art, and spending time with the community.
Email: a_soto2024@coloradocollege.edu

Angélica Soto is a Mexican American student who cares deeply about supporting kids and improving the education system. She is majoring in Education with hopes of becoming a teacher and creating real change for future generations. At Colorado College, she is actively involved in mentoring, tutoring, and community-focused events. Angelica thrives in spaces where care, creativity, and leadership come together—both on campus and in the Colorado Springs area. She enjoys drawing, making digital art, playing basketball, watching movies, and spending time with people in her community. She also loves helping out with local nonprofits, especially those that support people without homes and children in
need.

Caiden Yaconis '28 (he/him/his)

Caiden Yaconis Hometown: Virgina Beach, Virginia
Major: Molecular Biology & English:Creative Writing
Interests/Involvements: Teaching, Tutoring, Writing, Human Biology, Reading, Cooking, CC QuestBridge Network, and FYP!
Email: c_yaconis2024@coloradocollege.edu

Heyo! Nice to sort of meet you, I’m Caiden! I’m a MB and English Creative Writing track major. I hope to one day be a published writer while working predominantly as a professor. When I’m not randomly reading a book on campus somewhere (hide and seek if you will), I probably am rethinking a conversation I had three years ago. I love to help out as best I can as evident by my involvement in not only bridge mentoring but also first year mentoring programs. I like to consider myself knowledgeable in many areas, and if I don’t know the answer, I know someone who does. I can’t wait to work with you all, and if you ever need to ask a question, please feel free to reach out. I hope to make an amazing Bridge experience for you guys. Remember you’re the best you there is! You got this rockstar!

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