BSU community members share what they are most looking forward to this new academic year.
Bridgewater State University was buzzing last week during the annual move-in days. Optimism prevailed as carts filled with bedding, refrigerators, and other dorm essentials were rolled into resident halls by excited students and teary-eyed parents.
This fall, BSU welcomes its largest ever first-year class, and residence halls are at full capacity for the first time since 2012.
Now that everyone is settled in, BSU community members share what they are most looking forward to this new academic year.
“I just landed a new internship and am most looking forward to exploring more in my career.”
Ludovitch Prepetit, ‘27
Major: Psychology
Hometown: Medford
Hometown: Medford
“I am most looking forward to popping out to all the campus events with my friends.”
Chris Pimentel, ‘26
Major: Biology
Hometown: Lawrence
Hometown: Lawrence
“I’m most excited about the energy on campus. Our enrollment numbers are strong, Resident Life is ready, our athletic teams look good…You can feel the extra energy, spirit and camaraderie on campus, I’m just looking forward to an incredible year.”
Lucy Croft, vice president student life
“I’m most looking forward to getting to know what it feels like to be a graduate student, it’s my first time getting a master’s so I’m excited.”
Chigozie Adigwe, ’25, G’27
Degree: Computer Science
Graduate: Cybersecurity in criminal justice
Graduate: Cybersecurity in criminal justice
“I’m excited for the new opportunities that sophomore year brings.”
Lillian Parker, ‘28
Major: Secondary Math Education
Hometown: Hartford, Vermont
Hometown: Hartford, Vermont
“I look forward to building and maintaining healthy relationships throughout the year.”
Duncan McLean, ‘27
Major: Psychology
Hometown: Sharon
Hometown: Sharon
“I’m looking forward to watching the first year (students) flourish and navigate this new chapter and make BSU their home.”
Kelly Abbott, assistant director of residential outreach
““I’m most looking forward to hosting Program Council events. I’m the vice president. Our first big event is Big Bears Are Back BINGO. It’s always a great event.”
Kaia Leonard, ‘27
Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Taunton
Hometown: Taunton
“I have built up my academic journey and really want to keep watching my growth from freshman year.”
Cynthia Esterlin, ‘27
Major: Physical Education
Hometown: Salem
Hometown: Salem
“One of the things I do is teach cooking classes. Students participate and they have fun. I look forward to teaching my empanada class, we will be making Colombian and Puerto Rican empanadas.”
Rafael Peguero, Sodexo executive chef