Why I Give
Rafael Rodriguez '07
Current Position:
Hobart Alumni Council, Historian; Assistant Director of Opportunity Programs, Bard College
I give to HWS because the affinity and affection I have for the Colleges is unwavering. My experience at the Colleges was transformative and reciprocal. The Colleges gave me the opportunity to grow as a leader, a thinker and a person. At the same time the Colleges also served as a place where I could share my experiences and perspectives with classmates, take part in service opportunities, and engage with staff and faculty. My involvement in cultural clubs, the connection with my Chi Phi brothers, the support of Intercultural Affairs Office, and many other experiences at Hobart and William Smith have played a role in shaping who I am today. For this and many more reasons I continue to give not only my treasure but my time and talent.