2025 Honors Leaders Retreat
Whispering Pines Camp in Franklinville, NY
Meet Our Honors Leaders
Eric
Hey guys! My name’s Eric and I am from NYC. I will be a junior and mechanical engineering major in fall 2026. My favorite thing to do is take pictures with my Polaroid. Raising Canes is the best creation ever (I hope they bring one to Buffalo). I’m excited to help you guys through your freshman year journey.
Brookelynn
Hi, I'm Brooke my pronouns are she/her/hers and my birthday is in September. I love to read, go camping, and go swimming. I'm a social work major and want to work in a school. I'm from Buffalo and I love the Bills and Sabres and I'm sure everyone that you meet in Buffalo will too.
Anna
Hello everyone! My name is Anna, and I am a Senior majoring in Art & Design (Product Design) and Industrial Technology (Manufacturing). Additionally, I work at the Tech Hub, I'm a member of the Visual Arts Board, and I love attending weekly game nights at the Newman Center! Outside of school, I enjoy reading, writing, drawing, and hanging out with friends! I am looking forward to meeting you and I cannot wait to help you succeed at Buffalo State!
Sofika
Hi! My name is Sofika Hudak; I am a fashion merchandising major. I am a sophomore, originally from Long Island. I was the Honors work-study last year and am excited to be a Leader this year! The Honors Program is an incredible community and support system. Outside of Honors, I enjoy anything to do with art, going on walks, and spending time with friends. I am very excited to meet everyone!!!
Josh
Hi everyone! My name is Josh! I am currently majoring in Business Administration/ Management and am going to be a Junior this fall. I enjoy baking, hanging out with friends, listening to music, shopping, and exploring new places in my free time. I am super excited to meet everyone and look forward to helping you fit in and be successful as an Honors student!
Calista
Hello! I’m Calista and I am an Art Education major here at Buff State. In my free time I like to garden, cook, play games with friends, and pester my cat. I’m really looking forward to meeting you all, and I hope you have an amazing time in the Honors Program with us.
Abigail
Hi, everyone! My name is Abigail Rockcastle, and I am from Perry, New York. I am currently a sophomore here at Buffalo State University studying interior design. Outside of my academics I love to read, go hiking, and play board games! I am so excited to meet you all and get to know each of you!!
Kevin
Hey y’all! I’m a Senior and a dual major in both Television & Film Arts and Writing! I am also the General Manager for the campus FM radio station, WBNY. I love collecting records, attending concerts, making movies, playing with puppets, drinking water, and pursuing ridiculous adventures in my free time. I’ve lived in Buffalo my whole life and love exploring as well. I am excited to meet all of you and make you feel welcome as well as set you up for success as an Honors student!
Nicholas
Hello! My name is Nicholas. I am a sophomore Music Education Major. In my free time I love video games and watching movies like Star Wars and any Marvel movie. I can't wait to help the incoming freshmen through their first year.
Kai
Hi!! My name is Kai and I am from Brockport, NY. I am a sophomore majoring in Childhood and Inclusive Education. I am part of the rugby team, acapella group and Social Justice Book Club. Outside of school I enjoy reading, crafts, and spending time outside! I am so excited to meet you all!!
Alexis
Hi everyone! My name is Lexi, and I am a Sophomore studying Social Studies Education with a minor in writing. I am a Buffalo native, love all things Buffalo sports (including the Toronto Blue Jays), and am a member of A Hint of Orange, Buff State’s acapella group. I am so excited to welcome you all to this amazing community!
Destiny
My name is Destiny. I am a senior and I major in Political Science and double minor in Legal Studies and Social Justice. In addition, I’m also receiving my Child Advocacy Certificate. I really enjoy watching reality tv and reading.
Tithi
Hello Buffalo State Bengals! My name is Tithi, and I am a sophomore studying Biology. The Honors Program has provided such an incredible community and support system, and I'm thrilled to help support students on their journey. The Honors Program is full of amazing opportunities to grow, connect, and build lasting friendships. Beyond academics, labs and research you can usually find me dancing, going for walks, or hanging out with friends. I'm super grateful to be an Honors Leader and I can't wait to meet everyone and welcome you to Buffalo State!
Adeline
Hi! My name is Adeline and I am a Fashion Design major. I am from Fairport, New York. I really enjoy modeling and participating in fashion shows. I absolutely love listening to music and going to concerts!! (Especially Billie Eilish) I am looking forward to meeting all of you. :)
Keegan
Hi everyone--my name’s Keegan. I was born and raised in Beamsville, Ontario. I'm a sophomore at Buffalo state studying English education. I'm also a part of the Buffalo State Women's hockey team. In my free time, I love watching hockey and playing other sports. My new obsession is pickleball. Something a lot of people don't know about me is I speak French. I love the honors program because it gives you the opportunity to meet so many awesome people, I can't wait to meet everyone in the fall!
JustAsia
Hey everyone! My name is JustAsia, and I'm an Art Education major. I love anything that allows me to express my creativity! Whether it's drawing, curating outfits, or teaching myself digital art, I'm always excited to learn something new and challenge myself creatively. I'm so excited to meet all of you, and I can't wait to help make your first year at Buffalo State a fun, welcoming, and memorable journey. Looking forward to getting to know everyone!
Jullianne
Hi everyone! My name is Jullianne. I’m a sophomore majoring in social studies education and a Buffalo native. Outside of Honors, I love to read, draw, collect comics, and bake. I’m so excited and can’t wait to meet all of you!!