By Aislyn McKernan and Madi Black – Social Media Editors-in-Chief

Jonathan Law Class of 2025 graduate Paige Kantor is finishing her freshman year at Endicott College, where she is majoring in Nursing. 

Kantor said Endicott has given her a lot of new opportunities. 

“It’s been an exciting experience getting to meet new people, try new things, and having more independence,” Kantor said. “I’ve really enjoyed my classes and feel like I’m learning a lot both academically and personally.” 

Kantor chose her major to help others, to make a difference, and to work in a fast-paced, interesting environment.  

“I’ve been in the care of nurses before, and these experiences showed me how important compassionate and attentive care can be, which is why I feel so drawn to this career,” said Kantor. “My goal is to work in the ER someday because I’m interested in the fast-paced, high-adrenaline environment where you have to think quickly and help people in critical situations.”

The transition into college was slow at the beginning for Kantor, but as time went on, she adjusted to college life well. 

“The transition from high school to college felt pretty slow at the beginning while I was learning how to adjust to the schedule and heavier workload,” said Kantor. “But as the year went on, it started to feel easier and more manageable. Even though it’s challenging, it’s also really rewarding because I know I am working towards something meaningful.”

A day at Endicott for Kantor revolves around classes, hanging out with friends, and more.

“A typical day in my life includes going to classes, studying, and doing homework,” Kantor said. “When I have free time, I like to hang out with friends and relax, and if the weather is nice, I’ll go to the beach. It’s a combination of staying on top of work while also having fun.”

Endicott has plenty of activities and perks for freshmen. Kantor has been enjoying the independence of college while also working on time management. 

“My favorite thing about college is how I get to participate in so many activities and be around my friends all the time,” Kantor said. “I enjoy having freedom since I’m not living at home, and my schedule is more independent than in high school. At the same time, independence is a big challenge because it can be difficult to manage my time when there’s always something going on around campus while also keeping up with a lot of schoolwork.”