Meet The Baker Scholars

Class of 2026

Josh Dawit

Joshua Dawit was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and is pursuing a degree in Government with a minor in Philosophy. On campus, Joshua is involved in the Hilltop Microfinance Initiative, currently underwriting loans for small businesses in the DMV area that have been excluded from the commercial lending system. Joshua also works at the MSB Tech Center and is looking forward to being the Student Staff Manager in the fall. In his free time, Joshua enjoys playing the piano, biking in D.C, and cooking with friends.

Jefferson Gonzalez-Flores

Jefferson Gonzalez-Flores was born and raised in Ann Arbor, MI, and is pursuing a major in Government with an intended minor in Psychology. As an advocate for transparent business practices, he is passionate about finding the intersection between Financial compliance measures and regulatory policies. As a Hoya, he has applied these same interests to the extracurricular activities he has engaged in thus far on the hilltop. Jefferson is currently a proud member of the Georgetown University Student Investment Fund (GUSIF), working in the Financial Institutions and Groups Sector (FIG). In this club, he manages the endowment fund for the school by reinvesting some of the allotted money into stocks that each sector picks and pitches to the board. Apart from GUSIF, Jefferson has worked as a Research Assistant for Professor Fathali Moghaddam of the Psychology Department and is also an Undergraduate Research Scholar and Fellow at The Laidlaw Foundation. Over two years, he has engaged in two projects where he has studied the history of the 2002 Sarbanes-Oxley Act (the primordial law for financial reporting and record-keeping) and will undertake a service project in the summer of 2024, where he will work in the legal clinic, Bail for Immigration Detainees (BiD) in London to help will immigrant bail applications. Formerly, he has even worked as a Legal Intern at Rivenoak Law Group, handling business transactions with clients such as DTE and Ford. Beyond aspects of professional development, Jefferson enjoys cooking, running, and playing/watching sports as he’s currently a member of the Georgetown Boxing Club and plays intramural soccer.”

Hunter Kates

Hunter Kates is from San Diego, California. He is currently pursuing majors in Economics and History with a minor in the Business Studies program. On campus, he serves as the Senior Vice President of Investments for the Georgetown University Student Investment Fund (GUSIF), a long-only fund on behalf of the endowment, for which he is responsible for pitch and model diligence. He also enjoys volunteering with First Gen Investors, a mentorship program designed to teach local high school students personal finance and investing basics. Outside of school, he spends time researching the intersections of sports and business, particularly the power of local communities’ economic engagement with sports franchises and the ethical implications of international player signings. In his free time, Hunter enjoys historical fiction novels, playing on the club golf team, and running to the Lincoln Memorial with friends. 

Kaitlin Martin

Kaitlin Martin is from San Clemente, California and is pursuing a Political Economy
major with a Business Studies and Spanish double minor. She is passionate about the intersection of business and sustainability and embracing its potential to deliver substantial environmental and social impact. On campus, she is a Project Manager for Georgetown Eco Consultants, delivering sustainable solutions from supply chain management to renewable energy recommendations on a local and national scale. She is also a Sales Representative of Georgetown REUSE, runs marketing for a student-run mushroom farm and is an Analyst for Georgetown Impact Investing Group. Off campus, her past internships as a Renewable Energy Analyst and an ESG Infrastructure Fellow have shaped her view of sustainability while helping establish impact and financial strategies for innovative startups. From sustaining the environment to sustaining the spirit, Kaitlin is also a Catholic Retreat Leader and Service Chair for Catholic Women at Georgetown who enjoys creating conversations and opportunities for reflection. In her free time, Kaitlin enjoys going to concerts, hosting dinner parties with friends and family, and being outdoors.

Siona Mondal

Siona Mondal is from Pleasanton, California. She is a sophomore in the College majoring in Political Economy with a minor in Math. On campus she’s involved in the Women’s Ultimate Frisbee team, ESCAPE, and the GUSA Elections Commission. She also serves as a member of the Executive Committee of SIPS, the Center for Social Justice’s Social Innovation Public Service fund. Off campus Siona has interned for Congresswoman Barbara Lee, and in the summer, she is working on a farm in Ireland to learn more about sustainable agriculture. Passionate about the intersection of finance and government, Siona is excited to explore how sustainable investment and economic policy can be leveraged to uplift communities. In her free time, you’ll probably find her chasing discs on Healy Lawn, teaching herself how to play the drums, or eating dim sum with friends.

Sunil Rosen

Sunil Rosen was born and raised in Newton, MA, and is pursuing majors in Computer Science and Economics with a concentration in Tech, Ethics, and Society. He is passionate about the intersection of technology and business, including the ethical concerns behind the implementation of artificial intelligence. At Georgetown, Sunil is an active member of Hoya Developers, being a front-end engineer for a project team, and Vital Vittles, having served as the Director of Purchasing from 2023-2024. Stemming from his interest in technological advancements, Sunil is working on a Blockchain research project with Professor Shin’ichiro Matsuo. Moreover, he coaches basketball for elementary schools in the DC area through the Active Play organization. Sunil was also previously a research assistant for the BIDMC Hospital in Boston, working with MIT postgraduate researchers to construct an image processing program. During the summer of 2024, Sunil will be interning as a software engineer at Acquia to build on his back-end programming skills. In his free time, Sunil enjoys playing basketball as a member of the Georgetown club team, traveling, skiing, cooking, and dining out.

Arnoldo Sandoval Garcia

Arnoldo Sandoval was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and is pursuing a major in American Studies. On campus, he is a member of the Zeta Psi fraternity and is a student worker at the Red House. He has a long-standing interest in the evolution of small businesses due to his position at Rogers Produce, where he was able to see firsthand the challenges and opportunities faced by local enterprises. Arnoldo is passionate about exploring the intersection of entrepreneurship, community development, and cultural heritage. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking, exercising, and spending quality time with loved ones.

Sarah Whitehouse

Sarah Whitehouse is from Suffield, Connecticut and is pursuing a double major in Economics and History. On campus, Sarah serves as CEO of Georgetown Global Consulting, an undergraduate nonprofit that aims to drive development from the ground up by providing tailored solutions to NGOs in developing countries. She is also involved in the Georgetown Institute of Politics’ Student Advisory Board asCo-Chair of the Fellows Program, a role that enables her to support the Institute’s goal of facilitating constructive conversations across the political spectrum. Fascinated by the intersection of government and business, Sarah is interested in how the private-public sector relationship can be optimized to promote economic mobility and opportunity. Specifically, she is interested in federal investment in innovation, consumer protection, antitrust, and the growth of work-based learning programs. Sarah has enjoyed exploring her passions through internships at the office of Senator Chris Murphy and the Bipartisan Policy Center and is looking forward to researching apprenticeship policy this summer at the Urban Institute. In her free time, Sarah enjoys yoga, exploring D.C., and spending time with her friends.

Jayla Wideman

Jayla Wideman was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. She is an economic major with a minor in French and Francophone studies, and a prospective minor in creative writing. On campus, she is the financial secretary and social media chair of the Omicron Pi chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. She is also the managing editor of the Blaxa Media Group, Georgetown cheerleader, and a model for Added to The File. Jayla is devoted to improving the inequities in our society through diverse avenues, including business. She is particularly passionate about improving economic inequity through financial literacy and making art accessible regardless of financial status.

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Class of 2027

Charlie Berger

Charlie Berger was born and raised in New York City and is pursuing a major in Political Economy with a minor in Philosophy. Outside of the classroom, he is the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Desk Head at Zeeba Investment Group and a Start-Up Consultant at Georgetown Ventures. In these roles, Charlie mentors younger members of his clubs and helps them learn the fundamentals of value investing and financial modeling. Charlie is passionate about the intersection of entrepreneurship and finance, serving as the president of the board of the 501(c)3 non-profit microlending organization, MyFi, he co-founded in high school. MyFi provides credit to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs throughout the developing world. Charlie can be found on the roads of D.C., Maryland, and Virginia on his road bike with Georgetown’s Club Cycling Team of which he is the Captain and Treasurer. In his free time, Charlie enjoys collecting selvedge denim, reading classics, and enjoying the DC food scene.

Sofia Gershanik

Sofia Gershanik was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana and is pursuing an American Musical Cultures major with a Spanish and Psychology double minor. She is passionate about the intersection of business and music, with a focus on emerging technologies and the impact streaming platforms will have on industry growth. On campus, she is an active member of Corp Catering, having served as the Manager of Food Products from 2024-2025, coordinating delivery and quality issues with major food distributors. Sofia also currently works as the Fundraising Chair for HoyaTHON, an organization that fundraises for the treatment and care costs of the patients at Children’s National Hospital of D.C. Additionally, she sits on the Georgetown Program Board as a Concerts Chair, communicating with agents, musical artists, and production teams to organize live concerts on campus. Previously, Sofia has worked as a Test Preparation Teacher in both New Orleans and in the D.C. area for The Power Courses and Capital Educators, and she specializes in teaching the verbal sections of the ACT, SAT, and PSAT. In her free time, Sofia sings and writes her own songs on the piano. She also enjoys cooking, traveling, and going to see live music. She can often be found hosting dinner parties or playing recreational sports with friends.

Laura Hoffman

Laura Hoffmann currently lives in Telluride, Colorado, but grew up in Chicago, Tokyo, Singapore, and Boston. Laura is pursuing a major in English with minors in Theology and Business Studies. On campus, she is a Creative Consultant for the Georgetown Marketing Association, a Public Relations team member for Georgetown Retail and Luxury Association, and a leader at the John Main Center for Meditation & Dialogue. Outside of Georgetown, Laura works at the Holy Trinity School as an aftercare worker for students ages Pre-k and K. In these roles, Laura has the opportunity to use her thoughtfulness, curiosity, and love of taking care of others in her work. In the future, Laura hopes to find the intersection of these strengths alongside her inclination towards creativity through business in the fashion or hospitality industries. In her free time, Laura loves to cook with her family, read books, spend time outside with friends, try new foods and pastries, and travel.

Larissa Johnson

Larissa Lourdes Johnson is from Omaha, Nebraska. She is currently pursing majors in both Government and Sociology. Passionate about political section intersectionality and governmental relations on business, Larissa studies societal inequalities and their broader institutional consequences. On campus, she serves as the Director and former General Manager of the Midnight MUG, a service of The Students of Georgetown Incorporated (The Corp) located in Lauinger Library. Alongside this, she is a member of the Georgetown Scholars Program (GSP) and serves on their student board as an Underclassmen Representative and Marketing Coordinator. She also serves as a peer mentor for fellow first-generation and/or low-income students in GSP, guiding them through their Georgetown experience. She also is involved in the Georgetown’s Institute of Politics through her role on the Student Advisory Board (SAB) as the Communications and Marketing Chair, a role in which she created the branding and marketing materials for SAB and greater GU Politics events. In the Fall 2025 Semester, Larissa will be serving as a Course Assistant for Master the Hidden Curriculum, a course for FGLI first-years that aids in helping them adjust and navigate their first year of the college experience. In addition to assisting faculty, she will lead one session per class week, creating a safe space for FGLI first year students in their first fall on the Hilltop. In her free time, Larissa is often found in Lauinger or at various coffee shops around the DC area. She also enjoys spending time reading books of any kind on the lawn or simply enjoying time with her family and friends.

Kwynton “TJ” Johnson

Kwynton “TJ” Johnson hails from Owings Mills, Maryland, and is pursuing a major in Economics. On campus, TJ participates in the Hoya Business Operations, the College Academic Council, the Georgetown Aerospace and Defense Investment Fund, and The Stratagem Initiative. TJ is also a Co-founder of the Georgetown University Spades Club. Outside of school, TJ is employed by the Department of Defense, which prompted his interest in the intersection of government and business. He aspires to bring the values of integrity, accountability, and selflessness he cultivated in the federal government to the business space to promote ethical finance practices. In TJ’s free time, he enjoys playing cards, working out, and supporting the Dallas Cowboys, who are his pick to win the Super Bowl every year.

Megan LaForge

Megan LaForge was born and raised in New York City. She is currently pursuing a major in Economics with minors in Spanish and Business Studies. Outside of the classroom, Megan is a member of Georgetown’s Women’s Squash Team which recently won the Divisional Team National Championship for the second consecutive year. Megan is also an inaugural and active member of Athletes Invest, an organization founded by Hoya athletes to help student-athletes build on the skills they develop on-field to prepare for careers in business. Away from the Hilltop, Megan applies her Spanish language skills as a volunteer with the Central American Resource Center (CARECEN), supporting Latino immigrants in Washington, DC on their path to citizenship. Megan hopes to one day pursue a career in business, ideally drawing on her interests in women’s sports and bridging communities through language. In her free time, she enjoys yoga, exploring new coffee shops, and spending time with friends, family, and her dog, Tate.

Maggie Liu

Maggie Liu is from Long Island, New York, and is pursuing majors in Economics and Government and a minor in Statistics. Interested in the intersection of sustainability and business, Maggie serves as a Project Manager for Georgetown Eco-Consultants, where she has led initiatives ranging from waste audits at historic sites to competitive benchmark analyses for sustainable fashion brands. She also sits on the board of Green Bowl, an intercollegiate sustainability competition that encourages innovation and collaboration around environmental solutions. Maggie is deeply committed to educational equity, having volunteered through Jumpstart and served as an SAT tutor with Teach for America, working to expand access to high-quality educational opportunities for all students. Maggie also has a growing interest in entrepreneurship and emerging technologies. She currently interns at Silicon Legal Strategy, a law firm specializing in startup and technology law, where she researches and tracks AI policy and regulation. In her free time, Maggie is a huge foodie and can be found trying out new recipes, discovering hole-in-the-wall restaurants with friends, and hunting down the best desserts in D.C.

Joseph Long

Joseph Long was born and raised in Vienna, VA, and is currently pursuing majors in Government and Philosophy. He is interested in the intersection between business and policy, particularly with regard to international regulation in emerging tech sectors. To that end, he has interned in Congress with Representatives Connolly and Hoyer, working on issues related to NATO and financial services respectively. His interest in international relations prompted his current research on US policy towards Iran and the private sector’s role within that relationship. Joseph is also participating in Goergetown’s US-China Dialogue, an interpersonal exchange program focusing on issues such as global security, climate change, and international trade, to facilitate more productive Sino-American relations. Beyond his academic interests, he is part of Friday Foods, where he makes and distributes sandwiches to DC’s local homeless population. Joseph loves the NBA, reading, and listening to music.

Corey Madison

Corey Madison is a sophomore from Newark, NJ, majoring in American Studies with a concentration in sports entertainment. His interests center on the intersection of culture, commerce, and identity, particularly within the sports and media industries. At Georgetown, Corey serves as President of the NAACP chapter, where he leads advocacy, programming, and community engagement efforts. As Director of Logistics for Georgetown Mock Trial, he manages operations and strategy for a nationally competitive team. He also co-leads “Chop It Up,” a student-driven initiative focused on fostering wellness, dialogue, and empowerment within Georgetown’s Black community. Through his leadership roles, Corey has developed a strong foundation in project management, strategic thinking, and inclusive leadership which are all skills he plans to bring into the workforce. In his free time, Corey hosts a radio show and can often be found watching sports or listening to new music.

Jackson Wuepper

Jackson Wuepper is from Los Angeles, California. He is pursuing a major in Economics with minors in Business Studies and Classical Studies. He had the opportunity to explore his interest in broader economic policy through his work at a search fund, where he has enjoyed learning about various industries and their relationships with the overall markets. Additionally, as a Georgetown Campus Partner with Crew Dog, he has been able to feed his entrepreneurial interests by helping scale a student-founded college merchandise startup. On campus, he also contributes to The Hoya’s business operations division, where he works to support the growth of the newspaper. In his free time, he loves spending time outdoors surfing, hiking, and playing pickleball. He enjoys cooking, grilling, and listening to and sharing music with friends.

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