Jonathan Curbelo (Rising 2nd-year student at Northwestern University)
Hey there! I'm Jonathan, a rising sophomore at Northwestern University studying education, economics, and social policy. Outside of school, I enjoy running, reading, and spending time with friends and family. I'm passionate about helping student find their best fit for college.
About me
- GenderMale
- Current academic yearSophomore
- Age19
- Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
- Academic focusEconomics
- Personality typeExtroverted
- College experience ratingAmazing
Tour type
- Campus tour
- Video chat
Hometown
Barrington, Illinois
Major(s)
Economics, Education, and Social Policy
Minor(s)
Philosophy, Spanish
Extracurriculars activities
- Greek life
- Club/Organization
- Job/Internship
- ROTC
- NCAA varsity sport
- Recreational sport
- Student government
- Community service
- Religious/Cultural group
- Art/Music/Performance
- Study abroad
- Other
Clubs, organizations & involvement
Associated Student Government (Deputy Speaker and former Senator), NU Track Club (long-distance runner), Peer Advisor, Summer Academic Workshop Counselor (mentor for first-generation college students), Undergraduate Latin American Pre-Law Association, and Northwestern Undergraduate Law Journal (staff writer).
Housing experience
- Dorm
- Off-campus house or apartment
- Fraternity or sorority house
- Home (Commuter)
- Other
Describe your college experience
College has been such a fun experience so far. While adjusting to the college lifestyle was initially difficult, I've learned how to adjust and have made so many new connections and memories that will be a huge part of my life going forward.
Tip for future students
Close mouths don't get fed. There are so many a amazing opportunities and new people to meet in college. Take advantage of every new opportunity you encounter and make the most out of it.
Favorite class
My favorite class at Northwestern so far has been Social Science Content for Teachers.
Career goals
After college, I hope to enter the field of education initially as a teacher and later moving on towards educational policymaking and higher education leadership.
Ideal way to spend a free night
My ideal way to spend a free night would going out to a restaurant in Chicago with my friends and taking a scenic walk along the Northwestern lakefill.
High school or secondary school
Barrington High School, Barrington, Illinois
Meeting point
The Arch
