Hayden Ovanes

Hayden Ovanes

Hayden Ovanes graduated from Masconomet Regional High School in Boxford, Massachusetts and chose to attend SMU due to the wealth of research and internship opportunities available. The positivity of the student body seemed to her like the ideal scenario for college life. Hayden also appreciates the university’s dedication to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where the students and professors respect one another. She intends to major in chemistry on the pre-law track while developing her interests in public policy and human rights. While in high school, Hayden was a member of National Honor Society and National French Honor Society, as well as an AP Scholar and a recipient of the Smith Book Award. She participated in Model United Nations where she served as treasurer during her senior year, French club, and the Math team. Outside of school, Hayden coached a U-12 girls’ soccer team and worked at a restaurant. Hayden describes herself as a passionate learner who wants to continue to grow within the education provided at SMU. Her favorite books are Mitch Albom’s The Time Keeper and James McBride’s The Color of Water.