With the Fall Term behind us and Wintersession underway, Junior Prefect Ethan Fehrenbaker ’24 is making the most of his senior year at Trinity-Pawling. In addition to being the Prefect of Zeal, he is also a captain and goalie for varsity hockey; an admissions tour guide; and a member of seven clubs on campus, including Model UN, Spirit Club, Futsal Club, Ball Hockey Club, Key Club, Relay for Life, and Sign Language Club.
We caught up with Ethan this week to learn more about his leadership roles, the hockey season, his Senior Independent Project, and his goals for the rest of the year.
What does your role as Prefect of Zeal entail?
EF: Being the Prefect of Zeal involves energizing and rallying the student body for activities, and encouraging everyone at the School to attend games and cheer loudly. So far this year, with the help of many, I have organized the Fall Dorm Olympics, which I plan to do for every term this year.
Tell us about the hockey season ahead. What are you most excited about?
EF: I am incredibly excited for the hockey season. This year, our team is one of the closest teams I have been a part of, and I look forward to seeing our growth over the next few months. I’m most excited about the Avon Old Farms Christmas Classic this month. It’s a fantastic tournament and a great way to spend time with my teammates before Christmas break.
How is your Senior Independent Project going?
EF: For my Senior Independent Project this year, I am collecting student, faculty, and coach data regarding the current locker rooms in the Smith Field House. I have been creating surveys and will generate survey groups from the information I learn. My goal for the end of this is to have a plan for the School — so when the time comes for that area to be renovated, there will be input from the community on what specifically could be improved.
You are involved in so many clubs on campus! Do you have a favorite?
EF: My favorite club would have to be the Futsal Club. I was never great at soccer, nor did I have a chance to play it. Futsal Club has allowed me to gather once a week at a convenient time to play soccer with kids from all grades, and it has also allowed me to interact with and get to know new people.
What are 3 things on your Senior Bucket List?
EF: Before graduating this spring, I’d like to:
1. Get to know as many people as possible on a personal level.
2. Lead the hockey team to a successful season.
3. Help strengthen the brotherhood in a way that will carry on when my time at Trinity-Pawling is over, by stressing the importance of leading by example and involvement in the community.
What is your favorite meal in Scully Hall?
EF: The chicken tostada bowls!
What 3 words would you use to describe your Trinity-Pawling experience?
EF: Transforming, Growth, Brotherhood
How has being a Prefect enhanced your senior year so far?
EF: Being a Prefect allows me to be involved in all aspects of the School community. It has given me the opportunity to give a Chapel Talk and share my advice for taking advantage of all that Trinity-Pawling has to offer.
by Emma Quigley