Jude Ortega

Senator

Fordham College at Rose Hill, Class of 2025

Major(s): Biological Sciences

Minor: Psychology

Clubs: FUEMS, Surgical Society, ACE, Fordham Career Center Ambassador, Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Human Development & Social Justice Lab + Vision and Memory Lab, MAPS, Badminton Club, Pharmacy Technician, Fordham Ski & Snowboard

Pronouns: Any Pronouns

Why did you join USG?

I’ve always been passionate about being inclusive of others. Growing up I knew what it was like to feel like an outsider and refuse to let people feel that way at Fordham. I aim to spearhead more inclusionary events and programs that cater to niche groups of individual who may be falling between the cracks in terms of gaining the necessary resources they need to succeed.

What are you hoping to accomplish this year?

Back when I was a freshman, I adored events held during Orientation, arguably this was the time I made the most diverse friends outside my major, outside FCRH, and outside my usual interests. This year I hope to start up more cultural engagement programs that’ll be reminiscent of that feeling and allow our student to feel more intertwined than ever.

What is your hometown?

Queens, New York

What has been your favorite class at Fordham so far?

Cognitive Neuroscience

What is your favorite thing about Fordham?

The numerous amount of clubs and resources.

Where to reach me:

jortega32@fordham.edu