Honor Society® member
Gavin Elias
- Entreprenurship
- Class of 2026
- West Hartford, Connecticut
Member since April 2025
About
I am currently pursuing a B.S. in Entrepreneurship at the University of Hartford’s Barney School of Business with a 3.47 GPA. As a first-generation college student and youth with lived experience in foster care, I’ve remained committed to academic excellence, personal growth, and leadership.
I’ve completed an internal audit internship at Liberty Bank, studied abroad in both Australia and Costa Rica, and am now preparing to enter an MBA program at Quinnipiac University while participating in Army ROTC. My long-term goal is to become a small business owner and empower others through entrepreneurship, community service, and mentorship.
Honor Society membership is a proud milestone on my journey one built on resilience, grit, and the drive to make a meaningful impact.
Education
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University of Hartford
Entrepreneurship/Finance
2022 – 2026
Honors and awards
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president's honor roll
Achieved a 4.0 GPA during the semester; awarded for academic excellence and maintaining full-time enrollment at the University of Hartford.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Independent Small Business Owner
- Graduate school interests
Quinnipiac University – MBA with Army ROTC
- Outside the classroom
I enjoy running and training for endurance races, including half and full marathons. I’m also passionate about chess and founded my university's Chess Club, where I lead events that promote strategy and community engagement. In addition, I love working on entrepreneurial projects—especially supporting small businesses and developing marketing strategies. These hobbies help me stay disciplined, creative, and community-focused.
Experience
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Internal Audit intern
Liberty Bank
May 2024 – Aug 2024
Languages
- Spanish Fluent
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