Christopher McConkey
Arcata, California
Amherst College, Class of 2010
Driven by his passion for learning, Chris always tries to expand his knowledge of the universe, the world, and the individual. He takes a special interest in trying to understand the history, development, social structure, and relationships between different world cultures and ultimately how man and his societies have evolved over time. Alongside cultural evolution, he also fosters a strong interest in the evolution of language. Together with amateur astronomy and playing the trumpet, studying Latin on his own is one of his favorite hobbies; Chris balances his time between school and working to help support his family. He is a grounded individual who believes that one should always keep themselves and the world in perspective. Chris hopes that through his passion for culture and language he will not only come to better understand himself and the world in which he lives, but be able to instill a respect for cultural diversity and a motivation for human progress in others.
