Christopher Harris
Bachelor of Arts: Politics
Minor
HistoryHonors
Summa Cum Laude
Thurgood Marshall
Valedictorian
Valedictorian
Hometown
Roseville, CaliforniaAward Bio
Christopher Harris was born in Roseville, California. At Saint Mary’s, he majored in Politics with a minor in History, developing a passion for foreign affairs. After interning on Capitol Hill, he narrowed that passion to counterterrorism and national security. Upon graduation, he plans to work for the federal government in Washington, D.C., as a counterterrorism intelligence officer.
My Greatest Supporters
My greatest supporters were my mom Dianne, my sister Caitlin, and my cousins Evan and Erin. I love you all and couldn't have done this without you! I also want to thank Andy, Patrick, Sophia, Madi, and Philip for always being there to help. And of course, I couldn't have done this last year without my wonderful girlfriend Ivett.
Favorite Saint Mary's Memory
My favorite memory was learning from Secretary of Defense and CIA Director Leon Panetta at his Institute for Public Policy. Hearing stories of his time in Congress, the OMB, the White House, CIA, and the DoD are all stories and lessons I will never forget. Our subsequent internship in D.C. during President Trump's first impeachment trial was also an experience I will never forget.
My Next Chapter
I have developed a passion for counterterrorism and national security, and I will be seeking positions in the Intelligence Community upon graduation. My dream job is to work at the White House on the National Security Council advising the President about terrorism and great power competition. Ultimately, I want to save lives and protect the country that has given me so much.
Clubs and Activities
Associated Student Government Executive InternAssociated Student Government Senator
Colleges Against Cancer Club Mission Leader
Politics Tutor
Admissions Office Student Ambassador
Favorite Quote
“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free.”