Madeline Silsby is a class of 2028 History major at the University of Notre Dame, with a minor in Constitutional Studies. Her interests are related to democracy and human development, especially when connected to law, religion, and education. On campus, she is a researcher for Innovation for Impact, a club that supports women’s career development at St. Bakhita’s Vocational Training Center in Kalongo, Uganda. She also is active within College Mentors for Kids, Women in International Security, and Campus Ministry.
Through the Kellogg Developing Researchers Program, Madeline is eager to strengthen her research skills and contribute to meaningful change by collaborating with faculty. She hopes to further cultivate her commitment to compassion and justice in order to pursue her academic and professional goals with greater purpose and integrity.