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A single instance can transform everything. For Samantha Mansolf ’25, that instance occurred in the wake of a life-changing car crash during her senior year of high school. This event recalibrated her viewpoint and directed her toward a journey of significant self-exploration, prompting her to shift from her initial pursuits to major in studio arts, focusing on graphic design and photography, at Salve Regina University.
This is the narrative of a student who has seized every chance Salve provides. Ranging from steering the baseball team through a record-breaking season to guiding first-generation students and enhancing her artistic skills, Mansolf exemplifies the remarkable capacity of a comprehensive education.
Tailoring her Salve journey
Prior to her accident, Mansolf was determined to become a mathematics educator. Mathematics had consistently come easy to her, and she excelled in the subject during her high school years. Nevertheless, the accident made it difficult for her to connect with numbers as she previously did.
Encountering this unforeseen hurdle, Mansolf made the courageous choice to change direction and delve into art during her undergraduate studies – a domain in which she had no previous background.
As she entered Salve as a studio arts major, she discovered a supportive atmosphere in the Department of Art and Art History that enabled her to thrive. In this major, where students frequently address instructors by their first names, Mansolf found an ally in Gerry Perino, a painter and now-retired associate professor.
“I lacked confidence in myself, especially during my first semester. I recall taking a drawing class and thinking, ‘There’s no way,’” Mansolf articulated. “But Gerry was fantastic – he helped me understand that through art, I can still engage in the things that I cherish.”
Having been involved in sports her entire life, Mansolf wished to blend this passion into her academic pursuits, but struggled to envision how. Although arts and athletics may appear to be at opposite poles, Jodie Mim Goodnough, an associate professor in the department, aided Mansolf in picturing a future where both could coexist.
In addition to her academic and creative engagements, Mansolf has taken on various leadership positions throughout her tenure at Salve. She serves as the public relations coordinator for Sigma Phi Sigma, the Mercy National Honor Society; social media coordinator for Mosaic, Salve’s student newspaper; student manager of the football and baseball squads; and has previously acted as a peer mentor at the University and a student aide in the Pathways Program.
Mansolf ’25 in her capacity as public relations coordinator for Sigma Phi Sigma.
“While I uncovered numerous interests here, Salve chiefly introduced me to my passion for service. That’s where I find fulfillment, and it’s what brings me joy,” remarked Mansolf.
Mansolf’s commitment to service is evident in her involvement with the Pathways Program, where she assists first-generation students and their families navigating the college admission process.
“I’ve been lucky to receive ample support during my time here,” she reflected. “I aimed to ensure others felt empowered as they began their own journeys.”
Field, focus, and frame
When the Salve baseball team broke school records last spring, Mansolf, the student manager of the team, cheered for them from the dugout. Her role as manager extended beyond logistics and scorekeeping – she also documented vital moments of the season with her camera and provided assistance that allowed players to concentrate during the historic season.
Mansolf views her experience with the baseball program as a mirror of her outlook on life: seizing opportunities and uplifting those around her.
“By being open to new experiences, I have been able to partake in these once-in-a-lifetime moments at Salve, and I eagerly anticipate continuing this journey during my final semester here,” stated Mansolf.
Mansolf ’25 performing her duties as a student manager.
Mansolf’s numerous extracurricular activities have not hindered her development as an artist; instead, they have enriched her perspective.
Whether capturing the thrill of a tense inning or photographing Salve’s equestrian team, her capability to view the world through multiple lenses has blossomed at Salve.
“It made me truly fall in love with action photography,” said Mansolf. “These encounters have been incredibly vital in providing me with real-world experience while engaging in something I greatly enjoy.”
As Mansolf approaches graduation, her journey illustrates what a well-rounded education at Salve can unveil: the opportunity to pursue passions, lead decisively, and forge meaningful connections.
“The community here is unparalleled, and I absolutely would not have spent my last four years anywhere else.”
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