Morgan Bajish ’21
Program Administrator, Rochester Area Community Foundation
Arriving at Fisher with a passion for social justice, Morgan Bajish knew she wanted to create change. Bajish is grateful for the career exposure she received during her undergraduate studies. “Fisher further solidified how important it is for me to be doing work that benefits the Rochester community.”
While studying political science, she focused on the intersection of race, crime, and politics. Bajish believes her work at Fisher challenged her to be the strong writer and critical thinker she is today. She delved into issues that meant something to her. “In the courses I took I was always able to write about the issues that I truly cared about, which kept my passion strong rather than having to put the issues that mattered to me on pause to complete coursework.”
Bajish now works as the program administrator for community programs at the Rochester Area Community Foundation. There, she is responsible for bridging a connection between local nonprofits and the Foundation.
During her time at Fisher, Bajish was active in the Political Action Club and First Generation Scholars program. Now, she encourages students to take advantage of connecting on campus. “These experiences culminated to show my commitment to social justice as I entered the workforce.”
Dylan MacQuoid ’20
Coordinator at the New York State Assembly
Inspired by his father’s dedication to service as a retired Admiral in the Navy, Dylan MacQuoid has always wanted to positively impact his community. “I’ve always viewed politics as a way to help people and make the world a better place,” explained the 2020 graduate.
MacQuoid majored in political science and communication during his time at Fisher. Now, he is a coordinator at the New York State Assembly where he drafts press releases, scripts, press advisories, and newspaper op-eds for members of the Assembly. MacQuoid also ran a campaign for a local member of the Assembly who won their reelection race.
“Fisher prepared me for my role by teaching me how to manage my time and work efficiently,” said MacQuoid. “I was a member of the rowing team, involved in many different clubs, and I had various internships.” He credits these internship opportunities through Fisher as paving the way for his future. He has held positions working at the Monroe County Democratic Committee and the Capitol.
“The opportunities at Fisher are endless,” MacQuoid says as he urges students to take control of their education. “The support I received from professors at Fisher was invaluable, and I would not be where I am today without them!”
Isabella Peracchi ’25
Bella Peracchi described her journey at Fisher as nothing short of remarkable. As a dedicated political science major, Peracchi maximized the advantages of a supportive academic community. “The small class sizes and nurturing environment have allowed me to participate more in class over the years, significantly improving my public speaking skills.”
In the fall of her senior year, Peracchi took her education to new heights by participating in the SUNY Washington program. During her time in D.C., Peracchi worked as a public policy fellow with the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), a nonprofit committed to combating sexual exploitation. This role offered her an insider’s view of crafting and implementing public policy. During her internship, she collaborated closely with the policy team, conducting outreach to congressional offices to advocate for legislation, visiting Capitol Hill to support bills, and engaging directly with survivors.
With her sights set on D.C., Peracchi is excited to embark on the next chapter of her journey. “Fisher’s political science program has set me up for success,” she explained. “The critical thinking skills I’ve gained, along with writing in-depth research papers and conducting research, have developed me into a strong writer and researcher.”