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About BSAAC

The Bowdoin Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (BSAAC) is a committee comprised of student-athletes representing every team on campus that comes together to provide insight on, and support for, the student-athlete experience. The BSAAC offers input to the Athletic Department administrative team on policies and procedures that affect student-athletes' day-to-day experience on campus, engages in programming to bring attention to the athletic experience on campus, and coordinates several community service initiatives within our campus and local community.

Chairs of the BSAAC operating committees meet with the Director of Athletics and coaching staff liaison and Head Coach of Women's Basketball Megan Phelps every other week to ensure there are exceptional lines of communication between student-athletes and athletic department administrators. BSAAC operating committees include Community Service, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, First Year Integration, Mental Health, and Social Media.

Bowdoin vs. Emory - NCAA Women's Tennis (Stockton Photo) Football celebration

Cancer Awareness Initiative

Bowdoin College athletes are coming together to make a significant impact through a special giving campaign benefiting the patients of New England Cancer Specialists. This initiative, driven by the passion and dedication of the student-athletes, aims to support individuals battling cancer by providing essential resources and care. Throughout their games this year, Bowdoin's athletes will be promoting the campaign, encouraging fans, alumni, and community members to contribute and join them in making a difference in the lives of cancer patients.
New England Cancer Specialists is a leading provider of comprehensive cancer care in the region, and the funds raised through this campaign will directly support their mission of offering top-tier medical treatment, compassionate support, and innovative therapies to those in need. By choosing to align their athletic efforts with a cause that touches so many, the Bowdoin College athletes are not only demonstrating their commitment to excellence on the field but also their dedication to giving back to the community in a meaningful way.

To support this local initiative to benefit New England Cancer Specialists, please visit the Bowdoin contribution website.  Questions regarding New England Cancer Specialists and how to support the organization can be sent to Financial Coordinator Seth Blanchard at blancs@newecs.org.

Keito Ishibashi

Leadership Team

Anyi Sun
President

Anyi Sun is the current President of the Bowdoin Student Athlete Advisory Committee. She is a senior on the women’s ice hockey team and plays forward. Academically, she is a Computer Science and Mathematics double major pursuing a minor in Visual Arts. Previously, she has served as class vice president and afterwards, as vice president of the Bowdoin Student Government. She has also worked as an executive member of the Athletes of Color Coalition and served as the DEI chair on BSAAC last year. Anyi aims to foster more collaboration with groups across campus, champion support for her fellow competing polar bears, and contribute to the community at Bowdoin and beyond!

Nina Fearon
Nina Fearon
Vice President

Nina Fearon is the current BSAAC Vice President and served as a member of the committee her sophomore year and as Community Outreach chair her junior year. She is a captain of the women's swimming and diving team and the club water polo team. Outside of athletics, Nina works for the sustainability office on campus, tutors English for New Mainers, contributes to The Orient, and participates in outing club programming. She also enjoys learning new languages and making espresso.

Carly Davey
Social Media Committee Chair

Carly Davey is the current chair of the Social Media Committee for BSAAC. Last year she led this same committee and is looking forward to continuing to celebrate the success of Polar Bear student-athletes. Carly is a senior captain of the Women's Basketball team at Bowdoin and plays point guard, which she argues is the best and most fun position on the court. Academically, Carly is an Economics and Digital and Computational Studies coordinate major. She is a learning assistant for classes in these departments and enjoys getting to work with the incredible professors in them. In her free time she likes hanging out with her teammates and friends, going to other Bowdoin sporting events, and watching movies.

Womens Soccer Team Photos
Kyra Hacker
Fall Semester First Year Integration Committee Chair | Spring Semester Mental Health Committee Chair

Kyra Hacker is the First Year Integration Chair during the fall and the Mental Health Committee Chair during the spring on the Bowdoin Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. Kyra was previously the Mental Health Committee Chair of BSAAC last fall and also participated in the partnering mental health club, The Hidden Opponent. Kyra is a captain of the Women’s Soccer Team, playing defense for the polar bears. Academically, she is a neuroscience major and a digital and computational studies minor. Outside of school and sports, Kyra is a data science learning assistant and has worked as an intramural sports official at Bowdoin. She has also been a part of the Bear Buddies Club on campus and participated in the LEAD program.

Womens Soccer Team Photos
Mary Rainey
Fall Semester Mental Health Committee Chair

Mary Rainey is the Mental Health Committee Chair for the 2025 Fall Semester for the Bowdoin Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. This will be her second year as co-chair of the committee and prior to that she served on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee of BSAAC. Mary is also an officer on The Hidden Opponent, a club focusing on advocating for athletes' mental health. Mary is a junior midfielder on the Women's Soccer Team. She is majoring in Neuroscience and Computer Science with a Digital and Computational Studies minor. Mary works as a LA in the DCS and Computer Science departments. Mary has participated in the LEAD program and worked as an intramural sports official at Bowdoin. She is passionate about mental health advocacy and creating a culture of understanding and compassion in athletics and the greater Bowdoin community.

Womens Soccer Team Photos
Emilia Tutun
Community Outreach Committee Chair

Emilia Tutun, a senior, is the current Community Service Chair for BSAAC. Last year, Emilia served on the community service committee and wanted to continue contributing service efforts to the greater community, both at Bowdoin and beyond. Emilia is on the Bowdoin women’s soccer team, but is also a senior analyst for Polar Investment club, a mentor for Strong Girls United, and an active volunteer of Bwise. Emilia has also held various jobs on campus, such as being a Chemistry LA, Cafe Assistant, and Economics Grader. Academically, Emilia is pursuing a double major in Neuroscience and Economics. In her free time, Emilia enjoys any and all outdoor activities, hanging out with friends, and painting.

Tori Bacall
Sustainability Committee Chair

Tori Bacall is the co-chair of the Sustainability Committee. She served as a member of the BSAAC mental health committee during the 2024-2025 academic year. Tori is entering her senior year at Bowdoin and is a member of the women’s cross country and track and field teams. This year will be her second year serving as a cross country captain. She is a Biology and Environmental Studies Coordinate Major and is passionate about pursuing scientific research that informs environmental conservation. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, swimming in the ocean, and cooking. She is excited about the newly formed sustainability committee, which she hopes will help team leaders use their influence to promote sustainable practices.

Volleyball Team Photos
Annie Stent
Sustainability Committee Chair

Annie Stent is a member of the women’s volleyball team and a co-chair of the Sustainability Committee. Annie is a junior majoring in Environmental Studies and Government and Legal Studies and minoring in Sociology. Outside of volleyball and classes she is the Layout Editor for Bowdoin Harpoon and loves to be outside and spend time with her friends. She is very passionate about the environment and the fight against climate change. She cannot wait to help make Bowdoin athletics as green as can be and to foster a deeper commitment to our environment within the athletic department!

Owen Weller
DEI Committee Chair

Owen Weller is the current Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the Bowdoin Student Athletic Advisory Committee and a member of the Bowdoin men's swim and dive team. A Biochemistry and Hispanic Studies double major, Owen hopes to attend medical school following graduation. Aside from serving on BSAAC, Owen is also the Assistant Tour Guide of Recruiting and Training, a tutor for Multilingual Mainers, and the President of Bowdoin's Rotaract Club. He recently spent the summer in Madrid, Spain to pursue his interest in achieving Spanish fluency. In his free time, catch Owen at Wild Oats or watching TV with friends. Owen hopes to build a more inclusive athletic, and overall, community at Bowdoin by working closely with Bowdoin admissions, the McKeen Center of Common Good, and the Bowdoin Athletic Department this year.

Mardy Novak
First Year Integration Committee Chair

Mardy Novak is the chair of the First Year Integration Committee in the Spring. She has previously served on the first year integration committees during her sophomore year. As a Government and Legal Studies Major, she has a goal to pursue a career in public policy. For the past two years, she has competed on the track and field team as a thrower and is excited for the upcoming season! When Mardy isn’t at practice, you could probably find her in the craft center or hanging out with friends! She is very excited to make the transition to college as seamless for first year athletes as possible and share what it means to be a polar bear with the class of 2029!