Connor Markwell ’28 is from Chapel Hill, NC. As a Business Administration and Economics double major with a minor in Data Science, Connor’s professional interests include consulting, social impact, and economic development. Connor decided to become a Luther Hodges Scholar because the program offers structure and direction to his long-standing commitment to social impact. The focus on cross-sector leadership and experiential opportunities aligns with his goal of leveraging private sector work for public good, as Connor aims to join the Peace Corps after graduating.

In addition to being a Luther Hodges Scholar, Connor is the business development coordinator & consultant for Carolina Sports Consulting Group, vice president of recruitment for Carolina Consulting Prep, vice president of ritual & community service chair for Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity, serves on the Board of Education for Moneythink, and is a consultant for Ascend Consulting Group. Connor’s hobbies include fishing, weightlifting, hiking, and reading non-fiction.