Butler Institute Student Scholars

Muskan is a senior who is passionate about entrepreneurship and finance. At Babson, she is the president of The Women's Network and also a Cutler Center Assistant. Beyond academics, Muskan loves playing basketball and going Go-Karting. She is currently taking classes to earn her private pilot's license. As a Butler Scholar, she aspires to promote entrepreneurship and make a positive impact on campus!

Ja-riel Bailey is a dedicated Sophomore and Diversity Leadership scholar. At Babson, she is concentrating in Entrepreneurship and International Business, while serving in various roles such as Intern in the Office of First Gen Student Success, Campus Ambassador of The Women's Network, VP of Academic Affairs in SGA, member of the College Hearing Board, Creative Writer for The Babson Viridian, etc. With a strong passion for entrepreneurial innovation, sustainability, business operations, and inclusion, Ja-riel is the founder of Plan with Program, which provides effective self-reflection and therapy through journaling. She graduated from Gaston College in 2024 with an Associate in Arts degree and a Certificate in Business Administration, bringing a foundation of excellence and leadership to her work.  

Kimheat is a senior student concentrating in Business Analytics and Justice and Citizenship. She is also the Co-President of Habitat for Humanity Babson Chapter. In her free time, she likes reading and doing puzzles. Kimheat dreams of building her own business school back in Cambodia.

Vanessa is passionate about entrepreneurship and finance. Her ambition and relationship-building skills enabled her to become the founder and President of the Babson Women's Club Soccer and the President of The Women's Network. As a Butler Scholar, she aspires to promote entrepreneurship and make a positive impact on campus!

Ben is a senior from Viroqua, Wisconsin, concentrating in finance, although he is also considering accounting. At Babson, he enjoys staying up to date on financial news through the Wall Street Journal and checking WallStreetBets for fun. His interests include tennis and soccer.

David is a junior from Grafton, Wisconsin, interested in real estate and economics, with plans to attend law school. On campus, David is a member of the diving team, the real estate club, and the Russian-speaking society. As a Butler Scholar, he hopes to impact local-level policymaking through an entrepreneurial lens. Beyond Babson, David plans to find a career in corporate law and maybe even run for President. 

Celina is a senior student at Babson College with an interest in marketing and consulting. Beyond academics, she enjoys creating digital content, swimming, and watching YouTube vlogs.

Melissa Lohnes is a sophomore from Winchester, Massachusetts, who intends to concentrate in finance and real estate. She is a member of the Real Estate Club and Kappa Kappa Gamma. She is passionate about human health and improving people's daily environment. Additionally, the intersection of real estate, public policy, and community. In her free time, Missy enjoys the gym, camping, learning Italian, and animating.

Tahnoon is from the Class of 2026, with a Concentration in Finance & Legal Studies. He is a serial entrepreneur who runs multiple businesses, including being a professional charted musician, running a music label and entertainment capital fund, as well as a medical technology startup that helps mitigate patient noncompliance and loneliness within residential facilities. He is passionate about creating positive change and helping others through my businesses and sees the world of business as a conduit for social improvement and impact. He intends to go to law school after graduation to further both his education as well as his businesses and gain a deep understanding of the legal system within the United States and its role within business.