The Bell, Fall/Winter 2019

Six with a Saint: ANDREW GARY ’20

Senior Andrew Gary recently met up with The Bell to answer six quick questions in six minutes.

Gary, an active member of St. Martin’s Safety and Security Committee, conceptualized a bill in the Louisiana Legislature that was signed by Gov. John Bel Edwards in June 2019. The bill – Senate Bill 43, now Act 44 – aims to enhance school safety protocol through student participation. Gary says that experience encouraged him to establish The Youth Advocacy team of Louisiana, a student-run nonprofit organization that advocates on legislation and policy to benefit the youth of Louisiana.

Accomplishment you’re most proud of?

Founding the Youth Advocacy Team, a non-profit corporation, and expanding it across the state. Learn more at www.yatla.org.

Favorite StM tradition?

Senior Leadership Day.

Post-graduation plans?

Pursue an education that will allow me to serve my country either in the Coast Guard or the Foreign Service.

What is your favorite spot on campus?

The Martin Family Library

What is great about St. Martin’s in 15 words or less?

The great thing about StM is that it teaches students how to lead their peers.

What school activities do you participate in?

Varsity swim team, Speech and Debate, Model United Nations, Red Cross Club, student government, and the Safety and Security Committee.