Splash Biography
JACK MAKETA, Yale senior studying political science
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Major: Political Science College/Employer: Yale Year of Graduation: 2026 |
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Brief Biographical Sketch:
Jack Maketa is a senior at Yale University studying Political Science, where he focuses on law and technology. When he’s not in the library, he works as an ocean rescue lifeguard on Long Beach Island, NJ. Jack is the third generation in his family to lifeguard the same beach, and he has spent 6 consecutive summers pulling swimmers from rip currents, training new guards, and competing in ocean rescue competitions along the Jersey shore. Jack loves teaching others about safety and survival in the ocean and is excited to share lifeguard stories, history, and practical skills with Splash students. Past Classes(Clicking a class title will bring you to the course's section of the corresponding course catalog)E5283: Baywatch: A History of Ocean Lifeguarding in Sprout Fall 2025 (Nov. 15 - 16, 2025)
Think lifeguarding is just sunglasses and chilling? From the 1800s watermen of Atlantic City to today’s advanced ocean rescuers equipped with jet skis and drones, lifeguarding has an action-packed history. In this class, you’ll learn about the history of American ocean rescue, the training lifeguards must do to keep patrons safe, and how to spot dangers like rip currents and dangerous surf. Come see what it really takes to keep the beach safe!
X5192: Baywatch: The History of Lifeguarding and How to Survive the Ocean in Splash Fall 2025 (Oct. 04, 2025)
Think lifeguards are just about sunglasses and red rescue cans? From early lifesaving crews in the 1800s to modern ocean rescue with jet skis and drones, lifeguarding has a rich history. This class, taught by two veteran ocean rescuers, dives into the history and evolution of lifeguarding while teaching you the real skills lifeguards use to keep people safe in the surf.
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