| Abbey Negin | Abbey Negin | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/negin_abbey.jpg | <p>​Abbey Negin, from Greensboro, North Carolina, is a double major in International Relations and Public Policy. She also has a minor in Jewish Studies w/ Hebrew Language. Abbey, a first-year, has big interests in foreign policy, world relations, and global politics and cooperation. After graduating with her BA, she plans to pursue a 4+1 program to obtain a Masters in Public Policy. Herc areer goals are to get involved with Interpol, the U.S. foreign service, or another diplomacy route. She will be in the Navy reserves beginning in 2023, and hopes to spend time there before moving on to her main career. At UD, Abbey is involved with March For Our Lives, Hillel, Community Engagement Scholars, Honors, and the World Scholars Program. Abbey will be studying abroad in Auckland, New Zealand, in the Spring of 2022, and going abroad again in Fall of 2022 to an undetermined location. In her free time, Abbey enjoys hanging with her cats and family, competitive swimming, reading, exploring new places, traveling, sewing, and art projects. She hopes being on this council will bring her closer to the University as an out-of-state student, and allow her to have an active role as a CAS student as she begins her on-campus journey. </p> | anegin@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=19 | |
| Abram Banoub | Abram Banoub | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Banoub_Abram_220202.png | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Abram Banoub, from Newark, Delaware, is a double
major in Biological Sciences and Psychology with a minor in History.
After receiving his bachelor’s degree, he plans to enter medical school
and pursue becoming a doctor with the United States Navy. He is part of
medical clubs across campus including the Foundation for International
Relief of Medical Children and Making Doctors. Abram worked as a medical
scribe at Kent Campus Bayhealth Hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic.
He is also involved with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship as a small
group leader. In his free time, he enjoys powerlifting, meteorology, and
travel. As a council member, he hopes to give his opinion on ways to
increase accessibility of the College of Arts and Sciences’ resources to
those who would greatly benefit. Overall, Abram looks forward to help
create the best possible experience for students in the College of Arts
and Sciences.</span>​<br></p> | abram@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=33 | |
| Afrin Mirza | Afrin Mirza | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/mirza-afrin.jpg | <p>Afrin is a Biological Sciences major with a minor in Women and Gender Studies, from Bear, Delaware. After graduating from the University, she plans to attend medical school and purse a career in medicine. Currently, she is a member of the Health Professionals Council, Muslim Student Association and the South Asian Student Association. She regularly volunteers for Lori’s Hands and is doing research for Sociology. In her free time, Afrin enjoys art, specifically painting, traveling, reading, and watching movies. As a council member, she is excited to bridge the gap between the students and the administration. She is eager to get started and help ensure that the next 4 years for everyone go as successful as possible.​<br></p> | afmirza@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=27 | |
| Alex Dewey | Alex Dewey | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Dewey_Alex.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Alex, from Felton, Delaware, is a double major
in Political Science and Public Policy and is an Economics minor. Also,
Alex is an Eagle Scout and likes reading Marcus Aurelius’s meditation
readings, while giving some of his free time toward working on a few
political campaigns. Additionally, he is a graduate of the University of
Delaware’s Associate in Arts Program (AAP) and is on track to graduate
with his undergraduate degrees in the spring of 2024. As part of the
AAP for two years, Alex dedicated his time toward promoting many
initiatives for the students within his program as a peer mentor and as
an AAP senator under the Student Government Association (SGA). Also
during his time in the AAP, Alex worked on newly forming a Director’s
Student Advisory Committee for the AAP, while also prioritizing students
in his programm on a wide variety of issues when reaching out to the director of the AAP, the dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, and
multiple faculty members of Student Life & Wellness. Currently,
Alex is still a peer mentor and now serves a new role in SGA as the
College of Arts and Sciences Academic Affairs senator. Now that he is
taking this new position in SGA, Alex looks forward to learning more
about and enhancing student life and engagement within the College of
Arts and Sciences, while looking to actively serve his community within
the College and the University as a whole. In relation to the value he
adds to the council, he hopes to use his skills and experience he gained
during his time as a student of the AAP, while combining his mindset of
learning more about the student body within the College of Arts and
Sciences in order to best represent the College in SGA.</span><br></p> | alexdew@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=36 | |
| Ally Lindsey | Ally Lindsey | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/LIndsey_ally.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Ally is a Fashion Merchandising & Management
major with minors in Business Administration and Advertising. She is an
active member of UDress Magazine, a student-run fashion magazine at UD,
as merchandise chair assistant and as part of the Public Relations
Team. Ally is also a member of the Sigma Kappa Sorority, previously
having the role of assistant VP of New Member Education. Ally is forging
her path professionally as a Spring 2022 buying intern at QVC and a
Summer 2022 merchandising intern at TJX Companies. Outside of academia
and professional activity, Ally enjoys spending time with friends and
family, cooking, and fitness. She hopes to go abroad during her senior
year and travel throughout Europe. Her goal as a council member is to be
a voice for the College of Arts and Sciences, bringing fresh
perspective, ideas, and input and putting her experience and knowledge
to use. Ally is excited to be more involved in the CAS, to work closely
with the council, and to represent the Fashion Department.</span><br></p> | alindsey@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=22 | |
| Anne Burmi | Anne Burmi | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Burmi_anne.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Anne is a Biological Sciences major with a minor
in Psychology, from Wilmington, Delaware. After UD, she plans to attend
medical school and pursue a career in medicine. Currently, she is a
member of the pre-med fraternity, Phi Delta Epsilon, regularly
volunteers at Nemours Children's Hospital, and works as a CHEM workshop
leader and BISC peer mentor on campus. Apart from academics, Anne enjoys
traveling, outdoor activities, art and design, and spending time with
her friends and family. She is very excited to become more involved in
the College of A&S and advocate for her peers. And ultimately,
ensure everyone gets the best experience while at UD.</span>​<br><br></p> | anneburm@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=23 | |
| Ava Green | Ava Green | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Green-Ava.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Ava Green, from Furlong, Pennsylvania, is
majoring in neuroscience and is on the pre-med track. Ava has always had
interest in pursuing the medical field and is choosing to specialize in
learning more about the brain with her time here at UD. After receiving
her bachelor’s in neuroscience, she plans to attend medical school to
further her education. Ava’s perfect career goal is to become a
neurologist that specializes in muscle movement disorders such as
Parkinson’s disease and ALS. Ava is a freshman at UD but has already
gotten involved by becoming a NET captain for student health and
wellness, and also a member of PROUD (Puppy Raisers of the University of
Delaware). In her free time, Ava enjoys spending time with her dogs and
family, skiing, reading, visiting her friends and listening to music.
She hopes by being on the Student Advisory Council that she can become
more involved within the U​niversity, but also be a voice for her peers
and all the students of the College of Arts and Sciences.</span><br></p> | avagreen@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=37 | |
| Casey Littrell | Casey Littrell | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Littrell_casey_220303.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Casey is a Mathematics major from Lancaster,
PA. He is vice president of the Math Club, and he plans to take part in the
math department's Directed Reading Program to study math topics under
the guidance of a UD graduate student. Casey is considering graduate
education in the future in order to pursue mathematical research. He is
also part of the Honors program at UD. In his free time he likes to
watch movies, run, bake and spend time with old friends. Casey is
looking forward to representing the math department on the council and
hopes to bring a new perspective to the conversation in doing so.</span><br></p> | littrell@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=34 | |
| Elyse DiPisa | Elyse DiPisa | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Elyse.jpeg | <p>​<span style="font-size:14px;">Elyse is a Media Communications major with minors in Journalism and Sport Management. At UD, she is a Blue Hen Ambassador, as well as being actively involved in the Student Television Network, Hens All Access, the National Communication Honor Society Lambda Pi Eta, and Tri Delta. In her spare time, Elyse enjoys photography, video production, attending sporting events, writing and traveling. She will be spending this coming Winter 2022 studying advanced writing abroad in Florence, Italy. After graduating in May of 2023, Elyse plans on either pursuing a career in television broadcast - sports, news, or entertainment - or pursuing a Master of Arts. She is excited to connect with other members of the council, to serve as a voice for fellow students, and to represent the Department of Communication.</span></p> | edipisa@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=21 | |
| Emily Yontas | Emily Yontas | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Yontas_Emily_2022.jpeg | <p><span class="wrap-text">Emily Yontas, from Scranton, Pennsylvania, is a
Biological Sciences major with a minor in Spanish in Healthcare. At
the University of Delaware, she is involved in the Biological Honor
Society, Tri-Beta, Medlife, along with being a peer mentor in BISC
related classes. </span><span class="wrap-text">Emily is also a part of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority
while avidly participating in UDance. After her studies at UD, she plans
to continue her education with a goal of being involved in pediatric
orthopedics. Outside of the University of Delaware, she loves spending
time with friends and family, exercising, traveling, and being with her
dog Finley, who is being trained by "Compassionate Care" to become a
therapy dog in the near future. Emily's main goal while on the council
is to be a voice for all of her peers who are in the College of Arts and
Sciences along with bringing a different perspective to the table. She
is beyond excited to have the opportunity to participate in this council
and continue to make UD a positive place for students.</span>​</p> | | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=28 | |
| Gianna Houck | Gianna Houck | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Gianna Houck.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Gianna Houck, from Fallston, Maryland, is a
first-year triple major in Psychology, Sociology and Criminal Justice
with a double minor in Forensic Science and Theatre Production. After
graduating, Gianna hopes to pursue a Ph.D. in Criminology or Forensic
Psychology. She is a Golden Girl Feature Twirler with the UD Marching
Band and a competitive baton twirler with many Maryland state,
Mid-Atlantic Regional and National titles. She is also an active member
of the Harrington Theatre Arts Company, one of UD’s student-run theater
groups, as a part of the carpentry, lighting and technical directing
teams. Gianna is involved in an on-campus Christian group called Cru and
participates in environmental groups such as the Students for the
Environment and Earth, Ocean, and Environment Club. Gianna also enjoys
outdoor activities with the Outing Club and relaxing with the Yoga Club.
Gianna is an avid lover of true crime documentaries and podcasts,
baking sweets for her family and friends, photography, dinosaurs,
discussing conspiracy theories, skiing, playing video games, and meeting
new people! She is extremely excited and grateful to have the
opportunity to work with the other members of the CAS Student Advisory
Council and represent the student body.</span><br></p> | gihouck@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=38 | |
| Isabella Andres | Isabella Andres | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Isabella Andres.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Bella is a Communications major, concentrating
in Public Relations. She is also pursuing minors in Advertising as well
as Integrated Design. As a first year student, she has become a part of
the Blue Hen Ambassador program, a member of the Public Relations
Student Society of America, and is an active intern for the Biden
Institute. Additionally, Bella is currently an applicant for the Student
Alumni Ambassador and Social Media Ambassador programs. Away from her
studies at UD, Bella enjoys traveling, exercising, going to the beach and spending time with friends and family. At the Biden Institute, Bella
works closely with their very own Student Advisory Council and is
looking forward to bringing some of that experience to the College of
Arts and Science’s council!</span><br></p> | bellandr@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=41 | |
| Jake Kalinowski | Jake Kalinowski | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/kalinowski-j.jpg | <p>​Jake is a Communication major and in the future plans to add a minor in Environmental Humanities. Jake loves to sing and is a member of Delaware’s a cappella group, the Deltones. He is also a part of several environmental groups on campus such as the Climate Reality Project, Earth Ocean Environment Club, and Students for the Environment. In addition to singing and environmental groups, Jake is training for his radio show with WVUD and helps film UD’s live talk show, RealTalk. To destress, Jake can be found hiking with the Outing Club, working out at Lil Bob, or relaxing with some friends with the yoga club. Outside of school activities, Jake love spending time with his friends and family, bike riding, and traveling. He hopes to someday study abroad in London or Australia. Jake is excited to work with other members of the council, to be a voice for his peers, and to represent the Communication Department.​<br></p> | jakekal@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=25 | |
| Jake Scanlon | Jake Scanlon | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Scanlon_Jake.jpg | <p>​Jake is a Political Science major and Journalism minor from Savannah, GA. Jake is an active participant in Registered Student Organizations — such as Hillel, College Democrats, and Student Alumni Ambassadors — and he is a Brother of Beta Theta Pi. His goal as a council member is to advocate for his peers and make their needs and concerns heard by the administration — especially during the COVID-19 pandemic that has left few avenues for this kind of communication. In his free time, Jake likes hiking, taking cycling classes, meditation, spending time with friends, and photography.</p> | scanlonj@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=16 | |
| John Salsini-Tobias | John Salsini-Tobias | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/salsini-tobias-j.jpg | <p>​John is a Biological Sciences (BA) major with minors in Spanish for Healthcare and History in the Honors College. He plans on attending medical school through the HPEC program after graduating in 2023. He is engaged in Alzheimer's research in a Biological Sciences lab with Dr. Jessica Tanis and spent his 2022 winter session on a study abroad program in Pavia, Italy to shadow a variety of medical specialists. Outside of class, he writes and edits for UDress Magazine, serves as a Bio Ambassador to guide prospective UD students, and volunteers at the Blood Bank of Delmarva. John enjoys to travel, hike, and run (or bike when he's injured).<br></p> | jst@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=29 | |
| Jonathan Hezel | Jonathan Hezel | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Jonathan Hezel.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Jonathan, from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is a
sophomore double major in Political Science (concentration in Law,
Politics, and Theory) and English, with a minor in History. At the
University of Delaware, he is SGA’s executive vice president and treasurer. Alongside that, he is a political science/international relations ambassador. In addition, he serves as a member of the
Allocations Board and Tau Kappa Epsilon. You’ll always see him at the
Lil Bob working out outside of academic activities. After receiving his
bachelor’s degree, he plans to enter law school. Jonathan is ecstatic to
be a part of this council and collaborate with others. He plans to use
his connections to represent students and make positive change.</span><br></p> | jhezel@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=39 | |
| Lauren Delaney | Lauren Delaney | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Delaney_Lauren.jpg | <p>​Lauren is a first year Sociology major with minors in Spanish and Legal Studies, following a pre-law track. After graduating she hopes to attend law school to eventually practice as a bilingual lawyer. She is a member of Gamma Sigma Sigma, a national service sorority on campus. She also participates in Chaarg, a fitness club dedicated to making girls more confident. Lauren is also a member of the Honors College. Participating in these activities has allowed for Lauren to meet many students on campus and understand student values. She is so excited to be serving on the Student Advisory Council and looks forward to giving her perspective. Finally getting on campus, she is so excited to get further involved and put all of her experience to use. In her free time, Lauren enjoys going to Perkins to get some work done, musical theater, working out, going to Dunkin’ for an iced coffee, and spending time with her dogs!</p> | delaneyl@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=17 | |
| Lawson Schultz | Lawson Schultz | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/lawson headshot close.jpg | <p>​Lawson is a Sociology and Art double major with a minor in History. She is also involved with sports on campus as a member of the Women’s Ice Hockey Team and has had the opportunity to help paint four of the public murals on Main Street. This spring Lawson is eager to be a teacher’s assistant for Sue Barton’s Landscape Architecture Field Sketching class, a course she participated in while studying abroad in Brazil. She is also excited to volunteer for Gay Men’s Health Crisis Non-profit this spring break through UDAB. From Newark, Delaware, Lawson enjoys visiting national parks, playing soccer, and exploring different cultures through cuisine.<br></p> | lschultz@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=7 | |
| Lobban, Joel | Lobban, Joel | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Lobban-Joel.jpeg | <p>​Joel is from Newark, Delaware, although his family is originally from Jamaica. He is currently a Sociology major and upon graduation, is planning for a career in family therapy. Joel is passionate about helping others and has served in the U.S. Army as well as worked at the Recovery Centers of America. He continues to spend his time helping others and is a frequent speaker at various recovery facilities.<br></p> | jblair@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=42 | |
| Maggie Buckridge | Maggie Buckridge | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/maggie_0084.jpg | <p>​Maggie is a Public Policy major with minors in Legal students and Domestic Violence Services and Prevention. She is a Distinguished Scholar, and seeks to represent students in the honors community. Her goal as a council member is to make the student body feel that the College of Arts and Sciences is a community that supports and hears them. As a UD policy student, she wants to explore the issues of domestic violence, restorative justice, and voter engagement. On campus, Maggie is involved with Make It Count, Redding Community Council, and the First Year Fellows Program. In her free time, Maggie enjoys dancing, partaking in interfaith discussions, and engaging in service trips with University of Delaware Alternative Breaks, as well as other groups. She is passionate about raising awareness about domestic violence and teen dating abuse, and plans to pursue a career as a lawyer who can represent victims of gender based violence.</p> | bmaggie@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=8 | |
| Olivia Chowdhury | Olivia Chowdhury | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Chowdhury_Olivia.jpg | <p>​Olivia is an International Relations major with a minor in Spanish. She is a<br>member of the Community Engagement Scholars program, and also a part of various organizations on campus, such as Active Minds, Circle K, UNICEF, CharityCrossing, and We’re First. She serves on the executive board for Active Minds and Circle K as Fundraising Chair. Her main goal as a council member is to bridge the communication gap between the students and the administration board. When changes are being implemented it is important for her to make sure that all student voices are being heard. In Olivia’s free time she enjoys baking/cooking, reading, and painting. She also enjoys being outdoors and taking part in water sports, such as swimming and kayaking. Olivia is unsure of her plans after graduation, but hopes to use her passion in service to help underdeveloped countries. Olivia is super excited to work with the council and help make a difference in the UD community. </p> | oliviac@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=18 | |
| Samsara Wlue | Samsara Wlue | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Wlue_Samsara_220202.png | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">Samsara Wlue is a Neuroscience major with a
minor in Biology from Newcastle, Delaware. Due to her interest in
neuroscience, Samsara works part-time as a direct support provider,
where she assists individuals with mental disabilities complete everyday
tasks. This job has proven very rewarding, and Samsara continues to
learn a lot about herself and others. In the future, Samsara plans to
attend medical school in hopes of one day pursuing her passion of
becoming a gynecologist. Currently, Samsara spends her time as the
volunteer coordinator for the Minority Association of Pre-medical
Students, a volunteer at the University of Penn Hospital, and an active
member of the Afrodisiac Dance Troupe. Her goal as a council member is
to improve not only the communication between students and faculty but
also the relationship. She hopes to shed light on issues that are
important to the student body and to ultimately be a part of something
bigger than herself. In her free time, Samsara is the CEO of her makeup
brand glam by sam;Â she also enjoys watching movies and spending time
with her loved ones</span>​.<br></p> | samsaraw@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=30 | |
| Yannick Nguenkam | Yannick Nguenkam | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/yannick.jpg | <p></p>​Yannick Nguenkam is a Biological Sciences student, looking for a minor in chemistry and entrepreneurship. He is a member of the Blue Hen Leadership Program, serves on the executive board for Making Doctors as treasurer, and will be a resident assistant in the spring. Originally from Fairfax, Virginia, he believes that by joining the council he will be able to do his part to address needs and concerns across the UD community while learning more about how UD's executive structure operates. Aside from academics, Yannick likes to shoot arrows with the Archery club, learn how to grapple with the Jiu Jitsu club, sketch, weight lift, and of course hang out with friends. In the future, I plan on attending medical school.​ | ynguenkm@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=14 | |
| Zainab Badru | Zainab Badru | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Zainab Badru.jpg | <p>​<span class="wrap-text">My Name is Zainab Badru I was born and raised in
Nigeria, but I now reside in Middletown, Delaware. After I graduate I
plan to attend medical school to pursue becoming a medical doctor. On
campus I am a member of the McNair Scholars program and a member of the
African dance team known as Afrodisiac. I also serve as a board member
of a community youth mentorship program known as STEP UP, as well as a
mentor for incoming freshmen through the Each One Reach One program.
Lastly, I am a research assistant at the Attachment and Biobehavioral
Catch - Up lab. Outside of campus, I volunteer regularly at Nemours
Children’s Hospital. In my free time I enjoy weightlifting, traveling
and spending time with friends and family. As a council member I hope to
increase the awareness of the numerous resources and mentorship that
the College of Arts & Sciences offers, in order to ensure the
academic, social and career success of incoming and current students.</span><br></p> | badruzai@udel.edu | https://www.cas.udel.edu/StudentAdvisoryCouncil/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=40 | |
