New Student Orientation thrives thanks to the remarkable contributions of our student leaders. These dedicated individuals volunteer their time to ensure a welcoming, informative and engaging experience for first-year and transfer students.
New Student Orientation thrives thanks to the remarkable contributions of Elon student leaders. These dedicated individuals volunteer their time to ensure a welcoming, informative and engaging experience for first-year and transfer students. The success of New Student Orientation — achieving goals such as connecting with peers, discovering Elon traditions and understanding university procedures — would not be possible without their efforts. The leadership team includes orientation leaders, team leads, student coordinators and orientation specialists.
Student coordinators: The heart of orientation
Student coordinators — Kelsi Sheren, Owen Bramanti and Sarah Rothacker — have worked tirelessly throughout the year and summer to organize and refine the orientation program with a specific focus on the Team Lead and Orientation Leader experience. In the fall, they assist in hiring and training Team Leads and Orientation Leaders, mentor the student staff and collaborate with professional staff to develop training and orientation materials and manuals. Their creativity is evident in the ice-breakers and engaging content presented during orientation training. You might even spot them on our TikTok channel, showcasing campus and introducing staff. Their hard work, passion and dedication have been instrumental in preparing our team for a successful orientation.
Team leads: Energizing Move-In Day
The dynamic energy seen during the early mornings of orientation is driven by our Team Leads. These student leaders lead an area on Move-In Day and work closely with Orientation Leaders and professional staff to ensure a smooth and effective process. Starting their training in the spring and then returning two weeks before new students arrive to continue their training, Team Leads guide the Orientation Leaders and play a key role in fostering a welcoming environment. They’ve dedicated their time and energy to building their leadership and mentorship skills. Their efforts ensure that the enthusiasm and support for new students and families are consistently high throughout the orientation program.
Orientation Leaders: Welcoming new students
Elon Orientation Leaders are the face of orientation. Alongside Elon 1010 Peer Educators and Resident Assistants, the Orientation Leaders serve as one of the first peer mentors new students encounter. With 96 enthusiastic orientation leaders on the team, they bring energy, knowledge, community-building and facilitation skills and valuable social and educational experiences to the program. Their role is crucial in helping new students transition smoothly and feel at home at Elon. Their dedication puts the planning of our office into action and builds a solid foundation for our new students.
Orientation Specialists: Crafting the experience
Behind the scenes, Orientation Specialists — Alex Hernan Deese, Meredith Peck and Ugochi Okonkwo — work diligently to prepare all the necessary materials for orientation. Starting their roles in August, they ensure that new students and families receive well-organized and informative packets as they arrive on campus.
We extend a heartfelt thank you to all our student leaders for their exceptional contributions to New Student Orientation 2024. Your hard work and enthusiasm make this transition period memorable and impactful for our new community members.
Student Coordinators
- Kelsi Sheren
- Owen Bramanti
- Sarah Rothacker
Team Leads
- Abigail Lee
- Aliyah Preston
- Ashanti Horton
- Caroline Reich
- Drew Fetterolf
- Jack Bull
- Lexi Garcia
- Lizzie Ostling
- Megan Papadopolo
- Nick Cideciyan
- Sarah Carss
Orientation Specialists
- Alex Hernan Deese
- Meredith Peck
- Ugochi Okonkwo
Orientation Leaders
- Abby Remis
- Alexa Sarmiere
- Alexandra Steele
- Ali Wescott
- Alyssa Wise
- Amelia Brinson
- Andrew Cox
- Anna Youngblood
- Annabel Miller
- Ansley Massanelli
- Asia Minor
- Austin Hart
- Ava Neururer
- Bailey Skinner
- Brianna Crawford
- Brittanny Cure Ramirez
- Bronwyn Mulvaney
- Bunny Ingram
- Caitlin Nay
- Cassidy Parrish
- Cassie Dornan
- Catherine Dierker
- Catherine Oliver
- Charlotte Pfabe
- Christina Skelly
- Ciara Bradley
- Claudia Haspel
- Connor Ockerman
- David Graves
- Elisa Edwards
- Elise Woodlief
- Elizabeth Small
- Ella Allen
- Ella Pierman
- Ella Stewart
- Ellayna Casey
- Ellie Agulnek
- Emily Leach
- Emily Moxon
- Emily Novak
- Erika Lattimore
- Giuliana Zegarra
- Halli Harwood
- Hannah Johnson
- Hannah Parsons
- Hyemin Im
- Ilana Boyer
- Ilana Meissner
- Jack Rickards
- Janeeta Smith
- Jessica Montesano
- Jocelyn Gomez
- Jonathan Weaver
- Julia Clerici
- Julie Snow
- Kailey Stark
- Kara Tucker
- Kashawn Myers
- Katie Bermes
- Kelis Ferguson Greene
- Keri Anderson
- Kiley Sherlock
- Lauren Walsh
- Leah Feinstein
- Lilli Waldon
- Luca DeMarco
- Luke Villanova
- Mackenzie Grubb
- Madison McCrainey
- Maggie Deutsch
- Makaila Love
- Malia Horst
- Maria Angelos
- Maya Katz
- Nadia Aho
- Natalie Rodriguez
- Oliver Keicher
- Olivia Ferrero
- Olivia Novak
- Patrick Milton
- Paul Nunno
- Pearson Dyslin
- Rachel Deegan
- Rachel Yap
- Richard Montano
- Rory Crisfulla
- Salome Onikolase
- Samantha Davis
- Samantha Winn
- Sarah Jackson
- Sarah Petitjean
- Sofie Crabbe
- Stephanie Romeo
- Trinity Barnett
- Trinity Wilson
- Tyler McKellar