Meet the Staff!
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Rebecca Riekki My name is Rebecca Riekki and I’m a senior majoring in developmental psychology with minors in both MCB & Spanish. I became involved in VAV during my freshman year and now I’m the current president. Some other activities I’m involved with on campus include being in Best Buddies, PhiDE medical fraternity, Pi Beta Phi, and my child development lab. My school email is [email protected] so feel free to email me with any questions! Billy Crimmins My name is Billy Crimmins and I am a senior majoring in History with a minor in Economics and Political Science. I am a stage and production a manger for Starcourse Student Concert Committee. My VAV roles are Placement Chair and Treasurer. I am happy to continue volunteering and supporting Vis a Vis with new tutors! Feel free to reach out to me through my email at [email protected] Ndidi Ojiako Hi! I'm Ndidi and I am a senior majoring in Integrative Biology with a minor in creative writing with a certificate in integrative health. I have been a volunteer for leal elementary school since my freshman year of college and joined the eboard my Junior year. In my free time I enjoy cooking, going on walks and doing natural hair! I am apart of the Placement Chairs, feel free to contact me at [email protected]. Vanesa Ramos Hi, my name is Vanesa Ramos, and I am a senior studying Interdisciplinary Health Sciences with a concentration in health diversity. I also have a minor in Spanish and a certificate in global health. I have been a part of Vis-A-Vis since my sophomore year when I signed up to volunteer for a bilingual classroom at a local elementary school. I currently have an internship with Innovista Health Solutions. I am the Vis-a-Vis Outreach Chair. Please feel free to contact me at [email protected]. Amelia Kolany Hello! My name is Amelia, and I’m a junior majoring in Spanish and planning to minor in Psychology. I was a Vis-A-Vis volunteer my freshman and sophomore years in dual language classrooms at International Prep Academy. On the Exec Board, I am the Academic Chair, helping to organize classroom materials for volunteers to implement during their time in the classroom. On campus, I play the viola in the Illini Strings orchestra, and I’m the president of Mi Pueblo Spanish Conversation Groups. Feel free to send me a message at [email protected]! Alana White Hi my name is Alana and I am a sophomore. I am majoring in Biology. I joined Vis-A-Vis my freshman year working with students virtually. In my free time I love to try new foods, take walks and travel. I am apart of the Outreach Chairs and my email is [email protected] Val Gabay Hi! My name is Val, and I am a sophomore. I am majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Psychology: Cognitive Neuroscience. I also have a certificate in global health and neuroscience. I am a GUARD facilitator for Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, and I am also involved with my sorority, Pi Beta Phi. I have been volunteering with Vis-A-Vis since my freshman year. I am the Social Chair, and please feel free to reach out at [email protected]. Saira Hussain Hi My name is Saira. I am a Community Health Major with a minor in psychology on a pre med track. I am the philanthropy Chair for Avicenna Student Initiative Training research at the Health Promotion and Rehabilitation Lab. Im the Stubo Representative for Vis-a-Vis and my email is [email protected] Emily Butryn I am majoring in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences. I am involved in the Panhellenic Council, the College of AHS Student Council, Best Buddies, MEDLIFE, HerCampus, Doctors Without Borders, Wishmakers, and more! Feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]. Aarni Iyer Hi! My name is Aarni Iyer, and I'm so excited to be able to further my role in this incredible organization! I'm double majoring in Finance and Information Systems. I've been part of VAV since my first semester on campus, but otherwise, I'm involved with my business fraternity, Beta Alpha Psi, and the Society of Women in Business. Please don't hesitate to reach me at [email protected]! Ryan Binny Hi I'm Ryan! I'm majoring in math and psych. Some of my interests include volleyball and reading. I am involved with the volleyball club and HRPO (psych RSO- Humans Resource and Psychology Organization). Feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]. Mariam Ajeigbe Hi! I'm Mariam! My major is Interdisciplinary Health Science on a pre-med track. I am also working towards my minor in Arabic. I aspire to become an anesthesiologist and open a clinic in an impoverished community in Chicago. I am involved in the Interdisciplinary Health Education and Leader (IHEAL) RSO, where I serve as the secretary. IHEAL's mission is to gain knowledge of the college of Applied Health Sciences and medical career. I specifically send out weekly emails about upcoming events and important information, and collaborate with other executive board members to plan monthly meetings. I am also involved in the Minority Association of Pre- Health Students RSO. I am a current volunteer at Booker T. Washington. Please feel free to contact me at [email protected]. |