Amanda Barnett began on October 23 as PE/recreation operations coordinator. Amanda received her bachelor鈥檚 degree in international management from Pace University. She enjoys dance, Pilates, houseplants, and spending time with her partner, Brian.
Abby Berry began on November 1 as a director in the Office of Student Accounts. Abby received her MBA from Utica University. She was previously employed as an assistant registrar at SUNY Morrisville. She enjoys crocheting, outdoor walks, and spending time with her family: spouse Timothy, children Andrew and Elijah, and her Great Pyrenees, Bell.
Layla Burton began on October 12 as a financial aid assistant. Layla received her bachelor鈥檚 degree from the University of Buffalo. She was previously employed as a development intern at Rogers Environmental Education Center. She enjoys hiking, rock climbing, white water kayaking, live music, reading, tea, and spending time with her partner, Gabe.
Chelly Crouch began on October 16 as a scholars program coordinator. Chelly previously worked advising refugee youth, first generation, and marginalized populations.
Catherine Hall began on October 23 as a campus safety officer. Catherine enjoys spending time with her partner, Dimitar Shopov, who works in the chemistry department.
Zachery 鈥淶ach鈥 Martin began on October 9 as a custodian. Zach received his bachelor鈥檚 degree in pharmacology and toxicology from SUNY Buffalo. He enjoys model making, hiking, fishing, working at his part-time job at Stewarts, and spending time with his partner, Jordan, and dog, Duck.
Joan McCarthy began on October 18 as Chapel House department coordinator. Joan received her BA from Smith College and her user experience certificate from Bentley University. She was previously employed as a user experience and content strategist at Veracity Consulting. She enjoys writing poetry, letterpress printing, kayaking, biking, swimming, x country and downhill skiing, home renovations, and spending time with her spouse, Peter.
Josh Rimmer began on November 6 as circulation and ILS manager. Josh received his BA from New England University and his MLS from Drexel University. He enjoys listening to vinyl records, playing guitar, weight lifting, traveling, and attending music festivals and shows across the country.
Keydaliz 鈥淜eyda鈥 Rivas-Santiago began on October 9 as an admission counselor. Keyda is a graduate of 海角社区. She enjoys podcasts, zines, and traveling.
Alex 鈥淏ig Al鈥 Schmidt began on October 30 as an assistant strength and conditioning coach. Big Al received his BA in psychology from the University of Delaware. He was previously employed as an assistant strength and conditioning coach at Swarthmore College. He enjoys guitar and music production, strength sports, and spending time with his wife, Daphne, children Edison and Franklin, his dog, Lemon, and cat Bella.