Mission

The Orientation program facilitates the successful transition of new undergraduate students into Catholic University's intellectual, social, and faith-based communities; promotes student learning and development, encourages independence, and individual responsibility; and facilitates continued student success to graduation.

This is accomplished through programming that emphasizes the University's academic and community expectations and social and developmental resources and opportunities.

Through personal connections with peer leaders, faculty, and administration, new students and their families will develop an introductory understanding and appreciation of the intellectual, social, and service opportunities available, and gain knowledge of campus and community resources

Vision

Affect the University's retention efforts through a model orientation program that helps students feel welcome, connect with their new environment, explore their faith, understand expectations, and know where to seek support.

Establish a cohesive and comprehensive Cardinal Challenge program that more deeply explores what it means to be a student at CUA. Activities and programs will be directed toward student involvement, making connections with individuals and resources, academic success, and broadening student general knowledge of the University.

Sustain a rewarding student staff leadership experience that promotes interpersonal growth and development, and leads to an enhanced peer mentor relationship for new students.

 

Meet the Executive Staff!

 

Steve Kreider returns to the Office of Campus Activities as the Director after previously serving from 2006-2015 in various roles in OCA. Since leaving OCA, he has been working at Anne Arundel Community College in the Office of Student Engagement working primarily with the student organizations providing leadership training, logistical and event planning support, and financial management. He is excited to return to OCA and CUA to serve as the Director of a great department and looks forward to getting back into the feel of everything CUA. Attending Penn State for his undergraduate degree and The University of Memphis for his graduate degree Steve has a variety of experiences including residence life, student conduct, leadership development, and of course campus activities. Outside of work Steve is very actively involved regionally and nationally with Ultimate Frisbee playing, coaching, and serving as a head referee for DC's professional team. Steve and his wife have 2 adorable puppies who want everyone to follow them on Instagram at @taleswithwalter and @doodlewithlillian.

Lily Herzog is a Business Administration major with a specialty in Marketing from Basking Ridge, New Jersey. She is currently a student leader in Campus Ministry and helps run the Women's Ministry events team. She is also a Spring Break Service Trip Leader and is so excited to plan and guide the Los Angeles trip for this year. This will be Lily’s third year on the Orientation staff! In her spare time, she loves adventuring throughout D.C. and is currently on the hunt to find the best coffee shop in the city. On campus, you can almost always find her around the Pryz or the Busch School of Business. Lily’s favorite memories at CUA so far include hanging out with friends, seeing live music in the city, volunteering at service sites, and studying abroad in Rome for a semester.

Lily is a huge proponent of getting outside of one’s own comfort zone. Going into college, her goal was to push her own limits for the good of others, hoping to foster more community and build connections. She joined the Orientation program as a means of service to connect with new students and help them feel more at home in such a new space. Little did she know, this program would turn out to be more of a service to her instead, by offering the community that she had searched for as a new student. To Lily, the biggest reward, however, has been to see the fruit of the program through the connections it creates among the student body. The most fruitful experiences for her come from giving of yourself, serving others, encouraging them to grow, and then watching them thrive.

Lily wants to give her service, joy, and experience to the 2026 Student Coordinator position to continue building a welcoming space for all new students and families. “Catholic University has given me a home away from home, and I want to help foster that feeling and those connections among others. The transition to college looks different for everyone. It can be challenging at times and that is okay! Challenge entails growth, and getting outside of your comfort zone means finding your own strength and potential. My purpose in Orientation has always been to guide students through these challenges and promote that growth in each individual. We are here to help and can’t wait for you to join our CUA community!”


Addison Quintana, who goes by “Addy,” is a junior Art & Design and Business double major from Shreveport, Louisiana. In addition to entering her third year on the Orientation staff, Addy is in the University Honors Program and a member of Best Buddies. She is most likely to be found in the Pryz spending time with her friends or studying between her classes. In her free time, Addy loves to explore the shops in Georgetown, try new restaurants, and go on long walks in the city!

Despite the fear of moving across the country and not knowing anyone prior, Addy immediately felt welcomed on campus which gave her the space and confidence to grow and begin finding herself. In this pursuit, Addy became an Orientation Advisor to help others like herself feel welcomed and at home during this incredibly stressful transition. Over the past three years, Addy has made Catholic her home away from home by fully embracing the change and all the challenges that came with the uncertainty. Taking on the role of Student Coordinator, Addy hopes to give back to the program that welcomed her from the very beginning and help every first-year student find a true sense of belonging at Catholic. “I am beyond excited and honored to help plan CUA Orientation 2026. We cannot wait to meet you all so soon!”

Meet the Orientation Advisors!

 

Abigail (Abby) Ampe

Abby is a sophomore Nursing major from Marquette, Michigan. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Women’s Rowing Team, and is part of the Spike Ball club, and plays many intramural sports. Her go-to karaoke song is Baby by Justin Bieber and Ludacris, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Mescalero at La Cosecha in Union Market. Abby cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Ada Turcios

Ada is a senior Nursing major from Long Island, New York. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of SNA, SOL and Take Flight. Her go-to karaoke song is Baile Inolvidable, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Bartaco. Ada cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Adelaide (Addie) Gregory

Adelaide (Addie) Gregory is a sophomore Criminology & Psychology double major from Manassas, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Cheerleading Team and CUA Program Board. Her go-to karaoke song is We Are Young by fun., and her favorite restaurant in DC is Bartaco. Addie cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Alan Nicholas

Alan Nicholas is a senior Sales & Operations Management major fromVirginia Beach, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of the CUA Men’s Rowing Team, and is part of Take Note Acapella, the Knights of Columbus, and works at the CSE. His go-to karaoke song is Dental Care, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Mamma Lucia. Alan cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Amy Santizo

Amy is a junior Architecture major from Silver Spring, Maryland. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Habitat for Humanity, AIAS, and intramural sports. Her go-to karaoke song is Meet Me Halfway, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Reren Lamen & Bar. Amy cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Andrew Vidmar

Andrew is a sophomore Mechanical Engineering major from Catonsville, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of CUA Program Board and CUA Spikeball Club. His go-to karaoke song is Wagon Wheel, and his favorite restaurant in the DMV is Texas Roadhouse. Andrew cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Anique Ayesigwa

Anique is a sophomore Music Performance and Psychology & Brain Sciences double major from Kampala, Uganda. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the Volleyball Club and BSA. Her go-to karaoke song is Rolling in the Deep, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Maggiano’s. Anique cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Ann Boarman

Ann is a sophomore Nursing major from Mount Airy, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of SNA and Cardinal Ambassadors. Her go-to karaoke song is Before He Cheats, and her favorite restaurant in DC is 2Fifty Texas BBQ. Ann cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Ashley Alvarez Chavez

Ashley is a sophomore Biology major from Lincoln, Delaware. This year, Ashley will be a Take Flight Orientation Advisor. Ashley’s go-to karaoke song is Locked out of Heaven, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Talking Tacos. Ashley cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Audrey Burfield

Audrey is a junior Business major from Leonardtown, MD. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of CUA Program Board, Student Advancement Leadership Team, Dean Student Advisory Council, Society for Human Resource Management, Business Women's Council, and is a student employee in Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, Peer-to-peer tutor, and Global Studies Department Intern. Her go-to karaoke song is You’re So Vain, and her favorite restaurant in DC is The Tombs. Amy cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Aurora Sanchez

Aurora is a senior Biology major from Phoenix, Arizona. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of SOL, Migrant Rights Coalition, and is a part of the first generation/culture team for the CSE. Her go-to karaoke song is Unwritten, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Kramers. Aurora cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Bernadette Dineen

Bernadette is a sophomore Drama and Media & Communications double major from Concord, California. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Women’s Rowing Team, and is a part of CUA Program Board, Young Americans for Freedom, Gaels Irish Dance, Students for Life, College Republicans, and Student Staff at the Raymond DuFour Center. Her go-to karaoke song is Call Me Maybe, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Clyde’s. Bernadette cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Bryan Kotlar

Bryan is a junior Musical Theatre major from Neshanic Station, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of CenterStage, Cornerstone program, Admissions, Habitat for Humanity, and The Tower. When asked what his go-to karaoke song is, he said “What isn't my go-to karaoke song”, and his favorite restaurant in DC was The Brookland Pint. Bryan cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Caitlin Farley

Caitlin is a junior Politics and Theology double major from Allendale, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Campus Ministry, Inventio, and the Honors Program. Her go-to karaoke song is Wouldn’t Change a Thing or Defying Gravity, and her favorite restaurant in DC is St. Anselm’s in Union Market. Caitlin cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Caitlyn Kuhn

Caitlyn is a junior Accounting major from Stonington, Connecticut. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the Freshman Ministry Team, Ignite Retreat Team, Catholic Daughters of the Americas, ASPCA, and CSE. Her go-to karaoke song is Best Song Ever, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Founding Farmers. Caitlyn cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Catherine Walsh

Catherine is a senior Criminology and Psychology double major from Huntersville, North Carolina. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim Team, and is a part of Alpha Student Athlete Ministry Group and is a Research Assistant in the Criminology/Sociology Department. Her go-to karaoke song is Before He Cheats, and her favorite restaurant in DC is The Dubliner. Catherine cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Cecilia Graham

Cecilia Graham is a freshman Theology major from Kensington, Maryand. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of CUA Program Board. Her go-to karaoke song is Let It Go, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Uncle Julio’s. Cecilia cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Chessa Hake

Chessa is a sophomore Accounting major from Raleigh, North Carolina. This year, Chessa will be a First Year Orientation Advisor. Her go-to karaoke song is Call Me Maybe, and her favorite restaurant in DC is El Gran Charro. Chessa cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Chibuikem (Chibi) Nwogu

Chibi is a senior Philosophy (Pre-Law) major from Washington, D.C. This year, Chibi will be a First Year Orientation Advisor. His go-to karaoke song is Bound 2, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Oohh’s & Aahh’s. Chibi cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Christian Sawn

Christian is a junior Theology major from Marlton, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, Christian is also a member of Campus Ministry and CUA Program Board. His go-to karaoke song is Piano Man, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Ted’s Bulletin. Christian cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Christina Stuart

Christina is a junior Finance and Sales double major from Chatham, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of CUA Program Board, Dean’s Student Advisory Council, WCUA Radio, Women in Finance club, and is a student employee at the Dufour Center. Her go-to karaoke song is Gold Digger, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Murray and Paul’s. Christina cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Daisy Overmyer

Daisy is a sophomore Media & Communications and Business double major from Washington, D.C. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of Campus Ministry. Her go-to karaoke song is God Is, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Pho 75. Daisy cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Desta Devereux

Desta is a sophomore Accounting major from River Forest, Illinois. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the Cornerstone Program, Campus Ministry, and is a part of the SGA Treasury Board. Her go-to karaoke song is What Makes You Beautiful, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Andy’s Pizza. Desta cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Dhalia Ferrufino

Dhalia is a sophomore Nursing major from Silver Spring, Maryland. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of SNA and SOL. Her go-to karaoke song is Poker Face, and her favorite restaurant in the DMV is Tacos Don Perez. Dhalia cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Diego Pinto

Diego is a senior Psychology major from Silver Spring, Maryland. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of ECS. His go-to karaoke song is Let It Go, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Taqueria Los Perez. Diego cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Diego Vivar Oran

Diego is a sophomore Electrical Engineering major from New Carrollton, Maryland. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of DC Reads. His go-to karaoke song is Ahora Te Puedes Marchar, and his favorite restaurant in the DMV is Mi Rancho. Diego cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Elise Faxon

Elise is a senior Social Work major from Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Softball Team. Her go-to karaoke song is Still Into You, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Potbellys. Elise cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Elizabeth Deckett

Elizabeth is a sophomore Nursing major from Mansfield Massachusetts. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Dance Company. Her go-to karaoke song is Firework or Mr. Brightside, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Call Your Mother. Elizabeth cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Ellie Hayner

Ellie Hayner is a senior Business Sports Management major from Abington Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim Team. Her go-to karaoke song would be anything from High School Musical, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Founding Farmers. Ellie cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Emilia Aguinaldo

Emilia is an Elementary Education major from Queens, New York. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the Cornerstone Program, Liturgical Ministry, Campus Ministry as a CSC leader, and Asian Association. Her go-to karaoke song would be anything by Bruno Mars, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Jollibee. Emilia cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Emily D'Costa

Emily is a senior Nursing major from Seattle, Washington. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of MRC, SNA, and works at the CSE. Her go-to karaoke song is Love by Keisha Cole, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Pho 54. Emily cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Francine (Fran) Fernandez

Francine is a junior Biology major from Cherry Hill, New Jersey. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Project Glimmer, Global Medical Brigades, CUA Club Volleyball, Pre-Health Student Association, Society of Catholic Scientists, and works with the Little Sisters of the Poor. Her go-to karaoke song is Dancing Queen, and her favorite restaurant in DC is The Capital Burger. Fran cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Gabriella (Gaby) Sousa

Gaby is a sophomore Nursing major from Washington, D.C. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of CUA Program Board. Her go-to karaoke song is Rolling In The Deep, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Filomena. Gaby cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Gabriella Urso

Gabriella Urso is a junior History and Business double major from Pittsburgh, PA. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the Ultimate Frisbee Team, History Club, Honors Program, and College Dems. Her go-to karaoke song is Yorktown from Hamilton, and her favorite restaurant in DC is anything in Union Market. Gabriella cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Georgina (Gigy) Mayen Caceres

Gigy is a sophomore Psychology and Brain Sciences major from Washington, D.C. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, is also a part of SOL. Her go-to karaoke song is Killing Me Softly, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Wasabi Bistro. Gigy cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Gianna George

Gianna is a senior Nursing major from Cherry Hill, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of SNA. Her go-to karaoke song is Valerie, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Carmine’s. Gianna cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Gianna Smarrito

Gianna Smarrito is a sophomore Nursing major from Medford Lakes, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor and is a part of CUA Program Board, SNA, and Best Buddies Club. Her go-to karaoke song is Mamma Mia, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Bartaco. Gianna cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Grace Christie

Grace is a senior Psychology major from Telford, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Softball Team. Her go-to karaoke song is Before He Cheats, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Pearl’s Bagels. Grace cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Griffin Cappiello

Griffin is a junior Media and Communications major from San Diego, California. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also the editor-in-chief of both The Tower and Inventio, tutors at the Writing Center, is a part of the Cornerstone program, and works with CenterStage, and the Athletics Department Communications team. He likes to switch up his karaoke songs, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Il Canale. Griffin cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Gwyneth Palermo

Gwyneth is a sophomore Musical Theatre major from Spicewood, Texas. This year, Gwyneth will be a First year Orientation Advisor. Her go-to karaoke song is Before He Cheats, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Old Ebbitt Grill. Gwyneth cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Helina Deres

Helina Deres is a senior Computer Science major from Washington, D.C. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Campus Ministry, Association of Computing Machinery, Honors Program, Grand Scholars Program, and is a School of Engineering Ambassador. Her go-to karaoke song is Good Morning Baltimore, and her favorite restaurant in DC is CAVA. Helina cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Jaden Rivas

Jaden is a sophomore Civil Engineering major from Gathersburg, Maryland. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, he  is also a member of SOL. His go-to karaoke song is Creep by Radiohead, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Carabas. Jaden cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

James Harris

James Harris is a sophomore Marketing and Sales major from Silver Spring, Maryland. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of BSA. _  go-to karaoke song is Love by Keyshia Cole, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Kochix. James cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Jenny McMonagle

Jenny McMonagle is a junior Biology major from Havertown, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the Washingtones Acapella group, Biology Club, Best Buddies, Campus Ministry, and CenterStage. Her go-to karaoke song is Valerie, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Il Canale. Jenny cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

John Holler

John is a senior Architecture major from Nesconset, New York. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of the CUA Swim Team, and is a part of the LabTech in Crough Center. His go-to karaoke song is I Want It That Way, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Ted’s Bulletin. John cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

John (Jack) McKenna

Jack is a junior Civil Engineering major from Glenside, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of the ASCE E-Board, and Captain of the Concrete Canoe Competition. His go-to karaoke song is La La La by Sam Smith, and his favorite restaurant in DC is The Dubliner. Jack cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Jonathan Forrest

Jonathan is a senior Biochemistry major from Mount Laurel, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of CUA Program Board, Chem club, Bio Club, and works as a Cardinal Ambassador. His go-to karaoke song is We Are Young, and his favorite restaurant in DC is The Dubliner. Jonathan cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Joseph (Joey) Henry

Joey is a junior Sales and Data Analytics major from Long Beach, New York. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of the CUA Hockey Team. His go-to karaoke song is She’s So High, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Old Ebbitt Grill. Joey cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Juliette Barth

Juliette is a junior Nursing major from Pittsburgh, Pensylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Ultimate Frisbee, club volleyball, and SNA. Her go-to karaoke song is Carry You Home, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Call Your Mother. Juliette cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Kate O'Connell

Kate is a sophomore Politics major from Dighton, Massachusetts. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the Cornerstone Program. Her go-to karaoke song is Unwritten, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Al Volo Osteria. Kate cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Kathleen Ferguson

Kathleen is a sophomore Nursing major from Alexandria, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim Team, and is a part of Best Buddies, Campus Ministry, and Cardinals for Life. Her go-to karaoke song is Ordinary Girl, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Crystal City Sports Club. Kathleen cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Kendall Bruns

Kendall is a sophomore Nursing major from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of SNA, Campus Ministry, and works with ECS. Her go-to karaoke song is Chicken Fried, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Rimtang. Kendall cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Lorali O'Byrne

Lorali is a sophomore Musical Theatre and Business double major from Herndon, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the Campus Ministry. Her go-to karaoke song is Shallow, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Founding Farmers. Lorali cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Lorenzo Maione

Lorenzo is a sophomore Psychology major from Lynbrook, New York. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of the Redline A Capella, Psychology Club, Migrant Rights Coalition, Club Basketball, Cornerstone Program, and the Italian Club. His go-to karaoke song is The Weekend by SZA, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Taqueria al Lado. Lorenzo cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Madison (Madi) Gozdan

Madi is a junior Nursing major from Cinnaminson, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim Team, and is a part of Best Buddies, SNA, and Cardinals for Life Babysitters. Her go-to karaoke song is Wagon Wheel, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Ted’s Bulletin. Madi cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Makeda Dukes

Makeda is a senior Media & Communications major from New Orleans, Louisiana. This year, Makeda will be a First Year Orientation Advisor. Her go-to karaoke song is Love by Keyshia Cole, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Today’s Pizza. Makeda cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Maraline Palmer

Maraline is a senior Psychology major from Rockville Center, New York. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Best Buddies, Ultimate Frisbee, Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society, and works at the Dufour Center. Her go-to karaoke song is Gimme Gimme Gimme by ABBA, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Cheesecake Factory. Maraline cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Margaret (Maggie) O'Brien

Maggie is a senior Education Studies major from Millbury, Massachusetts. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim & Dive Team, and is a part of the KDP Honors Society. Her go-to karaoke song is Valerie, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Flavio in Georgetown. Maggie cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Marina Salvador

Marina is a junior Psychology & Brain Sciences and Business double major from Vienna, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of CUA Program Board, Student Philanthropy Council, and Best Buddies. Her go-to karaoke song is Before He Cheats, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Chipotle. Marina cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Matthew (Matt) Ewing

Matt is a sophomore Mechanical Engineering major from Pennsauken, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of Washingtones A Cappella and Cardinal Ambassadors. His go-to karaoke song is Last Friday Night, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Hawkers Asian Street Food. Matt cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Matthew McQueeney

Matthew is a junior Mechanical Engineering major from Ellicott City, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of the CUA Hockey Team, and is a part of CUA Program Board, CUA Roundnet, and works as an intramural referee. His go-to karaoke song is Callin Baton Rouge, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Green Turtle. Matthew cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Maura Caines

Maura is a junior Nursing major from Springfield, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim Team. Her go-to karaoke song is Wagon Wheel, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Union Market. Maura cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Mary (Mia) Ferrero

Mia is a senior Marketing and Entrepreneurship major from Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Campus Ministry and CUA Program Board. Her go-to karaoke song is Courtesy of The Red, White and Blue, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Ted’s Bulletin. Mia cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Mia Reese

Mia is a junior Nursing major from Laurel, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of Kappa Tau Gamma, SNA, and Campus Ministry. Her go-to karaoke song is Can’t Hold Us, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Thai Chef. Reese cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Michaela Stampfl

Michaela is a sophomore Nursing major from Barnstable, Massachusetts. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Cheerleading Team, and is a part of SNA. Her go-to karaoke song is You Belong With Me, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Founding Farmers. Michaela cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Miranda Kernaghan

Miranda is a senior Psychology major from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Ultimate Frisbee Team, and is a part of Redline A Cappella. Her go-to karaoke song is Valerie, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Chipotle. Miranda cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Molly Foltz

Molly is a junior Media and Communications major from Exton, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim Team, and is a part of the Cornerstone Program, and Broadcasting Club. Her go-to karaoke song is Love Story, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Ted’s Bulletin. Molly cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

 Natalia (Nati) Rodriguez

Nati is a sophomore Nursing major from Miami, Florida. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of SNA. Her go-to karaoke song is Despacito, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Union Market. Nati cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

 Nicholas (Nick) El Choueiry

Nick is a senior Mechanical Engineering major from Alexandria, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of the CUA Hurling Club, and is a part of Take Note A Cappella, Cardinal Combat, works in the CSE, and conducts research for the Engineering Department. His go-to karaoke song is Haven’t Met You Yet, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Lebanese Taverna. Nick cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Nicole Stuekenschneider

Nicole is a sophomore Elementary Education major from Levittown, New York. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the KDP Honors Society, PGM Honors Society, and works at the Dufour Center. Her go-to karaoke song is Travelin’ Soldier by the Dixie Chicks, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Akeno Sushi Bar. Nicole cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Olivia (Liv) Accomando

Olivia is a sophomore Nursing major from Rockville Center, New York. This year, Olivia will be a First Year Orientation Advisor. Her go-to karaoke song is She Calls Me Back, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Call Your Mother. Liv cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Patricia (Tricia) Kohler

Tricia is a junior Accounting major from Baltimore, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of SGA Treasury Board, CUA Women's Club Soccer, Dean's Student Advisory Council, Accounting Society, and Project Glimmer. Her go-to karaoke song is Call Me Maybe, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Founding Farmers. Tricia cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Patrick Nettina

Patrick is a junior Mechanical Engineering major from Buffalo, New York. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of Campus Ministry. His go-to karaoke song is Tequila. Patrick cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Priscila de la Cruz

Priscila is a junior Psychology and Brain Sciences major from Washington, D.C. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the Pre-Health Club, Chemistry Club, and SOL. Her go-to karaoke song is Baby by Justin Bieber, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Guapos. Priscila cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Rebecca (Becca) Meyers

Becca is a junior People and Organizational Management major from Baltimore, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of CUA Program Board, Centerstage Theater, Business and Philosophy Club, and SHRM Club. Her go-to karaoke song is Ice Ice Baby, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Kramers. Becca cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Riley McLaughlin

Riley is a junior Psychology major from Media, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Dance Team, and is a part of the German Club and Tutoring Services. Her go-to karaoke song is "Trebles Finals: Bright Lights Bigger City/Magic" by The Treblemakers, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Billy Hicks. Riley cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Roxanne Vincent

Roxanne is a sophomore Politics major from Stamford, Connecticut. This year, Roxanne will be a First Year Orientation Advisor. Her go-to karaoke song is Uptown Girl, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Saigon Saigon. Roxanne cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Ryan Foster

Ryan is a junior Elementary Education major from Bethesda, Maryand. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of CUA Club Lacrosse, and works both at the Kane Fitness Center and as a Cardinal Ambassador. His go-to karaoke song is Jersey Giant, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Bacio. Ryan cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

Ryan O'Callaghan

Ryan is a senior Accounting major from Cherry Hill, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of CUA CLub Basketball, Accounting Society, and works at the Dufour Center. His go-to karaoke song is Levitating, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Murry and Paul’s. Ryan cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

 

Sadie Garrett

Sadie is a sophomore Nursing major from Ocala, Florida. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Campus Ministry and works at the Kane Fitness Center. Her go-to karaoke song is When I Was Your Man, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Olive Garden. Sadie cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Sandra Marcos

Sandra is a senior Nursing major from Waldorf, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim & Dive Team. Her go-to karaoke song is Since You’ve Been Gone, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Ted's Bulletin. Sandra cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Saorla Meenagh

Saorla is a senior Elementary Education major from Glenside, Pennsylvania. This year, Saorla will be a First Year Orientation Advisor. Her go-to karaoke song is Unwritten, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Flavio’s. Saorla cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Sarah Moser

Sarah is a sophomore Psychology and Drama double major from Old Bridge, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of CUA Dance Company, CenterStage, Cardinals for Life, and the Psychology Club. Her go-to karaoke song is Sweet Caroline, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Busboys & Poets. Sarah cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Shelby Carlstrom

Shelby is a sophomore Mechanical Engineering major from Jensen Beach, Florida. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Softball Team, and is a part of the Society of Women Engineers. Her go-to karaoke song is Steal My Girl, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Looney’s Pub. Shelby cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Sophia Bianchi

Sophia is a junior Nursing major from New Milford, Pennsylvania. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Cheerleading Team, and is a part of ASPCA and Best Buddies. Her go-to karaoke song is Telephone, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Filomena. Sophia cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Sophia Duckworth

Sophia is a People & Organizational Management and Data Analytics major from Mullica Hill, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Swim Team, and is a part of DSAC. Her go-to karaoke song is You Belong With Me, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Flavio. Sophia cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Stephen Githaka

Stephen is a senior Nursing major from Nairobi, Kenya. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a member of the CUA Men’s Rugby Team, and is a part of BSA, SNA, and Cardinal Ambassadors. His go-to karaoke song is All of Me, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Absolute Noodle & Sushi. Stephen cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Sumera Ejaz

Sumera is an International Business major from Woodbridge, Virginia. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, she also works for Cardinal Ambassadors and ECS. Her go-to karaoke song is Love by Keyshia Cole, and her favorite restaurant in DC is El Gavilan. Sumera cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Susie Whamond

Susie is a sophomore International Business major from Old Greenwich, Connecticut. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Campus Ministry, Cardinal for Life, and CUA Sports Business Association. Her go-to karaoke song is Before He Cheats, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Bartaco. Susie cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Treana Seegobin

Treana is a senior Nursing major from Howell, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a member of the CUA Dance Team, and is a part of SNA. Her go-to karaoke song is Love by Keyshia Cole, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Menomale. Treana cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Xochitl (Xoch) Luis Aguilar

Xoch is a senior Psychology major from Richmond, Virginia.This year, Xochitl will be a Take Flight Orientation Advisor. Her go-to karaoke song is Love by Keyshia Cole, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Taqueria Xoch. Xoch cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Yankee Salas-Tuz

Yankee is a senior Business Management and Theology double major from Clearwater, Florida. In addition to being a Take Flight Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of Campus Ministry and Men’s Mental Health Club. His go-to karaoke song is Sweet Caroline, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Guapo’s. Yankee cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Zachary (Zac) Hunter

Zac is a sophomore Business Administration major from Catonsville, Maryland. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, he is also a part of CUA Program Board, Campus Ministry, and Roundnet Club. His go-to karaoke song is Heartache Medication, and his favorite restaurant in DC is Surfside. Zac cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Zoe Bernabe

Zoe is a senior Acting for Theatre, Film, and Television major from Fairfax, Virginia. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of the Improv Club, College Dems, FOCUS, and CenterStage. Her go-to karaoke song is Iris by The Goo Goo Dolls, and her favorite restaurant in DC is anything in Union Market. Zoe cannot wait to welcome you this fall!

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Zoe Giacomini

Zoe is a sophomore Politics major from Oakland, New Jersey. In addition to being a First Year Orientation Advisor, she is also a part of Club Volleyball, Intelligence Club, and UGAB. Her go-to karaoke song is Club Can’t Handle Me, and her favorite restaurant in DC is Guapo’s. Zoe cannot wait to welcome you this fall!