探花族

Hometown: Chambersburg, Pennsylvania  

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• Vice President of Community Relations- Delta Delta Delta Sorority 

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging Committee Chair- Delta Delta Delta Sorority 

• Pre-Law Society 

• Community Outreach Chair- Zimmerman Scholars Program 

• 探花族 Scholars Program 

• Davis College Dean's Fellow 

• Order of Omega (Greek Life Honor Society) 

• Study Abroad (Summer 2024)   

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:  

• 探花族 Charter Days (August 2022-Present) 

• St Jude Children鈥檚 Research Hospital (August 2022-Present) 

• Wolfson Children Hospital (August 2022-Present) 

Internships/Employment:  

• Student Ambassador at Frisch Welcome Center (Spring 2023-Present) 

• Peer Tutor (Fall 2023) 

• Chambersburg District Attorney Office Intern (2021-2022)  

Bio: Katarina Betris is a third-year student in the Davis College of Business and Technology majoring in International Business with a minor in Spanish. While obtaining her degree, she earned a certificate in Pre-Law. With this, she plans on going to Law School after graduation to specialize in International Corporate Law. During Katarina鈥檚 time at 探花族, she has been a high-performing student while also being involved in many campus organizations. Leadership-wise, she currently holds the elected Vice President position for her sorority- Delta Delta Delta as well as an active member in the Pre-law Society and the Community Outreach chair for the Zimmerman Scholars Program. Her position as Community Outreach chair allows Katarina to assist her peers in the Zimmerman Scholars Program to get more involved in philanthropic causes. Katarina enjoys volunteering for Wolfson Children's Hospital in 探花族 and raising funds for St. Jude Research Hospital.   

Hometown: Travelers Rest, South Carolina 

Memberships & Recent Activities:鈥� 

• Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) JU Student Chapter 鈥� Treasurer 
• STEM Research Association - Secretary
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) 
• Society of Physics Students 
• 探花族 Dean鈥檚 List 
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellows 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:鈥� 

• North Florida School of Special Education Volunteer 
• 探花族 Beach Cleanup Volunteer 
• Mission Trip to Dominican Republic 
• Bold City Church Member 
• Every Nation Campus 

Internships/Employment: 

• Peer Advisor, Davis College of Business and Technology, 探花族, Florida, August 2024 鈥� Present 
• Electrician鈥檚 Apprentice, Elite Electric, Greenville, South Carolina, May 2018 鈥� August 2024 (Summer Only) 
• Baseball Turf Crew, 探花族, 探花族, Florida, February 2023 鈥� Present (Spring Only) 
• ESPN+ Livestreaming Crew, Gemstone Media, 探花族, Florida, August 2023 鈥� May 2024 
• Peer Tutor, 探花族 Academic Support Center, 探花族, Florida, January 2024 鈥� May 2024 

Bio: Charles "Avery" Biggerstaff is a third-year student in the Davis College of Business and Technology, pursuing dual degrees in Electrical Engineering and Engineering Physics. He is a highly driven individual with a strong passion for continuous learning and the practical application of new concepts. This dedication not only enhances his technical expertise but also fosters significant intellectual and experiential growth, reflected in his broad range of technical and interpersonal skills. At 探花族, Avery actively seeks out diverse opportunities to further develop his knowledge and abilities. His meticulous attention to detail, unwavering determination, and consistently positive outlook are widely recognized by both peers and faculty. Avery's leadership skills and collaborative mindset make him a highly valued team member and a respected figure in academic and social circles. Avery鈥檚 commitment to excellence is evident in every endeavor he undertakes including various leadership roles throughout his educational career, such as a cross-country team captain, senior class treasurer, honors peer mentor, and various club administrative roles. Upon completing his undergraduate studies, Avery plans to pursue a career in control systems engineering or circuit design. Beyond academics, his well-rounded nature is highlighted by playing the piano, engaging in soccer, maintaining an active lifestyle through running, and his love for spending quality time with family and friends. 

Hometown: Pendleton, New York

Membership and Recent Activities:

• Member of 探花族 Baseball Team
• 探花族 Dean's List
• Davis College Dean's Fellows
• Member of JU Naval Officer Reserve Training Corporation
• Campus Connections
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes  

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:

• Walk off Charities Youth Baseball Camp Volunteer
• Mayport Mud Run
• Reading at Woodland Acres Elementary
• Miracle League 

• Midshipman Third Class 鈥� Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen, U.S. Navy, (San Diego, California), May-June 2023  
• Midshipman second class 鈥� Midshipman Instructor, U.S. Navy, (Great Lakes, Illinois.), June-August 2024
• Landscaper, Kathy Kelly Landscaping, Lockport, New York, June-August 2023 

Bio: Luke Blas is a junior in the Davis College of Business and Technology at 探花族 University, majoring in Finance with a minor in Naval Science. He is an active member of the JU Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps, where he is preparing to commission as an Ensign in the Navy upon graduation. In addition to his ROTC commitments, Luke is a leader for the JU Fellowship of Christian Athletes and is a walk-on student-athlete for the JU Baseball team. Luke鈥檚 involvement in both ROTC and baseball has fostered personal growth and deepened his commitment to teamwork and service. In his free time, Luke enjoys hanging out with friends, going for runs, working out, reading, and attending church. His diverse interests reflect his dedication to both personal development and community engagement. 

Hometown: Denver, Colorado  

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Men鈥檚 Lacrosse NCAA Division One Student Athlete 
• Zimmerman Scholar 
• Dean鈥檚 Fellowship Program 
• NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee  
• Cost Honors College Student  
• Honors Student Association Member  
• Private Pilot Certificate

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• North Florida School of Special Education - Volunteer  
• Same Cafe (So All May Eat) - Volunteer Cook
• JAGS Foundation 鈥� Volunteer
• Pink Ribbon Jax 鈥� Event Volunteer
• Wilma鈥檚 Little People School 鈥� Volunteer Cleanup and Reader
• Denver City Lax 鈥� Board Member 

Internships/Employment:  

• Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis Intern, Dun & Bradstreet, 探花族/FL (June 2024 鈥� October 2024) 

Bio: George Bowdouris III is a junior in the Davis College of Business and Technology at 探花族 University, with a double major in Finance and Aviation Management Flight Operations. Building on his experience as a finance intern at Dun & Bradstreet, George hopes to explore opportunities in the finance industry as well as teach as a certified flight instructor. He has been a member of the JU Men鈥檚 Lacrosse Team for the past three years and was selected by his coach to represent the team through the NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. As a devoted student-athlete, George navigates the challenges of rigorous training while excelling academically, showcasing both his resilience and leadership qualities.   

Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• JU Beach Volleyball Student Athlete, Leadership Committee 
• Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Team Representative 
• JU Dean鈥檚 List 
• JU University Scholars Program 
• DCOBT Dean鈥檚 Fellow 
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes Member 
• Currently applying to law schools 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• Winter Volunteer at Room in the Inn Homeless Shelter, Nashville, TN
• Volunteer at NFSSE
• Volunteer for Jaguars 

Internships/Employment: 

• Server/Bartender, Richland Country Club, Nashville, TN, May 2021- August 2024
• Business Administration Intern, JPC Construction, Nashville, TN, June 2023- July 2023  

Bio: Amanda is a senior majoring in Business Analytics with a double minor in Finance and Marketing. After completing her undergraduate studies, she plans to attend law school to pursue a JD degree. Amanda is a member of the Division 1 Beach Volleyball team on campus and is also involved in the Student Athletic Advisory Committee. She is a part of the University Scholars Program and was invited to be a DCOBT Dean鈥檚 Fellow. Outside of school, Amanda enjoys volunteering at various non-profits and growing in her faith through attending FCA. Amanda would like to pursue a career in Business/Corporate Law by earning a JD degree at a high-ranking law school. 

Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri

Memberships & Recent Activities:

• Executive Member of JU Varsity Shooting Team
• Zimmerman Scholar
• Member of Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellows
• JU Dean鈥檚 List
• Member of Omicron Delta Kappa
• 探花族 Scholar 
• Davis College Student Ambassador

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:  

• Volunteer of the Donna Foundation
• Beach Clean-Up Volunteer 

Internships/Employment:  

• Student Ambassador, 探花族 Office of Admissions, 探花族, FL (September 2023-Present) 

Bio: Madeline is a junior majoring in Marketing with a minor in Psychology at 探花族 University. She is pursuing her MBA through the Davis College of Business and Technology Grad2Grad program. Madeline works on campus as a student ambassador, is an executive member of the varsity shooting team, and is also a member of Alpha Epsilon Phi. As a former captain of the shooting team and a high academic-achieving student, Madeline has not only learned the importance of balance but also how to be a good student-leader. Madeline hopes to secure a marketing position in the hospitality or tourism industries, where she can utilize her social media experience, creative abilities, and problem-solving skills. Aside from Madeline鈥檚 dedication to academics and career, she enjoys travel, fitness, literature, and the performing arts. As Madeline continues her education at JU, she is looking forward to learning all that she can while encountering new opportunities!

Hometown: Manchester, Missouri

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• Member of JU Cross Country and Track & Field Team
• JU Morgans Message
• Davis College Deans Fellows
• JU President鈥檚 and Dean鈥檚 List
• Member of the Student Athletic Advisory Committee  

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• First Place Sports Race Volunteer (August 2022-Present)
• JU Charter Days 2023/2024- Blue Cypress and TREK Trails 

Internships/Employment:  

• Front Desk/Teacher, Barre3, Des Peres, Missouri- Workout Studio Chain (2019-Present)
• Worked part-time nannying for one girl and two boys, taking them to practices and various summer activities. (May 2022-Present) 

Bio: Jordan Dix is a junior in the Davis College of Business and Technology at 探花族 University majoring in Marketing and minoring in Psychology. She plans to attend law school after graduating, earning her law degree, and beginning a career in business law. A dedicated student-athlete, Jordan has maintained a 3.85 GPA while competing on the JU Women鈥檚 Cross Country and Track team for three years. Her parents and dedication to the student-athlete lifestyle have instilled a strong work ethic, teaching her the importance of time management, communication, and striving for excellence. Through her time as a student-athlete, Jordan has also developed leadership skills and learned the value of teamwork in achieving shared success. She has worked in a鈥痺orkout studio, Barre3 Des Peres, at home in St. Louis for over four years and loves to spend time there working out and bonding with clients. During her free time, Jordan enjoys going to the beach, spending time with friends and family, and exploring 探花族.

Hometown: Callahan, Florida

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Zimmerman Scholar
• Dean鈥檚 fellow
• Honors Student Association Vice President
• Phi Kappa Phi Vice President
• Beta Alpha Psi Vice President 

Volunteer Experience and Off-campus Involvement:

•  Christ鈥檚 Church family and production ministry (2021- Present)

Internships and Employment:

• Finance Intern, Miller Electric Company - 探花族, FL (May 2024-August 2024)
• Intern Co-Coordinator, Miller Electric Company - 探花族, FL (August 2024-Present)
• Family ministry coordinator, Christ鈥檚 Church - 探花族, FL (November 2022- April 2024)
• Academic Support Center Tutor and Supplemental Instructor, 探花族 - 探花族, FL (August 2023- April 2024)  

Bio: Faith Fisher is a dedicated senior in the Davis College of Business and Technology, pursuing a major in Finance with a minor in English. Known for her strong leadership skills, she has held various positions within student organizations, demonstrating her commitment to making a positive impact on campus. Beyond her academic pursuits at 探花族, Faith remains connected to her roots by staying involved with her hometown dance studio, where she shares her passion for dance and mentorship. A devoted member of her church community, she cherishes her family and values the support they provide. With a keen interest in corporate finance, Faith is preparing to launch her career in the finance industry, eager to apply her skills and insights to help businesses thrive. She looks forward to the opportunities that lie ahead as she looks forward to graduation. 

Hometown: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• JU President鈥檚 and Dean鈥檚 List
• Team Captain for the 探花族 Shooting Team
• Executive Committee Member for the JU Shooting Team
• Treasurer for the 探花族 STEM Research Association
• IEEE Student Chapter Member
• 探花族 Society of Physics Students Member
• 探花族 Math Society Member
• 2023 ACUI All American
• 2023 and 2024 ACUI Academic All-American 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• National Sporting Clay Association Certified Instructor
• Assistant Coach for the St. Mary鈥檚 High School Competitive Shooting Team
• Student-Athlete fundraising coordinator for the SMHS CST
• St. Paul Perish Council Member (2020-22) 

Internships/Employment:  

• Student Assistant (Sophomore Level Engineering Design Courses) 鈥� 探花族 (August 2024 鈥� Present)
• Laborer 鈥� Art C. Klein Construction 鈥� Colorado Springs, CO (May 2024 鈥� August 2024)
• Cook/Cashier 鈥� Rudy鈥檚 Country Store and BBQ 鈥� Colorado Springs, CO (January 2020 鈥� December 2022) 

Bio: Shane Gillis is a driven and accomplished Electrical Engineering student in his junior year in the Davis College of Business and Technology at 探花族, pursuing minors in Applied Mathematics and Management. Through a rigorous academic curriculum, he has cultivated a strong technical foundation and developed essential interpersonal skills. Shane's academic excellence is complemented by his diverse practical experiences. As a teaching assistant, he has provided valuable guidance to peers, fostering a collaborative learning environment in sophomore-level engineering design classes. His hands-on experience as a laborer on construction projects has sharpened his problem-solving capabilities and deepened his understanding of real-world engineering applications. In his role as a cashier and cook, Shane demonstrated the ability to perform efficiently in fast-paced settings while delivering exceptional customer service. In addition to his academic and professional pursuits, Shane is actively engaged in leadership roles, including serving on the Parish Council and holding multiple leadership positions with the JU Shooting Team. These roles highlight his commitment to community service, teamwork, and continuous personal development. Shane鈥檚 diverse experiences, academic rigor, and leadership make him a well-rounded and promising candidate for engineering and management roles. His adaptability, collaborative mindset, and ability to excel in both technical and interpersonal domains position him for success in whatever field he chooses to pursue. 

Hometown: 探花族, Florida

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• JU Men鈥檚 Soccer Leadership Group
• JU Men鈥檚 Soccer Team and Captain
• JU Grad2Grad
• Davis College Dean's Fellows
• JU Deans List 2023-2024 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:  

• Rotary Club of Cocoa
• Night to Shine Foundation
• Feeding Northeast Florida  
• Jaguars x Sporting
• JAX Youth Soccer Clinic

Internships/Employment:  

• Mentorship Program - JU Alumni Vlad Rak (EVP, CTO at Dick's Sporting Goods) (March 2024 鈥� Present)
• Sports Coach - Florida Kraze Krush- Orlando, FL (October 2021 鈥� June 2023) 

Bio: Owen Guske is a JU senior majoring in Finance Technology in the Davis College of Business and Technology, with aspirations of pursuing professional soccer after college and a strong interest in product management. He鈥檚 a captain of the JU Men's Soccer team and has demonstrated leadership both on and off the field. Through a mentorship program with JU alumnus Vlad Rak, EVP, and CTO at Dick鈥檚 Sporting Goods, Owen has developed his leadership and strategic-thinking skills, preparing him for his future career pursuits. In his free time, Owen enjoys baking healthy recipes for his family and friends, combining his passion for nutrition with creativity in the kitchen. He鈥檚 also actively learning about real estate and personal finance to enhance his knowledge in both fields. Last year, Owen successfully organized a creative financing deal, showcasing his ability to apply real estate principles in practical scenarios. Upon graduating from JU in December 2024, Owen is eager to explore opportunities in professional soccer and product management while continuing to improve himself and those around him. 

Hometown: East Hartford, Connecticut

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• Defender鈥檚 Den Ambassador (Student Veterans of 探花族)
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellow  
• AFA President
• Beta Alpha Psi Member
• Dean鈥檚 List  

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• Music By the C, LLC volunteer bookkeeping
• Altissimo digital consultant
• Storm Recovery Coordination Agent 

Internships/Employment: 

• Momentum Transportation Accounting Specialist
• Momentum Transportation Accounting Internship
• LumberJacques, LLC Operator
• USMC Machinegunner 

Bio: Michael is a Senior Accounting major, and current accounting specialist at Momentum Transportation and owner of LumberJacques, LLC in CT while pursuing his BBA and MBA in the Grad2Grad program, specializing in forensic accounting at the Davis College of Business & Technology. His drive for success is God and his family. After graduating Michael plans to utilize his skills and experience to make a tangible impact with Momentum. In his free time, Michael enjoys spending quality time with his wife and daughter, playing board games, reconnecting with his fellow veterans, and traveling.

Hometown: Westchester, New York

Memberships & Recent Activities:鈥� 

• JU Grad2Grad Program
• 探花族 Dean鈥檚 List  
• Member of the 探花族 Beach Volleyball Team
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellow
• Beta Alpha Psi Member
• 探花族 Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Representative 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• Campus Connections 838
• Night to Shine Foundation  
• Volunteer for Jaguars

Internships/Employment:  

• Server, Fla Juice and Bowl, 探花族 FL, July-Present
• Coach, Downstate Athletic Center, Westchester NY, Summer 2022 & Summer 2023 

Bio: Emily Kubicsko is a senior in the Davis College of Business and Technology majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics. After earning her undergraduate degree, she plans to further her education and earn her MBA through the Grad2Grad Program. Emily is a captain on the JU Beach Volleyball team and a representative on the student-athlete advisory committee.鈥疶his has helped her further develop time management, discipline, and leadership skills.鈥疉fter completing her master鈥檚 program, Emily plans to complete the CPA exam and work as an auditor for a private or public company.

Hometown: Chicago, Illinois  

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Zimmerman Scholars Program
• DCOBT Student Ambassador   
• Davis College Deans Fellows 
• Dean's List Recipient  
• Order of Omega National Honor Society Vice President  
• Inter-Fraternity Council Vice President of Recruitment  
• Sigma Chi Fraternity Recruitment Chair

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:鈥� 

• Huntsman Cancer Foundation (2022-Present)  
• Charter Day at 探花族 (2023-Present)  
• Time Tebow Foundation Night to Shine (Spring 2024)  
• Feeding Northeast Florida (Spring 2024)  
• Grounds of Grace 2024 (Spring 2024)  
• Dreams Come True 5k (Fall 2024)   

滨苍迟别谤苍蝉丑颈辫蝉/贰尘辫濒辞测尘别苍迟:鈥�   

• Jax RecWell Student Staff and Intramural Coordinator, Jax RecWell, 探花族, Florida (August 2022-Present).

Bio: Jack Kukis is a junior in the Davis College of Business and Technology majoring in Marketing and Management with a minor in Entrepreneurship. He has joined the Grad-to-Grad program and is on track to achieve his MBA in Spring 2027. Jack is very involved on campus at 探花族, including the Zimmerman Scholars, Davis College Student Ambassador, and Sigma Chi Fraternity, to name a few. After graduation, he has an interest in sales. In his free time, he loves fitness, spending time with his friends and family, and being around like-minded individuals. Jack believes surrounding himself with similarly driven individuals will not only help him grow but will also allow him to contribute to the growth of others.   

Hometown: Oceanside, California

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Marine Enlisted Commissioning Education Program (MECEP)
• 探花族 Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC)
• Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellows
• JU President鈥檚 List and Dean鈥檚 List 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:  

• Church of Eleven 22 Student Ministry Leader
• Project Savior Outdoors
• Little League Baseball Coach  
• Youth Soccer Coach
• Neptune Beach Run Club 

Internships/Employment:  

• Gunnery Sergeant - Aviation Quality Assurance Representative & Huey Crew Chief, USMC, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, HI, February 2014 - Present 

Bio: Joshua Kutcher is a senior at 探花族 majoring in Aviation Management. Once he has completed his undergraduate degree, he will be commissioned in the Marine Corps as a 2nd Lieutenant through the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps at JU. Joshua will then attend The Basic School in Quantico, VA where he will compete for a pilot contract. After job selection is completed, Joshua will pursue a Masters degree and eventually retire from the Marine Corps. Once retired, Joshua seeks to gain employment that is flexible enough so he can travel the United States competing in Spartan Races.

Hometown: London, England

Memberships and Recent Activities: 

• Captain of the JU Men鈥檚 Golf Team
• JU Dean鈥檚 List
• SAAC Representative
• Dolphin Student Investment Fund 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• Players Championship Volunteer 

Internships/Employment: 

• Caddy, Sunningdale Golf Club, Sunningdale, England (May 2022 鈥� Present)
• Events Staging Assistant and Builder (May 2024 - Current)
• Covid Vaccine Centre, London, England (January 2021 - August 2021) 

Bio: Jack Neill, an international student from London, England, is pursuing a degree in Finance and FinTech in the Davis College of Business and Technology at 探花族 University. A key member of the JU  Men鈥檚 Golf team, Jack was named captain this year, focusing on mentoring freshmen players and fostering team growth. With aspirations to turn professional after graduation, Jack aims to earn his Tour card within the next year. Beyond campus, Jack spends summers caddying at the renowned Sunningdale Golf Club and competing in golf tournaments across Europe. His dedication to both academics and athletics highlights his drive for excellence in the classroom and on the course. 

Hometown: Sao Paulo, Brazil

Memberships & Recent Activities:鈥� 

• Zimmerman Scholars
• JU Honors Program
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellow
• Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
• JU Green Key Honors Society
• JU President鈥檚 and Dean鈥檚 List
• Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society
• National Society of Leadership and Success 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:鈥� 

• First Coast Healing Hands, Inc. 
• Pink Ribbon JAX
• Campus Connection 838 

Internships/Employment: 

• Peer Advisor - 探花族 - 探花族, FL (August 2024 - Present) 
• Marketing Intern, Campaniadamare, Sorrento, Italy, (May 2024 鈥� June 2024). 
• Marketing Analyst Intern, Unicaserv, Sao Paulo, Brazil, (May 2023 鈥� August 2023).  

Bio:鈥� Isabela Oliveira Guedes is a junior double majoring in International Business and Marketing with minors in Business Analytics and Engineering Management. Isabela is one of the Zimmerman Scholars, a Davis College peer advisor, and an associate at The Reef, an organization part of Student Engagement and Leadership. She serves on the Student Government Association as the International Student Association Senator and was recently inducted into the JU Green Key Honor Society and Phi Kappa Phi. Isabela dedicates her success to the JU faculty and her family, who have continuously supported and inspired her throughout her academic journey. She is currently enrolled in 探花族 University鈥檚 Grad2Grad program and anticipates graduating with her MBA in Spring 2027. After graduation, Isabela would like to pursue a career as a marketing strategist executive in a multinational organization and later acquire a Ph.D. in International Business. 

Hometown: New York, New York

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Hispanic Latino Student Association
• Latino Pilots Association
• Women in Aviation  

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• Aviation tutor (not affiliated with JU)
• North Florida School of Special education helped with their equestrian center team (2021) 

Internships/Employment: 

• Flight Training at L3 Harris Academy  
• Lifeguard at Winston/Brooks YMCA (December 2022- Present) 

Bio: Alyssa Pouget is a senior at 探花族, majoring in Aviation Management and Flight Operations with a minor in Spanish. After graduation, she plans to pursue her certified flight instructor instrument license to help her build time to get to the airlines. Alyssa has actively participated in the Hispanic Latino Student Association, serving as both President and Treasurer during her involvement. She is also proud to have founded and presided over a chapter of the Latino Pilot Association at JU. Beyond her leadership roles, Alyssa volunteers at various Women in Aviation events, including Girls in Aviation Day, and serves as the outreach coordinator for the organization. She enjoys connecting with others who share her passion for aviation. Through her experiences, Alyssa has developed into a successful leader and a supportive team member, skills that will serve her well as a Captain in Training.

Hometown: 探花族, Florida

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Institute of Electrical and Electronics (IEEE) Member
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Member
• Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Member
• JU Deans List
• PHI KAPPA PHI Member
• NHLS Member 

• Master Gardener: Duval County
• GLASA: Wounded Warriors 

Internships/Employment:  

• 1st Class Petty Officer Electronic Technician | United States Navy Reserves MSRON 10. NAS JAX, 探花族. (FEB 2021-Present)
• Electrical Engineer Intern | Jacobs | Naval Station Mayport, FL.  (AUG 2023-DEC 2023)             
• Electronic Technician | Jacobs | Naval Station Mayport, FL. (OCT 2020-MAY 2022)
• 2nd Class Petty Officer Fire Controlman AEGIS| United States Navy USS John Paul Jones DDG53 Pearl Harbor, HI. (DEC 2014-DEC 2020)
• National Park Ranger: Department of Interior, National Park Service. Cape Cod, MA. (DEC 2010-2012)  

叠颈辞:鈥� Shea Prescott is a fourth-year transfer student majoring in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Computing Science in the Davis College of Business and Technology at 探花族. He has served the United States Navy for over 10 years as an Aegis fire controlman and electronic technician. He volunteers as a master gardener for Duval County and the Wounded Warriors adaptive sports project. He has completed his Fundamentals of Engineering: Electrical Certification from the NCEES credentialing agency.  Shea hopes to utilize his Electrical Engineering degree to work as an electrical engineer for the United States Navy Ballistic Missile Defense Program or the United States Army Patriot Program.

Hometown:鈥疢iami, Florida

Memberships and Activities:  

• Phi Kappa Phi
• Green Key
• Sigma Chi Fraternity

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• NFSSE
• Andrew A Robinson Elementary Literacy Day
• Campus Connections

Internships/Employment:

• Student Ambassador, 探花族, 探花族, FL, Spring 2023-Present.  
• RecWell, 探花族, 探花族, FL, Spring 2024-Present.  
• Aviation Ambassador, 探花族, 探花族, FL, Fall 2024-Present. 

Bio: Mason Sanders is a junior majoring in Aviation and Flight Operations in the Davis College of Business and Technology. He balances three campus jobs: working with Admissions as a student ambassador, the Davis College of Business as an Aviation ambassador, and Student Affairs through Jax RecWell. Mason is actively involved in organizations such as Phi Kappa Phi,  Top 25, the Honors College, and the Sigma Chi fraternity, where he serves as finance chair. He has earned Dean鈥檚 List and President鈥檚 List honors twice each during his time at JU. He hopes to use this knowledge to become a captain of an Airbus for Delta Airlines. 

Hometown: Yorktown Heights, New York

Memberships & Recent Activities:鈥� 

• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellows
• JU Dean鈥檚 and President鈥檚 Lists
• JU Honors Student
• JU Flight Team Member
• Women in Aviation Member
• Sigma Chi Fraternity Member
• Private Pilot with Instrument Rating 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:鈥� 

• JU Charter Days
• North Florida School of Special Education
• Huntsman Cancer Institute 

• Davis College Peer Advisor, 探花族, 探花族, FL (August 2024 鈥� Present)
• Summer Camp Counselor, Yorktown Parks and Recreation, Yorktown Heights, NY (June 2024 鈥� August 2024)
• Outside Services Assistant, Hudson National Golf Club, Croton-On-Hudson, NY (May 2023 鈥� July 2023)
• Cashier, ACME Markets, Yorktown Heights, NY (July 2021 鈥� September 2021) 

Bio:鈥� 鈥�Ryan Scully is a junior majoring in Aviation Management and Flight Operations in the Davis College of  Business and Technology. Before completing his degree, he plans to join an airline鈥檚 university program and become a flight instructor to build hours. After earning his undergraduate degree, Ryan will continue to earn flight hours with the ultimate goal of being a pilot for a Part 121 major U.S. airline. Outside of flying, Ryan is an active member of the Sigma Chi fraternity, Women in Aviation, and JU鈥檚 Flight Team. Additionally, he works as a Peer Advisor in the Davis College Center for Professional Development. In his free time, Ryan enjoys spending time with friends, going to the beach, and exploring new places. 

Hometown: Freilassing, Bavaria, Germany

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
• Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society  
• JU Men鈥檚 Soccer Team
• Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, President  
• Morgan鈥檚 Message Treasurer  
• Zimmerman Scholar  
• JU Dean鈥檚 List and President鈥檚 List
• DCOBT Dean鈥檚 Fellow
• JU Green Key Honor Society  
• Student Life Committee  

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement:  

• American Red Cross
• Tim Tebow Foundation (探花族 Night to Shine)
• Feeding Northeast Florida
• Coach at 探花族 FC 

Internships/Employment:  

• Sales Employee, Kaufland Freilassing, Germany (July 2021 鈥� June 2022)
• Peer Advisor, DCOBT, 探花族 (March 2024 鈥� Present)
• RecWell Staff, JU, 探花族 (March 2024 鈥� Present)
• Operations Intern, West Texas FC, Midland, TX (May 2024 鈥� July 2024) 

Bio: 鈥�Christian Sekanina is a junior in the Davis College of Business and Technology at 探花族, majoring in Sport Business and Management and minoring in Business Analytics. Christian has been a member of the JU Men鈥檚 Soccer Team for three years and is grateful for the opportunities that the sport of soccer has given him in his life. As a student-athlete, he has been able to learn the importance of time management and collaboration, developing a tremendous understanding of what it means to succeed within a team environment. After graduating from JU, Christian hopes to work in a professional sports organization, where he can positively impact the lives of other athletes.  鈥� 

Hometown: Missouri City, Texas

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Co-Founder/ President - JU STEM Research Association  
• Student Government Association - Commuter Student Senator
• Green Key Honor Society  
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers  
• Society of Physics Students
• Honors Program / Honors Students Association  
• Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
• DCOBT Deans Fellows

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• Author in the Journal of Applied Mathematics and Physics (Published Research  鈥淎 Study on Multivariable Interactions Concerning Radar Cross Section Reduction through Geometric Attributes鈥� Vol. 12 No.7)
• North Florida School of Special Education Equestrian Center
• Sienna Strong (Hurricane Relief, Houston, Tx)
• JU Hurricane Clean Up (Hurricanes Ian, Idalia, and Milton)
• Jags Foundation Volunteer Gameday Operations Assistant 

Internships/Employment: 

• Launch Goalie School- Self Employed - Founder/ Event Organizer/ Coach 鈥� Houston, Texas (June 2023 鈥� Current)
• Supreme Lacrosse - Assistant Lacrosse Coach -  Houston, Texas (June 2023 鈥� Current)
• True Lacrosse - Assistant Lacrosse Coach -  Houston, Texas (June 2023 鈥� December 2023 

Bio: Evan Sharp is currently a Davis College of Business and Technology junior majoring in Mechanical Engineering who has excelled academically while participating on the Men鈥檚 Lacrosse team at 探花族 Univeristy. During his time at JU, he has been named to the President鈥檚 List three times and has pursued a variety of extracurricular activities, including co-founding the STEM Research Association, where he currently serves as president. Notably, in the summer of 2024, Evan had engineering research published and featured as a solo author in the Journal of Applied Mathematics and Physics, a peer-reviewed academic journal. Evan is a very driven and detail-oriented student, who is passionate about learning and creating. In his free time, he enjoys practicing his engineering and lacrosse skills, reading non-fiction, and working out. After he graduates from JU in the spring of 2026, Evan hopes to pursue his passion for innovation through a career in the defense industry. 

Hometown: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• Member of Women鈥檚 Rowing Team
• 2024 MAAC Rowing Champion
• Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society
• Beta Gamma Sigma Honors Society
• Omicron Delta Kappa Honors Society
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellows
• 探花族 President鈥檚 List Fall 2023, Spring 2024
• BIG 10 Distinguished Scholar Award 2022/23 year
• Academic All BIG 10 Award 2022/23 year 

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• Volunteer at Rock the Docks 2024 

Internships/Employment: 

• Site Supervisor at Jack of Sports summer camp - Toronto, Canada (May 鈥� August 2022)
• Ski Racing Coach for elite ski racers at Alpine Ski Club 鈥� Collingwood, Canada (December 2017- March 2023) 

Bio: Kenni Smith is a senior in the Davis College of Business and Technology, majoring in Finance, and set to graduate in May 2025. After completing her undergraduate degree from 探花族, she plans to get her MBA in Accounting and Finance through the Grad2Grad Program. Kenni is a leader on the Women鈥檚 Rowing team and in the classroom with a 4.0 GPA. She believes her academic and athletic achievements demonstrate that she learns quickly, works extremely hard, and thrives in a competitive environment, where she can leverage her people skills. Her goal is to pursue a career in corporate finance or institutional sales in a large metropolitan area.

Hometown: Waldorf, Maryland 

Memberships & Recent Activities: 

• President鈥檚 and Dean鈥檚 List
• Davis College Dean's Fellow
• ACM Vice President
• Jennifer Glock Fellow 
   
  

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• North Florida School of Special Education  
• AI for Good Hackathon Competitor 

Internships/Employment:  

• Community Assistant, 探花族 Residential Life, 探花族, FL (August 2024 鈥� Present)
• Student Worker, 探花族 Office of University Advancement, , 探花族, FL (September 2023 鈥� Present)
• Teaching Assistant, 探花族, 探花族, FL (January 2024 鈥� Present)
• Honors Peer Mentor, 探花族, 探花族, FL (August 2023 鈥� April 2024)
• Undergraduate AI/Cybersecurity Researcher, National Science Foundation (NSF), Rochester, MI (May 2024 鈥� July 2024)

Bio: Ann Ubaka is a Davis College of Business and Technology junior majoring in Computer Science with minors in Data Science and Cybersecurity at 探花族. She has a strong passion for artificial intelligence and machine learning. Ann enjoys working on hands-on projects and plans to pursue a Master鈥檚 in Machine Learning after graduation, with an interest in conducting research before entering the industry. She is actively involved as vice president of ACM and a member of the Honors Program as well as actively participates in hackathons. Outside of her studies, Ann loves reading, crocheting, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.

Hometown: Mankato, Minnesota 

Memberships & Recent Activities:  

• Women in Aviation  
• Alpha Delta Pi  
• Alpha Eta Rho
• Flight Team  
• Davis College Dean鈥檚 Fellows
• Dean鈥檚 list  

Volunteer Experience & Off-Campus Involvement: 

• Campus Connections  
• Civil Air Patrol
• Ronald McDonald house charities  
• Night to Shine 探花族  
• Holy Grounds  
• Connections Homeless Shelter  

• School of Aviation Tutor (January 2024- Present)  
• L3 Harris Flight Instructor (September 2024-Present)  

Bio:  Grace Whitney is a Davis College of Business and Technology senior majoring in Aviation Management with Flight Operations. Upon graduating from 探花族, she plans on building flight hours by instructing at L3 Harris Flight School. Grace has been accepted into the Delta Propel program and intends to fly commercially for Endeavor Airlines and Delta Airlines upon reaching her required flight hours. In addition to being a flight student, Grace enjoys being an active member of her sorority and volunteering her time in various organizations in the community.