Meet Our Orientation Leaders

Abbie R. (She/Her) 

Senior Occupational Therapy Assistant from Beaver Dam, KY

Hey, everyone! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader. Outside of Orientation, I work as a student worker in the Screaming Eagles Complex, serve as President of Occupational Therapy Assistant Class of ‘22, Organization Dictator of Love Unites Love Avails, a member of the Archie Mascot program; and have been a Welcome Week Leader for two years. Outside of USI life I enjoy going on hikes with my adorable golden doodle, Winnie, spending time with my amazing friends, and finding time to go home to see my parents and brother! Enjoy all my bad jokes because I love putting smiles on others faces! In the future I hope to travel as an OTA!

Amelia A. (She/They) 

Senior History Major from Indianapolis, IN

Hey, all! I am involved with Feminist Majority Alliance on campus. I also aid Campus Cats in some of their operations. I enjoy gaming on my PC and Nintendo Switch. I adore animals and am getting a minor in biology. In my free time I draw and watch TV. My dad and grandma both attended USI, and I am proud to be a third generation USI student! See you all soon!

Anh T.

Sophomore Marketing Major from Evansville, IN 

Hi everyone! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader and I'm super excited to help new students with their transition to USI. I enjoy going to on-campus events and going to different spots around campus to do my homework. Outside of classes, I usually stay at home and binge Netflix. When I get a burst of motivation, I like to go outside for walks, take pictures, and hang out with friends. In the future, I want to get more involved with student organizations on campus and travel the world after I graduate. 

Brady R. 

Sophomore Nursing Major from Greencastle, IN

Hey, everyone! My name is Brady Robinson and I'm a sophomore nursing student. This is my first year as an Orientation Leader. Outside of being an Orientation Leader I am a Student Assistant in the New Student and Transitional Programs office on campus, involved in numerous intramurals, and a member of College of Republicans. I also participated in the 10th annual Southern Indiana Dance Marathon where we raised over $44,000 for Riley Hospital for Children. Outside of school I love being active, hanging with friends, hammocking, and hiking. In the future I hope to be a nurse practitioner at a children’s hospital with dreams to better the lives of sick children and their families. 

Brylee B. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Biology Major from Bedford, IN

Hey! Aside from being an Orientation Leader, I am also a Welcome Week Leader, a Student Ambassador, a member of the Pott College Student Advisory Board, a member of Biology Club, an Emerging Leaders graduate, and I am in the Honors Program. I enjoy crocheting, baking, riding bikes and playing volleyball with friends and volunteering at local animal shelters. One day, I plan to be a doctor because I love helping people!

Chase F.

Sophomore Criminal Justice Major from Boonville, IN

Hey, everyone! I am a criminal justice major with a psychology minor. I am a security guard, Orientation Leader, student worker at the Screaming Eagles Complex on campus, and I collect tickets at sport events. I try to stay busy as you can see. On campus I am also involved in Emerging Leaders and Student Government Association. I go to many of events the Activities Programming Board puts on throughout the year. I also enjoy basketball, volleyball, and watching movies.  Some interesting facts about me are that I have been to Washington D.C. twice, and I have won the paper airplane contest three times in a row in my hometown. 

Elizabeth B. (She/Her) 

Communication Studies Graduate from Indianapolis, IN

Hey!! My name is Elizabeth and I’m the current Orientation Student Assistant. I graduated this May with a Bachelor of Science in communication studies. During my time at USI I was a Welcome Week Leader, an Orientation Leader for two years, started a club named SustainAbility and served as president for two years, and was the the Vice President of USI's Feminist Campus organization. I’m originally from Indianapolis but have since moved to Evansville with my partner and have two dogs who are my whole world! When I’m done with my position here I plan to have a career in higher education administration. 

Emma C.

Sophomore Biology Major from Mt. Vernon, IN

Hey everybody! I'm Emma, and this is my first year as an Orientation Leader. I am so excited to meet everyone! Outside of being an Orientation Leader, I am also the Panhellenic Delegate for Delta Zeta, and a member of USI's Biology Club. Outside of school, I love working at a local hospital, reading, and hanging out with friends and family. In the future, I hope to attend medical school and study to become a doctor.

Gracie M. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Marketing Major from Montgomery, IN

Along with being an Orientation Leader, I am also involved in USI's Marketing Club and enjoy trying new restaurants, thrifting, traveling, and collecting Squishmallows. I have a coffee and shopping addiction and am a terrible driver. I can't wait for this coming year because I will get to meet all the incoming students. 

Jackson C. (He/Him) 

Senior Biology & French Studies Major from Newburgh, IN

Hey, everyone. This is my third year as an Orientation Leader and my senior year at USI. I am a double major in biology and French studies with a pre-dental concentration. I am the Vice President of the Alpha Mu Gamma World Language Honor Society. I am a mentor for the Honor's Program and an active member of many other organizations on campus including Biology Club and Pre- Professional Health Club. I am a research assistant on campus, conducting research on evaporative water loss in animals. Outside of school I enjoy playing tennis, walking on the trails, and traveling as much as possible

Jordan D. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Elementary Major from Crawford County, IN 

Hey! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader. I decided to become an OL to further my involvement on campus. When I am not helping out with Orientation I am also a Welcome Week Leader. I am looking forward to helping everyone move in this August and to meet all the incoming students! Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my friends, taking naps, and going on hikes. See you soon!

Jurney S.

Junior Elementary & Special Education Major From Jasper, IN

Hey everyone! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader and I am so happy to be here! I graduated from Emerging Leaders my freshman year of college, and just finished being the Marathon Relations coordinator for the Southern Indiana Dance Marathon. I have been a Peer Mentor for Pott College as well. I love to go bow-fishing and ride fourwheelers. Hanging out with my Pitbull, Ester, is my favorite daily activity.

Madison S. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Occupational Therapy Assistant & Social Work Major from Spencer, IN

Hey everyone! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader. I started my freshman year in Emerging Leaders, where I learned many leadership and communication skills. Outside of being an Orientation Leader, I became an Emerging Leaders Mentor and a Welcome Week leader to help guide new and transitioning students here at USI. I am also a part of the Riley Dance Marathon Committee.

Additionally, I am a student worker at the Recreation Fitness and Wellness Center while I further my education and seek a future career in a healthcare facility. Aside from school, I love hiking, shopping, getting coffee with friends, going to the zoo, and traveling. I also love learning how to get involved and give back to my community and those who have greatly impacted my life. I can't wait to see all of your amazing faces here at USI soon, Go Screagles!

Marcus R.
Sophmore Pre-nursing major from Greencastle, Indiana

Hey everyone! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader. Outside of Orientation Leader, I became involved with Emerging Leaders, where I learned leadership skills along with communication. From there, I got involved with Student Ambassadors (campus tour guides) and will be a Resident Assitant this coming school year. I am also a part of the Riley Dance Marathon Executive Committee. Aside from school, I love spending time with friends and family, being active, traveling, and doing anything outdoors. I can't wait to see all of you grow here at USI in the near future, Go Screagles!

Mariah F.  

Sophomore Mechanical Engineering & German Major from Evansville, IN

Hello! My name is Mariah Fulton. I will be a sophomore mechanical engineering and German double major here at USI in the fall. This is my first year as an Orientation Leader, and I can’t wait to meet everyone! Outside of being an Orientation Leader, I am also involved in Eagle Catholic, the Society of Women Engineers, and Solar Splash, an engineering club that builds a solar powered boat and races it against other schools at a summer conference. I also enjoy going for walks, spending time with my friends and family, and reading. Whenever I’m asked about my favorite book, it’s impossible for me to decide, but my favorite genres are probably science fiction and historical fiction. If anyone ever wants to talk about books, come find me! I’d love to!

Megan M. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Exploring Major from Evansville, IN 

Hello! I am so excited for my first year as an Orientation Leader and to introduce students to their new home for the upcoming years. Outside of being an Orientation Leader, I am involved in the Honors Program, Emerging Leaders, the Newman Catholic Organization, Welcome Week Leaders, Merit Scholars, and Intramurals. I also work as a Peer Advisor in the Center for Exploring Majors and as an aftercare assistant at a local preschool. As for hobbies, I enjoy spending time outside and with my family and friends. Currently, I am still undecided on a major but am exploring all the opportunities USI provides! 

Michaela S. (She/They) 

Sophomore Business Administration Major from Vincennes, IN

Hello! Alongside with being an Orientation Leader, I'm a part of USI’s Tabletop Club and Toastmaster’s. Some of my hobbies include singing, dancing, hanging out with friends, and art! A couple of interesting facts about myself are that I like to collect many different kinds of rocks and crystals. I have three dogs named Max, Milo, and Bubba and I have a cross-eyed Siamese kitten named Raya!

 Paige A. (She/Her)

Junior Elementary & Special Education Major from Batesville, IN

Hey, everyone! This is my second year as an Orientation Leader. I started my second year as a mentor and came out of what I like to call "retirement" to continue my career for the summer!

Outside of being an Orientation Leader, I am a student assistant in the New Student and Transitional Programs office on campus, President of Kappa Delta Pi, an international honors society for educators, a graduate of USI's Emerging Leaders program and a Pott College Peer Mentor. Outside of school, I love painting, reading, and hiking.

I also love community involvement and giving back to my possible future students. I've worked closely with professors in the Teacher Education Department and raised over $1500 to provide over 90 students living in poverty with essentials to survive the winter months! I can't wait to meet all of you and help you prepare for your time at USI. Go Screagles! 

 Reagan F.

Sophomore Biology with a Pre. Med Concentration Major from

Henderson, KY

Hi everyone! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader. Outside of being an OL, I am President of the Biology Club on campus, a graduate of USI’s Emerging Leaders Program, a Supplemental Instructor for General Chemistry, and am in the Honors Program. During my free time I love to exercise, read books, and spend time with my family. I also love volunteering in the nursery at my church! A fun fact about me is that I want to be a doctor. Although I am still deciding on what specialty I want to go into, I know I want to use my love for science and medicine to help others!

Reyna A. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Early Childhood Education Major from Lyons, IN

Hey there! I am a first-time orientation leader. I have participated in Southern Indiana Dance Marathon, USI’s Living Learning Community, now called Theme Living Communities, and I am an Early Childhood Education Major! Outside of school, I work as a before and after school counselor. I spend a lot of my free time with my dog, Rosie, going swimming and hiking as often as possible. I love to paint, bake, and go stargazing.

 Sarah F. 

Senior Food & Nutrition Major w/ a Concentration in Dietetics from Evansville, IN

Hey, everyone! Alongside being an Orientation Leader I am the President for the Food and Nutrition student organization, a Student Ambassador, and a member of the Activities Programming Board. In my free time I love weightlifting, exploring different National Parks, and arts and crafts.

Skye F.

Senior Advertising & Public Relations Major from Fishers, IN

Hey, all! I am a proud Orientation Leader mentor, coming up on my third year of being a Welcome Week Leader, as well as a Dance Marathon Morale Leader. When I am not studying or doing various events on campus, I enjoy modeling for my photographer friends, playing piano, singing/ karaoke, dancing, making fun videos, baking, horseback riding and playing video games! I even had the opportunity to be the first actress in an upcoming Azzip commercial! I love being creative whenever I can and am always down to help out a friend.

 Susanna S.

Sophomore Elementary Education Major from Monroe City, IN

Hey, everyone! This is my first year as an Orientation Leader. Outside of Orientation leading I am a member of the Honors Program and I work part-time at the campus library. Outside of school I paint, read novels, hangout with friends, and build stick forts with my niece and nephews. A fact about me is that I am a huge Marvel and Harry Potter fan. If I'm not at work or class, you can always find me at some secluded picnic table reading a book.

Tamia S. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Psychology Major from Owensboro, KY

Hey, Screagles! My name is Tamia and I'm so excited to meet y'all! While being an Orientation Leader, I am also a Student Ambassador (so I may have given you a tour or hung out with you on Admitted Student Day!), Welcome Week Leader, and an Emerging Leaders graduate. I currently work in the Undergraduate Admissions Office. I love sports, especially basketball, and I am a huge Tar Heels fan. I am a "people person" and I love being with friends and family. I absolutely LOVE my dog, Bella! This summer, I am going to Ghana with some other amazing students and I'm so excited about the trip! One fun fact out of many that you will learn as you get to know me is that Steve Harvey is my comedic role model, and my plan is to dress up as him for Halloween! See you this summer! 

 Thea P.

Junior Social Work Major from Ferdinand, IN

Hi, everyone! I am Thea and this is my second year as an Orientation Leader and my first year as a mentor. Along with being an Orientation Leader, I am on the planning committee of Active Minds, in the honors program, a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority; and am in the Social Work Program here at USI. Outside of school, I like to volunteer and get involved in the community, collect plants, paint, and go antique shopping! In the future, I plan to graduate from USI with my masters in social work and become a licensed clinical social worker specializing in substance abuse or become a family therapist. Then, hopefully writing my own book about my work to de-stigmatize mental health! Welcome to USI!

Treasure N. (She/Her) 

Sophomore Nursing Major from Marengo, IN

Hello, my name is Treasure and I am a second year nursing student at USI. My favorite things right now are the color pink, reading books, and my dog Wilson. My first year at USI has been a blast, and I am so excited to be an Orientation Leader this summer! Besides being an Orientation Leader, I plan on being an anatomy and physiology tutor at Academic Skills for the fall semester, so if you are a Health Professions major I may see you again! Some of my favorite activities on campus are participating in intramural sports, studying in the fireside lounge, and hanging out with my friends on and off campus. I have fallen in love with Los Bravos (boo Hacienda) and having a Walmart less than five minutes away from where I live. My favorite classes I have taken so far have been anatomy, Latin, and psychology. Since moving to Evansville I have loved the city here, and cannot wait to be here another three years!

Yuri Lo Ng

Junior Biology Major from Panama

Hi everyone! My name is Yuri Lo Ng, and I am an international student from Panama. I am a Biology major with a minor in biochemistry. This is my first year as an orientation leader, and I am so excited to help everyone to get involved with USI. I am a bilingual student ambassador, student worker in special events, and will be an International Orientation Assistant this coming school year. One interesting fact about me is that I can speak three languages (Chinese, Spanish, and English) and one dialect (Hakka). During my free time, I enjoy painting, cooking, reading books, and watching dramas or movies. I can't wait to see all of you guys at USI in the near future, Go Screagles!!!! And Welcome to USI!!!