Elise Riggle
Coordinator of Campus Life
Elise would like to see student organizations, leadership experiences, and facilities upgrades improve the overall campus experience for students. She enjoys working in the union because it allows her to watch students get to know each other and interact socially. She is also able to watch students find their fit on campus. When not on campus, she enjoys spending time with her boys, and cheering for the Pittsburgh Steelers! A fun fact about Elise is that she says she has the sense of humor of a 15-year-old boy.
Tammy Smith
Assistant Coordinator of Campus Life
Tammy has worked on the Mansfield campus for 24 years, the last eight of which have been spent in the Office of Student Engagement. She looks at the campus as her second home, and enjoys being a part of the campus community, especially interacting with our students in the Union. She and her husband have two sons. She loves going to Buckeye football games, and still gets goosebumps when she witnesses Script Ohio. She also has begun working on her "bucket" list and is determined to learn to two-step and play guitar, among other goals. A fun fact about Tammy is that for eight years she coached cheerleading at a local high school.
Deondre Davis
Political Science
Ohio State
More information coming soon!
Moira Fodor
Early Childhood Education
Ohio State
After graduation, Moira would like to teach 3rd grade, and would also like to work on establishing a photography business. This is the 2nd year Moira has worked in the Union, and she enjoys that she is able to meet new people, and is able to be involved in activities going on around campus. Her hobbies include photography, sports, singing, shopping, and hanging out with her firends. A fun fact about Moira is that she loves meeting new people.
Leah Gesouras
Theatre
Ohio State
After graduation, Leah would like to travel on a professional Broadway touring company! Later, she would like to teach private voice lessons. This is the second year Leah has worked in the Union. She enjoys meeting new people, being involved in certain activities, and the convenience of working on campus. Her hobbies include singing, acting, community involvement, performing, studio work, and shopping. A fun fact about Leah is that she has been in at least 20 productions/performances since the age of 13.
Tina Jennings
Social Service
NC State
After graduation, Tina plans to purchase her first home and then invest in a small property. At some point she would like to relocate from the area, but is unsure of where she would like to go. She enjoys the Union because it allows her to meet many fun people: Her hobbies include traveling and spending time with family and friends. A fun fact about Tina is that she loves to laugh.
Rita Massie
Nursing
Ohio State
Ater graduation, Rita would like to become an RN to help people and become successful in the medical field. Rita is in her second year as a Union employee, and enjoys it because she has, and continues to meet, many people. Her hobbies include hanging out with friends and going to movies. A fun fact about Rita is that she loves to have fun and meet new people.
Courtney Ryan
Undecided
Ohio State
After graduation, Courtney would just like to get a good job. She enjoys working the Jnion because the people she works with are great! She enjoys playing volleyball, hanging with friends, and eating. A fun fact about Courtney is that she been surfing with a pro surfer.
Nathan Schalk
Mechanical Engineering
Ohio State
After graduation, Nathan would like to find a good job, and purchase a home and land in the country. He says he likes working in the Union because he can be around people and has a nice boss and co-workers. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, basketball, and woodworking.
A fun fact about Nathan is that he has a pet deer!
Leah Schwechheimer
Biology
Ohio State
After receiving her bachelor's degree, Leah plans to continue her education by attending medical school with the goal of becoming a doctor. She would like to have one big happy family! She enjoys the Union because she can help others, and she learns so much about campus activities. She has already made tons of friends and lots of connections on campus. She enjoys reading and volunteering. She loves animals, including her dog, Maizie, and her hamster, Stu. Some fun facts about Leah arethatshe is terrified of aliens and bigfoot, spent 2 months in Mexico this past summer, and once read Harry Potter 6 in one day!
Johni Eberly
Zoology
Ohio State
Johni is still deciding wehtehr she would like to continue on to graduate school after obtaining an undergraduate degree. She sees herself working with exotic animals at a zoo. She loves being a part of the campus, and feels working in the Union allows her to be a part of the action, while working in a very relaxing and easy-going environment. She spends most of her time with friends and family. She loves dancing, even though she says she isn't very good. Johni loves animals and has two dogs and two cats.
Samantha Stathamr
Technical Theatre
Ohio State
After graduation, Sam plans to move to a big city and work at a large theatre. She enjoys the people she works with in the Union and likes to help answer people's questions. Her hobbies include theatre, reading, traveling, attending renaissance faires, and being awesome. A fun fact about Samantha is that her dog has 6 first names and 4 last names.
Lex Clark
Mechanical Engineering
Ohio State
After graduation, Lex plans to apply to Honda and Suzuki and hopes to work in one of their racing departments. She enjoys working in the Union because she meets new people every day. Lex says it's her favorite spot on campus! Her hobbies and interests include racing motocross, puzzles, and problem solving activities. A fun fact about Lex is that she can solve a Rubik's Cube.
Keon Willis
Psychology
Ohio State
After graduation, Keon plans to have a career in Clinical Psychology/youth and adolescent advising, as well as public motivational speaking. Keon enjoys working in the Union because you can meet new and interesting people. He loves to dance, play sports and loves to eat! School is also one of his favorite activities. A fun fact about Keon is that he says you name it - he can do it, except singing higher and better than fellow staff member Leah Gesouras.
David Yoder
English
Ohio State
After graduation, David would like to go into public relations, marketing, or brand development with an emphasis on social media platforms. He enjoys the atmosphere in the Union, and says the people he works with make it a great place to be. His hobbies include design, writing, concerts, acting, and sports. David says Frisbee, Coke Floats, and FRIENDS make him a happy person.
