Orientation Staff
- Contact the Orientation Office after June 1:
- E-mail
(585) 275-4414 - Office Hours:
- Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
| Contact the Staff | About the Staff |
|---|---|
 Annalise Baird Class of 2013 | Annalise Baird is a member of the class of 2013 from the Philadelphia area. Majoring in Language, Media, and Communications, with a minor in Psychology, and clustering in Brain and Cognitive Science, Annalise keeps herself busy with classes and clubs alike. She has a passion for theater and has been involved in the Annual 24-Hour Play Festival, the Annual Student-Written One Act Play Festival, public relations at Todd Theatre, and has performed in two University of Rochester theatrical productions. And as if that wasn't enough theatre, Annalise is also a member of The Opposite of People (TOOP) student theatre company where she holds an officer position as Public Relations Chair. She is also in Chi Omega, serving on the executive board as Panhellenic Delegate. Last year she was a Freshman Fellow and lived in freshman housing to provide peer support and advice to underclassmen. Annalise is currently involved in a passionate love affair with the University of Rochester and cannot wait to spread the love to all of the new freshmen! |
 Kevin Brown Class of 2014 | Kevin Brown is a sophomore Chemical Engineering Major who plans to minor in Alternative Energy Systems and cluster in Psychology, you might expect to find Kevin in one of the many libraries on Campus. However, he not only finds time to attend classes but also become involved in activities at the University. Kevin worked with the Upward Bound program as a tutor for incoming high school freshmen and recently became an Engineering Ambassador. As an Engineering Ambassador, Kevin gives engineering focused tours of the campus he has grown to love, and assists with engineering events such as Engineer’s Week. He is a regular at FratBoys & Poets, a bi-monthly Open Mic Night on campus. Kevin is an active member of the Black Students Union and was awarded Member of the Year at their Annual Black Tie Affair. Kevin is passionate about giving back to the University. Being an Orientation Leader and having a chance to share his experience with the Class of 2015 will only be the tip of the iceberg. |
 Katie Smith Graduate Intern | From Lima, NY, Katie is excited to be the graduate intern for the 2011 Orientation Program! Katie is a 2009 alumna of SUNY Geneseo where she studied Psychology and Spanish, played varsity lacrosse and fell in love with the college atmosphere. Katie is currently pursuing a master’s degree at the University of Rochester’s Warner School of Education, studying Higher Education with a concentration in Student Affairs. When not working on orientation, Katie works as a graduate assistant for student leadership programs in the Rochester Center for Community Leadership (RCCL) and Residential life. Outside of school, Katie is a voracious reader, an enthusiastic kickball player and a novice gardener. Katie is thrilled to be part of a fun team and cannot wait to welcome new students to the U of R! |
 Andrea Sobolewski T5 Class of 2011 | Andrea Sobolewski, an Art History major, is a Take Five student pursuing her fifth year of study in the Development of African Political Economy. Andrea enjoys being busy and has been exceedingly involved in the Students' Association Government. This past year, she served as a Senator for the Class of 2011 and as the Policy & Review Committee Chair. She was involved in 2011 Class Council and is a Student Alumni Ambassador. This year, Andrea will be serving as a Senator-At-Large. On the very rare occasions that Andrea is not in class or the Senate Office, she can be found fueling her caffeine addiction, studying in the Art/Music Library, or working at the Warner School. Andrea is very excited to be at the University of Rochester as a Take Five student, and even more excited to serve as an Orientation Leader for the incoming class of 2015! |
 Laura Vidler Class of 2012 | Laura Vidler is a member of the class of 2012 and a double major in Psychology and Spanish with a cluster in Brain and Cognitive Sciences. She served as a member of the Campus Activities Board for two years, which sparked her interest and love for U of R’s many campus wide events. Laura loves to sing (and sometimes rap) and has been in Gospel Choir since her freshman year. When she isn’t in Starbucks, you can find her selling candy at the Common Market—another campus hot spot. She also loves working with children and has found several ways to do so in the Rochester community during her time at U of R. Laura has been a part of the Orientation team in some capacity since the beginning of her sophomore year and couldn’t be more excited to be an Orientation Leader this year! She can’t wait to share her enthusiasm with the class of 2015 and show them what a great place Rochester is. |
