Civic Engagement

Janelly Andrade-Gonzales

Coach

Hello, My name is Janelly Andrade-Gonzales I am a junior from Los Angeles, CA. I am majoring in American Sign Language, Business as well as being part of the Dual Degree Nursing program. Outside of academics I work in the admissions office as a meridian (tour guide). I love to play board games and go for walks. Not only that but I love to draw, cook, and bake. I am very excited to be a part of the TOUR Program.

Maya Baumann

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Coach

Hi! My name is Maya Baumann, I am Honduran but currently living in Havana, Cuba. I am a Sophomore currently double majoring in International Relations and Environmental Studies with a minor in Spanish. Outside of the classroom I am the women’s club rugby DEI chair and a member of the Alpha Phi sorority where I am the Director of Diversity, as well as a member of the SALSA. I am extremely passionate about politics and diversity issues in all fields. In my free time I love to go to the gym, color, read and hang out with my friends. I am extremely excited to be a part of the TOUR this year and can’t to continue working with the students.

Ella French

Coach

Hi! My name is Ella French, I am from Rochester and a junior double majoring in Health Behavior and Society and American Sign Language. I am currently in the GRADE program through the Warner School of Education on the path to pursuing a master’s in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have had experience as a teaching assistant and substitute teacher for a special education classroom, volunteer experience at the Autism Center, and more! Outside of the classroom, I love hanging out with friends, going for walks, and listening to music. I am super excited to be a part of the TOUR program!

Iván Cea Gómez

Coach

Hi! My name is Iván Cea Gómez.  I finished the first year of my degree in Business and Film and Media Studies. I am also very interested in learning languages. My native tongue is Spanish and I am taking a French course too. Aside from academics, I am on the board of the Film Council, and I am looking forward to creating a Mexican association on campus.

I enjoy exploring myself through two main passions, nature and society. I am a big fan of outdoor programs, which even encouraged me to climb the highest mountain in Africa while living in Tanzania. Moreover, I am excited to contribute to my local community, as I see it also as a rewarding opportunity to learn as well. Very happy to be part of the TOUR program this year!

Jordyn Kowalkowski

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Coach

Jimin Lee

Coach

"Hi! My name is Jimin Lee and I am a sophomore studying Neuroscience and Psychology. Outside of TOUR, I am involved in Best Buddies, the HELP Volunteer Program at Highland Hospital, and Dr. Ashrafioun's Research. I am passionate about medicine, mental health, and community outreach for well-being. In my free time, I love reading, hanging out with friends, and working out!"

Varsha Ramesh

Coach

Hello! My name is Varsha Ramesh and I am a senior majoring in Neuroscience and Psychology with a minor in Health Policy, and a cluster in Hinduism. Outside of the classroom, I’m a member of Globemed on the Partnerships committee, a research assistant in Young Lab, a Friends of Strong volunteer, and the secretary for Rochester Rangoli and HSA. I absolutely love singing, dancing, swimming, and exploring new hobbies! I am so excited to be part of the TOUR program this year! 

Hannah Rickert

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Lead Coach

Hi! My name is Hannah Rickert and I am a senior majoring in biomedical engineering with a minor in cognitive psychology and I am part of the GEAR (Graduate Engineering at Rochester) program! I currently hold positions as president for both Engineers Without Borders and Society of Women Engineers, and I also play club field hockey, work as an admissions + engineering tour guide, TA for an intro BME course, and am an active member in Biomedical Engineering Society. I additionally hold a position on the SWE National curriculum committee where we are currently working on spreading the word about a Neuro-inclusion Training available to all SWE national members!

I am in the Medallion and Grand Challenge Scholars Programs here on campus and conduct cognitive neuroscience research over at the Center for Advanced Brain Imaging and Neurosurgery (URMC CABIN)! Aside from education, my two primary passions are nature and baking. I am from a small coastal town in Maine, so I had close proximity to the mountains, the ocean, and lakes. I have worked at a bakery & restaurant in my hometown for the past five years and love every second of the fast-paced environment and not to mention, the 30 quart Hobart mixer I've gotten to use to make cookie dough! In the past, I have worked as a classroom aide/ teacher for students ranging from kindergarten to high school, and I am excited to be directly assisting in students' learning again!

Katie Westerheim

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Lead Coach