Meet the Tartan Team

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The Tartan team is a selected group of student leaders who have a passion for helping new students transition successfully to Campbell University. Our Tartan team comes together to make sure every new student feels welcomed and can connect them with any resources they may need. We are committed to making sure you feel like this place is exactly where you belong!

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Dr. Katy Jones

Director of New Student Programs
Moultrie, GA
Favorite Spot on Campus: Starbucks
Advice for New Students:
#OutofState

Jack Barber

Student Engagement and Learning Intern
Raleigh, NC
Favorite Spot on Campus: Butler Chapel
Advice for New Students: My biggest advice for new students would be to make the most out of your time at CU. Make as many memories and connections as possible. This is such a wonderful place to grow in every way, both academically, culturally, spiritually, and mentally.

Sarai Rodriguez

Tartan Team Leader
Senior: Nursing
Denver, CO
Favorite Place on Campus: Leslie Campbell, 2nd floor
Advice for New Students:Don’t be afraid to ask for help and get involved. Being involved is the best thing you can do for yourself.
#HablaEspañol #First-Generation, #Commuter

Ana Montero-Reyes

Tartan Team Leader
Major: Marketing
Benson, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: The tables under the tree outside of the Student Union
Advice for new students:Don’t be afraid to ask for help or advocate for yourself

Anne AshLee Greene

Tartan Team Leader
Senior: Political Science Pre-Law
Rutherfordton, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: The library
Advice for new students: Don’t be afraid to try new things

Sandy Velazquez

Tartan Team Leader
Senior: Criminal Justice
St. Paul’s, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: 2nd floor of the Union
Advice for New Students: I would tell them to get more involved in school and make new friends, and new connections. I would also say talk to your professors and get connections with them because you will need them through your years at Campbell.
#HablaEspañol #First-Generation, #Residential

Joanna Joyce

Tartan Team Leader
Senior: Kinesiology, Pre PT
Jackson Springs, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Chapel
Advice for New Students: Make Connections

Trinity Whitaker

Tartan Team Leader
BiomedicaL Humanities, Pre- Med
Raleigh, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: The Library and Luby Wood Hall
Advice for New Students: Prioritize your needs before your wants in everything you do..

Kaliyah Whitaker

Tartan Team Leader
Major: Clinical Research
Andalusia, AL
Favorite Place on Campus: Wiggins Memorial Library
Advice for New Students: Take your time. It’s perfectly fine to move at your own pace, only you know you.

Matthew Solomon

Tartan Leader
Major: Criminal Justice Pre-Law
Clayton, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: : Cross Country Track
Advice for New Students: Change does not have to be a bad thing.

Amani Hamiel

Tartan Leader
Major: Clinical Research
Newport News, VA
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union Gym
Advice for New Students: Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. There are students just as you.
#Residential

Ethan Asbell

Tartan Leader
Junior majoring in Criminal Justice
Greenville, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Fitness Center
Advice for New Students:Give things a chance.

Joshua Baez

Tartan Leader
Major: Biology
Fayetteville, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Advice for New Students: Give things a chance.

Elaina Worden

Tartan Leader
Major: Enviromental Science
Knightdale, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: McLamb Environmental Science Building
Advice for New Students: Find time between friends and your personal life for your education.

Stephanie Acosta

Tartan Leader
Major: Pre-Nursing
Winston-Salem, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Starbucks
Advice for New Students: Do not stress, do not procrastinate, have fun and distract yourself.

Dulce Vega

Tartan Leader
Major: Pre-Nursing
Benson, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Favorite Place on Campus: Study ahead, do not leave stuff to the last minute.

Champ Hayes

Tartan Leader
Major: Christian Studies
Rocky Mount, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Advice for New Students: Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there (i.e. make friends and meet new people).

Kathryn Williams

Tartan Leader
Major: Criminal Justice Pre-Law
Clayton, NC
Favorite Place on Campus:Student Union Study Rooms
Advice for New Students: Take the time to enjoy thai place with everything it offers and be true to yourself.

Carolina Ramirez-Contreras

Tartan Leader
Major: Biomedical Humanities Pre-Med
Erwin, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Wiggins Memorial Library
Advice for New Students: Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone to make friends and build connections. This is a new stage of life, and while it can be challenging to adjust, maintaining an open and positive mindset will help you find your place at Campbell University.

Dysani Gaskins

Tartan Leader
Major: Kinesiology Pre-PA
Clayton, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Wiggins Memorial Library
Advice for New Students: Make sure to get involved with the events around campus.

Gisela Florido

Tartan Leader
Major: Political Science Pre-Law
Godwin, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Advice for New Students: Get involved with clubs!

Ian Hudson

Tartan Leader
Major: Christian Studies
Jacksonville, NC
Favorite Place on Campus:Taylor Hall
Advice for New Students: Get out of your room! Try new things, go to campus events or anything that can help you be the best person you can be!

Rebecca Winslow

Tartan Leader
Major: Biochemistry
Wendell, NC
Favorite Place on Campus:The benches outside the student union
Advice for New Students: Finding a group of friends that you can rely on is super important, and makes college a lot more fun.

Jennifer Lopez

Tartan Leader
Major: Biology Pre-Med
Clayton, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Wiggins Memorial Library
Advice for New Students: Never lose hope and never give up. You set your own path forward.

Paula McNeil

Tartan Leader
Major: Communication
Rockingham, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Advice for New Students: I would tell them to take their time and focus on their studies. It’s okay if you mess up a little bit but get right back on track, it won’t always be easy but don’t be afraid to take your time and figure out what’s for you.

Savonnah Bryant

Tartan Leader
Major: Engineering
Charlotte, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Saylor Park
Favorite Place on Campus: Become comfortable with being uncomfortable

Jake Berry

Tartan Leader
Major: Trust and Wealth Management
Wake Forest, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Advice for New Students: Things will work out and you will find your people.

Tanijah Dupree

Tartan Leader
Major: Biology Pre-Med
Dunn, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Advice for New Students: Be present, and just try not to worry because it’ll be okay.

Kennedy Roach

Tartan Leader
Major: Exercise Science Pre-OT
Greenville, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Student Union
Advice for New Students: One piece of advice I would give to a new student at Campbell University is to take time to get involved on campus. Whether it’s through clubs, organizations, or events, engaging with the community can help you build a support system, make lasting friendships.

Mashlya Daniels

Tartan Leader
Major: Criminal Justice Pre-Law
Greenville, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: : Student Union Gym
Advice for New Students: The advice I would give a new student is to manage their time. I do not recommend procrastinating at the last minute on assignments and having to cram in everything. There’s a time for fun and there’s a time to get things done. Always manage your time well.

Armando Avelino-Ortiz

Tartan Leader
Major: Social Science in History
Faison, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Barker Lane Stadium
Advice for New Students: Be open to try new things!

Rachel Norris

Tartan Leader
Major: Engineering
Newport, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: : Carrie Rich
Advice for new students: This is your moment to have fun and put yourself out there. Everyone is nervous. Have fun!

Sequoia Davis

Tartan Leader
Major: Biomedical Humanities Pre-Med
Hamlet, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: My residential hall/ Chick-Fil-A
Advice for new students: Go to all of the events hosted on campus!

Evelina Cronk

Tartan Leader
Major: Cybersecurity
Pikeville, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: The Prayer Garden
Advice for new students: Aim for the Moon. Even if you miss, at least you will land among the Stars.

Amy Beltran-Espino

Tartan Leader
Major: Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Track
Four Oaks, NC
Favorite Place on Campus: Fine Arts Building
Advice for New Students: Don't forget where you came from and that you are beyond capable of achieving anything you desire to do in your career.