Nomani Satuala (He, Him, His) -Director

Nomani serves as the Director of Orientation & Transition.  He works across both the Division of Academic Affairs and the Division of Student Affairs to help programs, policies, and new initiatives to better serve students and their famlies.  Before starting in our office, he  worked for Utah College Advising Corps and Granite Peaks Adult Education in assisting  students with their transition to higher education. Nomani has a strong passion for access to higher education and social justice. Nomani completed his master's degree in the Educational Leadership & Policy program as well as his bachelor's degree at the University of  Utah.

 

 

Erin Sine (She, Her, Hers) - Associate Director

Erin works with Parent Programs. She considers it a privilege to assist the new students of the university. Erin also oversees office  marketing.  She is a master's student in the Education Leadership & Policy program at the University of Utah.  Erin  completed a master's of art from Savannah College of Art and Design, but more importantly is an alumna of the  University of Utah where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in International Studies and a Bachelor of Arts in Photography.  Erin was born in Salt Lake City where she was raised a Utah fan all her life.

 

 Madaline Bird (She, Her, Hers) - Assistant Director

Madaline is an Assistant Director in the Office of Orientation & Transition. Madaline works with First-Year Programs like Campus Life Mentor and Swoop Camp. She also works with Parent & Family Programs. During her undergraduate career at the University of Utah, she discovered her passion for assisting students and their families in their pursuit of and transition to higher education. This lead Madaline to pursuing her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership & Policy at the University of Utah. She is passionate about student success, empowerment, and advocacy. When she’s not working with students, you can find Madaline with a book in her hand, listening to her vinyl collection, or up on a mountain with her constant companion: her dog, Stella.

 

 Mike Carpenter (He, Him, His) - Assistant Director

Mike works with Transfer Student Programs, including Crimson Mentors, Swoop Camp Crimson, and the Crimson Transfer Honor Society. A native Oklahoman, Mike graduated from Oklahoma State University with a B.S. in Chemistry Education and earned his M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy from the University of Utah. He is passionate about empowering students to achieve success, and has experience helping students thrive from at the high school, community college, and university level. When Mike is not at the U he can be found spending time with his family or strapped to a snowboard in Big Cottonwood Canyon. 

 

Sydney Magana (She, Her, Hers) - Assistant Director

Sydney serves as an Assistant Director in the Office of Orientation & Transition. She works on various projects and initiatives within the office, including First-Year New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, and Second Year Programs (i.e. Sophomore Rise). Sydney grew up in Mountain View, CA but has lived in Salt Lake City, UT for about seven years. During her undergraduate career at the University of Utah, Sydney discovered her passion for pursuing a career in higher education and recently graduated with her M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy with an emphasis in Student Affairs. As a professional, Sydney strives to positively impact the college student experience - including issues of student access, retention and success.  Sydney looks forward to welcoming incoming students to the U and being a part of their college journey.

         

 

 Miranda Klausmeier (She, Her, Hers) - Administrative Assistant

Miranda is Orientation and Transitions, Administrative Assistant and Office Manager; whether running reports, ordering supplies, or managing the offices student assistants, she does it all! She recently graduated from the University of Utah with her BFA in Art Education focusing on Community and teen engagement, and looks forward to returning for her masters at some point. When not at work you might find her hanging around downtown; walking with her dog, out for gallery stroll, or playing Dungeons and Dragons with her partner. Pop in and say hey!

 

 Lauren Ashton (She, Her, Hers) - Graduate Assistant

Lauren is a Graduate Assistant at the Office of Orientation & Transition. She works with the Crimson Mentors and Swoop Camp. Lauren received a B.S. in Communication with an Emphasis in Public Relations at Utah Valley University. During her undergraduate education she was a student leader in the UVU Student Association and the UVU Student Alumni Association.  While serving on the student body executive council Lauren worked with and advocated for students, planned and executed events, met with administration, and conducted student fee hearings. Lauren is currently working on her master’s degree in the Educational Leadership and Policy program at the University of Utah. When Lauren is not at the U she enjoys running, camping, hiking, and snowboarding.

 
Deepika Shah KC (She, Her, Hers) - Graduate Assistant

Deepika serves as the Graduate Assistant for the Office of Orientation & Transition, primarily over first year program, Campus Life Mentors (CLM). She graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science in International Studies and Ethnic Studies. During her undergraduate years, she worked with the underrepresented students as the Outreach Mentor for Gear UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) and Peer Mentor for Diversity Scholars Program to help them navigate through higher education. Additionally, she was involved as a leader on campus for Asian American Student Association (AASA), International Student Orientation and NASPA(National Association of Student Personnel Administrators). Deepika is in her first year of her master's program with the Education Leadership and Policy program at the University of Utah. She is excited to continue working with students through orientation and looks forward to the various possibilities in student affairs.

Jessi Gerowitz (She, Her, Hers) - Graduate Assistant 

Jessi serves as the Graduate Assistant for the Office of Orientation & Transition, primarily over SWOOP camp programming. She graduated from the University of Delaware in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and minors in Advertising and Interactive media. As a Blue Hen, she served as a Student Alumni Ambassador and as a member of the Student Programming Board. Additionally, she was a sister of Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority and sat on the Cabinet of the Student Leaders. After graduation, Jessi worked in advertising for three years and served as the Young Alumni chair on the Northern Jersey Alumni Club Board for Delaware. Jessi is currently earning her master’s degree in the Educational Leadership and Policy program at the University of Utah. She is excited to jump back into higher education and start a new path in in student affairs.

Feliz Luna (She, Her, Hers) - Graduate Assistant

Feliz serves as a Graduate Assistant for the Office of Orientation & Transition working with New Student Orientation (NSO) and Assessment. In her undergraduate career at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Feliz completed her Bachelor of Arts in Communication with minors in Criminal Justice and Student Affairs in Higher Education. Additionally, Feliz worked as a Student Ambassador, Head Orientation Leader, and served as the student representative on the Internal Review Committee for Student Success. After graduation, Feliz continued her passion for assessment, student success, retention, and transition as a Success Coach/Facilitator at Pikes Peak Community College. Feliz is currently working on her master’s degree in the Educational Leadership and Policy program at the University of Utah. She is thrilled to continue her journey in higher education at the U.

 

  Rubie Barrigar (She, Her, Hers) - Office Assistant

   Hometown: Salt Lake City, Utah

   Major: Business Marketing

   Classification: Second Year

  What I Love Most About the U: I love the U because the professors are great, eager to help students succeed, and are        very accommodating.

 

 

  Lauren Bautista (She, Her, Hers) - Office Assistant

   Hometown:  San Diego, California 

   Major:  Business Administration

   Classification:  First-Year

What I Love Most About the U: I love the U because of the amazing people, the beautiful scenery, & the infectious               school spirit! All faculty and students have always been welcoming and inclusive which has allowed me to feel at home     since the moment I first walked on to campus! 

 

  Krystal Bustamante (She, Her, Hers) - Office Assistant

   Hometown:  Salt Lake City, Utah

   Major:  Kinesiology

   Classification:  Junior

What I Love Most About the U:  I love the U because of the amazing opportunities and resources they have on campus.  I  have been able to    be involved with Diversity Scholars, become an Orientation Leader, started research with the School of Medicine, and received support with    scholarships. I have gained leaderships skills and have been involved in      many clubs like the Union Programming Council because of the      Freshman Ambassador Board. Now I am involved with the Associated Students of the University of Utah were I am the Associate Director        of  the Diversity Board. I love the U  because of all these amazing opportunities it has provided me. 

   Maya Correa (She, Her, Hers) - Office Assistant

   Hometown:  Caldwell, Idaho

   Major:  Health Society & Policy

   Classification:  Sophomore

What I Love Most About the U: I love that the U has so many opportunists to make a very large campus small.  I                   have been able to connect and be a part of many smaller communities within the larger campus community whether       those communities and groups are identity based, academic based, hobby based, etc.  My college experience has been     enriched and my self-growth has been impacted greatly by these opportunities to build on my own passions                       and struggles.  

  Amy Newman (She, Her, Hers) - Office Assistant

   Hometown:  Layton, Utah

   Major:  Design/Architecture

   Classification:  Junior

What I Love Most About the U:  I love the University because of the sense of belonging and family I found here. I have        been able to join so many organizations and have met so many people from different backgrounds and have been able    to bonded with all of them which is incredible on such a large campus.