Megan Swanson

Megan Swanson deserves recognition as being an outstanding woman on the UW campus. Megan has worked really hard as a Resident Adviser this year in McMahon Hall. She has provided her residents with great programming opportunities, has made great efforts to interact with her students in a variety of capacities and works to support her fellow RA staff as well. Megan also is extremely dedicated to her studies as she works towards a degree in Engineering. She is able to balance her RA job, classes, and research opportunities to be an effective leader at the University of Washington. I appreciate her dedication to all of the areas of her life. She is a well-rounded woman and I am lucky to get the opportunity to work with her. I can’t wait to see where her UW career takes her over the next couple of years. Thank you Megan, for everything!

Jill Pimentel

I have worked with Jill for a short time now, but could not be more thrilled to collaborate with her for the Business Living Learning Community in McMahon Hall. Jill is new to the university, but brings with her a plethora of previous experience that allows her to make thoughtful and insightful contributions to the Business community. Her work with me and the Business Resident Advisers on our resume workshop and our docket of Spring Quarter programs has been so wonderful. We are lucky to have Jill serve as the campus partner for the Business LLC. I am thankful that I get to work with a woman that has an infectiously positive attitude and outlook on the work that we do and students that we serve. Thank you Jill for all of the work you have already done to contribute to a great community and I look forward to our continued work together throughout the year.

Brittney Palmer

Brittney does an outstanding job balancing her roles as a Biology student at the University of Washington, and as a Resident adviser for over 50 residents in Haggett Hall. She does all this while also teaching fitness classes at the fitness center west, and planning her wedding for June. She is compassionate and friendly to all those who are around her, and she genuinely enjoys making others’ lives better. She gets stressed with all this on her plate at times, but she handles it all with grace and poise. She is a student of the University of Washington who truly makes a difference on the school, its students, and on my life personally as she makes each and every day that much better and that much more exciting. Her love of Christ and love for others is inspiring, and I couldn’t love her any more than I do. She’s helped me through so much here at the University of Washington, and I am only one of many that she does that for.

Carissa Mayer

Carissa really takes pride in the work that she does and in the connections that she makes with students on campus. Throughout these years of being her colleague, I’ve watched Carissa really care about the trajectory of so many of her student staff and leaders. She puts so much energy into making the best decisions that she can at work because she knows the level of impact that she has on others. Aside from her work from students, Carissa is also an extremely supportive colleague who has helped me think through countless situations at work. She has taught me the importance of reflection in our work and I can’t thank her enough for her perspective. Carissa has also become a great friend to me and I appreciate her willingness to share in my goofiness and get to know me as a person and not just a colleague. For all these reasons, Carissa is very much deserving of this Celebrating UW Women nomination!

Jenny Park

Jenny Park has been a member of the William E. Boeing Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics’s since December 2009. During her time in the department, Jenny has consistently demonstrated excellent customer service, resourcefulness, a commitment to professional growth, and has provided continuity to a department that has seen significant turnover and transformation since her hire. Jenny has served as the primary contact for our 20 faculty and for hundreds of students inquiring about travel procedures, petty cash, and reimbursements. She has monitored the distribution of keys within our department. She has done all of this with graciousness and collegiality.

In her role, Jenny is often required to educate individuals regarding University policies and regulations. Sometimes, these policies impact individuals in a way that they might not necessarily find to be positive or even desired. However, it is important that rules be followed. Jenny has managed to find a way to not shy away from informing individuals of bad news while being somehow maintaining a positive perspective. Her consistency, professionalism, and demeanor inspire me.

Jenny is very much deserving of this nomination as part of the Celebrating UW Women event. We in the Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics are fortunate to have her as a colleague and celebrate her being here often. It is a wonderful opportunity to be able to recognize her contributions more broadly.

Ralaine Angeles

I am very pleased to nominate Ralaine Angeles for Celebrating UW Women. Ralaine’s positive attitude is infectious. She promotes passion and optimism in all aspects of her life including her role as a Resident Adviser, her involvement with student organizations, and in her course work. Ralaine has worked as a Resident Adviser for almost three years and remains just as enthusiastic about this work as she did when she started. I can always rely on her to lead the team in the right direction and has been a fantastic resource to her residents. Ralaine is a crucial member of the Terry Hall community and I have really enjoyed working with her.

Martine Reynolds

I am very pleased to nominate Martine Reynolds for Celebrating UW Women. Martine is an exceptional Resident Adviser and it has been an absolute joy to supervise her this year. Even though Martine is the youngest on the Terry RA team, she has a level of self-awareness higher that any student staff member I have ever supervised. Because of this, Martine is an incredible source of support to her residents and her peers. She also has an ability to befriend anyone, no matter how awkward the situation may be. Because of these skills and her genuine personality, Martine is an outstanding student leader and I am very excited to see her continued growth and influence.

Emily Moseley

I am very pleased to nominate Emily Moseley for Celebrating UW Women. In her role as a Resident Adviser, Emily has worked very hard to create a vibrant and supportive living community. She demonstrates genuine care for her residents by taking the time to aid them through their individual journeys. She is also incredibly thoughtful and passionate which allows her to excel not only as an RA but also as a student. Emily’s altruistic personality makes her an amazing team player and she is highly respected by her peers. It has been a joy getting to work with Emily so far this year and I am very excited to see what her future holds.

Hannah Long

I am very pleased to nominate Hannah Long for Celebrating UW Women. She pushes herself further than any student I have met at UW and does so with a level of grace and maturity beyond her years. It has been a privilege to supervise Hannah this year because I have seen her grow through challenges and opportunities in ways that I know will serve her well in the future. I also appreciate her willingness to step outside her comfort zone and in that place, she is at her best. Hannah is a critical member of the Terry Resident Adviser team and a fantastic role model to her residents. I am very excited to see what is in store for Hannah’s future endeavors.

Julia Wing

I have had the pleasure of knowing Julia for all four years that she has been on the UW campus. In my opinion Julia has managed to make a profound impact on our campus in a way that most people may not notice. Julia may not be what we consider a traditional student leader but she has done many great deeds that in my opinion would outweigh the accomplishments of such prominent campus leaders. Julia is not only an ambitious student but also one who has held down a job for as long as she has been on campus. She is a true working woman who has worked diligently for her education and the humble lifestyle. Julia has chosen to work in environments that help promote the UW community such as serving as desk staff in the residence halls and as a tutor for high school students who hope to one day be at our campus. On top of a busy work week Julia still manages to find time to volunteer at a local homeless shelter. Julia selflessly gives up her valuable time for wellbeing of those who may not be as privileged as the majority of UW students. Julia’s impact on our campus are so profound in that she has spent all her time focusing on making our campus a more inclusive place rather than calling attention to her accomplishment. I believe Julia is deserving of recognition for her selflessness and willingness to make our campus an inclusive community.