E-Mentoring

Hello Mentees! My name is Adam Butterwick, and I am a Mechanical Engineering Student here at Wilkes University. I am from Philipsburg, New Jersey, and I am an upcoming Junior who has roomed here my entire academic career thus far. I am currently president for my class in our school's Student Government program, where I serve as a connection between the student body and university staff. I am also in our Programming Board club, who hosts plenty of fun events every semester, as well as ASME, a mechanical engineering club here on campus known for its Car Show event every Spring. This is my second year as an E-Mentor, and my first year as a Resident Assistant, and I am looking forward to meeting all of the first year students and helping them transition to college life and on-campus living.

Hi, my name is Aidan Hunter and I am a Sophomore Mechanical Engineering major with a minor in Mathematics. I am part of the Honors program, the Barre Scholars program, and the Men's Volleyball team here at Wilkes. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I look forward to sharing our campus and school with the incoming students!

I am a Junior Communications and History double major from Perryville, Maryland. This will be my second year as an E-Mentor and I truly love doing this. The small size of Wilkes allows there to be a very close community here that really feels like a family. Being able to build relationships with everyone from classmates to professors allows people to feel comfortable to really find themselves here at Wilkes. Being able to guide first-year students through whatever challenges they might face is very important. The transition to college can be a scary time and having someone you can come to make the transition easier!

Hello, my name is Alexis Reedy and I am a Junior Nursing major with a minor in Psychology. I am apart of the Women’s Volleyball team here at Wilkes. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I can’t wait to meet all of the first-year students!

Hey! My name is Anthony Kehs and I’m a Sophomore Communication Studies Major with a minor in Theatre Arts. I am from Maple Shade, New Jersey, which is about 15 minutes outside of Philly, and graduated from Maple Shade High School. I like all Philadelphia sports teams and enjoy playing music. Other than being an E-Mentor, I am an RA in Roth Hall, a part of the University Chorus and Chamber Singers, and am involved with the Wilkes University Theatre productions. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I can't wait to meet all the incoming first years!

Hello! My name is Aracellys, I am in my third year studying Psychology and Neuroscience as well as a minor in Art History. I am a teaching assistant for Biology 121 & 122. I have been involved in many things such as doing research, being secretary of the Friends of Panama Club and the SHPE (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers), and I am actively participating at the ISA (International Student Association).I live on campus, and I enjoy it a lot because I can meet new people and participate in all the activities that take place on campus. In my free time I like to watch movies, draw, practice Duolingo since I am learning Portuguese, and also like to spend time with my friends. This is my first year as an E-Mentor, and I am very excited to meet you guys!

Hey! My name is Ashley O'Connor and I'm thrilled to be starting my first, and last, year as an E-Mentor. I come from a small town about an hour south of campus called Lavelle. I'm an Environmental Engineering Major, thanks to my mom who inspired me to pursue this path as she once did. Some of the clubs I'm in include: Society of Women Engineers, PA Society of Professional Engineers, Student Assessment Committee, and Women Empowered by Science. One of my proudest achievements here is my Resident Assistant position, where I overlook the 3rd floor of Roth Hall! You can normally find me studying in Starbucks or running around Stark and Cohen. I'm so excited to be able to meet all the first-year students and have a great school year!

Howdy, my name is Becca Earnst and I am a sophomore Marketing Major with a Minor in Hospitality. I am apart of Programming Board and this will be my second year dorming at Wilkes! Outside of school, I am a frequent concert goer, and I hope to put my degree towards working with touring musicians! This is my first year as an E-Mentor and i’m so excited to meet all of you!

Hello, My name is Ben Kubic and I am a Senior History and Secondary Education Major. This will be my second year as an E-Mentor. I am a commuter from Clarks Summit, and I enjoy coaching travel Baseball outside of school. I am excited to return as an E-Mentor, and get to meet the first-year students!

Hi everyone! My name is Brady and I will be a junior this fall. I am double majoring in History and Secondary Education. I am currently a member of Wilkes University Student Government and the Education club. My hobbies include working out and watching football! This is my first time being an E-Mentor and I am looking forward to getting to know my future mentees!

Hello, my name is Brenda Arias and I am a senior Business major with a concentration in Hospitality Leadership with a Minor in Marketing. I am a member of the Bonner Leader Program, Honors Program, and a member of a variety of different clubs. This will be my second year as a mentor and I am so excited about this upcoming school year!

Hi! My name is Brynn and I am a Senior Nursing major. I am part of the Honors Program, Programming Board and Nursing Student Organization here on campus. This year I participated in Alternate Spring Break which was life changing! This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I cannot wait to meet all of you!

Hello everyone! I’m a Junior Digitial Design & Media Arts major with a minor in Marketing. On campus, I am a part of Studio20, and work for the school's athletic department and the DDMA department! When I'm not in class or at work, you can almost always catch me at the local hockey rinks! I also enjoy listening to music, hanging out with friends, designing sports graphics, and playing video games in my free time! This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I can't wait to welcome you all to the Wilkes Community!

Hello everyone! My name is Daniel Williams and I am a junior majoring in mechanical engineering. I am a part of Programming Board and the SAE Baja club. This will be my second year as an E-Mentor and I can't wait to meet everyone!

Hello! My name is Darwin and I am a Senior Electrical Engineering student. I will graduate in Fall 2024. I am an international student from Panama. This is my third year as an E-Mentor and I am so excited to meet all of you!

Hello, my name is Eduardo Abrego and I am a Junior student of International Relations and Political Science with a minor in Economics. Outside of class, I enjoy going to the gym, running, and spending time with my friends. This will be my third year as a resident on campus. As a first-year E-Mentor, I hope to meet the next Colonels and accompany them in this transition in the most pleasant way!

Hi! My name is Emily Roberts and I am a Senior Criminology and Sociology double major with minors in Legal Studies and Women and Gender Studies. I am President of the Criminology/Sociology club, a co-host on WCLH’s Colonels on Crime podcast, a Barre Scholar, and a third-year Resident Assistant in Michelini Hall! This is my first year as an E-Mentor, and I absolutely cannot wait to meet the incoming first-year class!

Hey y’all! My name’s Eric and I’m a Senior Business Management major. On campus, I am a member of the Ski club and chess club; I also enjoy events with Wilkes Adventure Education (WAE). In my free time I snowboard, rock climb, trail run, camp, and read. Absolutely stoked to meet y’all!

Hello, my name is Gabbie Moore and I am a Senior Political Science Major with Minors in Legal Studies and Policy Studies. I am in the Bonner Leader Program, Honors Program, and Barre Scholar Program here at Wilkes and this will be my third year dorming as a resident. This is my second year as an E-Mentor and I can't wait to meet all the first-year students!

Hello, my name is Hunter Davis and I am a Senior Accounting Major. I am in Chess Club. I have been a Resident Assistant on campus for a year now. I have lived on campus all three years I have been at Wilkes. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I am excited to welcome all first-year students to Wilkes University.

I am a junior Biochemistry major with a minor in History. Over the summer, I will be doing photochemistry research with Dr. Rossiter, the organic chemistry professor. Wilkes was my top pick due to the small class sizes, research opportunities, and the small community. On campus, I am in the Honors Program, president of the Chess Club, and the treasurer of the Chemistry Club. This will be my second year as an E-Mentor and I am very excited to assist the incoming freshmen ease into their new environment.

Hello, my name is John Tondora and I am a Sophomore Biology major from Pittston, PA. I am on the Pre-Dental track, aspiring to go to dental school and work within the dental field. I am a part of the Honors Program, Barre Scholar Program, Student Government, Chess Club, and research on campus. I enjoy golfing, fishing, and spending time with friends and family. Throughout my first year here on campus, I have learned so much beyond the courses related to my major and I am excited to communicate that information to help you to thrive.

Hello, my name is Justin Krebs, and I am a Sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering. I am dorming on campus this year. I have also spent some time with the Baja Cart team and started going on some hikes with the Adventure Club. This will be my first year as an E-Mentor, and I can't wait to meet all of the new students who will be joining the Wilkes campus community.

Hi, my name is Kalei McCourt and I'm a Senior Psychology Major! My main involvements on campus are in Psi Chi and Psychology Club. I'm currently a resident and have been for three years. I also have experience being mentored through professional research. This is my second year as an E-Mentor and I'm so excited to start an amazing semester with everyone!

Hello, my name is Kim Wheeler and I am a senior (P2) Pharmacy and MBA dual major. I chose Wilkes because of the at home feel that campus offers and because they offered a dual degree for PharmD and MBA! Around campus, I am President of Programming Board, sit on Student Government, hold positions in various pharmacy clubs, and I work as an Admissions Ambassador. Outside of school, I enjoy going to the gym and trying different desserts! This is my second year as an E-Mentor and I can’t wait to help the incoming students feel at home and have a great time at Wilkes!

Hello, my name is Kylie! I live in the small town of Athens, PA which is farm country. I loved how the campus feels like home and is the perfect size for me. One thing you will learn about me is I love dogs. Wilkes is perfect for me because every day I always see someone walking their dog around or near campus. At Wilkes I am, a part of the E-Mentor team, an Admissions Ambassador, a member of Programming Board, and a member of the Christian Fellowship Club. I love being involved around campus because it makes Wilkes feel more like home as I meet new people who share similar interests as me. I love being an E-Mentor and Admissions Ambassador because I love getting to share my love for Wilkes with other people! If you ever see me around campus, please do not hesitate to say hi!

Hello, my name is Liam Hackett and I am a Corporate Finance & Accounting major. I am currently an RA for University Towers, the Chess Club Treasurer, and a member of the Future Business Leaders of America. This will be my second year as an E-mentor and I can’t wait to meet all of you soon!

I am a Senior majoring in English and Secondary Education, as well as minoring in Women's and Gender Studies. I'm local to Wilkes-Barre and graduated from Wyoming Valley West High School, about fifteen minutes from campus. Some of my extracurriculars include writing for Inkwell, mentoring in the University Writing Center, and participating as a member of Sigma Tau Delta, the English Honor Society. Outside of school I like to spend my time at concerts, hiking our local areas, or with my nose in a good book. I'm really excited to get to know everyone and help with the transition to your newest adventure!

I am a Senior/P2 Pharmacy major. I am from Northampton, PA which is about a hour from Wilkes. Wilkes was my first choice because not only did it offer the Pharmacy Program, but I loved the small campus feel that Wilkes has. Besides being an E-Mentor, I also am a part of many pharmacy clubs, such as Kappa Psi, ASHP, PPA, and Pharmacy Senate. This is my second year as an E-Mentor, and I look forward to getting to meet all of you and help with your transition to college!

Hello everyone! I’m a Junior Marketing major with a minor in Management. On campus, I am currently Programming Board’s Vice President, the Social Media Coordinator for the E-Mentor program, and an Opinion Staff Writer for The Beacon! Some things I enjoy doing in my free time are listening to music, working out, and playing video games! This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I cannot wait to welcome every one of you to Wilkes!

Hello, my name is Logan Fisher and I am a Pharmacy major also while doing a certificate in Cannabis Production and CBD Extraction. I am currently living off campus and enjoy working out and spending time with my dog, Tucker. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I am looking forward to a great fall semester with the first-year students!

Hey there! I'm Lourdes and I'm a Senior in Environmental Engineering with a minor in Sustainability Management. I have been living in Wilkes-Barre since 2021, but I am originally from Chupampa, Panamá. I'm truly grateful for my time at Wilkes, as it has provided me with opportunities I never thought possible, all while balancing academics. Over the past three years, I have served as president of the Friends of Panama Club, manage social media for the Spanish Club, and currently lead the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Club. Additionally, I'm a Career Peer Ambassador at the Center for Career Development and Internships, and represent Environmental Engineering as a Scholar for the College of Business and Engineering. Outside of school, I love going out and rarely say no to an invitation. Whether it's biking, hiking, playing volleyball or soccer, or even solving puzzles, playing guitar or engaging in volunteer work, I'm always up for it. This is my first year as an E-Mentor, but I look forward to helping you all enjoy your transition to college and take advantage of all that Wilkes has to offer!

Hello, my name is Mara Adams and I am a Mechanical Engineering Major! I am also on the Woman's Lacrosse team here at Wilkes! I spend most of my days on campus studying with friends. I love living on campus and having lots of things to do in my free time. When I'm not studying or playing lacrosse, I enjoy reading, running, lifting, and anything outdoors from camping to hiking! This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I'm so excited to meet all the new first-year students.

Hi! My name is Mary Liut and I'm a Senior in Middle-Level Education with a specialization in Social Studies/History but I've been teaching since 2018. I like to draw, read, and play all kinds of video games with Minecraft being my favorite. I'm also known to be able to quote Avatar: The Last Airbender with a concerning amount of accuracy. I've had experience in both dorming and commuting with this being the 2nd year I've commuted while here at Wilkes. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I'm excited to meet and welcome all of the first-year students!!

Hey guys! I’m a senior/P2 here at Wilkes. I’m in the PharmD MBA dual degree program with a concentration in public health. At Wilkes, I’m involved with the honors program and various programs/clubs in the pharmacy department such as the assessment committee. Most of my free time is consumed with either working out or playing video games. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I’m excited to welcome and help you guys this summer and fall!

Hi Folks! I am a Senior here at Wilkes University. This is my third year as an E-Mentor and I'm so excited to return as Orientation Coordinator! I grew up about an hour from Wilkes in Moscow, PA, but now I live in Wilkes-Barre. Other than being an e-Mentor, I'm also an Honors Peer Mentor, an RA in University Towers a member of Programming Board, UNICEF Club, and It's On Us, Director of Marketing for HPSC, President of the GSA, and a Presidential Student Leader. When I'm not on campus or at work, l love reading, movies, spending time with my friends, and playing video games! I also love attending and helping out at on-campus events. I'm so excited to meet and work with everyone!

Hi everyone! My name is Morganne Seitz and I am a P3 pharmacy student. I’m from York, PA and I graduated from Spring Grove Area High School. This past May, I also graduated with my Bachelor’s of Science from Wilkes and I’m still working towards my Pharm.D. I chose Wilkes because of the pharmacy program and the ability to also pursue my other passions outside of my major! In addition to being an E-Mentor, I’m involved in everything music! I am a member of the Chamber Orchestra, Pep Band, Civic Band, and Jazz Ensemble. I am President of the Nu Chi Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi (National Honorary Band Fraternity) and I also serve as Vice President of Membership for the Northeast District of Kappa Kappa Psi. In addition, I’m involved with a few pharmacy clubs and I’ve also had a few work-study jobs in the past, as an undergraduate student. Outside of school, I have been able to get involved in a variety of local musical groups, which is a great example of the opportunities that Wilkes has provided me outside of being a pharmacy student! I am excited to welcome you all to campus and see what this year has in store!

Hello! My name is Owen Ward, and I am a Junior Nursing Major. I am involved in Programming Board and NSO. This will be my first year as an E-Mentor and I am excited to meet all of you!

Hi! My name is Ozzie Priebe and I am a Sophomore History and Political Science Major with Minors in English, Global Cultures, and Women & Gender Studies. I am in the Honors Program, where I am a Peer Mentor. I am also Vice President of the Gender and Sexuality Alliance and the Treasurer of the Games and Media Club. In my free time, I enjoy Sociology, video games, Pokemon cards, and cooking. This is my first year as an E-Mentor, so I'm very excited to start!

Hello! My name is Reagan and I am a Geology major! I will be in my third year at Wilkes in the fall. I am from Glen Mills, PA (2 hours south of here). In my free time, I enjoy hiking, reading, gardening, and drawing. I am in the Honors program, am the Outreach Coordinator for the Chemistry Club and am a member of the Ecology and GeoExplorers Club. I am also doing an independent study with Dr. Finkenbinder, my geology professor, where we are studying lake sediment cores to learn about ancient climate. I chose Wilkes because of the research opportunities and the small class sizes. This is my first year being an E-Mentor. I am so excited to meet everyone and help with your transition to Wilkes!

Hello, my name is Riley Knaub and I am a Marketing Major working towards a degree in Bachelors of Business Administration. I am the parliamentarian on Student Government and this is my first year as an E-Mentor. As a first-year, I was a dorming resident, and this year, I am living off campus. I am eager to get to meet the incoming class and am ready to help as you need!

Hi everyone! My name is Samara Carey and I am an incoming Junior Communication Studies major with a minor in Women and Gender Studies. I am involved in a plethora of things on campus, including Programming Board, in which I served as the Small Events Chair for our executive board for the 2023-2024 school year. In the Communications department, I am currently the assistant editor for the opinion section in 'The Beacon,' the student-run newspaper on campus, a member of Zebra Communications, and had my own radio show on WCLH, the student-run radio station for the Fall 2023 semester. I have been a commuter my entire time at Wilkes, since I live about 15 minutes away from campus, so I know my way around Wilkes-Barre very well! This is my second year as an E-Mentor and I absolutely cannot wait to welcome you all to campus!

Hello! I am Shiv, a chemistry and neuroscience major with a minor in psychology. I've been living on campus for three years and have a lot of friends on campus. I am the secretary of the Wilkes Chess Club and a member of departmental clubs like chemistry, ecology, neuroscience, and psychology. Outside of class, I enjoy campus life by interacting with students/friends, feeding campus squirrels, and playing chess, soccer, and volleyball. If you ever see me around campus, please do not hesitate to say hi and give me a fist bump!

Hello, my name is Vanessa Coyle and I am a Sophomore. I am currently majoring in Sports Management. During my free time, you can catch me playing softball or volleyball with my friends. This is my first year as an E-Mentor and I cannot wait to meet all the upcoming first-years!