Orientation Counselors

Name:
Jelissa Latoya Isabel Mackey
Hometown:
Boston, Massachusetts
Year:
Senior
Major:
Social Work major Criminal Justice minor
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
One thing that I enjoy most about UNC Charlotte is its diversity. We have so many students of various ethnic, racial, and geographical backgrounds. Therefore, it helps me learn and open myself to new experiences.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
If I were a fairytale character, I would be Dory, from Finding Nemo because she is silly and I love being silly

Name:
Steffen Jenkins
Hometown:
Greensboro, NC
Year:
Junior
Major:
Criminal Justice
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
Playing Lacrosse on the club team.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Sir Lancelot

Name:
Chalis Sledge
Hometown:
Warrenton, NC
Year:
Junior
Major:
Communications
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I enjoy most the beautiful campus, friendly staff and students, and great extracurricular activities.  It’s a great home away from home.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Pocahontas

Name:
Alyssa Richmond
Hometown:
Oxford, NC
Year:
Senior
Major:
Marketing
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The thing I love the most about UNCC is that it is very diverse and even though we are one of the largest UNC-System schools you still meet and know so many people throughout your time here. There are many campus activities and organizations that make it a great transition into college life.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Snow White because I have several different friends that I have made throughout my time here, just like the seven dwarfs. They look out for me and I truly cherish their friendships.

Name:
Meleah Skeen
Hometown:
Hickory, NC
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Nursing
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The variety of people and the many opportunities to get involved on our campus and around the city of Charlotte.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Little Mermaid, because I love the ocean and all of the sea life! 

Name:
Meghan Hamrock
Hometown:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Year:
Junior
Major:
Public Health and Health Communication 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I like the diversity and the location of UNC Charlotte because there is always something different going on to experience. 
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Ariel from the LITTLE MERMAID! 

Name:
Mike Weir
Hometown:
New Bern, N.C.
Year:
Sophomore 
Major:
Pre-Nursing 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I love the students that go here. There are tons of students from many different backgrounds which allows me to learn more about the world while still staying in Charlotte.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Batman

Name:
Elizabeth Baltes 
Hometown:
Troy, NC 
Year:
Junior
Major:
Communication Studies
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I enjoy UNCC because it is what you make it. I like making it fun and enjoyable while I’m here. I love UNCC!! 
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
If I was a fairytale character I would be the Little Mermaid! I always wanted to be like Ariel and swim under water for long periods of time.

Name:
Ali Goodman
Hometown:
The Queen City, Charlotte, NC.
Year:
Freshman
Major:
Biology
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
We have an amazing library.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
The Mad Scientist.

Name:
Jacob Hobbs
Hometown:
Erwin, NC 
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Electrical Engineer 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
All the buildings and activities are within walking distance of each other 
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be MOE from the movie Wall-E.

Name:
Natasha Williams
Hometown:
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Year:
Junior
Major:
Public Relations
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I enjoy the diversity found at UNC Charlotte and the fact that the instructors are always willing to help students.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
If I were a fairytale character I would like to be one of the seven dwarfs from Snow White because my mom has seven kids. 

Name:
Stephanie Bumgarner
Hometown:
Clemmons, NC
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Elementary Education w/ a concentration in math
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The diversity. There are so many people from different places, which lets me learn about different cultures every day!
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Sleeping Beauty because she gets to sleep all day and still fall in love :)  

Name:
Patrick James Torpey 
Hometown:
Hickory, NC  
Year:
Junior
Major:
Criminal Justice  
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I like the atmosphere of this city, the lights, all the beautiful people, writing people up, and playing my music too loud in my room.  
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be Wall-E because I am clean, I like to dance, and I still get confused every time I see a Spork.    

Name:
Leslie Anne Rahilly 
Hometown:
Concord, NC 
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Business Management 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
School Spirit 
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Snow White 

Name:
Jonathan Andrade 
Hometown:
Cornelius, NC
Year:
Senior
Major:
Management Information Systems, Operations Management
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I enjoy the school spirit that Niner Nation fosters!
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be Aladdin. 

Name:
Rodney Barge
Hometown:
Greenwich, CT
Year:
Senior
Major:
Political Science 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I have most enjoyed the affordable cost of a high quality education provided by UNC Charlotte. 
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
If I were a fairytale character, I would be Hong Kil Tong, an orphan who lived in the mountains amongst the tigers who grew up to be the Korean Robin Hood.   

Name:
Kindra Jones
Hometown:
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Year:
Junior
Major:
Nursing
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
What I enjoy most about UNC Charlotte is the enormous diverse student body here. With so much diversity here at UNC Charlotte, it’s one of the reasons we stand out so much and makes us that much more UNIQUE!
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be Momma Bear from Goldie Locks and the 3 Bears.  

Name:
Manda Privett
Hometown:
Richfield, North Carolina
Year:
Senior
Major:
Elementary Education
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The optimal location of the campus.  We are close enough to the downtown area for job opportunities after graduation, yet we are not located in the midst of it..
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Belle from Beauty and the Beast. 

Name:
James Hanson
Hometown:
Rich Square, North Carolina
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Psychology
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I love the atmosphere and the many opportunities offered on campus that allow you to be involved in what goes on with the University..
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Jack from Jack in the beanstalk, because he was adventurous, curious, and clever. He thought outside of the box, which is how I like to think.

Name:
Ashley Beatty
Hometown:
Concord, North Carolina
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Psychology
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I enjoy the Diversity of the Campus.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be Ms. Pots off of Beauty and the Beast.

Name:
Nick Maurer
Hometown:
Corona, California
Year:
Junior
Major:
Business Administration and Management 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
All the people around and all things to do. UNC Charlotte is like its own city.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
The Genie from Aladin. 

Name:
Tierra A. Norwood
Hometown:
Rocky Mount, NC
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Pre-Business (Marketing)
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The thing I enjoy most about UNC-Charlotte is the fact that there are so many on campus activities and clubs which guarantee that there will always be something to do. Plus by participating in those activities you get to network and meet some great people.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
If I were to be a fairytale character I’d be Mulan. I’m strong, courageous and willing to take risks especially if it’s for good cause.

Name:
Malcolm Smith 
Hometown:
Raeford, NC
Year:
Senior
Major:
Computer Science 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I love that our campus is so diverse! I also love that our campus is big, this gives everybody a chance to meet many new people! I don’t like the hills though.  
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
“I would be Aladdin. Why you say? Because he was a bum and still got the gorgeous girl in the end AND a magic genie. Who Wouldn’t Want That?” 

Name:
Maison Leach
Hometown:
Asheboro, NC
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Communications
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
All the intense sporting events!
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Doc of the 7 Dwarfs. 

Name:
Traven A. Harrington
Hometown:
Raeford, N.C.
Year:
Senior
Major:
Music Performance
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The diverse atmosphere and the city of Charlotte itself. There are a number of things for one to do without ever having to leave or go anywhere else. The opportunities are endless.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
If I were a cartoon character, I would be Scooby-Doo because he knows when things are not right, it is time to chuck the deuces and get out of dodge! 

Name:
Justin Barker
Hometown:
Mocksville, NC
Year:
Junior
Major:
Elementary Education
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
Diversity, the atmosphere and the many ways you can get involved.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be Donkey from Shrek, because I’m so loveable.  

Name:
Keith Chanakira
Hometown:
Harare, Zimbabwe
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Biology
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I love the diversity, you see so many different people.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be Shrek himself.  

Name:
Drake Mayo
Hometown:
Durham, NC
Year:
Senior
Major:
Graphic Design
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The diversity and all the opportunities to grow
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would be Mowgli, from the Jungle Book, because he gets along with all the jungle animals like I get along with different types of people.  

Name:
Hannah Wall
Hometown:
Winston-Salem/High Point, NC
Year:
Junior
Major:
Comm-Mass Media/Sports Broadcasting
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
The diversity. I have so many friends with different personalities, backgrounds, and hometowns. It reminds me of my high school and it makes me feel like I am at “home.”
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Tinkerbelle or a Southern Belle.  

Name:
Jason King 
Hometown:
Burlington, NC
Year:
Junior
Major:
Criminal Justice 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I love that our school is so diverse. I also love that we have so many opportunities to meet new friends on campus that we may not have met in our normal circle of friends. 
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Dopey from Snow White and the 7 dwarfs, because he is the most fun of them all! 

Name:
Amanda Avenoso
Hometown:
Forked River, New Jersey
Year:
Freshman
Major:
Psychology
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I like that the campus is really interconnected and involved. It’s really easy to meet new people and have a great time.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
I would probably be the Gingerbread man from Shrek…Not the gumdrop buttons! 

Name:
Jason Minnick 
Hometown:
Waynesville, North Carolina 
Year:
Sophomore
Major:
Electrical Engineering
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I like the campus a lot.
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Spiderman

Name:
Rickey A. Hill
Hometown:
Jacksonville, NC
Year:
Senior
Major:
Political Science and Africana Studies 
What do you enjoy most about UNC Charlotte?
I love that fact that it is in the process of making new and monumental changes that I have the opportunity to take part in…. LIKE FOOTBALL!!!   In twenty-five years when UNC Charlotte is the best school in nation, I will have the privilege of having been a student here! 
If you were a fairytale character who would you be?
Peter Pan!  No Bills! Treehouses! And the ability to Fly!  What else could you ask for?