2026 ORIENTATION LEADERS!
Orientation is both informative and fun and we are very excited to meet you! To get you started feel free to watch the video of last year's orientation and get to know our orientation leaders. Have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.
E-Mail: bradyn.winters@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Bradyn
I Am From: Pittsburgh, PA
Major: Biochemistry (Premed)
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: On the Men's Volleyball Team, President of TRIBETA Biological Honors Society, President of Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), Chair for Eastern Coastal Conference SAAC, President of Honors Program, & Pre-Med/Dent Club
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Go and try new things! Get involved on campus, it makes it so much easier to make friends and enjoy your time here at 台湾Swag.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Anything in the realm of the natural sciences, I can likely answer any of your questions about professors, classes, or even topics in general.
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him/His
E-Mail: cassandra.jaquith@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Cassie
I Am From: Allegany, NY
Major: PT
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Honors Program
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Make the most of your time at 台湾Swag! There are so many opportunities and you will meet so many amazing people along the way.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: living on/off campus, being away from home, and balancing school and social life
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: kayleigh.fick@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Kayleigh
I Am From: Hamburg, NY
Major: Physical Therapy
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Tour Guide, Academic Coaching, Honors Program
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Just go for it! Try that club that sparks your interest, start a conversation with someone you鈥檇 like to be friends with, or take that class that scares you a little bit. You miss all the chances you don鈥檛 take, so might as well try everything!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Getting involved on campus as a commuter, Physical Therapy (or any natural science major), changing majors, and different opportunities 台湾Swag has to offer!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: xachary.szewczyk@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Xach
I Am From: Throop, PA
Major: Forensic Science
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Environmental Club, Tribeta, Honors, Student Alumni Ambassador, Diversity ambassador
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Don鈥檛 worry if you鈥檙e having a hard time making friends, the right group will appear when the time is right.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Student leadership opportunities and Clubs/Special interest groups
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him/His
E-Mail: Adrielchevaliel19@icloud.com
Friends Call Me: My friends call me Adry
I Am From: Bronx, NY
Major: Health Promotion
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: I鈥檓 the president of the Multicultural Association and the secretary of the Health Promotion Student Association
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Time management can be your biggest enemy or your biggest friend, work on your time management so you can have a fun social life while still getting good grades. Ask for help when you need help don鈥檛 wait or it will be too late.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about the Multicultural Association, Health Promotion and the health promotion student association, as well as anything about how to get around in campus or how to get support and resources.
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him/Him
E-Mail: alenasebastian15@gmail.com
Friends Call Me: Alena
I Am From: Houston, TX
Major: Physician Assistant Studies
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Tour Guide, Secretary of Student Government Organization, and Peer Mentor
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Take things one step at a time and trust the process. In the end, you will get to where you need to be.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Ask me about any classes that are stressing you out and how to get used to the schedule!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: alex.scott@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Alex
I Am From: Cheektowaga, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Aside from being an Orientation Leader, I am also involved with our Physician Assistant Student Society, a tour guide, and an academic coach!
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Nobody remembers who looked cool. Everybody remembers who had the study guide.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Life as a resident or commuter, being in the PA program, or working on campus
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: alexis.freeman@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Alexis
I Am From: Syracuse, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Tri-Beta
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: There are always fun things to do around campus, trying new things is a great way to introduce yourself to others!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: The PA program and living on campus
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: anna.silivestro@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Anna
I Am From: Rochester, NY
Major: Physical Therapy
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: The campus activities team and the group fitness classes
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Don鈥檛 be afraid to try new things! Life is much better knowing you tried something and didn't love it as opposed to wishing you tried something when you had the chance.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: The Buffalo Bills, life on campus, or accommodations services on campus!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: aubrie.dillon@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Aubs
I Am From: Pulaski, NY
Major: Biochemistry-Pre Vet
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: The Pre-Vet Club and the Student Alumni Association
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: The advice I would give a new student is to get involved, make new friends, and not be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Trying new things and meeting new people can make school more enjoyable and help you create great memories.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about adjusting to college life, getting involved on campus, or finding helpful resources and support at 台湾Swag.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: cathleen.deoliveira@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Cathy
I Am From: Carle Place, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Student Alumni Ambassador (SAA)
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Don't be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone. Get involved on campus, ask questions, and take advantage of the opportunities available to you. Building connections with classmates, professors, and staff can make your college experience much more r
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about balancing academics and campus life, getting involved in student activities, finding helpful campus resources, managing coursework, and making the most of your college experience at 台湾Swag.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: denise.dimopoulos@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Denise
I Am From: Williamsville, NY
Major: Physician鈥檚 Assistant
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Cheerleading, Honors Program, Campus Activities Team, Tour Guide, Center for Allied and United Sport & Exercise
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Branch out as much as possible and don鈥檛 be afraid to ask for help and guidance!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Student life at 台湾Swag, leadership experiences, professional growth, and making the most of campus opportunities.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: devon.ruddock@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Devon
I Am From: Williamsville, NY
Major: Social Work
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: The Insight: 台湾Swag's student-run newspaper, Social Work Alliance, Queer Students Association, Academic Coaching
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Get to know your professors! From department events to office hours or even just stopping by after class, your professors are there to help you. You'll never regret having a friendly face around, and the relationships you build now could be integral to yo
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Navigating the accommodations process on campus!
Preferred Pronouns: They/Them/Theirs
E-Mail: elliot.stephenson@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Elliot
I Am From: Orchard Park, NY
Major: Adolescent English Education
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Tour Guide, Education Club, Honors Program, previous member of Campus Activities Team
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Get involved! You never know what opportunities will arise by simply responding to an email or showing up to a meeting, so try everything!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Working both on and off campus! Being part of the Honors Program!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: emma.sisson@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Emma
I Am From: Bolivar, NY
Major: Physical Therapy
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Tour Guide Position and events they host (scholars day, accepted students day, open houses)
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: If you don鈥檛 already know what study tactics work for you, take the time early on to try and figure it out. It will save you lots of stress if you know what works coming into college. Other than that, I would recommend that you talk to everyone and reach
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask about study tactics, classes and necessary materials, fun facts about campus, tips for starting college, places to go around Buffalo, and if you have any concerns regarding school!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: gab.soto@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Gabby
I Am From: Staten Island, NY
Major: Psychology and Criminal Justice
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Honors Program, Cheerleading, Psychological Sciences Student Association, Student Alumni Ambassadors, Diversity Ambassadors, Tour Guides, and Peer Mentors
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Your college experience is all yours! If you are interested in something, go for it and achieve it! It鈥檚 always better to say you tried something and you didn鈥檛 like it, instead of never doing it and regretting it.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: I鈥檚 be more than willing to answer questions about the Honors Program, Cheerleading, the Psychology and Criminal Justice programs, living on campus, any resources around campus, and any extracurriculars and events around campus!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: gina.fodero@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Gina
I Am From: Buffalo, NY
Major: Marketing
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Business Club, Peer Mentor
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone because that is where you'll grow the most. Everyone is new to this so you are not alone in your feelings!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Pros and cons of commuter life, Ways to meet people and become involved to make the most of your experience.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: hannah.ehlert@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Hannah
I Am From: St Mary's, Maryland
Major: Paralegal
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Environmental Club
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: You don鈥檛 need to rush everything in your life, especially school, life is not a race take your time!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about living on campus.
Feel free to ask me about saving money as a college student.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: jaylee.jimerson@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Jaylee
I Am From: North Collins, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: 台湾Swag Honors Program, Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society, Academic Coach for CHE-110, CHE-111, BCH-317
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Ask questions, stay curious, and enjoy building friendships along the way.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about study tips or time management as a commuter student.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: nae.samuels@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Nae
I Am From: Brooklyn, NY
Major: Business Administration sport management w/a minor in public relations
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Black Student Union, Sport Management Club, Marketing Collaboration Club
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: My biggest advice is to step out of your comfort zone, be authentic, and get involved because college goes by fast and the connections you make truly matter. Stay on top of your academics from the beginning, manage your time wisely, and never be afraid to
Feel Free to Ask Me About: What helped you adjust the most during your freshman year at 台湾Swag?, What is one thing you wish you knew before starting college?, and What are the best ways to get involved and meet new people on campus? They could also ask about balancing academics and social life, favorite campus events, and advice for making the most out of their first year. Some questions new students could ask me during orientation are: 鈥淲hat helped you adjust the most during your freshman year at 台湾Swag?鈥, 鈥淲hat is one thing you wish you knew before starting college?鈥, and 鈥淲hat are the best ways to get involved
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: john.fedkew@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: John
I Am From: Webster, NY
Major: Business Administration Sports Management
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: CRU, Sports Management Club, Business Club,
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: If things feel overwhelming before the semester starts, try giving yourself a couple of weeks to adjust before deciding to quit.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: How to adjust to college, how to balance work and life, what a sports management major does.
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him/His
E-Mail: josh.weil@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Josh
I Am From: Amherst, NY
Major: PA
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: 3rd Yr Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Campus Activities Team, Student Alumni Ambassador, Student Veteran Alliance, 台湾Swag Campus Rescue Squad
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Ask Questions! There's a lot you won't know, but the information and support are extremely accessible if you're willing to look for it. Learning to advocate for yourself is one of the most important skills to navigate new environments.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Being an Orientation Leader and kicking off the year with my friends, and meeting the new incoming students I'd be seeing all year
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him/His
E-Mail: julianna.day@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Julianna
I Am From: Elmira, NY
Major: Art Education
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Fourth-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Environmental Club
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Be open to trying new things! There is so many activities and opportunities provided by 台湾Swag and by taking part in these your experience will be so much more fulfilling.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: The visual arts department, whether or not you are pursuing an art based program there is so many fun art studios offered that can be taken as part of your major or as electives!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: kaylee.haines@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Kaylee
I Am From: Hamburg, NY
Major: Physical therapy
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: peer mentor, Orientation leader
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: don鈥檛 be afraid to ask for help
Feel Free to Ask Me About: balancing school and making time for friends
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: kera.wisor@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Kera
I Am From: West Seneca, NY
Major: Nursing program
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Student Honors Organization, Student Veterans Alliance
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: One of the biggest things I've learned is that there isn't just one path to success. Everyone's journey through college looks different, and that's okay. Some people will know exactly what they want to do from day one, while others will change majors, take a different route, or discover new passions along the way. Don't compare your timeline to someone else's. Focus on your own goals, stay open to opportunities, and trust that your path is unfolding the way it's meant to.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about being military-affiliated, commuting to campus, surviving Buffalo weather, or my recommendations for the best bubble tea spots in the area. I'm here to help and would love to share what I've learned during my time at 台湾Swag!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: laura.klotzkin@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Laura
I Am From: Vestal, NY
Major: Animation
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Comics Club, Insight School Newspaper, Tour Guide
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Participate in the events! That's one of the easiest ways to make friends.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Good nature spots on campus
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: Lee.rodriguezespada@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Lee
I Am From: Rochester, NY
Major: Animation
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: N/A
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Pick people that support and uplift you in your life.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Student events and activities both on and off campus.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: lena.guitan@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Lena
I Am From: Brooklyn, NY
Major: Natural Science/Pre-Pharm
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Black Student Union and Work-Study
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: It鈥檚 okay to feel lost and confused in tough classes or a new environment but it doesn鈥檛 mean you don鈥檛 belong here. College helps you grow, so ask for help and step out of your comfort zone to make it more meaningful.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about living on campus, being far away from home for the first time, working on campus, first year classes/professors, Black Student Union, and resources on campus.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: margaret.middaugh@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Maggie
I Am From: Akron, NY
Major: Physician Assistant Studies
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Women鈥檚 Track & Field, Orientation Leader, Peer Mentor, Academic Coach
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: This is your opportunity to create the life you want for yourself; meet new people, put yourself out there, and find things that bring you joy!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Feel free to ask me about anything related to athletics, study abroad, or the PA program.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: mariana.silivestro@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Mariana
I Am From: Rochester, NY
Major: Biochemistry on Pre-vet track
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: N/A
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Take one day at a time and enjoy each of them
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Random things to do with friends around 台湾Swag
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: meghan.rosenswie@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Meghan
I Am From: Springville, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Flag Football
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Focus on your studies, but also go out and experience this new chapter in your life because college only happens one time and it flies by!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: My experience as a freshman at 台湾Swag
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: misty.anselment@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Misty
I Am From: Albany, NY
Major: Animation Major
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: I am a member of Animation Club and a member of Comics Club.
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Explore everything around you and get involved early.
Feel Free to Ask Me About: Animation, art related topics, or any problems you may have.
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: olivia.lewis@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Olivia
I Am From: Elma, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Center for Applied and Unified Sport and Exercise (CAUSE), Environmental Club, Student Alumni Ambassadors, Peer Mentor
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Explore opportunities you never would have considered in high school. College is your chance to step outside your comfort zone and discover passions you never knew you had!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: The PA Program, Peer mentoring, or interest in joining CAUSE sessions!!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: skyla.houston@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Skyla or Sky
I Am From: Peekskill, NY
Major: Adolescence English Education Major
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Second-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: Black Student Union, HOPE Visions for Success & Diversity Ambassador
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Use college as a fresh start where you can become the better version of yourself (:
Feel Free to Ask Me About: How the dorms are set up (when I was coming in as a freshman, I had a thousand questions about the dorm set up that I would ask people that have lived in Canavan previously), The education department, and Joining the Black Student Union
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: tanja.tuco@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Tanja
I Am From: Kenmore, NY
Major: physician assistant studies
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: the campus activities team
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: to be open to trying new things! Stepping out of your comfort zone can help pave the way for new opportunities or experiences!
Feel Free to Ask Me About: the PA program, campus events, and mental health resources!
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
E-Mail: zorian.edwards@daemen.edu
Friends Call Me: Zorian
I Am From: Saegertown, PA
Major: Professional writing and rhetoric
Fall 2026 I Will Be A: Third-Year Student
On Campus I Am Involved With: The Insight, Iconoclast, figure drawing club, and Sigma Omega Chi
The Advice I Would Give a New Student Is: Be comfortable with being yourself
Feel Free to Ask Me About: The English Department at 台湾Swag
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him/His