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Meet the 2025-2026 SLCs

The Office of Student Engagement has a staff of 12 Student Leadership Consultants (SLCs) who are here to help their peers get involved in clubs, leadership activities, and volunteer opportunities to help students make the most of their Ithaca College experience! Read below to meet the team!

Login Abudalla '26

Major: Political Science with International Studies Concentration

Minor: Finance and International Communications

Pronouns: she/her

Hometown: Schenectady, NY

Involvement at IC: Student Governance Council Transfer Senator, Appropriations Committee, NSTP Ad-Hoc Committee, Sister 2 Sister, Ithaca College Transfer Club, Model UN, Pre-Law Society, Her Campus

How have you benefited from being involved in a student organization at IC? There are many way that I have benefited from being involved in a student organization, but my top two that I would have to say is building connections, friendships and learning about the campus. My involvement as a Transfer Senator has led to me learning about all of the inner workings of the college and really grasping all of the resources that the college has to offer which I have been able to share with my fellow counterparts.

What puts you instantly in a good mood? A clean room, and empty to-do list!

Jess Ardolina '27

Major: Stage Management

Minor: Marketing

Pronouns: she/her

Hometown: Middletown, NJ

Involvement at IC: Wheels for Women, Stage Manager; Student Activities Board, Co-President; Marketing and Communications Assistant for MarkComms Office; Leadership Scholar

How have you benefited from being involved in a student organization at IC? Being involved in the Student Activities Board has allowed me to meet people I may not have met otherwise, take part in planning fun and accessible large-scale events for the IC student body, put my creative mind together with other members, and lead a team of students who are so committed and motivated in everything they do. Being in a student organization has empowered me to use my voice, make new connections, and get creative!

What is your favorite weird smell? I love the smell of a new book! This could be a book to read or a notebook. The smell puts me in a focused and excited mood because I associate it with back-to-school shopping and, of course, some of my favorite books that I still own today.

What is your go to karaoke song? One of my go to karaoke songs is Rainbow Connection. I have always loved the Muppets, especially Kermit himself, and when I was younger my dad would always play the song in the car for me to sing along to and serenade the family. It's a classic, fun song that has a meaningful message. Plus everyone can sing along!

Ethan Beer '26

Major: Integrated Marketing Communications

Minors: Media Literacy, Graphic Design

Pronouns: he/him

Hometown: Norwood, NJ

Involvement at IC: Park Promotions, President; American Advertising Federation, Treasurer; Hillel, Intern

IYO, what is something students should know about the Office of Student Engagement? Something students should know is that we’re genuinely here for you. We’re friendly, approachable, and want to help make your time at IC better. Being part of campus orgs has given me some of my best experiences, and I want to help make sure you get the same.

What is your favorite weird smell? Sharpies are my guilty pleasure scent. (Don't Try At Home)

What fictional character would you want to have as a friend? Maxine from Ginny & Georgia!! Chaotic, loyal, and always dramatic in a fun way.

Noah Darling '26

Major: Cinema & Photography (B.S)

Minor: Journalism

Pronouns: he/him

Hometown: New Holland, PA

Involvement at IC: President of Pitch Please: Ithaca College's Only Non-Auditioned A Cappella Group; on-air talent for ICTV, content creator for the Ithaca College YouTube Team; writer for Buzzsaw Magazine, Leadership Scholar

How have you benefited from being involved in a student organization at IC? It's brought a new sense of accomplishment as an IC student, giving a sense of community and belonging where I get to meet so many great peers and talented individuals, it's really awesome every time I get to be involved with a new organization at IC!

What is the worst thing you have ever stepped on in the dark? Dry grapes. They're dry but also wet, it's crazy.

Where do you prefer to sit in a movie theater? Fourth row from the front. Gotta get all the screen that I can.

Helen Fentress '28

Major: Communication Strategy and Design with a concentration in Live Events Management

Pronouns: she/her

Hometown: Tampa, FL

Involvement at IC: Student Activities Board Communications Director

How have you benefited from being involved in a student organization at IC? The Student Activities Board helped me meet so many great people and get more comfortable with moving to college!

What puts you instantly in a good mood? Fall smells! Autumn has been my favorite season since I was little so it just has so many good memories attached to it. Anything that includes maple or crisp apple are my top smells.

What fictional character would you want to have as a friend? Winnie the Pooh because he's a funny and calm guy.

Sophie Glassman '27

Major: Writing for Film, Television, and Emerging Media

Pronouns: she/her

Hometown: Cincinnati, OH

Involvement at IC: Park Scholar Program, ICTV, Buzzsaw Magazine, and Hillel at Ithaca College

What is one way that you would like to make an impact as an SLC this year? I’m a people person, so if I can help someone get the information they need, I am happy. I hope I can continue to help student access resources on campus!

What puts you instantly in a good mood? I am instantly in a good mood anytime I’m around or in water!

What fictional character would you want to have as a friend? Leon Black from Curb Your Enthusiasm! I would never be bored again.

AYsia Louis '26

Major: Occupational Therapy

Pronouns: she/her

Hometown: Ithaca, NY

Involvement at IC: Sister2Sister (President), Ithaca College Occupational Therapy Students of Color (Co-Founder/Co-Treasurer), Ithaca College Occupational Therapy DEI Committee (Class of ‘26 Representative), BOLD Scholar, Leadership Scholar

IYO, what is something students should know about the Office of Student Engagement? Something students should know about the Office of Student Engagement is that our office is like a hidden gem on campus! Although we are tucked at the top of Egbert Hall, our Student Activities Center (SAC) is a great hideaway spot to do homework, learn about student organizations, and indulge in the Sensory Corner! Did I mention there’s free tea, coffee, and sometimes treats? :)

What is something that seems like it should appeal to you but it doesn't? Hiking. I can walk on and on, but as soon as you put an incline in the ground, count me out! There’s also some irony in the fact that I’m a local with an all-access pass to some of the most beautiful sights (that may or may not require a hike).

Where do you prefer to sit in a movie theater? Middle section, I won’t accept any other answer! Sit too high your neck hurts, sit too low your neck hurts…

Abe Marron '28

Major: Environmental Science & History

Minor: Education

Pronouns: he/him

Hometown: Yorktown Heights, NY

Involvement at IC: Vice President of Nature Club, Senator at Large in SGC, Secretary of Outing Club, Vice President of Astronomy Club, Member of Jubilee Singers, Leadership Scholar

How have you benefited from being involved in a student organization at IC? There are so many benefits to being in a student org at IC! You meet others that share what you're interested in, there can be so many cool activities, and it's a great way to meet others.

What puts you instantly in a good mood? I love teaching another person about something fascinating outdoors, I love giving them something they can look for in the future.

What fictional character would you want to have as a friend? Uncle Iroh from Avatar would be an incredible fictional character to have as a friend. I'd love the late night conversations with tea. :)

Ryan Martin '27

Major: Biology

Minors: Education Studies

Preferred pronouns: he/him

Hometown: Wellesley, MA

Involvement at IC: Ithcappella (President), IC Genes (Treasurer), Admission Host, IC Bio Club, Student-Faculty Research

How have you benefited from being involved in a student organization at IC? Student organizations have transformed my college experiences by allowing for me to meet diverse groups of people that are all passionate about the same things as me!

What is the worst thing you have ever stepped on in the dark? A Lego will always be the worst thing to step on.

What is your go to karaoke song? Love Is An Open Door from Frozen

Megan Murello '28

Major: BFA Stage Management and BS Theatre Administration

Minor: Business Administration

Pronouns: she/her

Hometown: Dallas, TX

Involvement at IC: BomberTHON Events Chair, NatureRX, IC Catholic, Leadership Scholar

What is one way that you would like to make an impact as an SLC this year? As an SLC, I'm looking forward to connecting with people around campus and raising awareness of the resources available through the Office of Student Engagement. The OSE offers incredible opportunities for clubs, organizations, and students at IC, and I hope to highlight these opportunities for others, just as previous SLCs did for me!

What is the worst thing you have ever stepped on in the dark? My brothers and I went through a Star Wars Legos phase, and oh my goodness stepping on those bricks in the dark was no picnic. But honestly it was worth it after seeing Storm Trooper helmets come to life!

What is a movie plot that you would want your life to mirror? My go-to movie is Miss Congeniality, and I would hands-down love to be a FBI agent going undercover at a beauty pageant!

Anita Preuss '25

Major: Television and Digital Media

Minors: Communication Management and Design, Live Event Design and Management, and Spanish

Pronouns: she/they

Hometown: Lake George, NY

Involvement at IC: Japanese Learning Club, Buzzsaw Magazine, ICTV, Leadership Scholar Program

IYO, what is something students should know about the Office of Student Engagement? We have so many free items to offer student organizations! From lending items like art supplies, and speakers, to giving away free printing and items from our "Take It or Leave it" corner. There's no reason not to use these items and save your club some money!

What is the best thing you've ever splurged on? Spontaneous flight bookings are always worth the splurge.

Where do you prefer to sit in a movie theater? Wherever my friends are sitting so we can whisper about every movie trailers before the movie starts.

Josie Thomson '27

Major: Advertising, PR and Marketing Communications

Minor: Live Event Design and Management

Pronouns: she/her

Hometown: Colchester, CT

Involvement at IC: Leadership Scholar, Vice President of the IC Club Equestrian Team, Social Media Coordinator for IC SADD, American Advertising Federation member

How have you benefited from being involved in a student organization at IC? Being involved in a student organization at IC has allowed me to hone in on my leadership style! As the VP of the Equestrian team, I've been able to create events, team bondings, and memorable experiences for all members of the team! Using the passion for my organization, I have been able to create amazing relationships with my team!

What puts you instantly in a good mood? Animal time! If you put a dog, cat, horse, goat, sheep, cow, etc (literally anything except snakes!) you can guarantee a good-mood me!

What is your go to karaoke song? My go-to karaoke song would be anything from the Hamilton soundtrack! I shamelessly know every word.