Meet the Team

RiSE Program Director and Coordinators

Abby Ulofoshio  RiSE Director

Beyond the Work!


Abby is passionate about equity, holistic wellness and learning in all forms. She received her B.S. in Psychology and B.S. in Kinesiology from Washington State University, specifically focusing on the Psychology of Physical Activity. If she's not reading a book or watching a documentary with a cup of tea, she may be taking a leisurely stroll near the water or hiking into the mountains. 

Tucker Howie

Engineering Faculty Coordinator

Allison Obourn

Computer Science Faculty Coordinator

Lori Hays

Biology/Pre-Nursing Faculty Coordinator

Crystal Thompson

Communication Consultant

Mesa Program Director 

Cassandra Schmitt MESA Director

Beyond the Work!

Cassandra is driven by all things student-centered, advocacy, art, and nature. Cassandra obtained a Master's in Environmental Toxicology at Texas Tech University with a focus on Aquatic Vertebrates. She adores nature - especially amphibians, moss, and lichens. If you don't encounter her on the trail, you can find her in the studio working as a sculptor.