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.