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Aaliyah Richards, President
Aaliyah Richards, President
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Aaliyah Richards is a 16-month Master of Social Work student at the University of Michigan, pursuing the Community Change pathway with a strong focus on trauma-informed care, advocacy, and systems transformation. She currently serves as President of the Student Government Association and President of the Child Welfare Student Association. Before stepping into the presidency, Aaliyah served as Vice President, where she built strong foundations in governance, advocacy, and student engagement that now guide her leadership. Aaliyah is a white-presenting Native American woman and first-generation college graduate whose identity and lived experience fuel her commitment to equity, cultural humility, and systemic advocacy.
Aaliyah earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Ferris State University, where she began building her foundation in mental health support, restorative justice, and community engagement. Her professional background includes experience in case management, substance use recovery, and homelessness response; fields where she continues to center compassion, collaboration, and person-first practice. Her current field placement is integrated with her work at Child Care Network, a nonprofit that increases access to early childhood education and care for families across Michigan. In this role, she engages in policy-focused advocacy, community outreach, and resource navigation to support children and families, while also attending policy conferences to stay involved in broader systems conversations.
Mutual aid and grassroots work are essential parts of Aaliyah’s personal and professional ethos. She believes in the power of community to drive real, sustainable change and brings that energy into her leadership. Rooted in transparency and care, Aaliyah strives to uplift others and ensure no voice is left unheard.
As President, Aaliyah is committed to leading with accountability, inclusivity, and vision. She works to create a student government that not only represents the diverse needs of her peers but also amplifies their voices in meaningful ways. She is especially passionate about building space for students from underserved backgrounds to thrive personally and professionally during their time at U-M. Aaliyah’s goal is to leave the School of Social Work stronger than she found it; an institution that not only reflects the values it teaches but actively embodies the inclusive, justice-oriented future it aspires to be.
Please feel free to reach out to Aaliyah, any time, at aaliyahx@umich.edu.
Angela Chin, Vice President
Angela Chin, Vice President
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Angela Chin is a 20-month Master of Social Work student in the Children, Youth, and Families pathway. She is interested in the intersection of mental health and technology, including but not limited to: shaping AI to be helpful and ethical instead of harmful; reducing the negative impacts of social media on adolescent well-being; and the potential for technology to transform mental health services to become accessible and equitable. Outside of the School of Social Work, Angela volunteers at Apex for Youth, goes weight lifting, and practices her less-than-fluent Mandarin using DuoLingo.
Prior to the University of Michigan, Angela studied Clinical Psychology at the University of California, San Diego’s honors program. She completed her honors thesis on the Positive Emotion and Anxiety Research Lab under the guidance of Dr. Charles Taylor. After graduating, Angela joined WestEd’s Learning and Technology division as a research assistant to evaluate education technology products. She then moved to the Resilient and Healthy Schools and Communities content area where she evaluated school-based mental health initiatives, funds, and programs.
As Vice President, Angela is focused on implementing her platform: “Together We Thrive.” Centered around self-care and community, Angela’s platform aims to support students in taking care of themselves and each other. Her hope is to establish a foundation from which the next generation of social workers will thrive long into their careers. You can reach Angela at angechin@umich.edu
Caroline Paige, Secretary
Caroline Paige, Secretary
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Caroline is a 20-month Master of Social Work student at the University of Michigan, pursuing the interpersonal pathway. Before coming to U of M, Caroline’s earned her bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of Notre Dame. Throughout her time at Notre Dame, Caroline developed and led a student group, ZeroProof, that focused on creating a space and providing resources for students that are in recovery or are sober-curious. Caroline also pursued many research endeavors, including a senior honors thesis and presenting previous work at a conference.
Professionally, Caroline has worked primarily in substance use recovery care with various roles including case manager and counselor. Currently, Caroline works at Monroe Intermediate School District where she provides therapy services for students who qualify. Long-term, Caroline plans to return to substance use care but has an interest in both therapy work and policies surrounding healthcare for those that struggle with addiction.
As Secretary, Caroline is hoping to improve the way the student government communicates with the student body. So it can create a more engaged and connected community for students to feel like they belong to through their time in graduate school.
Nicole Portman Muñoz, Treasurer
Nicole Portman Muñoz, Treasurer
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Nicole Portmann Muñoz is a 20-month Master of Social Work student at the University of Michigan, pursuing the Interpersonal Practice pathway. Before coming to U-M, Nicole earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia where she served as a leader in various student service organizations serving Latinx refugee and migrant populations in the Charlottesville area. Her professional background includes work both in the U.S and internationally focusing on case management, crisis intervention, and behavioral health in interprofessional medical settings.
Nicole is an international student – born in Chile, but spent her childhood moving around the world with her family. She is passionate about using her international background and language fluency in Spanish and French to assist her patients and the medical team in her field placement at Hope Medical Clinic.
Jua'Chelle Harmon, Social Chair
Jua'Chelle Harmon, Social Chair
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Jua’Chelle Harmon is a 16-month, Welfare of Children and Families MSW candidate and a Child Welfare Scholar. Before attending the U of M- MSW program, Jua’Chelle graduated summa cum laude at Eastern Michigan University, attaining her Bachelor of Science in Psychology. In undergrad, Jua’Chelle had several opportunities to explore her interests and passion working with children. She worked at a summer camp for 3 years, was a nanny, a mentor, and even worked with an adoption/foster care agency for over a year, giving her experience working with children in many capacities.
Jua’Chelle is currently interning with Ele’s Place to begin her path in pediatric palliative care - a career she hopes to pursue after she graduates. She also works at the C.S. Mott’s Children’s Hospital as a Program Assistant. As Social Chair, Jua’Chelle hopes to bring the SSW community together and build connections among students, staff, and faculty. Please feel free to reach out anytime to Jua’Chelle, if needed.
Said Angeles, Student Advocate
Said Angeles, Student Advocate
(He/Him/El)
Said is a 16-month dual pathway Policy & Political Social work and Management & Leadership MSW student at the University of Michigan School of Social Work. Said currently interns at this field placement inthe Michigan State Capitol with State Representative Carrie Rheingans. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Arkansas with a Minor in Psychology.
As an undergraduate, Said was the Vice President of Board Development and Education at Arkansas’ Volunteer Action Center, where he served as a student leader, and helped run the 50+ student organization in their 6 student-led volunteer service programs. At the same time, he worked as a grant writing intern for the Visionairi Foundation, a non-profit focused on Black heritage, knowledge, and culture through civic engagement, economic empowerment, and innovative education. Before leaving Arkansas, Said finished his undergraduate social work intern hours at the Community Clinic of Springdale, where he served as their Behavioral Health Case Management intern.
Said is passionate about community based and policy-focused advocacy. He hopes to enter the workforce through community health work and push for policy reform and advocate for marginalized and immigrant communities. One day he hopes to return to Arkansas and run for an elected office to further his goals in policy reform.
As Student Advocate, Said hopes to be a friendly face who’s ready to listen and help. He wants students to feel comfortable coming to him, whether it’s for advice, support, or just someone to talk to. Said believes in helping others learn how to speak up for themselves and is committed to being steady, present, and understanding.
Joshua Grant, In-Person Student Representative
Joshua Grant, In-Person Student Representative
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I am a 12-month Master of Social Work student at the University of Michigan, pursuing the Policy & Political Social Work pathway with a deep focus on environmental justice, democracy, and community power-building. My studies are centered on learning how to shape policy through the lens of social work — connecting values like service, equity, and justice with systemic change that uplifts communities. I currently serve as Field Director for Denzel McCampbell’s grassroots Detroit City Council campaign, where I design and execute field strategy, lead canvassing operations, and mobilize volunteers to strengthen civic engagement in Detroit.
Before beginning graduate school, I built a career in organizing, civic engagement, and advocacy rooted in expanding democratic participation and amplifying the voices of historically marginalized communities. From leading voter contact programs to managing data systems and volunteer capacity, my professional experiences have strengthened my leadership as a builder, disruptor, and guide — three identities that ground my work and values as a future social worker.
I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Eastern Michigan University, where I developed a foundation in understanding people, systems, and the social structures that shape communities. My undergraduate studies solidified my commitment to addressing inequities at the intersection of policy and lived experience. At Michigan, I’ve continued to deepen my practice through policy simulations, reflective assignments, and applied learning — from analyzing universal healthcare proposals to exploring fiscal priorities that fight climate change, reduce inequality, and invest in the future.
As a Black queer Detroiter, I carry with me the resilience of my family and community, rooted in the legacy of the Great Migration and the ongoing fight for justice. My values — equity, liberation, justice, solidarity, community, and empathy — are my north star. I believe in creating “safety networks” that allow people to thrive in the face of rising fascism and political violence, especially future social workers who will be called to serve in challenging times.
Through student leadership, campaign work, and community organizing, I am committed to leaving every institution I touch stronger, more inclusive, and more justice-oriented than when I arrived. My goal is to use my education and lived experience to influence policy, build collective power, and create lasting pathways for social and environmental justice in Detroit and beyond. I can be reached at thejosh@umich.edu, IG @drnutty, and on Facebook: Joshua Emmanuel (www.facebook.com/JNutty08)
Erin Moira Lemrow, Online Student Representative
Erin Moira Lemrow, Online Student Representative
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Erin Moira Lemrow is earning her MSW as an online, part-time MSW student pursuing the Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Pathway. Erin Moira has a Ph.D. in Literacy, Culture, and Language Education and comes to Social Work with over a decade of experience in Education, Advising, culturally-informed pedagogy and trauma-informed practice. Erin Moira earned her B.A. in cultural anthropology from the University of Michigan and her M.S. and Ph.D. from Indiana University Bloomington. She currently serves as an academic advisor and adjunct professor in the Engineering Honors Program in the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan. Concurrently, she serves as a Master’s intern at International Therapy Solutions in Ann Arbor, MI where she is completing her final year of fieldwork.
Erin Moira previously served as a faculty member at the University of Notre Dame teaching coursework for the Institute for Latino Studies and the Alliance for Catholic Education. She has published work on the necessity of culturally responsive pedagogy and intercultural competence in academic advising.
Lemrow pivoted to Social Work after taking on the primary caregiver role to her aging father who ultimately succumbed to the diseases of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Lemrow then saw an avenue forward to help herself and others along life’s journey with mental health. As online MSW student representative, Lemrow hopes to be a conduit through which online students feel comfortable sharing their concerns and needs. Erin Moira can be reached at: elem@umich.edu
Megan Tinerella, Merchandise Student Representative
Megan Tinerella, Merchandise Student Representative
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Megan is a Policy & Political MSW student at the University of Michigan, currently in the 16-month program and interning at the Michigan State Capitol with State Representative Carrie Rheingans. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Michigan State University, with minors in Youth and Society, and Human Behavior and Social Services.
During her undergraduate studies, Megan interned at Wellspring Lutheran Services and volunteered with Royal Family Kids, mentoring children in the foster care system. These experiences deepened her commitment to social justice, youth advocacy, and systems-level change.
Megan is passionate about education policy and public health. Her career goal is to continue to work for a legislator at the State Capitol, and eventually run for office herself. She aims to reform how sex education and health classes are taught in K–12 schools across the country.
As the MSW program’s merchandise representative, Megan is leading efforts to launch new merch that celebrates each pathway of study. She believes that every student in the program deserves to feel proud of the unique contributions they bring to this diverse and impactful field. Please feel free to reach out to Megan at anytime at tinemeg@umich.edu.
Zoe Seymore, Public Relations Student Representative
Zoe Seymore, Public Relations Student Representative
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Zoe is a 16-month IP student currently interning at Trinity Health’s Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program in Ann Arbor. Prior to coming to U of M, Zoe attended The College of Wooster in Ohio to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with minors in Math and Chinese. While in undergrad, Zoe participated in a variety of student orgs and held leadership positions. She also ran social media for multiple departments and organizations. After graduating college, she received a Fulbright grant to teach English in Taiwan for a year. While in Taiwan, she worked at a rural elementary school in New Taipei as well as ran the cohort’s Instagram page.
As a Chinese adoptee and native Texan, Zoe is an active participant in the adoptee community, and even does her own advocacy work with her organization Navigating Adoption. Through Navigating Adoption, Zoe educates others on adoption related issues, co-runs a mentorship program, and co-hosts events such as adoptee-only zoom calls. You can visit her organization through Instagram, Facebook, and their website navigatingadoption.org.
As PR Rep, Zoe hopes to find new and fun ways to engage the SW community online, while also letting her creativity grow. She is also looking forward to gaining more connections in the SW community. She has also enjoyed getting to explore parts of Michigan for the past year. Zoe can be reached at zseymore@umich.edu.
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