Meet the nsp Staff
DEVAN ZGLESZEWSKI, Ed.D.
Director of New Student Programs
She/Her/Hers
dzgleszewski@wcupa.edu
BIO
Dr. Devan K. Zgleszewski has been with the Office of New Student Programs since 2018. Prior to joining the New Student Programs team, she worked at The College of New Jersey in roles supporting student engagement, student organizations, fraternity and sorority life (where she is a sister of Alpha Chi Omega), transfer orientation, and welcome week. She is a first-generation college student and a triple alumni of West Chester University holding a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology, a Masters of Education in Higher Education Counseling, and a Doctorate of Education in Policy, Planning, and Administration. Dr. Zgleszewski's doctoral research centers around the sense of belonging of lower-income, first-generation college students. As the Director of New Student Programs, she offers strategic vision and oversight of all operations and programs. Dr. Zgleszewski enjoys working alongside the New Student Programs team and Orientation Leaders to welcome and onboard new Golden Rams and their families!
ELLEN DISANTI
Associate Director of New Student Programs
She/Her/Hers
edisanti@wcupa.edu
BIO
Ellen has been with New Student Programs since 2011, serving in her current role as Associate Director since 2021. Her focus is on orientation marketing and communications, orientation registration and attendance, and data reporting for campus partners. Before joining NSP, Ellen worked in the Office of Service Learning & Volunteer Programs (now the CCESI). Prior roles outside the University included serving as the Executive Associate to the CEO of a mid-sized continuing education provider and working as an editorial assistant and copy editor. Ellen earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from West Chester.
JENNIFER RUGGIERO-PATEL
Associate Director of New Student Programs
She/Her/Hers
jruggiero-patel@wcupa.edu
BIO
Jennifer has been serving in the role of Associate Director for New Student Programs since January 2022. In this role she plans logistics for new student orientation as well as supervises undergraduate and graduate staff. Prior to her employment at WCU, Jennifer worked in new student orientation & welcome week programming at La Salle University and Goldey-Beacom College. Jennifer holds a bachelor’s in psychology from Monmouth University and a master’s in education from Rutgers University.
MARIA TURNER
Administrative Assistant
She/Her/Hers
mturner2@wcupa.edu
BIO
Maria has been working with New Student Programs since 2018. She currently serves in the role of Administrative Assistant. Maria has over 30 years of experience in administrative work and is studying to finish her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at WCU. Maria handles all inquiries that come into our office from students, families, staff, and faculty. She manages the budget, purchasing, payroll, and hiring processes for the New Student Programs orientation team. She assists with planning, logistics, orientation registration, reservations, and training of the orientation team and more. She loves animals, including her four cats and 12-year-old Golden Retriever, Zoe. Maria has been married for 23 years to her husband, Kevin, and they have two sons, Ethan, 20, and Ryan, 15. She is from West Chester, loves West Chester, and feels right at home working for WCU.
GRADUATE STAFF
Winter (Winnie) Elvin
Graduate Assistant
BIO
Winter Elvin (Winnie) is a first year graduate student at WCU, studying Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Winnie graduated from WCU with her Bachelor's of Science in Psychology in 2023 and is currently the graduate assistant for New Student Programs. In her undergraduate career at WCU, Winnie worked for Wellness Promotion, Off-Campus and Commuter Services, Sykes Student Union, and New Student Programs. She is passionate about teamwork and leadership, and she enjoys empowering students and making them feel welcome at WCU.
Lindsay Griffiths
Graduate Assistant
BIO
Lindsay Griffiths is a first-year graduate student in the Higher Education Policy and Student Affairs program here at WCU and is one of the graduate assistants for New Student Programs. Lindsay graduated from Millersville University in 2023 with her bachelor's in Educational Studies with a minor in Music. During her undergraduate studies, Lindsay worked in Student Leadership and in the Office of Student Affairs. She was also very involved on campus in Marching band as the twirling captain, in her fraternity Phi Sigma Pi, and in Student Government, where she served as President her senior year! Lindsay is so excited to be joining the NSP team to help students feel a sense of belonging and help them be ready to go on their Higher Education journey at WCU!!
2023 SPANISH LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS
Rachel Beatty
Hometown: West Chester, PA
3rd Year
Major: Languages & Culture: Spanish
Minor: Languages & Culture: Italian
BIO
Rachel Beatty is currently a Sophomore at West Chester University majoring in Spanish
and minoring in Italian. Rachel recently went to study abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina
in Fall 2022, and plans to go back to visit for a few weeks after the Spring semester.
She is involved in Greek life on campus as a sister of Alpha Sigma Alpha, and will
be seen most of the time either in class, at the gym, or just around campus. Some
of her favorite things to do are walking around town, going out with friends, hiking,
and going out dancing.
Rachel Beatty actualmente es una estudiante de segundo año en la Universidad de West
Chester, con un major en el castellano y un minor en el italiano. Rachel recién volvió
al campus después de estudiar de intercambio en Buenos Aires, Argentina el semestre
pasado (otoño 2022), y tiene planes de volver a visitar unas semanitas después de
este semestre. Está involucrada en una hermandad en el campus como una hermana de
Alpha Sigma Alpha, y pasa la mayoría de su tiempo o en clase, o en el gimnasio, o
por cualquier parte del campus. Algunos de sus pasatiempos son: pasear por el pueblo,
salir con sus amigas, hacer caminatas, y salir a bailar.
Calyx Castel
Hometown: Ebensburg, PA
5th Year
Major: Spanish K-12 Teaching Certification
Minors: Anthropology & Linguistics
BIO
Calyx Castel is a fifth-year undergraduate student at West Chester University pursuing a Spanish Languages and Cultures B.A. with a K-12 Teaching Certification. In the 2023 Spring semester, she studied abroad in Valencia, Spain. Calyx is an active member of the WCU Newman Center on campus. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, listening to music, and traveling.
Calyx Castel actualmente es una estudiante de grado del cuarto año en West Chester University. Está cursando un bachiller en artes de las lenguas y las culturas españolas con un certificado docente. En el semestre de primavera de 2023, viajó al extranjero en Valencia (España). Calyx es una socia del Newman Center de WCU. En su tiempo libre, disfruta pasando tiempo con sus amigos y su familia, escuchando música y viajando.
2023 Undergraduate Orientation team
Undergraduate Coordinators
Abby Boquist
Hometown: Harleysville, PA
4th Year
Major: Secondary English Education
Minors: Civic & Professional Leadership and Communication Studies
MORE ABOUT ABBY
My favorite spot on campus:
The Academic Quad!
On campus, I'm involved in:
National Council of Teacher of English
Honors Student Association
The Abbe Society
My advice for new Rams:
Build a routine that works for you! College involves a lot of unstructured time, and
it can be difficult to juggle classes, campus involvement, jobs, friends, family,
and more, all while taking care of your physical and mental well-being. The routine
that works for you might look different from somebody else's, so explore what helps
you best feel in control of your time.
Brianna Joseph
Hometown: Tobyhanna, PA
3rd Year
Major: Psychology
MORE ABOUT BRIANNA
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes Student Union
On campus, I'm involved in:
NAACP Treasurer
Sister's United Treasurer
Poesisâ Programs Coordinator
Black Student Union Treasurer
Resident Assistant
Orientation Undergraduate Coordinator
Vice President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
My advice for new Rams:
Get Involved! College is the time for you to learn and grow. Getting involved on campus
could help you make great connections and figure out your purpose.
Danielle Margarite
Hometown: West Chester, PA
3rd Year
Major: Media & Culture
Minor: Theatre
MORE ABOUT DANIELLE
My favorite spot on campus:
The Fountain
On campus, I'm involved in:
A Moment of Magic
University Theatre
WCU Spirit & Traditions
My advice for new Rams:
Get the most out of college - get involved! Go to random club meetings, find on-campus
jobs and run for exec board positions. Now is the time to explore your possible career
interests and hobbies!
McKenna Nugent
Hometown: Enola, PA
3rd Year
Major: Sports Medicine
Minor: Coaching
MORE ABOUT McKENNA
My favorite spot on campus:
The Library by Starbucks
On campus, I'm involved in:
Exercise is Medicine
Honors College
Honors Student Association
Student Government
Admissions Ambassador
Resident Assistant
Athletic Training Club
My advice for new Rams:
Don't be afraid to step out of the box from time to time. College is about making
new friends and memories that will last a lifetime.
Returning Orientation Leaders
Nathan Castimore
Hometown: South Brunswick, NJ
3rd Year
Major: Communication Studies
MORE ABOUT NATE
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes
On campus, I'm involved in:
The Climbing Team
My advice for new Rams:
Be yourself.
Grace Gilmore
Hometown: Clarks Summit, PA
4th Year
Major: Communication Studies
Minor: Theatre
MORE ABOUT GRACE
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes
On campus, I'm involved in:
Student Activities Council: Vice President for Special Events
Sykes Student Union: Social Media Coordinator
Lambda Pi Eta Communication Honor Society
My advice for new Rams:
Don't be afraid to be yourself! Find your people and find what interests you :)
Cole Mitchell
Hometown: West Chester, PA
3rdYear
Major: Criminal Justice
MORE ABOUT COLE
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes Commuter Lounge
On campus, I'm involved in:
Sykes Building Manager
My advice for new Rams:
Make connections with your professors
Andrew Rubas
Hometown: Warrington, PA
4th Year
Major: Secondary English Education
Minors: Civic & Professional Leadership and Political Science
MORE ABOUT ANDREW
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes Student Union
On campus, I'm involved in:
Student Activities Council President
Sykes Student Union Senior Building Manager
National Council of Teachers of English Vice President
My advice for new Rams:
Get involved! Find where you feel comfortable and happy and stick with it!
New Orientation Leaders
Victoria Balukas
Hometown: Easton, PA
3rd Year
Major: Political Science
MORE ABOUT VICTORIA
My favorite spot on campus:
The Quad
My advice to new Rams:
Don't be afraid to get out of your comfort zone.
Victoria Bokoeva
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
3rd Year
Major: Business Management
MORE ABOUT VICTORIA
My favorite spot on campus:
The Rock Wall
On campus, I'm involved in:
The Rock Climbing Club
My advice to new Rams:
Don't look at anyone else. You're here for you.
Danielle Cabibbo
Hometown: Conshohocken, PA
2nd Year
Major: Middle Grades Preparation
Minor: Mathematics: PK-8 and Civic & Professional Leadership
MORE ABOUT DANIELLE
My favorite spot on campus:
Recitation Hall
On campus, I'm involved in:
Orientation Leader - New Student Programs
Educational Equity Coordinator - Center of Civic Engagement and Social Impact
Honors Student Association
My advice to new Rams:
Trust yourself! You got to this point in your life and you can do anything you put
your mind to!
Danielle Ciliberto
Hometown: Ambler, PA
2nd Year
Major: Political Science
MORE ABOUT DANIELLE
My favorite spot on campus:
Academic Quad
My advice to new Rams:
Don't be afraid to go outside your comfort zone!
Emily Coyne
Hometown: West Chester, PA
3rd Year
Major: Marketing
Minors: Digital Marketing & Art History
MORE ABOUT EMILY
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes Student Union
On campus, I'm involved in:
Student Activities Council
Art History Social
Senior Building Manager, Sykes Student Union
My advice to new Rams:
Keep an open mind about new experiences.
Sidney Godfrey
Hometown: Reading, PA
2nd Year
Major: Middle Grades Preparation with Math focus
MORE ABOUT SIDNEY
My favorite spot on campus:
Saxby's
On campus, I'm involved in:
SPSEA
Marching Band (colorguard)
My advice to new Rams:
Put yourself out there in at least one way, no matter how small.
Natalie Harrison
Hometown: Millville, NJ
2nd Year
Major: Music Education, Voice Concentration
MORE ABOUT NATALIE
My favorite spot on campus:
Swope Music Building
On campus, I'm involved in:
Marching Band
Kappa Kappa Psi
The Suspensions
My advice to new Rams:
Meet new people and make new friends!
Danton Hill
Hometown: Lansdowne, PA
3rd Year
Major: Sociology
MORE ABOUT DANTON
My favorite spot on campus:
The Library
On campus, I'm involved in:
President of Sociology Club
Black Student Union
Men's Rugby Team
My advice to new Rams:
Go to the library to get homework done. It will help you more than you expect.
Seamus Kearney
Hometown: Blue Bell, PA
4th Year
Major: Social Work
MORE ABOUT SEAMUS
My favorite spot on campus:
Chickie & Pete's
On campus, I'm involved in:
Phi Sigma Phi
My advice to new Rams:
Be yourself and also challenge yourself to try new things.
Haley Maher
Hometown: Garnet Valley, PA
2nd Year
Major: Mathematics Secondary Education
MORE ABOUT HALEY
My favorite spot on campus:
SECC
On campus, I'm involved in:
SPSEA
Art Association
My advice to new Rams:
Get involved and talk to each other.
Nick Marino
Hometown: King of Prussia, PA
3rd Year
Major: Physics Secondary Education
MORE ABOUT NICK
My favorite spot on campus:
The Library
On campus, I'm involved in:
RamTHON
Phi Sigma Pi
Friar's Society
Off Campus and Commuter Services
Wellness Promotion
My advice to new Rams:
Get involved and give it your all.
Alyssa McClintock
Hometown: Mechanicsburg, PA
3rd Year
Major: Political Science: Government & Politics
Minors: History and Holocaust Studies
MORE ABOUT ALYSSA
My favorite spot on campus:
Francis Harvey Green Library
On campus, I'm involved in:
Alpha Alpha Alpha
Interlibrary Loan student worker
College Democrats
My advice to new Rams:
Don't be afraid to ask questions or ashamed to ask for help!
Irina Milanese
Hometown: Broadheadsville, PA
3rd Year
Major: Psychology
MORE ABOUT IRINA
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes Student Union
On campus, I'm involved in:
Student worker
My advice to new Rams:
Never be afraid to reach out! It might be hard to put yourself out there at first,
but it gets easier.
Natalie Raynor
Hometown: Quakertown, PA
2nd Year
Major: Early Education
MORE ABOUT NATALIE
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes Student Union
On campus, I'm involved in:
Orientation Leader
My advice to new Rams:
Set high personal and academic standards for yourself, and live up to them.
Zoedikay Riley
3rd Year
Major: Public Health
MORE ABOUT ZOEDIKAY
My favorite spot on campus:
Basketball & volleyball courts
On campus, I'm involved in:
Yoga
Transfer Student Association
Matthew Sabre
Hometown: Norwood, PA
2nd Year
Major: Forensic Chemistry
MORE ABOUT MATTHEW
My favorite spot on campus:
The Quad
On campus, I'm involved in:
The Gaming Club
Women's and Gender Studies Club
Astrology Club
My advice to new Rams:
Get involved and have fun.
Alexis Stakem
Hometown: Mechanicsburg, PA
2nd Year
Major: Social Work
MORE ABOUT ALEXIS
My favorite spot on campus:
Special Collections in the Francis Harvey Green Library. It's on the sixth floor!
On campus, I'm involved in:
Peer Educator at the Center for Women and Gender Equity
Production Manager at WCUR
Treasurer of WCU Sustainable Fashion Club
My advice to new Rams:
Getting involved is daunting on campus, but it's where I have made the best friends
and had incredible experiences. Definitely try to get involved on campus as there
is definitely something for you!
Dani Troia
Hometown: Tobyhanna, PA
2nd Year
Major: English Secondary Education
Minor: Creative Writing
MORE ABOUT DANI
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes 3rd floor
On campus, I'm involved in:
Spirit and Traditions
Creative Writing Club
Daedalus Magazine
My advice to new Rams:
Talk to everyone you can!
Sarah Zeuke
Hometown: Morrisville, PA
3rd Year
Major: Sociology
Minors: Digital Marketing and Sustainability & Resilience
MORE ABOUT SARAH
My favorite spot on campus:
Sykes
On campus, I'm involved in:
Sustainability Council
NAMI on campus
Building Manager for Sykes Student Union
My advice to new Rams:
Put yourself out there! Everyone is new and in the same spot you are, you've got no
reason to be afraid--make new friends, experience new things, and learn a lot.
August Onubogu
2nd Year
Major: Interdisciplinary Studies
MORE ABOUT AUGUST
My favorite spot on campus:
Computer Science Building, aka 25 University Avenue,
My advice to new Rams:
You'll work hardest when you follow your passions!
Kailey Quinn
2nd Year
Major: Marketing
MORE ABOUT KAILEY
My favorite spot on campus:
The Library
My advice to new Rams:
Socialize! Put yourself out there!