Current TOUR Academic Coaches
Janelly Andrade-Gonzales
Coach
Hello, My name is Janelly Andrade-Gonzales I am a junior from Los Angeles, CA. I am majoring in American Sign Language, Business as well as being part of the Dual Degree Nursing program. Outside of academics I work in the admissions office as a meridian (tour guide). I love to play board games and go for walks. Not only that but I love to draw, cook, and bake. I am very excited to be a part of the TOUR Program.
Ella French
Coach
Hi! My name is Ella French, I am from ÂÒÂ×Ç¿¼é and a junior double majoring in Health Behavior and Society and American Sign Language. I am currently in the GRADE program through the Warner School of Education on the path to pursuing a master’s in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have had experience as a teaching assistant and substitute teacher for a special education classroom, volunteer experience at the Autism Center, and more! Outside of the classroom, I love hanging out with friends, going for walks, and listening to music. I am super excited to be a part of the TOUR program!
Iván Cea Gómez
Coach
Hi! My name is Iván Cea Gómez. I finished the first year of my degree in Business and Film and Media Studies. I am also very interested in learning languages. My native tongue is Spanish and I am taking a French course too. Aside from academics, I am on the board of the Film Council, and I am looking forward to creating a Mexican association on campus.
I enjoy exploring myself through two main passions, nature and society. I am a big fan of outdoor programs, which even encouraged me to climb the highest mountain in Africa while living in Tanzania. Moreover, I am excited to contribute to my local community, as I see it also as a rewarding opportunity to learn as well. Very happy to be part of the TOUR program this year!
Jordyn Kowalkowski
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Coach
Hello! My name is Jordyn and I am currently a senior majoring in Psychology with a double minor in Business and Brain and Cognitive Science. Outside of the classroom, I am a part of the varsity women's soccer team and the Special Olympics Club. I am also a research intern for Project THRIVE at the Mt. Hope Family Center. I really enjoy volunteering with youth, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family. I can't wait for this year with the TOUR program!Varsha Ramesh
Coach
Hello! My name is Varsha Ramesh and I am a senior majoring in Neuroscience and Psychology with a minor in Health Policy, and a cluster in Hinduism. Outside of the classroom, I’m a member of Globemed on the Partnerships committee, a research assistant in Young Lab, a Friends of Strong volunteer, and the secretary for ÂÒÂ×Ç¿¼é Rangoli and HSA. I absolutely love singing, dancing, swimming, and exploring new hobbies! I am so excited to be part of the TOUR program this year!
Hannah Rickert
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Coach
Hi! My name is Hannah Rickert and I am a senior majoring in biomedical engineering with a minor in cognitive psychology and I am part of the GEAR (Graduate Engineering at ÂÒÂ×Ç¿¼é) program! I currently hold positions as president for both Engineers Without Borders and Society of Women Engineers, and I also play club field hockey, work as an admissions + engineering tour guide, TA for an intro BME course, and am an active member in Biomedical Engineering Society. I additionally hold a position on the SWE National curriculum committee where we are currently working on spreading the word about a Neuro-inclusion Training available to all SWE national members!
I am in the Medallion and Grand Challenge Scholars Programs here on campus and conduct cognitive neuroscience research over at the Center for Advanced Brain Imaging and Neurosurgery (URMC CABIN)! Aside from education, my two primary passions are nature and baking. I am from a small coastal town in Maine, so I had close proximity to the mountains, the ocean, and lakes. I have worked at a bakery & restaurant in my hometown for the past five years and love every second of the fast-paced environment and not to mention, the 30 quart Hobart mixer I've gotten to use to make cookie dough! In the past, I have worked as a classroom aide/ teacher for students ranging from kindergarten to high school, and I am excited to be directly assisting in students' learning again!
Katie Westerheim
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Coach
Hi! My name is Katie Westerheim and I am a junior majoring in Political Science and Economics. I am a part of the Varsity Volleyball team here at ÂÒÂ×Ç¿¼é and I am also a co-president of the Special Olympics Club. In my free time I love to read, draw, and hangout with my friends. I am super excited to be part of the TOUR team this year!