Meet our Student Staff

Hi! My name is Juliana, and I am an English Literature and Environmental Studies double major. I grew up in Pennsylvania (home of cheesesteaks, Hershey’s chocolate, and potholes) before migrating to Denison. In addition to this super fun job at the Knowlton Center, I am a consultant at the Writing Center, a creative writing TA, and a fellow for the English Department.

My name is Thao, and I’m a junior majoring in Mathematics and Economics. On campus, I am a student ambassador and alumnus of a non-profit organization called Girls Who Invest. At the Knowlton Center, I work as a peer fellow for both Technology, Data and Science and Financial Services, Consulting and Business career communities where I can use my experience in job/internship recruitment to help other students.

Hi! My name is Aryaman Biyani, and I am a senior majoring in Economics. On campus I am involved with different department and student organizations. To name a few, I serve as a community advisor, board of the international student’s association, and an economics tutor. Lastly, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions about internships or anything else career related!

I am a current senior from Hillsboro, Ohio, with a triple major in theatre, education, and journalism and a minor in communication. I am a department fellow for theatre and education as well as the president of Theta Alpha Phi Theatre Honor Society. I am a cheerleader, a performer for the Sketch’rs Comedy Troupe, and a senator in the Denison Campus Governance Association. After Denison, I would like to teach theatre or elementary education!

My name is Paul Strom and I’m a current junior from Minneapolis, MN studying Economics & Global Commerce with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past summer interning in the Internal Audit department at Nationwide and am looking to go into consulting in the future. In addition to working in the Knowlton Center, I also work in admissions, the global commerce department, and the Red Frame Lab.

Hi, I’m Nhi Le from Hanoi, Vietnam, majoring in Global Commerce and Communication. On campus, I work at the library and serve as a senior fellow for the Communication department. Currently, I am a summer intern at Deloitte, where I am exploring what the world of consulting has to offer. In my free time, I enjoy reading books; currently, I’m rereading the Harry Potter series and have recently finished reading The Kite Runner and Memoirs of a Geisha.

Hi!! My name is Victoria. I’m a Junior Global Health and HESS double major. My family is originally from Port au Prince, Haiti but I was born and raised in Atlanta, GA. I am a CA on campus, a consultant at the writing center and I am a Global Ambassador. I am interested in healthcare, specifically providing better healthcare options for Black women. I want to connect with other students who are also interested in healthcare and share our experiences and I want to help them in any way I can!

I am a junior Biology and German major from Cincinnati, OH. I am on the swim team, a member of Delta Gamma, and Secretary of AED. I am on the pre-health track, thinking about a career in Public Health. Some other things I enjoy include long walks, reading and going to coffee shops.

I am a pre-medicine biochemistry major from San Antonio, Texas! I am a first-generation student and am currently one of the co-presidents of Denison’s First Generation Network. I also am a co-president of Denison Medical Volunteers. I work as a volunteer EMT at Granville Fire and love emergency medicine. I love horses and am involved in the equestrian team on campus where we have lessons weekly and compete in shows. I am obsessed with crime podcasts, specifically CrimeJunkie, and reading. A fun fact about me is that my twin brother and I are dual citizens.

I am junior from Raleigh, North Carolina. My major is Psychology with a Chemistry minor and I want to pursue a career in medicine. On campus, I am a varsity lacrosse goalie, student athletic trainer, biochemistry research assistant, additionally a member of Diversity Inclusion Club and Premed Association. Outside of school, I enjoy paddle boarding, pickle-ball, and cooking.

My name is Morgan Gilmore I am a rising junior and I play golf for Denison. I am from Denver, CO. I keep myself busy with involvement in the Pre-med Association as their president, Big Brother Big Sister, Alpha Epsilon Delta, medical volunteers, and mission 34. I love animals, and have 5 dogs!

Hey y’all – I’m Jonathan. Born and raised Chicagoan – senior studying Communications and Economics. On campus, you might find me at DASU events, FIA events, and gaming in Fellows. My favorite hobbies include social media and volleyball. I just recently studied abroad in Japan and now I’m ready to help out my peers in their careers!

My name is Mila. I have two hometowns, St. Catherine, Jamaica and Columbus, Ohio! I’m a double major in both Anthropology & Sociology and Women’s & Gender Studies. I’m also a member of the Afro-Spice Dance team, an employee at Denison’s Mitchell center, a past June-o advisor and a recent participant of Denison’s off campus study during the spring 23′ semester. My career interests are in community organizing, health access in immigrant populations and the ethics behind biomedical research especially for vulnerable populations. I love dedicating my time to experiencing new foods/ places, interacting with animals and outdoor painting.

Hello all,
My name is Courtney Simmons. My hometown is Chicago and I am a Studio Art Major with a minor in Education. Durning my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends at Slivy’s and spending time in nature. As for my career interests, I am still undecided. A few careers that peak my interests are teaching art, children’s illustration, and art therapy. One fun fact about me is that I have gotten good at simple nail art and gel extensions.

Hello! I’m Virginia, and I am a senior Global Commerce and French major from Birmingham, AL. On campus, I work as a French tutor and TA and am also a member of the Women in Business club.

I’m a Data Analytics major with a Psychology domain, from Columbia, MD. I’m also on Denison’s club Ultimate Frisbee team! I just wrapped up a summer as an IBM intern, and I’m really excited to see what opportunities are out there in the professional data science world and potentially attend some conferences to learn more about what different career paths are open to me. My dream job would be something in analytics for theme parks – I think they’re really cool and I love roller coasters.

Hey there, I’m Ethan!

I come from the bustling city of New York, where I was born and raised in a close-knit West Indian household with my wonderful parents and sister. Growing up, my father always emphasized the value of hard work and giving my best in everything I do, a principle that has stuck with me through every aspect of my life.

I pursued my passion for technology and problem-solving at Denison University, majoring in Computer Science. I’ve always been fascinated by the potential of software engineering to make a positive impact on society, and my ultimate goal is to create or contribute to an application that betters the world. Steve Jobs’ famous quote, “The people who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world are the ones who do,” truly resonates with me and serves as my guiding mantra.

On campus, I’ve been actively involved in various activities. I’ve taken on leadership roles, finding joy in motivating and inspiring others to achieve their best. Besides academics, I also enjoy exploring diverse subjects and continuously learning to improve myself in every way.

If I were to describe my superpower, it would be my ability to tackle tasks efficiently while maintaining a passion for continuous learning. This drive to constantly improve applies to every aspect of my life, whether it’s mastering new programming languages, embracing new challenges, or simply enjoying life’s adventures.

I am a financial economics major from Hanover, NH with career interest in alternative investments. On campus, I’m a member of the cross country and track & field teams as well as a brother of Denison’s Phi Kappa Psi chapter. In my free time, I enjoy skiing, hiking, and playing chess (although I’m not great).

Jakob Lucas is a senior from Waxhaw, NC majoring in Communication and Politics & Public Affairs. He is a co-coordinator of DU Votes as well as a member of DCGA. After graduation he hopes to pursue a career in the public sector or government relations. In his free time he enjoys watching sports and golfing with friends.

Welcome to The Austin E. Knowlton Center for Career Exploration!
My name is Hung Tran and I’m a senior at Denison University, double majoring in Data Analytics & Global Commerce. I’m originally from Hanoi, Vietnam but I’ve been living in several places in the U.S for almost 3 years. Beside working as one of the Knowlton peer career coaches, I’m also working as a Community Advisor in Silverstein Resident Hall, with the mission to create an inclusive environment within senior apartment space. A fun fact about me, I love traveling and one of the most gorgeous places I have ever been to is Hallstatt village, Austria. As one of the Knowlton career coaching folx, I hope to bring more Denisonians closer to the data science/fintech industries and build stronger connections with the Denison Alumni Community. From my perspective, these fields have been growing vastly with numerous potential job opportunities for future development. Therefore, I believe with the talents that my Denison fellows have, we can set off our career journeys together.

Hello, I’m Keryane Adje-Akosah, a senior from Boston, Massachusetts. I am currently pursuing a degree in Communication with a minor in Educational Studies here at Denison University. On campus, I’m actively involved with NPHC, BSU, Mitchell Athletic Center, Sisters In Dialogue, and a proud member of The Impekkable Pi Kappa Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. As an extension of the Knowlton Center, I am excited to contribute my skills and experiences as a valuable resource for assistance and guidance. Fun fact: I am a very proud Ghanaian!

Hi! My name is Ava and I’m a senior from Columbus, Ohio. I am a Communications major with a minor in Psychology and I am also a member of Delta Gamma. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends, cooking, traveling, and being active outside! I am excited to work with the Knowlton Center as a Peer Coach as well as a Peer Fellow for the Marketing, Sales and Communication department!

Hey, I’m Ryan Dawson from Cincinnati, Ohio. I’m a Computer Science student at Denison University, set to graduate in May 2025. On campus, I’m immersed in coding with languages like C/C++, Python, Java, and more. I’ve even had the incredible opportunity to intern at NASA, where I contributed to a groundbreaking robotic mission to explore Ceres. My knack for collaboration shines through projects with Bloomberg, creating a web-based portfolio app and an Intelligent Satellite Data Analysis system using Python and machine learning. Currently, I’m an intern at Kroger – 84.51°, enhancing software systems. Beyond code I’m excited to see where my tech journey takes me!

Hello, my name is Adonte Mays. I am from Columbus, Ohio! I am currently studying Computer Science and Cinema and am very interested in becoming a software engineer after college. At the moment I am the Vice President of the Black Student Union and enjoy playing basketball!

Hi, my name is Disha and I am from Chennai, India. I am a sophomore majoring in Psychology and Communication. I am also the PR Chair for the Denison International Student Association (DISA). In my free time, I enjoy reading (and re-reading), going for walks and video-calling with my family back home!

I am from North Andover, Massachusetts and on the varsity fencing team. I am a biology major and English literature minor.

Hi, my name is CJ Monteiro and I am from Southport, CT. I am a huge Toronto Maple Leafs fan who hasn’t missed a game in five years and enjoy golfing in my free time.