Meet the Staff
Orientation Director

Collette Cummings
Associate Dean of Students

Orientation Director

Billy Ratz
Development Officer
Alumni/Parent Programs

Orientation Director

Niki Femmer
Assistant Director
Multicultural Center & International Student Affairs

Orientation Coordinator

Name: Kaitlyn Paradis
Nickname: KJ
Hometown: Mascoutah, Ill.
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Age: 21
Major(s): Film Production and History
Minor: Business
Advice for new students: “Seize the Day” it’s time for you to shine and work hard to pave the way to your future.

Orientation Coordinator

Name: Crystal Lewis
Hometown: Grand Haven, Mich.
Zodiac Sign: Leo/Lion
Age:20
Major (s): Studio Art and Human Resource Management
Advice for new students: Every day is a new day there are always new opportunity coming your way so “seize the day”

Orientation Leader

Name: Bradley Ray Schumacher
Nickname: Brad
Hometown: Altamont, Ill.
Zodiac Sign: Ox
Major: Media Communications
Minor: Audio Production
Age: 23
Advice for new students: Be active in at least a couple clubs on campus
Off-campus hangout: the Lemp Neighborhood Arts Center
Clubs: Audio Engineering Society, Audio Construction Club, The Galaxy

Name: Jacob Gossage
Nickname: Goose
Hometown: Barnhart, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Major: Public Relations, with a non-official emphasis on Sports
Administration
Age: 21
Favorite thing about Webster: The professors' attitude towards teaching. At Webster I don't feel forced to learn, I feel as though I am allowed to learn. The instructors help to build this great atmosphere. As the great Bill Sharpe once told me, "At Webster, we don't teach students, we train future coworkers." That phrase really sums up the Webster atmosphere to me.
Club: Public Relations Student Society of America, Webster Tennis, Webster Un-athletics, International Special Events Society

Orientation Leader

Name: Miranda Donley
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Major: Interactive Digital Media
Minor: Dance (Ballet)
Age: 20
Advice for new students: Meet as many different people as you can and learn as much as you can, from your teachers, about yourself, and from other students.
Off-campus hangout: I like to hang out at the movies, the mall, or at home with my family.
Clubs: Dance club

Orientation Leader

Name: Stephanie DeHart
Nickname: Steph
Hometown: St. Louis Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Majors: Political Science and International Studies
Age: 19
Favorite thing about Webster: I love that Webster is a small university. Although it is small, there are so many activities that you may get involved with and so many people that you have the opportunity to meet. All of the students and professors at Webster are extremely friendly.
Off-campus hangout: Coffee Cartel and the Loop
Clubs: Pathways Learning Community Peer Mentor and Amnesty International

Orientation Leader
Orientation Leader

Name: Evan Murray
Hometown: Lenexa, Kan.
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Major: Audio Production
Age: 20
Favorite thing about Webster: I like that Webster is a small school. I can’t turn the corner without running into several friends so it’s never a dull day. Plus the class sizes are really nice because you can get the attention you need in class.
Off-campus hangout: I enjoy finding different things to do in STL which is something I highly recommend.
Clubs: Delta upsilon, WU Crew, Chainlink Improv Theatre

Orientation Leader

Name: Caitlin Morse
Hometown: St. Charles, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Major: English
Minors: Music and Japanese
Age: 19
Advice for new students: To come to school with an open heart, be yourself and see where it takes you.
Off-campus hangout: Blackburn Park, Starbuck and Church
Clubs: Webster Symphony and WebsterLEADS

Orientation Leader

Name: Daniella Andrea Olivares
Hometown: San Salvador, El Salvador
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Major: International Relations
Certificate: Human Rights
Age: 21
Advice for new students: Enjoy College! The four years will pass by very quickly, so get the best out of it. Join clubs and organizations, make new friends, participate in activities, and get good grades, that is the right formula to enjoying college and to get the best out of your years at Webster.
On-campus Hangout: UC, the Clubhouse
Clubs: SGA, Latin American Student Organization, ONE Webster

Orientation Leader

Name: Nicholas Christopher Dunne
Nickname: Nick
Hometown: Sullivan, Mo.
Sign: Aquarius
Major: Public Relations
Age: 19
Favorite thing about Webster: I love the diversity on campus. It shows that everybody is different, but can still all come together for the betterment of themselves in a peaceful, accepting college environment.
Off-campus hangouts: Coffee Cartel, South City Diner on Grand Blvd., Bailey's Chocolate Bar in the Central West End.
Clubs: SGA School of Communications Senator, RHA Vice President, LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning) Alliance President, Danceline member

Orientation Leader

Full name: Emily Ann Stucky
Nickname: Em
Hometown: DeSoto, Mo.
Zodiac: Cancer
Major: Biology
Minor: Math
Age: 20
Advice for new students: Try not to let the freedom get to your head, eat good food, get good nights of sleep, and most importantly, learn as much as you can in and out of the classroom.
Off-campus hangout: Forest park, you can run, go to the zoo or art museum, or just sit and read which is always relaxing!
Clubs: Aquatics Club and Supervisor of the Fitness Center

Orientation Leader

Name: Lauren F. Flecke
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac sign: Aries
Major: Secondary Education
Minor: Biological Science
Certificate: Secondary Science Education
Age: 20
Advice for new students: Say hello to everyone! Make conversation on the awkward elevator ride, be fearless! Explore the campus and get to know as many people you can. Webster is a beautiful piece of heaven, and the people in it make the college experience so much better.
On-campus hangout: The fourth floor of the library! There's a bunch of small study room as well as tons of comfy chairs that face outward to the campus. The view is awesome, and it's a great place to roam around and chill. Oh, studying is nice to do up there too. And you can plug in your laptop and get free wireless!
Clubs: the Student Education Association (SEA), LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning)

Orientation Leader

Name: Andrew Kohnen
Nickname: Andy
Hometown: Florissant, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Major: Video Production
Minor: Religious Studies
Age: 19
Favorite thing about Webster: Is the student body. It sounds cliché, but the students at Webster have made me feel more accepted than anywhere else I've ever been.
Off-campus hangout: Chinese restaurants, Coffee Cartel, the Loop, the City Museum, and the Bluebird.
Clubs: First Fridays and RHA

Orientation Leader

Name: Danielle Sade Morgan
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Major: Psychology
Favorite thing about Webster: Is the diversity... everybody gets along and comes together no matter our race/culture
On-campus hangout: Multicultural Center
Clubs: Association of African American Collegians, Sister Circle, and I am a Webster Cheerleader!

Orientation Leader

Name: Frank Hartfield Jr.
Nickname: Frankie
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Major: Speech Communications
Minor: Sociology
Age: 19
Advice for new students: Your experience in college is what you make of it. Make lots of friends; get involved on campus, GO TO CLASS!! If you do all of that, I'll promise you will love Webster. Besides there is nothing else like it!
On-campus hangouts: Chilling in the Multicultural Center.
Clubs: I eat and breathe MCISA (Multicultural Center International Student Affairs)

Orientation Leader

Name: Anthony Christopher Hagan
Hometown: Monroe City, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Major: Fashion Journalism
Minor: Music and General Science
Age: 21
Favorite thing about Webster: Is the fact that I can walk around campus and run into at least seven people that I can call my friends. I also would never have been able to create my own major in fashion journalism without the help of a cool program and very special individuals at Webster.
On-campus hangout: Ampersand office
Clubs: Editor of The Ampersand and active in Webster Opera Studio.

Orientation Leader

Name: Andrew Noles
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Major: Video Production
Minors: Media Communications and Multicultural Studies
Age: 21
Advice for new students: Don’t take anything for granted—things can fall apart or come together in a single day. Do your school work, but don’t forget to take time for yourself. College is about the experience, and the experience is what you make of it. You’re an adult now- be as respectful as you can of others, even when they disrespect you. Remember that honesty is the best policy, and try to be the bigger person when faced with conflict… it’s hard, but not impossible. So check your –ism’s at the door and get ready for the ride of your life.
Off-campus hangouts: Coffee Cartel, Old Orchard
Clubs: WebsterLEADS

Orientation Leader

Name: Krystal Michelle Walters
Hometown: Troy, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Major: Choral Music Education
Age: 19
Advice for new students: Don't shut yourself out!!! It is SO tempting to hole yourself up in your dorm room and spend 4 hours straight on Facebook sending out pieces of flair. But don't give in! Take advantage of your newfound independence! Don't be afraid to step outside your box. Be involved in at least one thing. Make friends with people who don't share your major. Take advantage of the amazing backdrop that Webster has—there is SO much to do in the city of St. Louis!! Explore it all!!!
Off-campus hangout: Club 1014
Clubs: Webster Opera Studio

Orientation Leader

Name: Danielle Raye Ingenthron
Hometown: Imperial, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Major: Political Science with an emphasis in Public Law
Age: 18
Favorite thing about Webster: I can not pick one favorite thing about Webster. I LOVE my school. SO I'll name a few of my favorite things. I LOVE the atmosphere here, everyone is friendly and comfortable, and the people here become more like your family than just kids you go to school with. I also love what the school has done for me, I have grown so much since coming here. I have taken the chance to experience new things an have a good time. One other thing I really like is the amount of activities available to students. There is always something going on and it makes it really easy for everyone to feel involved.
Off-campus hangout: Wild Country, movie theaters, the City Museum, The Magic House

Orientation Leader

Name: Emily Marie Schmich
Hometown: Washington, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Major: History
Minor: Journalism
Age: 19
Advice for new students: Be open to new people and experiences. Don’t let your past hold you back. Get involved and meet as many people as you can!
On-campus hangouts: The Halls and Library
Clubs: CAC, RHA, Forensics and Debate Team, and WebsterLEADS.

Orientation Leader

Name: Anthony Butler
Hometown: Mundelein, Ill.
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Major: Jazz Studies; Jazz Performance
Age: 19
Favorite thing about Webster: I love that everywhere you go you see someone you know and if you don’t you’ll end up meeting someone.
On-campus hangout: music building
Clubs: SGA

Orientation Leader

Name: Quintenilla M. Merriweather
Hometown: O'Fallon Ill.
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Minors: Communication and Political Science
Age: 19
Advice to new students: To have fun the first year, explore what Webster has to offer.
On-Campus Hangout: University Center
Clubs: The Galaxy, GTV, Chainlink Improv

Orientation Leader

Full name: Edana Jean Dillard
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Major: Journalism
Age: 20
Advice: Don't care about who/what you were in high school, care about who/what you are becoming. Come into college with an open mind because you are probably going to meet a lot of new, different, and exciting people.
On-campus hangouts: You will always find me relaxing at the music quad. It's my favorite place to be on campus, especially when the weather is nice. It's a wonderful place to chill out, catch up on homework, and socialize.
Clubs: Amnesty International, LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning) Alliance, Counseling Peer Educator, On-campus Fire Marshall, Student Alumni Association, Robot Club, live for a cure 2007, and Sister Circle.

Orientation Leader

Name: Mario Santander
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Major: Business Administration
Minor: Studio Art
Age: 21
My advice for students: Get involved with as many activities and organizations from Webster as possible. Pick things that will better not only your person but also your future career aspirations. Try to get a work study position relating to your department of study or your personal interests, the same goes for student organizations and clubs; and if there's nothing that fills your interests than talk with our Student Government and start your own club or student organization. It's that easy ...
Off-campus hangouts: South City, "Lil' Mexico" restaurants, galleries, cafes ...
Clubs: Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE), Latin American Student Association (LASO), Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU), WebsterLEADS, and Student Government Association (SGA).

Orientation Leader

Name: Sean Hunt
Hometown: McDonald County, Mo,
Major: Film Production
Age:21
Favorite thing about Webster: The diversity and the great teachers on campus.
On-campus hangout: East or West Hall, and WVA Club House.

Orientation Leader

Name: Vanessa L. Curran
Hometown: Chesterfield, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Major: Psychology
Minor: Chemistry
Age: 21
Favorite thing about Webster: is our study abroad program (I spent a semester in Geneva, Switzerland - Fall 2007)
On campus hangout: The library (I know its sounds lame but it's so beautiful in there!)
Clubs: Behavioral and Social Sciences club, Biological Sciences, ONE Webster

Orientation Leader

Name: Rebecca Gunn
Nickname: Becca
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Major: Psychology
Minor: Philosophy
Age: 21
Advice for new students: Check out Webster’s study abroad program and choose one destination you could study at. Bring a friend, travel and experience living in a different culture it’s one of the best opportunities Webster offers.
Off-campus hangouts: Serendipity
Clubs: Philosophy clubs

Orientation Leader

Name: Tyler Vitale
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Major: Video Production
Certificate: Entrepreneurship
Age: 21
Advice for new students: Remember that you are no longer in high school nor at your parent’s house.
Off-campus hangout: the Natural Fact Deli or Catalina Ave.
Clubs: Galaxy radio, socceroos, video/film society and chainlink improv.

Orientation Leader

Name: Samuel Alan Mosley
Nickname: Sam
Hometown: Holts Summit, Mo.
Zodiac sign: Leo
Major: Interactive Digital Media
Age: 19
Favorite thing about Webster: My favorite thing about Webster would have to be the faculty and staff, there's a lot of crazy characters who will do whatever they can to encourage your interests and promote your knowledge. My other favorite thing about Webster is the freedom that Webster gives you to control your own education.
On-campus hangout: the lounge behind West Hall front desk, and Eden Field (for Ultimate!)
Clubs: Gorlok Ultimate!, AES (audio engineering society), SIGGRAPH, WebsterLEADS.

Orientation Leader

Name: Tyler Fitzpatrick
Nickname: Fitz
Hometown: Washington, Mo.
Zodiac sign: Gemini
Major: broadcast journalism
Minor: advertising/marketing
Age: 20

Orientation Leader

Name: Emily Kate Kothe
Hometown: Palmyra, Mo.
Zodiac sign: Aries
Major: International Human Rights and English-Creative Writing
Certificate: Leadership
Age: 21
My advice to new students: take every advantage to travel and study abroad that you can, including fall and spring breaks, short and long term study abroad, ANYTHING. Just travel. You will learn and grow more than you can imagine.
On campus hang out is the second floor of the Cyber Cafe (I've had many, many late nights there).
Clubs: Residential Housing Associating Representative and National Communications Coordinator; Resident Advisor; ONE; Amnesty International; Webster Leads; Campus Crusade for Christ; Orientation Leader; volunteer to New Orleans and for Webster Works Worldwide.

Orientation Leader

Full: Kelley Elizabeth Kasten
Nickname: Kellbell
Hometown: Jackson, Mo.
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Major: Elementary Education
Age: 19
Favorite thing about Webster: I adore how small the classes are. I love how my teachers know my name and offer me their cell phone numbers for extra help.
Off campus hangout is my friend Brian’s apartment. He and his roommate John have stellar Mariocart parties. It’s an awesome idea to make friends who live off campus as well so you have a home away from home.
Clubs: I am Treasurer of the Residential Housing Association, Treasurer of the Student Education Association, and I went to New Orleans over Fall Break with Habitat for Humanity.