UCC Staff
View our staff members' professional service.
View our staff organizational chart (pdf).
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Kim Beeler: Assistant Director |
As an assistant director and career coach, I empower students and give them tools to successfully meet and exceed their career goals. Whether I am preparing students for mock interviews, resume revisions, finding an internship or simply exploring career pathways, I meet students where they are and help them explore meaningful and happy careers. Read more. |
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Megan Bruey: Career Center Specialist |
Hi! I’m Megan . I work at the University Career Center as a Career Center Specialist, and I help students connect to the resources our office offers such as appointments with career coaches and the P.H.O.G. Read more. |
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Allyson Brunner: Career Center Specialist |
As a Career Center Specialist,I get to be the first contact for anyone coming into the UCC. I greet students, manage career coach calendars, and answer phone calls and emails. I also get to help give students feedback on their resumes. Read more. |
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Rachel Davis: Assistant Director |
In my role as Assistant Director of Experiential Learning and Certificates at the University Career Center, I work with students to support them in the journey from college to career by helping them test out their interests beyond the classroom setting. Read more. |
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Millinda Fowles: Associate Director |
Hi, I’m Millinda. I’m the Associate Director of Integrated Marketing & Data Analytics at the University Career Center. That's the long way of saying I manage all marketing strategies, promotional campaigns, and assessment efforts at the UCC. I have the pleasure of working with a team of marketing interns who provide me with talent, skills, and fresh ideas.Read more. |
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David Gaston: AVP, Undergraduate Studies & Executive Director, UCC adgaston@ku.edu |
In my work I may need to be a psychologist, a labor economist, a retailer, a sales person, a management consultant, a politician, an academic, a marketer, a futurist, an entrepreneur as well as many other things. My mission is to assist college students in their efforts to lead more meaningful, purposeful lives. Read more. |
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Bhroovi Gupta: Graphic Design Intern |
Hey! I'm Bhroovi and I am a Graphic Design intern at the University Career Center. I produce print and digital projects aimed at supporting events and resources for the students of KU broadcasted across campus and on social media. Read more. |
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Joe Cox: Career Coach |
Hello, I'm Joe! I am a Graduate Student at the University of Kansas studying Counseling Psychology. I am a very caring and passionate person. These strengths have led me to the field of Counseling Psychology, and presently, to the University Career Center. Read more. |
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Ann Hartley: Associate Director |
I develop relationships with employers, manage career fairs and find ways to link up employers and students. I collaborate with other KU departments on programs and events and supervise a wonderful and very creative group of career network team members. Read more. |
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Haley Harwood: Career Coach |
Hey there, I’m Haley! I’m a Graduate Assistant Career Coach at KU. I'm originally from Lawrence, but moved to Texas for school and then work for about 7 years. I love being back in Lawrence as a grad student in Higher Education Administration. I love meeting with students to explore their interests and strengths and work with them on how to utilize those things while working towards their career goals. Read more. |
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Melissa Johnson: Assistant Director |
I try to find the joy in everything I do and as an Online Instructor for the University Career Center, that’s not hard to achieve. I have the opportunity to help KU students, near and far, realize their academic and career goals through our online career management (LA&S 475 / LA&S 485) and internship (LA&S 490) courses. Read more. |
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Sarah Kovalesky: Career Coach |
I believe everyone has a unique story that is worth sharing, detailed with promise, passion and strengths. At the University Career Center I get to meet one-on-one with students to explore their passions and strengths to help them get to where they want to be!! Read more. |
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Ellen Lind: Career Coordinator |
Every office needs someone to help things run smoothly - as a Career Coordinator at the University Career Center, that's my job. I serve as record-keeper, organizer, and problem-solver. I love the incredibly varied nature of my work, as well as being part of such a great team. Read more. |
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Catherine McCurley: YES Program Coordinator |
Howdy, I’m Catherine and I run the Youth Education Services Tutoring program. Every semester I hire KU students to tutor children at the public schools around Lawrence. When I'm not in school or at the office, I'm watching KU basketball and football games at the world famous Bullwinkle's Bar. Read more. |
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Marshall Miller: Event Coordinator |
Hey! I'm the Event Coordinator at the University Career Center. What's that mean? I'm responsible for putting on great events that will hopefully allow students to find their passion (and even a job!). In this role I partner with employers and entities on campus to create and tailor events to help students navigate their college experience and set them up for success upon graduation. Read more. |
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Shysta Pandey: Graphic Design Intern |
I'm a Visual Communication Design student at the University of Kansas and a Graphic Design Intern at the University Career Center. I love colors that remind me of sunsets and the sea, art history, period dramas, open-water diving, dogs and anything with rice in it (except Rice Krispie Treats). Read more. |
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Anne Palmer: Assistant Director |
As your coach, I serve as your creative partner. I believe that you are already equipped with the answers, and it’s my job to help you uncover them. In my role as a pre-health career coach, I also serve as a resource. Together, we explore programs and careers in health fields, prepare for the application process, and work towards becoming a competitive applicant.Read more. |
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Scott Ploharz: Career Coach |
Hey, I’m Scott. I’m a psychologist living in Lawrence, Kansas. I am a fan of DIY, baseball, and sports. I’m also interested in education and outdoors. Read more. |
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Harry Pound: Video/Photography Intern |
Hi, I’m Harry. I’m a photo/video intern at the University Career Center. I serve as a photographer for the UCC but also do videography projects for the marketing team. In short, I get to have a lot of fun working here! Read more. |
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Natalia Plotnikov: Assistant Director |
I really enjoy helping students pursue their passions and gain meaningful experiences. I look forward to partnering with you as you explore career paths, and navigate the job search process. Please come see me to discuss choosing a major, finding an internship, applying for jobs, and networking. Read more. |
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Trey Ramm: Film & Media Intern |
Hello! I'm Trey Ramm, a videographer in the marketing department at the University of Kansas Career Center. I love creating videos that grab someone's attention and help get our message out and into the world. I also help with graphic design and photos to display our message and show people who we are. Read more. |
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Roy Ricaldi: Marketing Intern |
Hello! I’m Roy, a Management and International Studies undergraduate student with a Marketing Internship at The University Career Center. I am the youngest in the office, quiet, but full of energy and constantly trying to come up with fresh ideas. I am passionate about travel and social media. My college experience has been enriched by studying abroad and I like encouraging my peers to do the same. Read more. |
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Lauren Runquist: Marketing Intern |
Hey there! My name is Lauren, and I'm a student and social media manager currently living in Lawrence, Kansas. I'm currently studying Film Media and Political Science at the University of Kansas. Read more. |
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Wendy Shoemaker: Senior Associate Director |
I supervise the career education team, a group of dedicated professionals devoted to the success of KU students. I conduct research, train new career counselors, and teach, often internationally. Embracing "happy accidents" has opened doors for me to work in Africa, Europe and the UK and inspired me to create the course, "Preparing for International Careers", a course designed to help students understand the international nature of the world of work. Read more. |
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Anneliese Wilmsen: Career Center Specialist |
Hi! I'm Anneliese. I'm a Career Center Specialist at the University Career Center. I am the center's first point of contact and connect visitors to our office resources promptly and with a smile. Some of my duties include scheduling appointments, managing the calendars of the career coaches, answering the phone at the front desk, and answering any questions visitors may have. Read more. |
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Erin Wolfram: Associate Director |
As the Associate Director of Career Technologies and Online Education at the University Career Center I manage our technology; designed, developed, and manage our website; and supervise the instructors of our online career development courses and our Career Advancement Program manager. I also co-supervise our fabulous Career Center Specialists. Read more. |
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Cue Wright: Communications Assistant |
What’s up, I’m Cue. I’m a hip-hop artist living in Lawrence, Kansas. I currently work the University Career Center (UCC) coordinating social media content and assisting with marketing campaigns. Read more. |
