Karladora R. Chavez, Coordinator of Pre-College Summer Programs

As Coordinator, Karladora develops, implements, and maintains the daily functions of the program. She is originally from Arizona, and moved to Chicago in 2005 to earn her M.Ed in Higher Education from Loyola University Chicago, specializing in Student Affairs. 

Karladora's previous youth-oriented summer career includes positions with Suffolk University's Summer Institutes, the Institute for the Academic Advancement of Youth program (specifically the Center for the Talented Youth programs at Johns Hopkins University, Stanford University, and Mount Holyoke College), and Arizona State University's Summer Bridge Program.

As a member of Loyola’s Office of First Year Experience, she is helping to expand upon the academic, residential, and social foundations for Loyola’s Summer Scholars program. 

Home Institution:
Bowling Green
State University

Kristen Anthony, Summer Resident Coordinator

Kristen is originally from Tinley Park, IL and has lived near Chicago almost her entire life. Currently, she is a graduate student at Bowling Green State University working towards her Master's degree in College Student Personnel. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Organizational Communication and Spanish in May 2012 from Bradley University in Peoria, IL.

Kristen has previously worked with Fraternity and Sorority Life, Study Abroad, and Student Leadership programming. She currently works in Career Services at Bowling Green State University. She hopes to work in higher education with student programming upon completing her degree.

Kristen is extremely excited to be working with the Summer Scholars program and is looking forward to meeting everyone this summer! Fun Fact: I love Spanish music and know all of the words to every Enrique Iglesias song in Spanish!

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Home Institution:
University of Georgia

Alex Lange, Summer Resident Coordinator

Alex is returning for his 3rd year working for the Summer Scholars program and his first summer as Summer Resident Coordinator! He is originally from sunny Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Alex is currently a student at the University of Georgia, working on his Master's Degree in College Student Affairs Administration. He earned his Bachelor's in Liberal Arts and Sciences in May 2012 from the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College at Florida Atlantic University in Jupiter, FL.

Alex has worked in Campus Activities, Student Government, and Homecoming. He currently works with the University of Georgia Alumni Association in Athens, GA. He hopes to enter work in Multicultural Affairs, Student Conduct, and Student Leadership Development following graduation from his Master's program.

Alex loves the Summer Scholars program and is excited to co-manage the program this summer. Meeting students from across the country and helping them while they are in his program is his favorite part. Fun Fact: I love to cook and have a degree in Culinary and Pastry Arts.

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Home Institution:
University of Arkansas

Sadaf Anet, Summer Resident Assistant

I am a senior at the University of Arkansas, majoring in Criminal Justice and Sociology with a minor in Legal Studies. I will be completing my undergraduate studies in May 2013 then plan to enter the University of Arkansas' graduate program to study Sociology; my goal is to work in Student Affairs. I am from the great state of Texas; this will be my first year working with Summer Scholars, and I am extremely excited to work with the staff and incoming students.

I am involved in different departments at the UofA. I have been a resident assistant for the past 3 years; my first two years I worked with all girls and this year I have both girls and guys. I am also a Student Ambassador for the Office of Admissions and advisor for the Hall Senate of our residence halls. Most importantly, I am a passionate member of the All University Conduct Board. Aside from school work, I love painting, crafting and trying new things! I look forward to meeting all of the Summer Scholars!

Home Institution:
Oregon Institute of Technology

Sarah Courier, Summer Resident Assistant

I was born and raised in Medford, Oregon. I am currently a junior at Oregon Institute of Technology and is pursuing a Bachelors of Science Degree in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Human Interactions. In addition, I am earning minors in both psychology and business. Upon graduating, I intend to further my education by receiving a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration. My dream job is to one day serve a university as their Director of Housing and Residence Life.

I am currently serving my second year as a Resident Advisor. My favorite part of the job includes interacting with residents and providing assistance when needed. I have a strong will and desire for helping others.

In my free time, I love to volunteer and stay active. This last year, I volunteered with the Children’s Miracle Network and The Make a Wish Foundation. I loved to be involved in sports, particularly figure skating, volleyball, and running. I also enjoy watching baseball, hockey, and basketball. Whenever given the chance, I love to be outdoors enjoying and experiencing God’s amazing creations.

I am extremely blessed to be given the opportunity to join Loyola University and to become a part of the Summer Scholars Program. I cannot wait to meet my fellow staff members and start training for the new student scholars.

Home Institution:
Loyola University Chicago

Jesse Jimenez, Summer Resident Assistant

Hi! I am currently in my second year at Loyola University Chicago and am originally from Rockford, Illinois.  I am pursuing a degree in Marketing and Business Management with a minor in dance.  I am involved in the club tennis team, residence hall association, as well as a brother of Delta Sigma Pi, a co-ed business professional fraternity.  In addition, I am a part of Loyola’s South Asian Student Alliance where I dance on the SASA hip hop team as well as work part time as a manager at McDonalds. 

In my spare time I love to catch up with friends and go downtown or explore the city of Chicago attending shows or checking out a new place to eat.  I am very extroverted and love meeting and talking with new people and getting to know new friends.  I am very excited to be a member of this team and I hope that I am able to make an impact and serve as a role model to the Summer Scholar students and make this the best summer yet!

Home Institution:
Colorado State University

Rachel Phillips, Summer Resident Assistant

I am originally from Colorado Springs, CO and am currently in my third year at Colorado State University. I am pursuing a degree in Nutritional Science with hopes to go to graduate school for public health. I stay involved by participating in different programs that CSU has to offer; these include being a participant on alternative spring break service trips to New York and Washington DC. I am also a member of Alpha Phi Omega, the community service fraternity. I spent the last two years as a resident assistant and had the opportunity to present at regional RA conferences and attend social justice retreats. 

In my free time, I love to explore the beauty that is the Rocky Mountains and have life chats over a cup coffee. I am an avid documentary watcher in hopes to learn more about the world around me. I have a great passion for people and am excited to be part of the Summer Scholars team this summer!

Home Institution:
George Washington University

Corey Schroer, Summer Resident Assistant

Hello! I am currently a freshman at The George Washington University, with the intent to major in economics and chemistry. After completing my undergraduate studies, I plan on going to law school; specializing in patent law. I am originally from Plymouth, Minnesota and participated in the Summer Scholars’ Six-Week Academy during the Summer of 2011. The opportunity to experience college life as a high school student and the many activities hosted by the program made for an outstanding experience. I am very excited to return to the program as a staff member and hope to use my experience to make the program as gratifying for current students as it was for me.

Aside from academics, I am involved with many activities on and off campus; those include being a member of a GW chemistry professor’s research team, being on the events subcommittee for the Pre-Law Student Association and a member of Phi Alpha Delta, a professional pre-law fraternity. I also participate in many productions through GW’s dance department and work part-time at the U.S. National Archives.

Home Institution:
Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville‌

DJ Singh, Summer Resident Assistant

I am currently a sophomore at SIUe, Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville. I was born in Fountain Valley, California but moved to Crystal Lake, IL before I began middle school. I am currently enrolled in a combined BA/DDS program at the university, which allows for me to complete my undergraduate in three years and move on to dental school for another four years. When I am not busy with my studies I can be found doing many things all over campus. If I am not in the gym practicing for the next intramural basketball game, I am most likely at a meeting for the chemistry club or pre-dental club. Off of campus I help out with organizations such as the Children’s Miracle Network of greater St. Louis and Red Cross.

I am excited to be apart of the staff this year, as I was once a Summer Scholar myself and participated in the Six-week Academy -- (2010 Alumni). Being a Summer Scholar was a wonderful experience, as I became better prepared for college and had a realistic expectation of what to expect from college courses. I hope my experience in the program will help make the experience more enjoyable for current Summer Scholars.

Home Institution:
Saint Louis University

Rebecca Wallace, Summer Resident Assistant

I am a junior at Saint Louis University, originally from Cincinnati! I love residence life, and am so excited for the Summer Scholars Program to start. I am currently working towards my bachelors in Communication Sciences Disorders (quite the mouth-full) and hope to get earn my masters in higher education after graduating next spring. Eventually I see herself working in student involvement on a college campus.

While attending Saint Louis University, I have been actively involved in Residence Hall Association, National Residence Hall Honorary, the Sexual Assault Prevention Assembly, and the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association. I am also the conference chair for MACURH 2013, which will be held at Saint Louis University next October. I am incredibly excited to meet everyone this summer and cannot wait for this program to start!