Student Spotlight Series
Spotlight: OCCT
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Arjun Sahansra, OCCT driver |
Class and Major: Sophomore, studying Computer Engineering
Why OCCT? As someone who has always had an interest in the transportation industry, OCCT seemed like an excellent opportunity to work for a unique and fun bus system while being able to meet new people and help fellow students get around!
What do you enjoy most about Binghamton University? OCCT!
Fun fact about yourself? I play guitar!
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Dafne Hernandez, OCCT driver |
Class and Major: Junior, studying Accounting
Why OCCT? I've always loved driving and thought OCCT would be the perfect fit for a part-time job in college. OCCT has also allowed me to put something unique on my resume!
What do you enjoy most about Binghamton University? The opportunity to meet new people.
Fun fact about yourself? I have a 2 year old pomeranian mix named Teddy!
Spotlight: Safe Ride
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Celia Woodruf, Safe Ride driver and SUNY Sail Leadership Academy member |
Class and Major: Senior, studying Philosophy, Politics and Law
Why did you join Safe Ride? I originally worked for the COVID-19 isolation and transportation my first year at Binghamton. My employer carried over a few employees, and I had the opportunity to work Safe Ride!
What led you to apply to the SUNY Sail Leadership Academy? I like to embody the character I see in leaders I admire in order to stand up for, and defend issues I care deeply for. Leadership is applicable to many aspects of life. The SUNY Sail Leadership program provides students with the resources to hone these skills!
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Spencer Freer, Safe Ride driver |
Class and Major: Senior, studying Philosophy, Politics and Law
Why did you join Safe Ride? I joined Safe Ride because I worked for the COVID-19 Transport team during the 2020-2021 academic year. When that came to an end, I was able to join Safe Ride and find hours that worked best with my busy schedule.
What is your favorite aspect of Safe Ride? The best part about Safe Ride is that you can tell the relief some students feel when we arrive to drive them across campus at night.
Spotlight: Student marketing team
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Natalie Zera, marketing assistant |
Class and Major: Junior, studying Marketing and Management Information Systems
Why did you join the TAPS marketing team? I became marketing assistant of TAPS because I grew to love the team when I was a student ambassador and wanted to continue the efforts made together to spread information across campus!
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Jessica Sarubbi, student ambassador |
Class and Major: Junior, studying Marketing and Management Information Systems
Why did you join the TAPS marketing team? I became a student ambassador because I have a passion for marketing and wanted to apply the skills I learned in a hands-on setting that allows me to interact with the student body and faculty for an important purpose!
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Sean Holihan, student ambassador |
Class and Major: Senior, studying Marketing and Politics, Philosophy, and Law
Why did you join the TAPS marketing team? I became a student ambassador to gain more professional skills and to help get important information out to the student body!
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Rebecca Morana, student ambassador |
Class and Major: Junior, studying Marketing, Management Information Systems, and Graphic Design
Why did you join the TAPS marketing team? I became a student ambassador to gain valuable marketing experience and meet people with similar interests and skills!
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Leslie Cisneros, student ambassador |
Class and Major: Sophomore, studying Accounting and Management Information Systems
Why did you join the TAPS marketing team? I joined TAPS with the goal of gaining experience, building meaningful connections and helping other students navigate through the services provided!
