LGBTQ* Services Team

 

Amanda 

They/them/theirs, She/Her/Hers

" My name is Amanda and I use  they/them or she/her pronouns. I'm a  2 nd -Year MSW Student with a specialization in  Community, Policy, and Political Social Action. I am  Graduate Coordinator for LGBTQ* Services.  What I like about working for LGBTQ* Services is being able to spend my time working in and for a space that I love and that values all identities.  Fun fact: I love tattoos! I have somewhere over 30 tattoos!"

 

 

 

 

 

MAY 

Any Pronouns

"Hey, it's May! I use  Siya and any english pronouns. I'm a Graduate Coordinator for LGBTQ* Services. I am in my  Second year as a Masters of Public Health student, with a concentration in community health. What I like about working for LGBTQ* Services is sharing space and community with people of multiple intersecting identities!  Fun Fact: I keep a plant in the center named Scarlett Johansson in honor of my favorite Asian American Actress.Hi 

 

 

 

 

 

DERRICK

He/Him/His
 

"I'm Derrick (he/him/his) and I'm a graduate student studying Occupational Therapy. I am a Graduate Coordinator for LGBTQ* Services. I went to Stony Brook for my undergraduate as well and has a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I am in my fifth year of being a Resident Assistant (RA) and am quite well versed on things and resources on campus. For fun I like to explore and go on adventures. I love to smell flowers and enjoys leaves, will eat almost anything, and usually have music playing in my head."

 

 

 

Alexander 

He/Him/His, They/them/theirs 
 

"Hello, my name is Alexander. I use he/him or they/them pronouns. I'm a 2nd Year MSW Graduate Student;  Community, Policy, and Political Social Action Specialization. I'm a Graduate Coordinator for LGBTQ* Services.  What I like about working for LGBTQ* Services is the opportunity to run programs to bring folx together.  Fun Facts: I can play the drums. I used to help run a burlesque troupe. My birthday is on Leap Day."

AEVIN

They/Them/Theirs

"My name is Aevin. I am a senior Environmental Design, Policy and Planning major. I am a Center Intern.  What I like about working for LGBTQ* Services is  having great conversations with guests and making the Center feel like a home to all, Just like how it has become a home for me. My fun fact is that  I am bad at coming up with fun facts."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Callias

They/Them/Theirs

"I am a second year  Sociology and Women’s and Gender Studies  double major, with a minor in Environmental Studies. I am  a programming intern for LGBTQ* Services. My favorite part about working here is g etting to meet and interact with so many incredible people of the LGBTQ* community. I  have a pet turtle named Susan, whom I love very much."

 

 

 

 

 

Winnie 

She/Her/Hers or They/them/theirs
                                                                                                 

My name is Winnie and I am a second year Psychology major. I work as a Center Staff Assistant.What I like about working for LGBTQ* Services is that I get to be a part of a welcoming community that encourages you to be yourself. A fun fact about me is that I have owned a rabbit and four hamsters before (not at the same time)! Also,  I can play Mary Had A Little Lamb on the recorder!

 

 

 

 

 

JORDAN MORAN

She/Her/Hers

Major: Women's , Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Minor:   Health, Medicine, and Society

 

Hi! My name is  Jordan  (or Jo) and I use she/her/hers pronouns. I'm a senior at Stony Brook University majoring in Women and Gender Studies, minoring in Health, Medicine, and Society. A fun fact about me is that I love talking about alternative aesthetics, especially body modifications (I have 10 piercings and counting!!). If you ever see me in the center don't be afraid to stop and chat, I swear I'm friendlier than I look. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leydiann Oliviero

She/Her/Hers

Major: Biology

 

My interest include Ender’s Game and Aminé. Fun fact would be that I lived in the Dominican Republic for around five years after I was born in the US.

 

 

Nicolas PENNISI

He/Him/His or They/Them/Theirs
Major: Journalism 

Nicolas Pennisi (he/him, they/them) is a Junior Journalism major. When he's not hanging out in the center, you can find him on Resident Assistant duty, working in The Statesman office as Assistant Multimedia Editor, or singing with the Stony Brook Vocalists. Nico's favorite party trick is throwing his legs behind his head. If you spot him around, he'll be more than happy to show you. 

 

 

 

 

MALIHA RISHAT

She/Her/Hers

Major: Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Major: Information Systems

I am a senior majoring in Women's and Gender Studies, and Information Systems. I love traveling, though I rarely get to do so. Searching for good food is also a great passion of mine. If you see me at the center and you would like to hang out, I am always happy to play one of the center's many card and/or board games with you all! We can also talk books, movies, TV shows, or anything you can think of!

 

 

 

ALEXIS ROSAS

He/Him/His

Major:  Health Sciences

My name is Alexis Rosas. I am a Health Science and Biology double major. I am the President of the best community service organization, Circle K International. I'm from Yonkers, NY (not upstate!).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

TREY SHIMIZU

He/Him/His

Major: Biology

Minor: Studio Art

I was born and raised in Southern California and I’m a Biology major, Studio Art minor, and on the Pre-Veterinary track. In my free time, I enjoy doing ceramics, 3D modeling, and going to concerts, especially to see the acapella group, Pentatonix.

 

 

 

 

 

Alyssa Thomas 

WILL ARGENZIO

He/Him/His

Major: Cinema & Cultural Studies 

Major: Art History & Criticism

Minor: Digital Art

Will is currently a senior at Stony Brook pursuing 2 degrees and a minor. He has worked with LGBTQ* Services for two years; first as a Programming Intern and now as an Undergraduate Assistant. After he graduates with his Bachelors he hopes to move off Long Island and become a graphic designer. Work and school aside, he loves watching movies, playing video games (Katamari Damacy and Animal Crossing are his favorites), and going to diners with friends!

 

 

KRISTA ECKERSALL

She/Her/Hers or They/Them/Theirs
Major : Political Science 

"Hello! My name is Krista, and I am a third-year political science major from Southern California. I play crash cymbals in the Spirit of Stony Brook Marching Band, which means you can find me at just about any big event on campus dancing with my adorable cymbal section. If you see me, ask me to tell you the lobster joke ;) "