The STARS Staff Mentorship Program aims to foster professional and personal growth of the 2023 STARS cohort by connecting them with experienced UMBC staff and faculty mentors who can provide guidance, support, and insights to help mentees achieve their goals.
2024-2025 STARS Staff Mentors
Michael Hunt Director, McNair Scholars Program
Dennis Walker Assistant Director of Adult Learners and Veteran Student Success
Sundiata “sunji” Jangha Director of Pipeline Programs
Dr. Paris von Lockette Mechanical Engineering, Professor
Rashad Cheeks
Associate Director, Marketing (Division of Professional Studies)
Lauren Allen
Director of Women’s Center
Valentine Anamelechi Campus Life (Department Advisor)
IyinOluwa Folarin Transfer Student Network Leader
Dr. Laila M. Shishineh Director – Academic Engagement & Transition Programs
Dr. Christopher Vick Assistant Director, Sherman Scholars Program
Dr. Yvette Mozie-Ross Vice Provost for Enrollment Management and Planning
Thomas Jasmine Campus Life and Graduate Assistant
Abdoulie Sarr Campus Life- Coordinator for Student Organizations