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