Tess Hendelman, Executive Director
Years in WYSE: 4
Tess is a senior from Seattle studying Cognitive Science and Spanish. Her dream is to be an OBGYN with a political agenda, and she recently became a published author on a manuscript exploring a COVID testing mechanism!
“WYSE allows you to build the most remarkable connections; I am SO inspired by every smart, kind, and badass mentor AND mentee that I have had the pleasure of meeting. As we address key issues and foster conversation, I watch as mentees grow in confidence and capability. And as they transform, I grow and learn too. WYSE is the prime example of mutually beneficial mentorship. I couldn’t be more grateful for what WYSE has brought me!"
Years in WYSE: 4
Tess is a senior from Seattle studying Cognitive Science and Spanish. Her dream is to be an OBGYN with a political agenda, and she recently became a published author on a manuscript exploring a COVID testing mechanism!
“WYSE allows you to build the most remarkable connections; I am SO inspired by every smart, kind, and badass mentor AND mentee that I have had the pleasure of meeting. As we address key issues and foster conversation, I watch as mentees grow in confidence and capability. And as they transform, I grow and learn too. WYSE is the prime example of mutually beneficial mentorship. I couldn’t be more grateful for what WYSE has brought me!"
Samantha Scheinfeld, Administrative Director
Years in WYSE: 2
Samantha is from Chicago, studying Art History and Psychology!! A fun fact is that she collects posters from all the museums she visits :)
"I looooove WYSE because we get to form such deep relationships with both mentees and mentors! It’s been the highlight of my college experience - such a supportive and fun environment!"
Years in WYSE: 2
Samantha is from Chicago, studying Art History and Psychology!! A fun fact is that she collects posters from all the museums she visits :)
"I looooove WYSE because we get to form such deep relationships with both mentees and mentors! It’s been the highlight of my college experience - such a supportive and fun environment!"
Delarai Sadeghitari, DEI Director
Years in WYSE: 2
Delarai is a senior at USC from Newport Beach, majoring in International Relations & Spanish with a minor in Human Rights.
"I love WYSE because it has provided me with a welcoming space to discuss feminism and other important topics with an insightful group of fellow mentors and mentees"
Years in WYSE: 2
Delarai is a senior at USC from Newport Beach, majoring in International Relations & Spanish with a minor in Human Rights.
"I love WYSE because it has provided me with a welcoming space to discuss feminism and other important topics with an insightful group of fellow mentors and mentees"
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Puja Prasad, Bonding Director
Years in WYSE: 1 Mila is a junior from Orange County, majoring in Business Administration. In high school, she was Miss Teen Huntington Beach and Miss Teen Malibu! "I love the community that I have found in WYSE. I love going to reflection and sessions because everyone in the program is so uplifting and caring!" |
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Jenny Back, Finance Director
Years in WYSE: 1
Jenny is a junior majoring in Business Administration with a minor in Applied Analytics. She was born and raised in South Korea but considers Shanghai, China her home! She can also speak 3 languages and write with both hands!
"I love wyse because of the tight knit community of empowered women i got to become friends with! it’s always so amazing to hear their insight on important issues during reflections
Years in WYSE: 1
Jenny is a junior majoring in Business Administration with a minor in Applied Analytics. She was born and raised in South Korea but considers Shanghai, China her home! She can also speak 3 languages and write with both hands!
"I love wyse because of the tight knit community of empowered women i got to become friends with! it’s always so amazing to hear their insight on important issues during reflections
Sierra Dague, Social Media and Outreach Director
Years in WYSE: 1
Sierra is a freshman from Western Washington. She's currently majoring in mathematics, but hopes to double major with Gender and Sexuality studies as well. A fun fact is that she once met the creator of He Man in a hotel elevator!
"WYSE has provided me with a close-knit community I know I can always rely on. They are supportive, empowering, and genuine. This environment is vital for women of all ages, so I love being able to contribute in any way possible. I have learned just as much from them as they have from us."
Years in WYSE: 1
Sierra is a freshman from Western Washington. She's currently majoring in mathematics, but hopes to double major with Gender and Sexuality studies as well. A fun fact is that she once met the creator of He Man in a hotel elevator!
"WYSE has provided me with a close-knit community I know I can always rely on. They are supportive, empowering, and genuine. This environment is vital for women of all ages, so I love being able to contribute in any way possible. I have learned just as much from them as they have from us."
Alexa Costanzo, Special Events Director
Years in WYSE: 1
Alexa is a junior from New York, studying Economics with a minor in Business Law. My dream job is to become a corporate or entertainment lawyer!
"WYSE has given me an incredible community of women who I feel comfortable, safe, and supported around. Joining my sophomore year amid the pandemic was one of the best decisions I have made throughout my college experience and I couldn't be more excited to be a part of the Directive Team!"
Years in WYSE: 1
Alexa is a junior from New York, studying Economics with a minor in Business Law. My dream job is to become a corporate or entertainment lawyer!
"WYSE has given me an incredible community of women who I feel comfortable, safe, and supported around. Joining my sophomore year amid the pandemic was one of the best decisions I have made throughout my college experience and I couldn't be more excited to be a part of the Directive Team!"
Anna Mesibov, Camino School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 3
Anna is a senior studying Mechanical Engineering from Charlotte, North Carolina. A fun fact is she studied abroad in New Zealand!
"I WYSE it because I get to spend time with the most incredible people on campus!"
Years in WYSE: 3
Anna is a senior studying Mechanical Engineering from Charlotte, North Carolina. A fun fact is she studied abroad in New Zealand!
"I WYSE it because I get to spend time with the most incredible people on campus!"
Margot May, Crown Prep School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 2
Margot is a senior from Nashville, Tennessee, majoring in Public Policy with minors in Education and Society. She also loves to run, and has run two half marathons!
"I love WYSE because I find a lot of comfort and support from being surrounded by so many strong and confident women who encourage me and cheer me on every day."
Years in WYSE: 2
Margot is a senior from Nashville, Tennessee, majoring in Public Policy with minors in Education and Society. She also loves to run, and has run two half marathons!
"I love WYSE because I find a lot of comfort and support from being surrounded by so many strong and confident women who encourage me and cheer me on every day."
Francesca Boerio, Vista School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 1
Francesca is from Redwood City studying Classical Guitar and Cognitive Science with a minor in Music Industry. A fun fact about Francesca is that she doesn't like strawberries!
"I love WYSE because of the great community of supportive women!"
Years in WYSE: 1
Francesca is from Redwood City studying Classical Guitar and Cognitive Science with a minor in Music Industry. A fun fact about Francesca is that she doesn't like strawberries!
"I love WYSE because of the great community of supportive women!"
Ariella Rabbani, Crown Prep School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 2
Ariella is a sophomore from Los Angeles studying Law, History & Cultures with a minor in Entertainment Industry. In the future, she hopes to pursue a career in entertainment law. In her free time she reads, bakes, and is attempting to learn how to skateboard. She loves mentoring other girls and joined Wyse as a freshman in hopes of becoming the big sister she never had.
Years in WYSE: 2
Ariella is a sophomore from Los Angeles studying Law, History & Cultures with a minor in Entertainment Industry. In the future, she hopes to pursue a career in entertainment law. In her free time she reads, bakes, and is attempting to learn how to skateboard. She loves mentoring other girls and joined Wyse as a freshman in hopes of becoming the big sister she never had.
