Brooke Wallace, Executive Director
Years in WYSE: 4
“Finding out about WYSE my freshman year was one of the best things that could’ve happened to me. I was lost and looking for not only a community, but one whose higher purpose was for the betterment of women through collectivity and education. There’s no doubt that I definitely found the best one. WYSE is so unique because all of our members operate on our foundational belief that girls are amazing, and deserve to be empowered. I love going to session because the girls that we mentor are not only there to learn, but to teach us new things about ourselves and different points of view. WYSE is the most rewarding organization I’ve ever been a part of, and I’ll be forever grateful for all of the friendships, experiences, and confidence that it’s given me."
Brooke is a senior from San Antonio, Texas, currently pursuing a double major in Economics and Gender Studies. After graduation she hopes to travel and pursue a career in economic justice and equality for women.
Years in WYSE: 4
“Finding out about WYSE my freshman year was one of the best things that could’ve happened to me. I was lost and looking for not only a community, but one whose higher purpose was for the betterment of women through collectivity and education. There’s no doubt that I definitely found the best one. WYSE is so unique because all of our members operate on our foundational belief that girls are amazing, and deserve to be empowered. I love going to session because the girls that we mentor are not only there to learn, but to teach us new things about ourselves and different points of view. WYSE is the most rewarding organization I’ve ever been a part of, and I’ll be forever grateful for all of the friendships, experiences, and confidence that it’s given me."
Brooke is a senior from San Antonio, Texas, currently pursuing a double major in Economics and Gender Studies. After graduation she hopes to travel and pursue a career in economic justice and equality for women.
Madeleine Becker, Administrative Director
Years in WYSE: 2
"I love WYSE because it's the perfect combination of service, mentorship, feminism, and community! The discussions, ideas, and camaraderie WYSE fosters truly make it unique. The girls are so fabulous to work with, and the other mentors are the best friends a club could connect you with."
Madeleine is a senior from Berkeley, California studying Biological Sciences and minoring in Classics. After graduation, she plans to pursue a Master's and PhD in Genetics or Evolutionary Biology.
Years in WYSE: 2
"I love WYSE because it's the perfect combination of service, mentorship, feminism, and community! The discussions, ideas, and camaraderie WYSE fosters truly make it unique. The girls are so fabulous to work with, and the other mentors are the best friends a club could connect you with."
Madeleine is a senior from Berkeley, California studying Biological Sciences and minoring in Classics. After graduation, she plans to pursue a Master's and PhD in Genetics or Evolutionary Biology.
Nina Regan, Budget Director
Years in WYSE: 3
“I joined WYSE because I felt that I could give the most and get the most out of an organization focused on the unique problems faced by women-- and I was right! From the topics we discuss weekly to the relationships we form both with the mentees and with each other, I feel strongly that what we do is important for everyone involved, and that we are having an impact at such a critical and turbulent time in these girls' lives. It's a privilege to be a part of this organization, and I look forward to the many more reflections and sessions to come! "
Nina is a junior from Barrington, Rhode Island double majoring in French and NGOs & Social Change with a minor in Popular Music Studies. In the future she wants to learn more languages, go to more concerts, visit more countries, and figure out a career where she can have a positive impact on the world somewhere along the way.
Years in WYSE: 3
“I joined WYSE because I felt that I could give the most and get the most out of an organization focused on the unique problems faced by women-- and I was right! From the topics we discuss weekly to the relationships we form both with the mentees and with each other, I feel strongly that what we do is important for everyone involved, and that we are having an impact at such a critical and turbulent time in these girls' lives. It's a privilege to be a part of this organization, and I look forward to the many more reflections and sessions to come! "
Nina is a junior from Barrington, Rhode Island double majoring in French and NGOs & Social Change with a minor in Popular Music Studies. In the future she wants to learn more languages, go to more concerts, visit more countries, and figure out a career where she can have a positive impact on the world somewhere along the way.
Mitali Shanbhag, Director of Recruitment
Years in WYSE: 2
Years in WYSE: 2
Alije Kaleshi, Bonding Director
Years in WYSE: 1
"I joined WYSE because I love being around such empowered women and having the opportunity to mentor young girls. Since joining WYSE, I have had so much fun getting to know all the incredible mentors and I am really enjoying being Bonding Director this semester! I have met some of my best friends through WYSE and I am so grateful to be a part of this organization. "
Alije majors Health and Human Sciences with a minor in Occupational Therapy. She's a sophomore at USC rom Chicago (go Cubs!). After graduation, Alije is hoping to work in the medical field and assist in helping children.
Years in WYSE: 1
"I joined WYSE because I love being around such empowered women and having the opportunity to mentor young girls. Since joining WYSE, I have had so much fun getting to know all the incredible mentors and I am really enjoying being Bonding Director this semester! I have met some of my best friends through WYSE and I am so grateful to be a part of this organization. "
Alije majors Health and Human Sciences with a minor in Occupational Therapy. She's a sophomore at USC rom Chicago (go Cubs!). After graduation, Alije is hoping to work in the medical field and assist in helping children.
Natalia Wurst, Special Events Director
Years in WYSE: 2
Years in WYSE: 2
Mary Nebel, Outreach Director
Years in WYSE: 2
Years in WYSE: 2
Erin Silliman, Camino Nuevo School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 3
"I joined WYSE the Spring of my sophomore year and was immediately welcomed into an environment of likeminded and empowering females, with the common goal of making a positive impact on young women. I look forward to WYSE each week for the energy in the room and genuine excitement of both mentees and mentors to connect with each other, cover important topics, and eat some snacks while we're at it."
Erin is a senior from Danville, CA pursuing a degree in Human Biology with a minor in Spanish. Her post-grad dream is either to attend medical school and become an OB/GYN or pursue a future in policy fighting for women's reproductive rights (but either way, she'll definitely end up living with a few cats).
Years in WYSE: 3
"I joined WYSE the Spring of my sophomore year and was immediately welcomed into an environment of likeminded and empowering females, with the common goal of making a positive impact on young women. I look forward to WYSE each week for the energy in the room and genuine excitement of both mentees and mentors to connect with each other, cover important topics, and eat some snacks while we're at it."
Erin is a senior from Danville, CA pursuing a degree in Human Biology with a minor in Spanish. Her post-grad dream is either to attend medical school and become an OB/GYN or pursue a future in policy fighting for women's reproductive rights (but either way, she'll definitely end up living with a few cats).
Noel Muluneh, Amino Jefferson School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 1
Years in WYSE: 1
Alexa Osorio, Vista Charter School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 2
“WYSE has introduced me to amazing, caring, intelligent, empowered women - both mentors and mentees alike- who constantly broaden my perspective! We all come from different backgrounds, but share the same values about feminism. We are unapologetically proud of who we are as an organization, and I am so fortunate to be a part of it.”
Alexa is a junior double majoring in neuroscience and psychology with a minor in art history.
Years in WYSE: 2
“WYSE has introduced me to amazing, caring, intelligent, empowered women - both mentors and mentees alike- who constantly broaden my perspective! We all come from different backgrounds, but share the same values about feminism. We are unapologetically proud of who we are as an organization, and I am so fortunate to be a part of it.”
Alexa is a junior double majoring in neuroscience and psychology with a minor in art history.
Hattie Phelps, Crown Prep School Site Director
Years in WYSE: 2
"I joined WYSE because I wanted to give back to the community around USC and got a dope middle school bff/mentee as a result! I love hanging out with the middle school mentees each week. They encourage me to be the best role model I can be."
Hattie is a sophomore from Lincoln, Nebraska studying Pre-Law.
Years in WYSE: 2
"I joined WYSE because I wanted to give back to the community around USC and got a dope middle school bff/mentee as a result! I love hanging out with the middle school mentees each week. They encourage me to be the best role model I can be."
Hattie is a sophomore from Lincoln, Nebraska studying Pre-Law.
