CE Student Leaders

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My name is Alex Lott, I use she/they/he pronouns, and I am a double major in Biology-Environmental Studies and Computer Science. This year I am leading Stream Team, the CCEC’s volunteer team that focuses on protecting and restoring Walla Walla’s waterways. I’m really excited to lead events with the goal of connecting Whitman students to the Walla Walla environment and community, as well as provide hands-on and accessible experiences for students. I’m happy to get into contact with anyone interested in the program (or just to chat!), and you can reach me at streamteam@whitman.edu.

Hello, my name is Aubrey Sue Quinn, and I use she/her pronouns. I am a sophomore looking to major in psychology and IRES. This year I have the honor of leading the Friends program for Whitman. I am incredibly excited to work with the community and students of Walla Walla, as well as meet Whitman students who have a passion for helping and a love for this community. I was in a similar program at home in Missouri, and the service work I did though that program changed me for the better. I hope to offer that chance for growth to students at Whitman as well. If you are interested in the Whitman Friends Program or have any questions, please email me at friends@whitman.edu!

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Hello! My name is Brianna Garcia-Andrade (she/her) and I am a senior majoring in brain, behavior, & cognition. I am so excited to be co-leading the Buddy Program with Mayah this year, and I look forward to all of the amazing events we will have with the Walla Walla Valley Disability Network. I have been a student volunteer with the Buddy Program since my first year here at Whitman, so it is truly an honor to be co-leading and introducing new people to this amazing program. If you have any burning questions or want to express your interest in the Buddy Program, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at buddyprogram@whitman.edu.

Hi, my name is Celia Wood and I use she/her pronouns. I am a sophomore biology and environmental studies major. During my time at Whitman I have volunteered with both the Friends Rock Program and the StoryTime Program, and I have really enjoyed connecting with kids in the local community. I am very excited to be co-leading the Friends Rock program for the 2026-2027 school year! I believe both science and rock climbing provide opportunities for children to build their confidence and grow in a safe and fun environment. I am looking forward to working with community partners and Whitman volunteers to provide this unique experience for the kids! Feel free to contact Moss and me at friendsrockww@whitman.edu if you have any questions!

Hi there! My name is Ellie White (she/her), and I’m majoring in Biology and minoring in Chemistry. I am excited to contribute to meaningful connections between the Whitman and Walla Walla communities through my work as StoryTime Program Leader. Starting my freshman year, I volunteered at Science Nights at elementary schools in Walla Walla. I loved how the students had so much excitement and curiosity. I began volunteering for StoryTime last year. Each week, I looked forward to my reading session with a class of elementary school students. The children were energetic and perceptive, and it was so interesting to hear their perspectives on each story! In the StoryTime program, Whitman students are paired with a class of students at either a local daycare or elementary school to read to them each week. This is an amazing and uplifting opportunity to connect with and give back to the Walla Walla community! If you are interested in volunteering or if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at storytime@whitman.edu.

Hi! My name is Danny Pottharst (he/him), and I’m a junior RWPD and Sociology major. This fall, I’m thrilled to continue my community engagement journey as the CE leader for Community Partnerships! I previously served as the program leader of the Food Justice Project. Volunteering with CE programs has been a highlight of my time at Whitman, and I’m eager to support our programs and student volunteers this fall in collaboration with Walla Walla leaders and organizations.  If you’re curious about CE programming and/or opportunities to get involved locally, please feel free to contact me at stuleadcompart@whitman.edu!

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Hi there! My name is Kapuananialohikalani Barnes, I use she/her pronouns, and I am a rising junior majoring in English (plus hopefully taking a major/minor in something else…we’ll see). Previously, I have worked as the program leader for OPT In! Tutoring as well as the Community Engagement (CE) leader for Community Projects.This year, I will be taking over the CE leader position for DEI & Recruitment, working closely with my fellow Triangle Team members to grow our programs. I’m super excited to continue working around the community and do impactful work! In my free time, I perform with Sirens Acapella and host events with Hui o Moananuiakea! If you want to get involved or have any questions, feel free to email me at cedei@whitman.edu. Thank you! :)

Hi hi! My name is Maddie Langdon, I use she/her pronouns, and I am a senior majoring in psychology. I am the student leader for Marketing and Professional Development, which means that I work on the Community Engagement (CE) team to help promote and inform those on campus about our programs and the opportunities we have to offer. This is my third year working on the CE team, and I am so excited to continue in my engagement with both the Whitman and Walla Walla community this year! If you have any questions or want to chat about the CE programs, please feel free to reach out to me at ceprodev@whitman.edu.

Hi, my name is Mayah Grover (she/her). I am a junior Indigeneity, Race, and Ethnic Studies major and a Religion major. I am so excited to be taking on the position of co-leader for the Buddy Program! I have been volunteering with Community Engagement since I started at Whitman, and I am looking forward to having a leadership role and running one of my favorite programs. If you have any questions about the Buddy Program or anything else, you can always reach me at buddyprogram@whitman.edu.

Hi! My name is Moss Smith, I use he/him pronouns and am a Psychology and German studies double major. This is my first semester working at the CCEC as one of the program leaders of Friends Rock! My co-lead, Celia, and I organize events, work with community partners, and ensure the elementary school kids coming to campus have a fun-filled, educational experience, focusing on personal growth and idea exploration. I began working with the Friends Rock Program in the climbing gym and am so excited to continue providing new experiences and community building to elementary schoolers across Walla Walla! If you have any questions about the program, feel free to email Celia and me at friendsrockww@whitman.edu. 

Hello! My name is Sarah Adams (she/her) and I’m a senior ES-Bio major who’ll be co-leading the Food Justice Project (FJP) this year! FJP is a volunteer group that works to address food insecurity with our partners in Walla Walla and here at Whitman. We work with BMAC, the Christian Aid Center, Saint Francis Catholic Church, and others to support operations the whole year round. I’ve been volunteering with FJP since I first arrived at Whitman and am so excited to be leading it this year. I’m looking forward to continuing our existing partner work, and I also hope to expand the capabilities of the Whitman Food Pantry to better serve students. We want anyone who wants to volunteer with us to be able to do so, so please feel free to reach out to me at foodjustice@whitman.edu anytime with any questions or requests. Together, we can make a great impact on our community, and I hope you’ll join us this year!