Meet Our Team Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy and Professional Development Contact Us via YU CareerLink Email Us Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Analytics and Visualization Digital Marketing and Media Mathematics Nursing Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Physics Speech-Language Pathology Susan L. Bauer Assistant Vice President and Executive Director M.S.Ed., Fordham University B.S., University of Delaware Susan joined the ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 Career Center in 2016, first as the Director of Employer & Alumni Relations, then as the Executive Director and most recently as the Assistant Vice President and Executive Director of the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy and Professional Development. She began her career working in fashion editorial as an editor before becoming the Fashion Director for MTV Networks where she collaborated with executive producers and recording artists on the overall programming and branding. Susan’s transition into higher education was originally as adjunct faculty at the Fashion Institute of Technology and LIM College, teaching career development courses at both institutions. Before joining ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, she was the Senior Director of Experiential Education & Career Management at LIM College. Susan earned her Associate of Applied Science from the Fashion Institute of Technology, her Bachelor of Science in Human Resources from the University of Delaware, and her Master of Science in Education from Fordham University. Susan enjoys being a soccer mom, cooking, Ted Lasso, and doing anything close to the ocean with her dog Lucy and her family. Todd Lotcpeich Senior Director of Employer Relations and Engagement M.S., Manhattan College B.B.A., LIM College Todd joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2018. Before YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录), he worked at LIM College for over eleven years in the employer relations, career management, and experiential education functions. Todd earned a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Manhattan College and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Fashion Merchandising from LIM College. In addition to his higher education career, Todd has experience in industry at organizations such as Eastern Mountain Sports and Neiman Marcus. In his spare time, Todd enjoys the majestic mountains of the Northeast (especially in winter), the ocean, and walking around his small town on the coast of NJ. Sharon Mella-Reyes Director of Career Strategy Advising M.A., Manhattan College B.S., Syracuse University Sharon joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2018. Sharon began her career working in the nonprofit industry for UNITE Here as a member of the Union Health Center's professional staff, working first as the Special Assistant to both the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer, and then shortly after assumed the managing role of the Benefits Counseling unit, focused primarily on servicing those affected by the September 11th attacks. Sharon went on to become the Human Resources Generalist for the company, overseeing recruiting, hiring, payroll and benefits including physician certification with individual insurance plans. Sharon transitioned into Higher Education originally as an Academic Advisor at St. Francis College advising primarily first year students, before being asked to teach the first Career Development course where her passion for Career Counseling was uncovered. Over the course of the last decade Sharon has been in the field of Career Services at LIM College, most recently as the Associate Director of Career Management before joining YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录). Sharon earned her B.S. in Child and Family Studies from Syracuse University, and a Master of Art in Counseling from Manhattan College. In her free time, she enjoys being with her family, planning trips to visit friends and family, and watching Netflix and Hulu Originals. Daniel Coleman Senior Associate Director of Career Advising M.B.A., Hofstra University B.S., Middlesex University Daniel is the Sr. Associate Director of Career Advising, having joined YU in 2018 after a distinguished career in healthcare, where he was awarded for improving the customer experience and designing initiatives that facilitated critical decision-making. Daniel holds an MBA from Hofstra, several patents, and a Bachelor of Science in Management and Marketing from Middlesex University Business School in London. He moved to New York 20 years ago to attend ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录. In his spare time, Daniel is proud to serve his State on NY’s research ethics committee (IRB) and his country as a Captain in the US Air Force (Reserves). Naomi Kapp Associate Director of Career Advising MS. Ed., Brooklyn College B.A., New York University Naomi has worked most of her professional career at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in the various incarnations of the Shevet Glaubach Center. Prior to YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录), Naomi worked at Touro College, founding their first Career Center, and then moved to FEGS (Federation Employment & Guidance Service) and the YMCA, coaching professionals interested in career change or professional advancement. Naomi earned her Bachelor of Arts at NYU (New York University) double majoring in Political Science and Sociology and earning a NYS Teaching License in Social Studies. Afterwards she attended Brooklyn College’s Master of Science in Education in the Guidance and Counseling program and earned an Advanced Certificate in Counseling to work as a Guidance Counselor in NYS. In Naomi’s free time she hosts Shabbat meals, loves all types of music (except opera), and is an avid movie goer. Anagh Sharma Assistant Director, STEM Career Advising M.S., Data Analytics and Visualization, Katz School of Science and Health, ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录B.E., Computer Science, Shri G S Institute of Technology & ScienceAnagh is a ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 alumnus who earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Shri G S Institute of Technology & Science and his Master of Science in Data Analytics and Visualization from the Katz School of Science and Health. After completing his graduate studies in 2024, he joined the Shevet Glaubach Center (SGC), where he currently serves as Assistant Director of STEM Career Advising. In addition to his role in career advising, Anagh also supports data science initiatives for the Shevet Glaubach Center, including the development of the Canvas chatbot and user-focused dashboards.Before transitioning into higher education, Anagh worked as a Data Scientist at Goldman Sachs in India, where he built machine learning models to analyze financial data, developed real-time analytics pipelines, and supported strategic decision-making for Foreign Exchange Swaps.Anagh is passionate about leveraging data and AI to drive meaningful impact and is committed to helping students transform their technical skills into career success.In his free time, Anagh enjoys playing the piano and badminton. John Perez Associate Director, STEM Career Advising & Employer Strategy M.A., Rutgers University B.A., Rutgers University After working as part of Verizon’s HR team focused on college and entry-level recruiting for over seven years, John made the jump into higher ed. He returned to his alma mater and spent close to six years at the Rutgers Business School’s career services office. In this role, he wore multiple hats including career advising, student programming, employer relations and event management. In the Spring of 2019, he accepted a new role with the NJ Institute of Technology (NJIT) as an Assistant Director on their employer relations team. In addition to managing all interviewing initiatives at NJIT, he cultivated existing and new recruiter relationships to provide employment opportunities for a student population of 11,000 undergraduates and graduate students. He has a sweet tooth, enjoys exploring the restaurant scene and has been on all seven continents—his favorite being Antarctica! Jim MacWhorter Associate Director of Career Advising and Technology Systems M.A., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania B.S. Ed., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Jim joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2020. Previously he was working at Sarah Lawrence College as Associate Director, Employer Relations. In addition to working with employers, he also provided career coaching, assisted with event management, and oversaw the SLCeeds Ideation to Innovation program; a program focused on incorporating theory into practice in an entrepreneurial learning environment. Prior to this experience, Jim has many years of experience in education nationwide. He earned his Master of Arts in History and his Bachelor of Science in Education from Shippensburg University. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the great outdoors and finding interesting dining establishments. Jordan Stecker Assistant Director of Career Advising Ed.M., Teachers College, Columbia University M.A., Teachers College, Columbia University B.S., Roy H. Park School of Communications, Ithaca College Jordan Stecker joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in July 2023. Jordan has a background in counseling with a special emphasis on career advising and social-emotional care. He has notably provided psychological and educational support to United States Military Veterans, public school students, older individuals who overcame homelessness and abuse, non-traditional college students, etc. Jordan earned a Master of Education in School Counseling, a Master of Arts in Psychological Counseling, and Advanced Certificate in College Advising, all from Teachers College, Columbia University (TC). He earned his Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communication from Ithaca College (IC). Jordan began his work in the career development industry at IC when chairing two professional development programs, namely “the Mentoring Initiative for Networking and Development (MIND)” and the award-winning “Professional Achievement and Career Excellence Club (PACE)”.In 2024, Jordan became one of the youngest faculty members appointed at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, where he teaches courses in psychology.Jordan is a New York State Certified School Counselor, Public Speaker, and Certified Veteran Sponsor through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Hailing from Long Island New York, he resides in Manhattan where he enjoys exploring New York City, testing out new recipes, and mastering his photography skills. Barbara Lerman-Kang Associate Director of Employer Relations & Marketing Strategy M.S.Ed, CUNY (City University of New York), Baruch CollegeB.A., SUNY, Purchase CollegeBarbara has been an integral part of the Employer Relations team at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 since 2019. In her role as the Associate Director of Employer Relations and Marketing Strategy, she leads the recruiting processes with employer partners under the guidance of the Senior Director. Barbara works closely with alumni and other professionals to connect them with ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 students through various initiatives, including recruiting events, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities. Before joining ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, Barbara served as the Senior Career Coach at LIM College, where she first gained experience in employer relations and discovered her passion for this field. She holds a Master of Science in Education in Higher Education Administration from CUNY Baruch College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SUNY Purchase College. Outside of work, Barbara enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her two energetic daughters, her adventurous husband, and their dog Duke. Susan Sheldon Alumni Relations Coordinator M.S., National Louis University B.A., Stern College for Women Susan Kirshner-Sheldon is the alumni relations coordinator for ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in Israel. Her professional background includes human resources management and operations for hi-tech healthcare companies and since making Aliyah in 2014, she has focused on coordinating both corporate and private events. Susan earned her M.S. in Human Resources from National Louis University and B.A. in English Communications from Stern College for Women. She currently lives in Jerusalem. Michael Shamilov Assistant Director of Employer Relations & Programs Michael Shamilov joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 as the Office Coordinator & Executive Assistant in 2024. Michael is an experienced event and program coordinator with a strong background in youth programming, outreach, and community mobilization. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Children & Youth Studies with a minor in Marketing from Brooklyn College. His skills include team management, event planning, and outreach, with fluency in English and Russian. In his free time, Michael enjoys listening to music, spending time in nature, and hanging out with friends and family. Sara Kandis Office Coordinator & Executive Assistant Sara Kandis joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2025 and serves as the Office Coordinator and Executive Assistant. In this role, she supports the daily operations of the office and assists with administrative coordination, event logistics, and office management to help ensure the Career Center provides a seamless and supportive experience for students, staff, and employer partners. A proud New Jersey native, Sara earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She brings strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills to her work, helping facilitate programs and initiatives that support students’ professional development. Outside of work, Sara enjoys going for walks, exploring new food spots, couponing, and spending time with her cat. Barrie Shackman Finance Recruiting Coach M.B.A. NYU Stern School of BusinessB.A. Vassar CollegeBarrie joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2025. Prior to that, she worked at Mercy University in the School of Business for six years, supporting five graduate business programs (MBA, MS Accounting, MS Business Analytics, MS HR Management, and MS Organizational Leadership) as the Director of Job Placement. In this role, she focused on helping students develop career-readiness skills while also partnering with employers across industries in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester.Prior to working in university career development, she was an Executive Recruiter for several years, placing Finance and Accounting candidates into Fortune 50 to Fortune 500 companies, primarily in Manhattan. She began her career in public accounting.In her spare time, she enjoys riding her bicycle, cooking, attending comedy clubs, and cheering on the New York Mets as a proud fan! Melanie Hedvat Marketing Strategist Melanie Hedvat is a graduate of the Sy Syms School of Business, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing in 2024. She first joined the Shevet Glaubach Center in 2023 as a Marketing and Outreach Intern through the YU Israel Summer Internship Program. Following the internship, Melanie continued supporting the SGC as a Student Ambassador and student employee before joining the team full-time as Marketing Strategist.In her role, Melanie develops social media content and marketing materials, creates digital campaigns, supports event promotion initiatives, and helps promote the SGC’s programs, resources, and opportunities across the YU community. Prior to joining the SGC full-time, Melanie gained experience in marketing, creative design, and operations support through roles in the jewelry industry and other business environments.Outside of work, Melanie enjoys sketching fashion and accessory designs, exploring New York City, and listening to music. Ariella Suchow Associate Director of Career Advising B.A., Brandeis University M.A., Emerson College Ph.D., Boston College Ariella joined the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy & Professional Development at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 as Associate Director of Career Advising in the summer of 2025. Prior to that, she served as the Director of Student Success at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 for two years. As Director of Student Success, she focused on creating and implementing individualized, holistic support systems for YU students through close collaboration with student-facing departments at YU — including the Counseling Center, Disability Services, the Learning Success Center, and Academic Advising.Ariella began her career as a K-12 drama and dance teacher, as well as an interdisciplinary program designer and manager. Her doctoral work at the Boston College Lynch School of Education and Human Development provided her with opportunities to work with undergraduate students as a student teacher supervisor and professor. Through this work, she developed a passion for mentoring undergraduate students preparing for life after college.Ariella is originally from Great Neck, New York. She lives in Lower Manhattan with her husband, two daughters, and a very large cat. Susan L. Bauer Assistant Vice President and Executive Director M.S.Ed., Fordham University B.S., University of Delaware Susan joined the ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 Career Center in 2016, first as the Director of Employer & Alumni Relations, then as the Executive Director and most recently as the Assistant Vice President and Executive Director of the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy and Professional Development. She began her career working in fashion editorial as an editor before becoming the Fashion Director for MTV Networks where she collaborated with executive producers and recording artists on the overall programming and branding. Susan’s transition into higher education was originally as adjunct faculty at the Fashion Institute of Technology and LIM College, teaching career development courses at both institutions. Before joining ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, she was the Senior Director of Experiential Education & Career Management at LIM College. Susan earned her Associate of Applied Science from the Fashion Institute of Technology, her Bachelor of Science in Human Resources from the University of Delaware, and her Master of Science in Education from Fordham University. Susan enjoys being a soccer mom, cooking, Ted Lasso, and doing anything close to the ocean with her dog Lucy and her family. Todd Lotcpeich Senior Director of Employer Relations and Engagement M.S., Manhattan College B.B.A., LIM College Todd joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2018. Before YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录), he worked at LIM College for over eleven years in the employer relations, career management, and experiential education functions. Todd earned a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Manhattan College and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Fashion Merchandising from LIM College. In addition to his higher education career, Todd has experience in industry at organizations such as Eastern Mountain Sports and Neiman Marcus. In his spare time, Todd enjoys the majestic mountains of the Northeast (especially in winter), the ocean, and walking around his small town on the coast of NJ. Sharon Mella-Reyes Director of Career Strategy Advising M.A., Manhattan College B.S., Syracuse University Sharon joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2018. Sharon began her career working in the nonprofit industry for UNITE Here as a member of the Union Health Center's professional staff, working first as the Special Assistant to both the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer, and then shortly after assumed the managing role of the Benefits Counseling unit, focused primarily on servicing those affected by the September 11th attacks. Sharon went on to become the Human Resources Generalist for the company, overseeing recruiting, hiring, payroll and benefits including physician certification with individual insurance plans. Sharon transitioned into Higher Education originally as an Academic Advisor at St. Francis College advising primarily first year students, before being asked to teach the first Career Development course where her passion for Career Counseling was uncovered. Over the course of the last decade Sharon has been in the field of Career Services at LIM College, most recently as the Associate Director of Career Management before joining YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录). Sharon earned her B.S. in Child and Family Studies from Syracuse University, and a Master of Art in Counseling from Manhattan College. In her free time, she enjoys being with her family, planning trips to visit friends and family, and watching Netflix and Hulu Originals. Daniel Coleman Senior Associate Director of Career Advising M.B.A., Hofstra University B.S., Middlesex University Daniel is the Sr. Associate Director of Career Advising, having joined YU in 2018 after a distinguished career in healthcare, where he was awarded for improving the customer experience and designing initiatives that facilitated critical decision-making. Daniel holds an MBA from Hofstra, several patents, and a Bachelor of Science in Management and Marketing from Middlesex University Business School in London. He moved to New York 20 years ago to attend ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录. In his spare time, Daniel is proud to serve his State on NY’s research ethics committee (IRB) and his country as a Captain in the US Air Force (Reserves). Naomi Kapp Associate Director of Career Advising MS. Ed., Brooklyn College B.A., New York University Naomi has worked most of her professional career at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in the various incarnations of the Shevet Glaubach Center. Prior to YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录), Naomi worked at Touro College, founding their first Career Center, and then moved to FEGS (Federation Employment & Guidance Service) and the YMCA, coaching professionals interested in career change or professional advancement. Naomi earned her Bachelor of Arts at NYU (New York University) double majoring in Political Science and Sociology and earning a NYS Teaching License in Social Studies. Afterwards she attended Brooklyn College’s Master of Science in Education in the Guidance and Counseling program and earned an Advanced Certificate in Counseling to work as a Guidance Counselor in NYS. In Naomi’s free time she hosts Shabbat meals, loves all types of music (except opera), and is an avid movie goer. Anagh Sharma Assistant Director, STEM Career Advising M.S., Data Analytics and Visualization, Katz School of Science and Health, ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录B.E., Computer Science, Shri G S Institute of Technology & ScienceAnagh is a ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 alumnus who earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Shri G S Institute of Technology & Science and his Master of Science in Data Analytics and Visualization from the Katz School of Science and Health. After completing his graduate studies in 2024, he joined the Shevet Glaubach Center (SGC), where he currently serves as Assistant Director of STEM Career Advising. In addition to his role in career advising, Anagh also supports data science initiatives for the Shevet Glaubach Center, including the development of the Canvas chatbot and user-focused dashboards.Before transitioning into higher education, Anagh worked as a Data Scientist at Goldman Sachs in India, where he built machine learning models to analyze financial data, developed real-time analytics pipelines, and supported strategic decision-making for Foreign Exchange Swaps.Anagh is passionate about leveraging data and AI to drive meaningful impact and is committed to helping students transform their technical skills into career success.In his free time, Anagh enjoys playing the piano and badminton. John Perez Associate Director, STEM Career Advising & Employer Strategy M.A., Rutgers University B.A., Rutgers University After working as part of Verizon’s HR team focused on college and entry-level recruiting for over seven years, John made the jump into higher ed. He returned to his alma mater and spent close to six years at the Rutgers Business School’s career services office. In this role, he wore multiple hats including career advising, student programming, employer relations and event management. In the Spring of 2019, he accepted a new role with the NJ Institute of Technology (NJIT) as an Assistant Director on their employer relations team. In addition to managing all interviewing initiatives at NJIT, he cultivated existing and new recruiter relationships to provide employment opportunities for a student population of 11,000 undergraduates and graduate students. He has a sweet tooth, enjoys exploring the restaurant scene and has been on all seven continents—his favorite being Antarctica! Jim MacWhorter Associate Director of Career Advising and Technology Systems M.A., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania B.S. Ed., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Jim joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2020. Previously he was working at Sarah Lawrence College as Associate Director, Employer Relations. In addition to working with employers, he also provided career coaching, assisted with event management, and oversaw the SLCeeds Ideation to Innovation program; a program focused on incorporating theory into practice in an entrepreneurial learning environment. Prior to this experience, Jim has many years of experience in education nationwide. He earned his Master of Arts in History and his Bachelor of Science in Education from Shippensburg University. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the great outdoors and finding interesting dining establishments. Jordan Stecker Assistant Director of Career Advising Ed.M., Teachers College, Columbia University M.A., Teachers College, Columbia University B.S., Roy H. Park School of Communications, Ithaca College Jordan Stecker joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in July 2023. Jordan has a background in counseling with a special emphasis on career advising and social-emotional care. He has notably provided psychological and educational support to United States Military Veterans, public school students, older individuals who overcame homelessness and abuse, non-traditional college students, etc. Jordan earned a Master of Education in School Counseling, a Master of Arts in Psychological Counseling, and Advanced Certificate in College Advising, all from Teachers College, Columbia University (TC). He earned his Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communication from Ithaca College (IC). Jordan began his work in the career development industry at IC when chairing two professional development programs, namely “the Mentoring Initiative for Networking and Development (MIND)” and the award-winning “Professional Achievement and Career Excellence Club (PACE)”.In 2024, Jordan became one of the youngest faculty members appointed at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, where he teaches courses in psychology.Jordan is a New York State Certified School Counselor, Public Speaker, and Certified Veteran Sponsor through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Hailing from Long Island New York, he resides in Manhattan where he enjoys exploring New York City, testing out new recipes, and mastering his photography skills. Barbara Lerman-Kang Associate Director of Employer Relations & Marketing Strategy M.S.Ed, CUNY (City University of New York), Baruch CollegeB.A., SUNY, Purchase CollegeBarbara has been an integral part of the Employer Relations team at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 since 2019. In her role as the Associate Director of Employer Relations and Marketing Strategy, she leads the recruiting processes with employer partners under the guidance of the Senior Director. Barbara works closely with alumni and other professionals to connect them with ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 students through various initiatives, including recruiting events, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities. Before joining ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, Barbara served as the Senior Career Coach at LIM College, where she first gained experience in employer relations and discovered her passion for this field. She holds a Master of Science in Education in Higher Education Administration from CUNY Baruch College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SUNY Purchase College. Outside of work, Barbara enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her two energetic daughters, her adventurous husband, and their dog Duke. Susan Sheldon Alumni Relations Coordinator M.S., National Louis University B.A., Stern College for Women Susan Kirshner-Sheldon is the alumni relations coordinator for ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in Israel. Her professional background includes human resources management and operations for hi-tech healthcare companies and since making Aliyah in 2014, she has focused on coordinating both corporate and private events. Susan earned her M.S. in Human Resources from National Louis University and B.A. in English Communications from Stern College for Women. She currently lives in Jerusalem. Michael Shamilov Assistant Director of Employer Relations & Programs Michael Shamilov joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 as the Office Coordinator & Executive Assistant in 2024. Michael is an experienced event and program coordinator with a strong background in youth programming, outreach, and community mobilization. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Children & Youth Studies with a minor in Marketing from Brooklyn College. His skills include team management, event planning, and outreach, with fluency in English and Russian. In his free time, Michael enjoys listening to music, spending time in nature, and hanging out with friends and family. Sara Kandis Office Coordinator & Executive Assistant Sara Kandis joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2025 and serves as the Office Coordinator and Executive Assistant. In this role, she supports the daily operations of the office and assists with administrative coordination, event logistics, and office management to help ensure the Career Center provides a seamless and supportive experience for students, staff, and employer partners. A proud New Jersey native, Sara earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She brings strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills to her work, helping facilitate programs and initiatives that support students’ professional development. Outside of work, Sara enjoys going for walks, exploring new food spots, couponing, and spending time with her cat. Barrie Shackman Finance Recruiting Coach M.B.A. NYU Stern School of BusinessB.A. Vassar CollegeBarrie joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2025. Prior to that, she worked at Mercy University in the School of Business for six years, supporting five graduate business programs (MBA, MS Accounting, MS Business Analytics, MS HR Management, and MS Organizational Leadership) as the Director of Job Placement. In this role, she focused on helping students develop career-readiness skills while also partnering with employers across industries in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester.Prior to working in university career development, she was an Executive Recruiter for several years, placing Finance and Accounting candidates into Fortune 50 to Fortune 500 companies, primarily in Manhattan. She began her career in public accounting.In her spare time, she enjoys riding her bicycle, cooking, attending comedy clubs, and cheering on the New York Mets as a proud fan! Melanie Hedvat Marketing Strategist Melanie Hedvat is a graduate of the Sy Syms School of Business, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing in 2024. She first joined the Shevet Glaubach Center in 2023 as a Marketing and Outreach Intern through the YU Israel Summer Internship Program. Following the internship, Melanie continued supporting the SGC as a Student Ambassador and student employee before joining the team full-time as Marketing Strategist.In her role, Melanie develops social media content and marketing materials, creates digital campaigns, supports event promotion initiatives, and helps promote the SGC’s programs, resources, and opportunities across the YU community. Prior to joining the SGC full-time, Melanie gained experience in marketing, creative design, and operations support through roles in the jewelry industry and other business environments.Outside of work, Melanie enjoys sketching fashion and accessory designs, exploring New York City, and listening to music. Ariella Suchow Associate Director of Career Advising B.A., Brandeis University M.A., Emerson College Ph.D., Boston College Ariella joined the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy & Professional Development at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 as Associate Director of Career Advising in the summer of 2025. Prior to that, she served as the Director of Student Success at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 for two years. As Director of Student Success, she focused on creating and implementing individualized, holistic support systems for YU students through close collaboration with student-facing departments at YU — including the Counseling Center, Disability Services, the Learning Success Center, and Academic Advising.Ariella began her career as a K-12 drama and dance teacher, as well as an interdisciplinary program designer and manager. Her doctoral work at the Boston College Lynch School of Education and Human Development provided her with opportunities to work with undergraduate students as a student teacher supervisor and professor. Through this work, she developed a passion for mentoring undergraduate students preparing for life after college.Ariella is originally from Great Neck, New York. She lives in Lower Manhattan with her husband, two daughters, and a very large cat. Susan L. Bauer Assistant Vice President and Executive Director M.S.Ed., Fordham University B.S., University of Delaware Susan joined the ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 Career Center in 2016, first as the Director of Employer & Alumni Relations, then as the Executive Director and most recently as the Assistant Vice President and Executive Director of the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy and Professional Development. She began her career working in fashion editorial as an editor before becoming the Fashion Director for MTV Networks where she collaborated with executive producers and recording artists on the overall programming and branding. Susan’s transition into higher education was originally as adjunct faculty at the Fashion Institute of Technology and LIM College, teaching career development courses at both institutions. Before joining ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, she was the Senior Director of Experiential Education & Career Management at LIM College. Susan earned her Associate of Applied Science from the Fashion Institute of Technology, her Bachelor of Science in Human Resources from the University of Delaware, and her Master of Science in Education from Fordham University. Susan enjoys being a soccer mom, cooking, Ted Lasso, and doing anything close to the ocean with her dog Lucy and her family. Todd Lotcpeich Senior Director of Employer Relations and Engagement M.S., Manhattan College B.B.A., LIM College Todd joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2018. Before YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录), he worked at LIM College for over eleven years in the employer relations, career management, and experiential education functions. Todd earned a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Manhattan College and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Fashion Merchandising from LIM College. In addition to his higher education career, Todd has experience in industry at organizations such as Eastern Mountain Sports and Neiman Marcus. In his spare time, Todd enjoys the majestic mountains of the Northeast (especially in winter), the ocean, and walking around his small town on the coast of NJ. Sharon Mella-Reyes Director of Career Strategy Advising M.A., Manhattan College B.S., Syracuse University Sharon joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2018. Sharon began her career working in the nonprofit industry for UNITE Here as a member of the Union Health Center's professional staff, working first as the Special Assistant to both the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer, and then shortly after assumed the managing role of the Benefits Counseling unit, focused primarily on servicing those affected by the September 11th attacks. Sharon went on to become the Human Resources Generalist for the company, overseeing recruiting, hiring, payroll and benefits including physician certification with individual insurance plans. Sharon transitioned into Higher Education originally as an Academic Advisor at St. Francis College advising primarily first year students, before being asked to teach the first Career Development course where her passion for Career Counseling was uncovered. Over the course of the last decade Sharon has been in the field of Career Services at LIM College, most recently as the Associate Director of Career Management before joining YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录). Sharon earned her B.S. in Child and Family Studies from Syracuse University, and a Master of Art in Counseling from Manhattan College. In her free time, she enjoys being with her family, planning trips to visit friends and family, and watching Netflix and Hulu Originals. Daniel Coleman Senior Associate Director of Career Advising M.B.A., Hofstra University B.S., Middlesex University Daniel is the Sr. Associate Director of Career Advising, having joined YU in 2018 after a distinguished career in healthcare, where he was awarded for improving the customer experience and designing initiatives that facilitated critical decision-making. Daniel holds an MBA from Hofstra, several patents, and a Bachelor of Science in Management and Marketing from Middlesex University Business School in London. He moved to New York 20 years ago to attend ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录. In his spare time, Daniel is proud to serve his State on NY’s research ethics committee (IRB) and his country as a Captain in the US Air Force (Reserves). Naomi Kapp Associate Director of Career Advising MS. Ed., Brooklyn College B.A., New York University Naomi has worked most of her professional career at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in the various incarnations of the Shevet Glaubach Center. Prior to YU (♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录), Naomi worked at Touro College, founding their first Career Center, and then moved to FEGS (Federation Employment & Guidance Service) and the YMCA, coaching professionals interested in career change or professional advancement. Naomi earned her Bachelor of Arts at NYU (New York University) double majoring in Political Science and Sociology and earning a NYS Teaching License in Social Studies. Afterwards she attended Brooklyn College’s Master of Science in Education in the Guidance and Counseling program and earned an Advanced Certificate in Counseling to work as a Guidance Counselor in NYS. In Naomi’s free time she hosts Shabbat meals, loves all types of music (except opera), and is an avid movie goer. Anagh Sharma Assistant Director, STEM Career Advising M.S., Data Analytics and Visualization, Katz School of Science and Health, ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录B.E., Computer Science, Shri G S Institute of Technology & ScienceAnagh is a ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 alumnus who earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Shri G S Institute of Technology & Science and his Master of Science in Data Analytics and Visualization from the Katz School of Science and Health. After completing his graduate studies in 2024, he joined the Shevet Glaubach Center (SGC), where he currently serves as Assistant Director of STEM Career Advising. In addition to his role in career advising, Anagh also supports data science initiatives for the Shevet Glaubach Center, including the development of the Canvas chatbot and user-focused dashboards.Before transitioning into higher education, Anagh worked as a Data Scientist at Goldman Sachs in India, where he built machine learning models to analyze financial data, developed real-time analytics pipelines, and supported strategic decision-making for Foreign Exchange Swaps.Anagh is passionate about leveraging data and AI to drive meaningful impact and is committed to helping students transform their technical skills into career success.In his free time, Anagh enjoys playing the piano and badminton. John Perez Associate Director, STEM Career Advising & Employer Strategy M.A., Rutgers University B.A., Rutgers University After working as part of Verizon’s HR team focused on college and entry-level recruiting for over seven years, John made the jump into higher ed. He returned to his alma mater and spent close to six years at the Rutgers Business School’s career services office. In this role, he wore multiple hats including career advising, student programming, employer relations and event management. In the Spring of 2019, he accepted a new role with the NJ Institute of Technology (NJIT) as an Assistant Director on their employer relations team. In addition to managing all interviewing initiatives at NJIT, he cultivated existing and new recruiter relationships to provide employment opportunities for a student population of 11,000 undergraduates and graduate students. He has a sweet tooth, enjoys exploring the restaurant scene and has been on all seven continents—his favorite being Antarctica! Jim MacWhorter Associate Director of Career Advising and Technology Systems M.A., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania B.S. Ed., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Jim joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2020. Previously he was working at Sarah Lawrence College as Associate Director, Employer Relations. In addition to working with employers, he also provided career coaching, assisted with event management, and oversaw the SLCeeds Ideation to Innovation program; a program focused on incorporating theory into practice in an entrepreneurial learning environment. Prior to this experience, Jim has many years of experience in education nationwide. He earned his Master of Arts in History and his Bachelor of Science in Education from Shippensburg University. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the great outdoors and finding interesting dining establishments. Jordan Stecker Assistant Director of Career Advising Ed.M., Teachers College, Columbia University M.A., Teachers College, Columbia University B.S., Roy H. Park School of Communications, Ithaca College Jordan Stecker joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in July 2023. Jordan has a background in counseling with a special emphasis on career advising and social-emotional care. He has notably provided psychological and educational support to United States Military Veterans, public school students, older individuals who overcame homelessness and abuse, non-traditional college students, etc. Jordan earned a Master of Education in School Counseling, a Master of Arts in Psychological Counseling, and Advanced Certificate in College Advising, all from Teachers College, Columbia University (TC). He earned his Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communication from Ithaca College (IC). Jordan began his work in the career development industry at IC when chairing two professional development programs, namely “the Mentoring Initiative for Networking and Development (MIND)” and the award-winning “Professional Achievement and Career Excellence Club (PACE)”.In 2024, Jordan became one of the youngest faculty members appointed at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, where he teaches courses in psychology.Jordan is a New York State Certified School Counselor, Public Speaker, and Certified Veteran Sponsor through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Hailing from Long Island New York, he resides in Manhattan where he enjoys exploring New York City, testing out new recipes, and mastering his photography skills. Barbara Lerman-Kang Associate Director of Employer Relations & Marketing Strategy M.S.Ed, CUNY (City University of New York), Baruch CollegeB.A., SUNY, Purchase CollegeBarbara has been an integral part of the Employer Relations team at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 since 2019. In her role as the Associate Director of Employer Relations and Marketing Strategy, she leads the recruiting processes with employer partners under the guidance of the Senior Director. Barbara works closely with alumni and other professionals to connect them with ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 students through various initiatives, including recruiting events, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities. Before joining ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录, Barbara served as the Senior Career Coach at LIM College, where she first gained experience in employer relations and discovered her passion for this field. She holds a Master of Science in Education in Higher Education Administration from CUNY Baruch College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SUNY Purchase College. Outside of work, Barbara enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her two energetic daughters, her adventurous husband, and their dog Duke. Susan Sheldon Alumni Relations Coordinator M.S., National Louis University B.A., Stern College for Women Susan Kirshner-Sheldon is the alumni relations coordinator for ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in Israel. Her professional background includes human resources management and operations for hi-tech healthcare companies and since making Aliyah in 2014, she has focused on coordinating both corporate and private events. Susan earned her M.S. in Human Resources from National Louis University and B.A. in English Communications from Stern College for Women. She currently lives in Jerusalem. Michael Shamilov Assistant Director of Employer Relations & Programs Michael Shamilov joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 as the Office Coordinator & Executive Assistant in 2024. Michael is an experienced event and program coordinator with a strong background in youth programming, outreach, and community mobilization. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Children & Youth Studies with a minor in Marketing from Brooklyn College. His skills include team management, event planning, and outreach, with fluency in English and Russian. In his free time, Michael enjoys listening to music, spending time in nature, and hanging out with friends and family. Sara Kandis Office Coordinator & Executive Assistant Sara Kandis joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2025 and serves as the Office Coordinator and Executive Assistant. In this role, she supports the daily operations of the office and assists with administrative coordination, event logistics, and office management to help ensure the Career Center provides a seamless and supportive experience for students, staff, and employer partners. A proud New Jersey native, Sara earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She brings strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills to her work, helping facilitate programs and initiatives that support students’ professional development. Outside of work, Sara enjoys going for walks, exploring new food spots, couponing, and spending time with her cat. Barrie Shackman Finance Recruiting Coach M.B.A. NYU Stern School of BusinessB.A. Vassar CollegeBarrie joined ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 in 2025. Prior to that, she worked at Mercy University in the School of Business for six years, supporting five graduate business programs (MBA, MS Accounting, MS Business Analytics, MS HR Management, and MS Organizational Leadership) as the Director of Job Placement. In this role, she focused on helping students develop career-readiness skills while also partnering with employers across industries in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester.Prior to working in university career development, she was an Executive Recruiter for several years, placing Finance and Accounting candidates into Fortune 50 to Fortune 500 companies, primarily in Manhattan. She began her career in public accounting.In her spare time, she enjoys riding her bicycle, cooking, attending comedy clubs, and cheering on the New York Mets as a proud fan! Melanie Hedvat Marketing Strategist Melanie Hedvat is a graduate of the Sy Syms School of Business, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing in 2024. She first joined the Shevet Glaubach Center in 2023 as a Marketing and Outreach Intern through the YU Israel Summer Internship Program. Following the internship, Melanie continued supporting the SGC as a Student Ambassador and student employee before joining the team full-time as Marketing Strategist.In her role, Melanie develops social media content and marketing materials, creates digital campaigns, supports event promotion initiatives, and helps promote the SGC’s programs, resources, and opportunities across the YU community. Prior to joining the SGC full-time, Melanie gained experience in marketing, creative design, and operations support through roles in the jewelry industry and other business environments.Outside of work, Melanie enjoys sketching fashion and accessory designs, exploring New York City, and listening to music. Ariella Suchow Associate Director of Career Advising B.A., Brandeis University M.A., Emerson College Ph.D., Boston College Ariella joined the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy & Professional Development at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 as Associate Director of Career Advising in the summer of 2025. Prior to that, she served as the Director of Student Success at ♒Discord 账号 | 安卓真机注册（稳定性较高） | 三绑 - 无头像 | @rambler邮箱可用 | 支持token登录+2FA登录 for two years. As Director of Student Success, she focused on creating and implementing individualized, holistic support systems for YU students through close collaboration with student-facing departments at YU — including the Counseling Center, Disability Services, the Learning Success Center, and Academic Advising.Ariella began her career as a K-12 drama and dance teacher, as well as an interdisciplinary program designer and manager. Her doctoral work at the Boston College Lynch School of Education and Human Development provided her with opportunities to work with undergraduate students as a student teacher supervisor and professor. Through this work, she developed a passion for mentoring undergraduate students preparing for life after college.Ariella is originally from Great Neck, New York. She lives in Lower Manhattan with her husband, two daughters, and a very large cat.
