ALLISON MUSSER
Associate Director, Career Coaching & Strategic Partnerships801-585-5049
amusser@sa.utah.edu
ALLISON MUSSER
Associate Director, Career Coaching & Strategic PartnershipsAllison has been with the Career and Professional Development Center since May 2017. As a transfer student (she went to 3 colleges before finally landing at Cal State Fullerton!), who majored in what her family told her to, she knows what it’s like not to know who you are, or what you want to do with your life. Thankfully, she discovered her passion for supporting and coaching college students during her time as a New Student Orientation Leader, which she attributes to being one of the most pivotal moments in her career trajectory. Allison’s journey has allowed her to work with students in both small and large, public and private institutions including Academic Advising at the University of Southern California, and most recently Experiential Learning at Pomona College. In her spare time, you can find Allison volunteering at the Best Friends Animal Society – Utah, playing softball, line dancing, or watching HGTV home renovation shows (preferably Fixer Upper or Rehab Addict).
Hometown: Chino Hills, CA | Hashtag: #californiagirlinautahworld | Education: MS in College Counseling & Student Development, Azusa Pacific University | BA in Business Administration; Marketing concentration, California State University, Fullerton | First Job: Cashier and Fry Maker (fake title, true description; I smelled like grease all summer) at Chronis Famous Sandwich Shop in East Los Angeles. If you’re ever in LA, you must make time for chili cheese fries and pastrami at “Chronis”!
801-585-5049Hometown: Chino Hills, CA | Hashtag: #californiagirlinautahworld | Education: MS in College Counseling & Student Development, Azusa Pacific University | BA in Business Administration; Marketing concentration, California State University, Fullerton | First Job: Cashier and Fry Maker (fake title, true description; I smelled like grease all summer) at Chronis Famous Sandwich Shop in East Los Angeles. If you’re ever in LA, you must make time for chili cheese fries and pastrami at “Chronis”!
amusser@sa.utah.edu
ANNA RENZETTI
Schedule AppointmentCoaching Focuses: Business and Financial Management, Consulting, Counseling & Social Services, Energy, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Human Resources & Training, Mining, Nonprofit, Philanthropy & Fundraising, Sustainability
Campus Partnerships: The Dream Center, Fraternity and Sorority Life Trio, Union Programming Council, The International Students & Scholars Office
College Liaisons: College of Mines & Earth Sciences, College of Social Work
Anna was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, however for the past 13 years she was living and working in Seattle, WA. There, Anna attended Western Washington University, where she grappled with choosing a direction for her own career. Through the many ups and downs of college, Anna discovered her passion and drive to support students through their own individual career journeys. Since getting her master's degree in Student Development Administration, she has been supporting a diverse range of students, including undergraduates, first-generation college students, and graduate students. Prior to her work in higher education, she worked in the non-profit sector and spent some time supporting adults with disabilities at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
Anna considers herself a lifelong learner who enjoys collaborating with and learning from others. It is her goal to motivate and empower students to see their innate strengths and abilities, and to follow a career path that is most fulfilling to them. In her down time, Anna enjoys hiking with her dog Boots, staying balanced through yoga, and seeing a play or live music.
Hometown: Holladay, UT | Hashtag: #livinginthemoment | Education: MEd in Student Development Administration, Seattle University | BH in Communication Studies, Western Washington University | First Job: Making smoothies at Jamba Juice!
801-585-7838Campus Partnerships: The Dream Center, Fraternity and Sorority Life Trio, Union Programming Council, The International Students & Scholars Office
College Liaisons: College of Mines & Earth Sciences, College of Social Work
Anna was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, however for the past 13 years she was living and working in Seattle, WA. There, Anna attended Western Washington University, where she grappled with choosing a direction for her own career. Through the many ups and downs of college, Anna discovered her passion and drive to support students through their own individual career journeys. Since getting her master's degree in Student Development Administration, she has been supporting a diverse range of students, including undergraduates, first-generation college students, and graduate students. Prior to her work in higher education, she worked in the non-profit sector and spent some time supporting adults with disabilities at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
Anna considers herself a lifelong learner who enjoys collaborating with and learning from others. It is her goal to motivate and empower students to see their innate strengths and abilities, and to follow a career path that is most fulfilling to them. In her down time, Anna enjoys hiking with her dog Boots, staying balanced through yoga, and seeing a play or live music.
Hometown: Holladay, UT | Hashtag: #livinginthemoment | Education: MEd in Student Development Administration, Seattle University | BH in Communication Studies, Western Washington University | First Job: Making smoothies at Jamba Juice!
arenzetti@sa.utah.edu
CARMEN GOLD-JOHNSON
Schedule AppointmentCoaching Focuses: Government, Legal Professions & Criminal Justice, Military, Politics & Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Sciences
Campus Partnerships: Center for Ethnic Student Affairs (CESA), Student Success Advocates, Sustainability Office, Veteran’s Center
College Liaisons: College of Social & Behavioral Science
Carmen was born and raised in Riverton, Utah. Carmen grew up loving soccer and always dreamed of being a teacher. Attended the University of Utah for undergrad in Art Education and Art Technology. While in undergrad Carmen was involved in various student leadership activities which lead to a passion in working with students and their student development. Carmen just recently received a Master's Degree in Education Leadership and Policy. Still a strong art and soccer lover and is now is loving her work as a career coach, helping students find their dream career!
Hometown: Riverton, UT | Hashtag: #blessed | Education: MEd in Educational Leadership & Policy, University of Utah | BFA in Art Teaching & Minor in Art Technology, University of Utah | First Job: Lifeguard at a water park.
801-585-5065Campus Partnerships: Center for Ethnic Student Affairs (CESA), Student Success Advocates, Sustainability Office, Veteran’s Center
College Liaisons: College of Social & Behavioral Science
Carmen was born and raised in Riverton, Utah. Carmen grew up loving soccer and always dreamed of being a teacher. Attended the University of Utah for undergrad in Art Education and Art Technology. While in undergrad Carmen was involved in various student leadership activities which lead to a passion in working with students and their student development. Carmen just recently received a Master's Degree in Education Leadership and Policy. Still a strong art and soccer lover and is now is loving her work as a career coach, helping students find their dream career!
Hometown: Riverton, UT | Hashtag: #blessed | Education: MEd in Educational Leadership & Policy, University of Utah | BFA in Art Teaching & Minor in Art Technology, University of Utah | First Job: Lifeguard at a water park.
cgold@sa.utah.edu
ERIC BLOOMQUIST
Schedule AppointmentCoaching Focuses: Art & Design, Performing Arts & Entertainment, Physical & Life Sciences, Statistics
Campus Partnerships:Bennion Center
College Liaisons College of Fine Arts, College of Science, Honors College
Eric has been with the Career & Professional Development Center since June of 2014. Prior to this, he worked in the College of Business Administration and the Career Services office at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, advising students on their transition to & through college. In addition to working at the U, Eric sings with the Salt Lake Vocal Artists, and with the worship team at his church. Eric also enjoys traveling as much as he can—he’s been able to travel internationally with the Vocal Artists, and has visited 20 national parks since moving to Utah in 2014.
Hometown: McLean, NE | Hashtag: #bowtiethursday | Education: MA in Educational Administration; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BA in Music; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BSBA, Marketing; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | First Job: Laborer for a local construction company (if you don’t count helping on my dad’s farm as a kid). I learned the reward of hard work, the value of positivity & fun colleagues during mundane tasks, and the importance of sunscreen!
801-581-5624Campus Partnerships:Bennion Center
College Liaisons College of Fine Arts, College of Science, Honors College
Eric has been with the Career & Professional Development Center since June of 2014. Prior to this, he worked in the College of Business Administration and the Career Services office at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, advising students on their transition to & through college. In addition to working at the U, Eric sings with the Salt Lake Vocal Artists, and with the worship team at his church. Eric also enjoys traveling as much as he can—he’s been able to travel internationally with the Vocal Artists, and has visited 20 national parks since moving to Utah in 2014.
Hometown: McLean, NE | Hashtag: #bowtiethursday | Education: MA in Educational Administration; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BA in Music; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BSBA, Marketing; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | First Job: Laborer for a local construction company (if you don’t count helping on my dad’s farm as a kid). I learned the reward of hard work, the value of positivity & fun colleagues during mundane tasks, and the importance of sunscreen!
ebloomquist@sa.utah.edu
LINDSEY KASS-GREEN
Schedule AppointmentCoaching Focuses: Advertising, Event Planning, Journalism, Marketing, Media, Public Relations, Publishing, Undecided, Writing
Campus Partnerships: Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU), Center for Disability & Access
College Liaisons: Academic Advising Center
Lindsey has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since November 2015. Prior to coming to the University, Lindsey served as the Director of Summer Programs at the Brandywine Zoo where she developed conservation education curriculum for children. She has also served as a mental health counselor in a small university in NC and as an equine-assisted therapy counselor.
Hometown: Charlotte, NC | Hashtag: #doghaireverywhere | Education: MS in Mental Health Counseling; Appalachian State University | BS in Psychology, Minor in Women’s Studies; University of North Carolina | First Job: Cashier and Server at Brooklyn South Pizzeria – I ate more free pizza than one should ever eat.
801-581-7993Campus Partnerships: Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU), Center for Disability & Access
College Liaisons: Academic Advising Center
Lindsey has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since November 2015. Prior to coming to the University, Lindsey served as the Director of Summer Programs at the Brandywine Zoo where she developed conservation education curriculum for children. She has also served as a mental health counselor in a small university in NC and as an equine-assisted therapy counselor.
Hometown: Charlotte, NC | Hashtag: #doghaireverywhere | Education: MS in Mental Health Counseling; Appalachian State University | BS in Psychology, Minor in Women’s Studies; University of North Carolina | First Job: Cashier and Server at Brooklyn South Pizzeria – I ate more free pizza than one should ever eat.
lkass@sa.utah.edu
MARY AROLA
Schedule AppointmentCoaching Focuses: Alternative Healthcare, Healthcare & Medicine, Hospitality & Tourism, Nursing, Pre-Med, Sports Management & Recreation
Campus Partnerships: Athletics, Campus Recreation, Mariott Library, MUSE (My U Signature Experience)
College Liaisons: Health
Mary has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since June 2016. Prior to coming to the U, she was attending graduate school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she had Graduate Assistant Positions in Career Services, Study Abroad and New Student and Family Programs. Mary also did a year of service in Madagascar following her undergraduate experience.
Hometown: Virginia, MN | Hashtag: #adventureisoutthere | Education: MEd Educational Policy and Leadership; Marquette University | BA General Studies (Focuses: Business, Psychology and Professional Writing); University of Northern Iowa | First Job: Housekeeper for a hotel – they had cockroaches, but I wasn’t supposed to say anything.
801-585-5062Campus Partnerships: Athletics, Campus Recreation, Mariott Library, MUSE (My U Signature Experience)
College Liaisons: Health
Mary has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since June 2016. Prior to coming to the U, she was attending graduate school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she had Graduate Assistant Positions in Career Services, Study Abroad and New Student and Family Programs. Mary also did a year of service in Madagascar following her undergraduate experience.
Hometown: Virginia, MN | Hashtag: #adventureisoutthere | Education: MEd Educational Policy and Leadership; Marquette University | BA General Studies (Focuses: Business, Psychology and Professional Writing); University of Northern Iowa | First Job: Housekeeper for a hotel – they had cockroaches, but I wasn’t supposed to say anything.
marola@sa.utah.edu
MEGAN RANDALL
Schedule AppointmentCoaching Focuses: Architecture, City Planning, Construction, Design, Engineering , Transportation
Campus Partnerships: Counseling Center, Latter-Day Saint Student Association (LDSSA), Learning Abroad, Refugee Scholarship Program, and Testing Center
College Liaisons: College of Engineering (undergraduates), College of Architecture & Planning
Megan became a member of the Career & Professional Development team in June 2017. Prior to that, Megan served as a Learning Abroad Coordinator at the University of Utah for a year and a half. Before coming to the U, Megan was an on-site intern for a study abroad program in Nicaragua and also taught English to international students in Boston and Tanzania. Since moving to Utah in 2016, Megan has enjoyed getting outside and taking advantage of the Beehive State’s many beautiful hiking trails! She is passionate about travel, language, and culture and enjoys working with and getting to know students from different backgrounds.
Hometown: Starksboro, VT | Hashtag: #reallifeleslieknope | Education: MA in International Education, School for International Training (SIT) Graduate Institute | BA in Sociology, Minors in Anthropology and Women Studies, Skidmore College | First Job: Dishwasher and Catering Setter-Upper at Mary’s Restaurant.
801-587-8480Campus Partnerships: Counseling Center, Latter-Day Saint Student Association (LDSSA), Learning Abroad, Refugee Scholarship Program, and Testing Center
College Liaisons: College of Engineering (undergraduates), College of Architecture & Planning
Megan became a member of the Career & Professional Development team in June 2017. Prior to that, Megan served as a Learning Abroad Coordinator at the University of Utah for a year and a half. Before coming to the U, Megan was an on-site intern for a study abroad program in Nicaragua and also taught English to international students in Boston and Tanzania. Since moving to Utah in 2016, Megan has enjoyed getting outside and taking advantage of the Beehive State’s many beautiful hiking trails! She is passionate about travel, language, and culture and enjoys working with and getting to know students from different backgrounds.
Hometown: Starksboro, VT | Hashtag: #reallifeleslieknope | Education: MA in International Education, School for International Training (SIT) Graduate Institute | BA in Sociology, Minors in Anthropology and Women Studies, Skidmore College | First Job: Dishwasher and Catering Setter-Upper at Mary’s Restaurant.
mrandall@sa.utah.edu
OLGA KINGSBURY
Schedule AppointmentCoaching Focuses: International Students, Self Employment/Entrepreneurship, Freelance, Social Media Branding
Campus Partnerships: Utah Asia Campus, Lassonde Institute, Business School, International Student & Scholar Services
Olga has been with the Career & Professional Development Center since August 2018. Prior to this, she taught English as a Second Language in a private ESL school in Salt Lake City where she also served as a college admissions advisor helping international students apply for college and pursue higher education in the United States. Olga moved to the United States from Russia where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics. She is bilingual and is passionate about assisting students on their way to academic and professional fulfillment. Hometown: Tbilisi, Georgia (born) /Chelyabinsk, Russia (raised) | Hashtag: #macropatiencemicrospeed | Education: MA in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages); West Virginia University | BA in Linguistics; Chelyabinsk State University (Russia) | First job: Interpreter at an international taekwondo championship. I had to translate famous athletes in front of dozens of cameras. It was cool but extremely nerve-racking – those interviews were broadcast worldwide.
801-581-5630Campus Partnerships: Utah Asia Campus, Lassonde Institute, Business School, International Student & Scholar Services
Olga has been with the Career & Professional Development Center since August 2018. Prior to this, she taught English as a Second Language in a private ESL school in Salt Lake City where she also served as a college admissions advisor helping international students apply for college and pursue higher education in the United States. Olga moved to the United States from Russia where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics. She is bilingual and is passionate about assisting students on their way to academic and professional fulfillment. Hometown: Tbilisi, Georgia (born) /Chelyabinsk, Russia (raised) | Hashtag: #macropatiencemicrospeed | Education: MA in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages); West Virginia University | BA in Linguistics; Chelyabinsk State University (Russia) | First job: Interpreter at an international taekwondo championship. I had to translate famous athletes in front of dozens of cameras. It was cool but extremely nerve-racking – those interviews were broadcast worldwide.
okingsbury@sa.utah.edu
FRANCINE MAHAK
Schedule AppointmentColleges: College of Engineering, College of Science, School of Medicine Research Groups
Campus Partnerships: Golden Key Honour Society, The Graduate School
College Liaisons: Graduate students in the College of Engineering & the College of Science
Francine's professional experience has been largely in industry, consulting in technical and business communication, and her academic background is in languages and linguistics. She taught Persian at the University of Utah, then transitioned to the business world (with trepidation, initially) and ended up working with hundreds of engineers and research scientists across a range of industries. She appreciates their practical focus, their willingness to engage and learn, and their sense of humor.
Hometown: Paris, France | Hashtag: #serenefrancine | Education: PhD in Middle East Studies/Persian | MS in Linguistics | BS in Russian | First Job: Pier 1 Cashier, Cambridge, MA. I also did inventory, which was a big challenge back when Pier 1 sold myriad varieties of small brass figurines from exotic countries.
801-585-9076Campus Partnerships: Golden Key Honour Society, The Graduate School
College Liaisons: Graduate students in the College of Engineering & the College of Science
Francine's professional experience has been largely in industry, consulting in technical and business communication, and her academic background is in languages and linguistics. She taught Persian at the University of Utah, then transitioned to the business world (with trepidation, initially) and ended up working with hundreds of engineers and research scientists across a range of industries. She appreciates their practical focus, their willingness to engage and learn, and their sense of humor.
Hometown: Paris, France | Hashtag: #serenefrancine | Education: PhD in Middle East Studies/Persian | MS in Linguistics | BS in Russian | First Job: Pier 1 Cashier, Cambridge, MA. I also did inventory, which was a big challenge back when Pier 1 sold myriad varieties of small brass figurines from exotic countries.
fmahak@sa.utah.edu
CATHY TINGSTROM
Schedule AppointmentColleges: College of Education, College of Health, College of Nursing, College of Social and Behavioral Science, College of Social Work
Campus Partnerships:
College Liaisons:
Bio coming soon...
801-585-5027Campus Partnerships:
College Liaisons:
Bio coming soon...
ctingstrom@sa.utah.edu
DAN MOSESON
Schedule AppointmentColleges: College of Architecture and Planning, College of Education, College of Fine Arts, College of Humanities
Campus Partnerships:
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Dan has been with the Career and Professional Development Center since December of 2018.
As an undergrad at Montclair State University in New Jersey, Dan majored in Religion and Political science, minored in Philosophy and Psychology, volunteered as a DJ and mobile events coordinator at 90.3 WMSC, and ran the campus chapter of STAND: A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition. As a graduate student in the Department of Religion at Syracuse University, Dan stayed involved on and off campus, planning graduate student symposia and skill-building events, serving on a range of university committees, hosting a Saturday night music show on 88.3FM WAER, volunteering for advocacy groups and electoral campaigns, and hiking in the spectacular landscapes of upstate New York. As he moved through his grad program, Dan realized what he liked most was connecting and collaborating with a wide range of people at the university and in the community. He is excited to do continue doing so as a Graduate Career Coach.
In his spare time, you can find Dan exploring (and photographing) Utah’s incredible landscapes, checking out new places in Salt Lake City, running, biking, making pizza, and playing guitar. As a new Utahn, he plans to get back into archery and ham radio, learn to snowshoe, photograph moose in the canyons, build a vast reserve of SPF-rated clothing, and avoid mountain lions. He owns an undisclosed number of cowboy hats, and plans to acquire more.
Hometown: Bloomfield, NJ | Hashtag: #canonrebelt6 | Education: PhD, MA in Religion, Syracuse University | BA in Religion, Political Science, Montclair State University | First Job: Editorial Intern at CQ Amateur Radio magazine. The world of amateur or “ham” radio is full of fascinating people doing amazing things in science, technology, and public service, like bouncing radio signals off meteorite vapor trails, building custom mobile antennas, and providing the only failsafe emergency communications system. My call-sign is KC2OOM.
801-583-0996Campus Partnerships:
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Dan has been with the Career and Professional Development Center since December of 2018.
As an undergrad at Montclair State University in New Jersey, Dan majored in Religion and Political science, minored in Philosophy and Psychology, volunteered as a DJ and mobile events coordinator at 90.3 WMSC, and ran the campus chapter of STAND: A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition. As a graduate student in the Department of Religion at Syracuse University, Dan stayed involved on and off campus, planning graduate student symposia and skill-building events, serving on a range of university committees, hosting a Saturday night music show on 88.3FM WAER, volunteering for advocacy groups and electoral campaigns, and hiking in the spectacular landscapes of upstate New York. As he moved through his grad program, Dan realized what he liked most was connecting and collaborating with a wide range of people at the university and in the community. He is excited to do continue doing so as a Graduate Career Coach.
In his spare time, you can find Dan exploring (and photographing) Utah’s incredible landscapes, checking out new places in Salt Lake City, running, biking, making pizza, and playing guitar. As a new Utahn, he plans to get back into archery and ham radio, learn to snowshoe, photograph moose in the canyons, build a vast reserve of SPF-rated clothing, and avoid mountain lions. He owns an undisclosed number of cowboy hats, and plans to acquire more.
Hometown: Bloomfield, NJ | Hashtag: #canonrebelt6 | Education: PhD, MA in Religion, Syracuse University | BA in Religion, Political Science, Montclair State University | First Job: Editorial Intern at CQ Amateur Radio magazine. The world of amateur or “ham” radio is full of fascinating people doing amazing things in science, technology, and public service, like bouncing radio signals off meteorite vapor trails, building custom mobile antennas, and providing the only failsafe emergency communications system. My call-sign is KC2OOM.
dmoseson@sa.utah.edu
PRESTON NIELSON
Associate Director of Employer Engagement, Partner Employer Contact801-585-5027
pnielson@sa.utah.edu
PRESTON NIELSON
Associate Director of Employer Engagement, Partner Employer ContactIndustries: Health; Science; Finance, Insurance & Consulting; Advertising, Marketing, & PR; Media, Broadcasting & Journalism; Art & Entertainment
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Eric | Mary | Lindsey
801-585-5027Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Eric | Mary | Lindsey
pnielson@sa.utah.edu
LESLIE BOLTON
Employer Engagement Specialist, Job & Career Fair Coordinator801-581-4473
lbolton@sa.utah.edu
LESLIE BOLTON
Employer Engagement Specialist, Job & Career Fair CoordinatorIndustries: Hospitality & Tourism; Sports & Recreation; Retail
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Mary
801-581-4473Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Mary
lbolton@sa.utah.edu
ABHILASHA SACHDEVA
Employer Engagement SpecialistTemporary Assignment: On-Campus Recruiting Coordinator, Handshake Specialist
Industries: Engineering; Energy; Technology; Transportation; Architecture & Urban Planning
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Ella | Francine | Megan
801-585-3338Industries: Engineering; Energy; Technology; Transportation; Architecture & Urban Planning
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Ella | Francine | Megan
asachdeva@sa.utah.edu
STAN INMAN
Director, Career & Professional Development Center, Partner Employer Contact801-585-5029
sinman@sa.utah.edu
STAN INMAN
Director, Career & Professional Development Center, Partner Employer ContactIndustries: Consumer Products
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna
801-585-5029Career Coach Liaisons: Anna
sinman@sa.utah.edu
HANNAH CHRISTENSEN
Marketing Coordinator, Lead Graphic Designer801-585-3348
hchristensen@sa.utah.edu
HANNAH CHRISTENSEN
Marketing Coordinator, Lead Graphic Designer801-585-3348
hchristensen@sa.utah.edu
MARISSA ARMITSTEAD
MARISSA ARMITSTEAD
ELLIE HANSON
ELLIE HANSON
MICHELLE MARTINEZ
MICHELLE MARTINEZ
PAIGE REMINGTON
PAIGE REMINGTON
MCKINLEY RENNISON
MCKINLEY RENNISON
ARIEL REYES
ARIEL REYES
EMILY SEANG
EMILY SEANG
AURORA SIN
AURORA SIN
ALEX SON
ALEX SON
RACHEL SMITH
RACHEL SMITH
JESS THAYNE
JESS THAYNE
VLADA YAREMENKO