INFORMATION FOR
Senior Orientation LeaderAngelina Reyes
Hometown:Clifton, NJ
Class:Senior
Major:Communications - Media Studies
Fun Fact:One of my favorite trilogies is the Lord of the Rings movies
What do you love about WP?:I love how diverse this university is. It is so easy to meet someone who’s from a different country.
Senior Orientation LeaderCasey Kitzo
Hometown:Paterson, NJ
Class:Junior
Major:Computer Science
Fun Fact:My acronym is the pronunciation of my first name (KC -Casey)
What do you love about WP?:The community and people at WP.
Returning Orientation LeaderAnnelisse Martinez
Hometown:Elmwood Park, NJ
Major:Accounting
Fun Fact:I like to read!
What do you love about WP?I love the community at William Paterson.
Returning Orientation LeaderJeremy Tavares
Major:Business Management
Fun Fact:I am a only child.
What do you love about WP?I love the amazing people you meet on the way (Including staff).There’s always an opportunity for you to get involved and make connections.
Returning Orientation LeaderAriana Collazo
Hometown:West Milford, NJ
Fun Fact:I love watching dystopian movies and TV shows.
What do you love about WP?I love the welcoming environment and the opportunities that gives students a chance to excel in the field they chose.
Returning Orientation LeaderAlexa Marie Aguirre
Hometown:Bloomfield, NJ
Major:Sports Management
Fun Fact:I’m obsessed with matcha.
What do you love about WP?My professors, mentors, and friends.
New Orientation LeaderAlisha Pokharel
Hometown:Nepal
Fun Fact:I’m full of adventures—I love exploring new places, connecting with people from all walks of life, and above all, I value peace of mind and heart. That’s what keeps me grounded and inspired every day.What do you love about WP?:As an international student, adjusting was hard at first, but transferring to WP changed everything for me. The supportive staff and fun events helped me make friends, relax, and feel less stressed before finals. I’m a new Alisha; WP truly changed my life, and I’m so happy I chose this university.
New Orientation LeaderMichael Koutsokoumnis
Hometown:Kinnelon, NJ
Major:Human Resource Management
Fun Fact:I was an orientation leader at County College Of Morris.
What do you love about WP?:I love how it’s a community and that everyone is welcoming.
New Orientation LeaderFranny Dorlus
Hometown:East Orange, NJ
Class:Sophomore
Major:Criminal Justice
Fun Fact:I can eat ice cream with my teeth.
What do you love about WP?:I love how everyone is so nice and very respectful.Also, I really love how diverse it is and meeting different cultures and backgrounds here at WPU🧡
New Orientation LeaderDanielle Cariaga
Hometown:River Edge, NJ
Major:Nursing
Fun Fact:I play 4 instruments!What do you love about WP?:I love that WP provides so many opportunities to network and to explore hobbies and interests outside of your major!
New Orientation LeaderJessica Bangura
Hometown:Edison, NJClass:Sophomore
Major:Biology
Fun Fact:I have completed over 50 hours of community service in one semester.
What do you love about WP?:Something I love about WP is how there are unlimited amounts of resources that helps a student thrive academically and socially.
New Orientation LeaderJanine Nangini
Hometown:Livingston, NJ
Major:Speech Language Pathology / Community Development and Social JusticeFun Fact:My first concert was Bryson Tiller!
What do you love about WP?:I love how everyone comes together especially common hour on a sunny day.
New Orientation Leader Chrishelle Paulino
Hometown:North Bergen, NJ
Major:Organismal Biology
Fun Fact:I can braid hair.
What do you love about WP?:I love the strong community and how staff and students are always supportive.
New Orientation LeaderMei-Li Martinez
Hometown:Jersey City, NJ
Major:Public Health
Fun Fact:I am apart of Greek Life on campus as a sister of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority Inc. & my ethnicity is Puerto Rican, Dominican, and Chinese which is where my first name comes from, it is Chinese meaning Beautiful flower.
What do you love about WP?:Seeing that the energy on campus is always lively and positive from the students as well as staff; There is always someone who’s willing to help you out with anything you need. It feels like a big home with people of all different backgrounds coming together to enjoy having fun and working hard to get their education.
New Orientation LeaderJhuleynny Diaz Martinez
Major:Psychology / Disability Studies
Fun Fact:I'm fluent in both English & Spanish.
What do you love about WP?:Resources, people, and Einstein bagels :)
New Orientation LeaderJahzeel Lintag
Hometown:Lincoln Park, NJ
Major:Information Technology
Fun Fact:I love going to concerts!
What do you love about WP?:I love the people at WP! They make the college experience unforgettable.
New Orientation LeaderChelsey Kizito
Fun Fact:I love animals.
What do you love about WP?:The people, student clubs , the ambiance of the campus, coffee at Einstein’s.
New Orientation LeaderAnayah Rodriguez
Hometown:Passaic, NJ
Fun Fact:My favorite animals are ducks.
What do you love about WP?:I love that there’s always something to look forward too and you’ll meet so many people.
New Orientation LeaderAshley Roa
Major:Studio Art
Fun Fact:One of my hobbies is skateboarding.
What do you love about WP?:I love how diverse and inclusive it is. Everyone accepts each other regardless of differences.
New Orientation LeaderSehaj Kaur Osan
Hometown:Carlstadt, NJ
Fun Fact:I speak five languages, which is impressive until someone asks me to “say something in all of them” and I realize this is my villain origin story.
What do you love about WP?:What I love most about WPU is the community. It’s big enough to offer opportunity, but small enough that your voice actually matters. Whether you’re in the Student Center, the Rec, or just passing someone on the way to class, there’s always someone you know, someone ready to support you, and always something going on. It feels like a campus where your story can really start- and people cheer you on while it unfolds.
New Orientation LeaderAshley Agudelo
Major:Legal Studies
Fun Fact:I love the spring and summer time.
What do you love about WP?I love how diverse WPU is definitely feel like I can be me here.
New Orientation LeaderTamara Calderon
Hometown:Dover, NJ
Major:Social Work
Fun Fact:I have two cats! I love cats 😸🫶🏼
What do you love about WP?The people I've met through my classes including professors and advisors. It's a great community!
New Orientation LeaderArnav Sarna
Hometown:Chandigarh, India / Princeton, NJ
Fun Fact:I have experience in aeronautics and know how to construct and fly airplanes, drones and Helicopters.
What do you love about WP?:The strong sense of community and belonging on campus in terms of diversity of students, especially international, first-gen, and LGBTQIA+ students, creates an inclusive environment where people can find their people. Additionally, I love that the WP community offers a safe space for self-discovery and personal as well as professional growth. I’m able to navigate this part of myself while being supported by friends and campus organizations that understand the importance of representation and belonging.
New Orientation LeaderAdarsha Mishra
Hometown:Kathmandu, Nepal
Major:Computer Science & Mathematics
Fun Fact:I hiked 4300 meters!
What do you love about WP?:Its small, friendly tight knit community.
