CAS Celebration of Students Program
Celebration of Students
Friday, April 22, 2022 | 3:00 PM | ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building, 120
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Danelle Shellikoff
Alaska Native Studies
Danelle Alaĝum Dakix Shellikoff asax̂takux̂. Unangax̂ ama Athabascan akux̂. Isanam
ama Grayling tanadgusii ilagaan angix̂takux̂. Danelle Shellikoff is Unangax̂ and Athabascan,
from the villages of False Pass and Grayling. Danelle Shellikoff obtained her General
Studies Associates in Fall of 2021. After the Spring 2022 semester, Danelle will receive
her Associates in Alaska Native Studies. Danelle is also currently in the process
of applying to the Bachelors of Science in Nursing program, with the goal of becoming
a registered nurse in her native community. Danelle is an excellent student, who pays
close attention to details and makes sure that she is present for class.
Christine Castro
Anthropology
Anthropology
Christine Castro is a senior at UAA pursuing her B.A. in Anthropology and a minor
in History. Castro is an exemplary student and has embraced opportunities to learn
about anthropology in both classroom and field settings. In 2020, she assisted with
the faunal analysis for the Chernofski Village Harbor Site in the Aleutian Islands
with Cultural Resource Consultants (CRC) in Anchorage. For the upcoming summer of
2022, she will be participating in her fourth season of archaeological data recovery
and survey for the Sterling Highway project. After graduating, Christine plans to
attend graduate school in Alaska, Washington, or British Columbia to continue her
studies in archaeology.
Lejonique TrimArt
Lejonique Trim is enrolled in Beginning Wheelthrown Ceramics and Intermediate Handbuilt
Ceramics. She goes above and beyond in the research for her projects in both classes.
Lejonique is constantly experimenting and working on several pieces at a time. Three
of her pieces were included in the Hugh McPeck Gallery’s Clay Body Invitational Exhibition
in January 2022. Her perspective and attitude towards ceramics has helped to foster
a more engaging and dynamic studio community.
Ashlee Voorhis
Biology
Ashlee Voorhis is pursuing a B.A. in Biological Sciences with a minor in Geographic
Information Services while also working full time at the UAA/APU Consortium Library.
She has previously worked with Arctic ground squirrels in Dr. Duddleston’s lab at
UAA. A class that Ashlee is looking forward to taking is Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates,
which focuses on the evolutionary, ecological, and physiological implications of shared
organs in vertebrates. After graduation, she wants to use her degree to become a wildlife
biologist and to hopefully work for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game studying
the moose population in Alaska.
Jordyn McNeilChemistry
Jordyn McNeil is pursuing her degree in Biochemistry and has demonstrated academic
excellence in the classroom, in the laboratory, and in our UAA community. She is performing
high impact undergraduate research, mapping metabolic profiling of turtles subjected
to anoxic conditions to inform therapies for cardiac arrest and marine mussels exposed
to crude oil investigating oil spill remediation. Last summer, Jordyn worked on a
project for the US Coast Guard, investigating the toxicity of spilled crude oil and
methods for oil spill contingency plans. Jordyn is also active in Chemistry’s ACS
student chapter and Chemistry Club, representing as Treasurer.
Elsa SnodderlyEnglish
Elsa Snodderly is pursuing her B.A. in English and has a deep love for literature,
which has only expanded through the course of her degree. While at UAA, Elsa has also
rediscovered her love of writing and has taken a minor in creative writing in hopes
of further developing that skill. After graduating, Elsa hopes to take the next steps
towards becoming a librarian so she may continue to share her love of literature with
her community.
Kellie RichmondEnvironmental Studies
Kellie Richmond is a junior pursuing a B.A. in Environment and Society with a social
concentration, and a minor in Geographic Information Services. Kellie’s appreciation
for the state’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and culture only grows the more she
learns about it. She is interested in learning more about the use of this traditional
knowledge as a way to assist with conservation efforts and adaptation from climate
change. Last fall, Kellie worked for 61 North Environmental as a Protected Species
Observer to track and monitor the endangered Cook Inlet beluga whale population.
Preston Weeks
Geological Sciences
Preston Weeks is a junior pursuing a B.A. in Geological Sciences. Preston has an interest
in geology due to his hobby of rock collecting which began at a young age. He plans
on graduating in the Spring/Summer of 2023 and will begin the search for graduate
programs this fall to continue his education in geoscience. This summer Preston was
selected for an internship with Logic Geophysics & Analytics LLC, a geophysical consulting
firm based in Anchorage. Preston will receive on the job training in the use of geophysical
tools including ground-penetrating radar, seismic, GNSS, and resistivity.
Denile AultHistory
Denile Ault is pursuing her degree in History. Since her return to UAA to finish her
degree, Denile has shown that she is a leader in course discussions- one who can both
answer and ask questions intelligently and articulately and whose demeanor and engagement
generates excitement among her peers. She is currently doing phenomenal work on an
oral history project that highlights issues of identity among Alaska Native traditional
healers on the 50th anniversary of ANCSA.
Micah NaulsInternational Studies
Micah Nauls is seeking his degree in International Studies. According to his professors,
Micah is a gem to have in the class, he was a standout discussant, often sharing insights
far beyond his years. He was an engaged and responsive learner throughout the semester.
Micah was one of the top students in the PHIL 301 Ethics class in the fall. Micah
is affable, down to earth, well-rounded and civic-minded.
Charlotte FlynnJournalism and Public Communications
Charlotte Flynn is pursuing her B.A. in Journalism and Public Communications. She
currently works as a research technician monitoring online health misinformation as
part of the Alaska Misinformation Response Project. Partnering with collaborators
at Yale University, Rutgers University and others, this project is the first of its
kind in the U.S. Charlotte has also worked as a public affairs intern for the First
Alaskans Institute with Alaska Airlines and served as a business development intern
and proposal coordinator for Bering Straits Native Corporation.
Ella BrynerLanguages
Ella Bryner is pursuing concurrent B.A. degrees in International Studies, Languages,
and Political Science. Her focus in the Department of Languages is Spanish. Ella has
been regularly participating in the student club, La Tertulia, and has sought important
leadership positions in UAA’s student government. Ella has been a member of the Model
UN on campus for several years. In addition to her academic pursuits and her participation
in UAA organizations, Ella also maintains an off-campus job. Ella plans to spend the
next academic year studying in Granada and Seville, Spain, where she plans to apply
all the knowledge she has learned at UAA to real-world experiences.
Daniel ConfaloneMathematics and Statistics
Daniel Confalone is pursuing his degree in Mathematics, and has been an excellent
student in all his mathematics courses. Additionally, Daniel is a tutor in the math
lab. He has a very good reputation as a tutor, and is sought after by students in
lower division mathematics and statistics courses for help. Daniel is an energetic
and enthusiastic student of mathematics. He is currently applying to Research Experience
for Undergraduate programs in mathematics around the country.
Jaden ReedMusic
Jaden Reed is a freshman in the Bachelor of Music Performance Program. He has distinguished
himself as a gifted musician and performer, winning first place in the National Association
of Teachers of Singing Music Theater Competition, upper college division. Jaden won
first place in this division at both the district and northwest regional levels. Jaden
recently performed in featured roles with the UAA Opera and Music Theater Ensemble
in Fairbanks.
Tunca Isik AskinPhilosophy
Tunca Isik Askin is a junior double majoring in Philosophy and History. He is the
current president of the UAA Philosophy Club and the co-creator and co-host of a philosophy
podcast on Spotify, where he has interviewed prominent intellectuals, including Noam
Chomsky. Tunca is currently serving as the President of the UAA Philosophy Club. In
2022, he was the winner of the UAA Undergraduate Philosophy Essay Contest for his
paper, “Noemata: Abstract Objects and ontic Determiners.” Tunca presented this paper
as the student keynote at the UAA Undergraduate Philosophy Conference.
Katherine SakeagakPhysics and Astronomy
Katherine Sakeagak is pursuing a dual major in Civil Engineering and Mathematics along
with plans to complete a minor in Physics as well. She has conducted multiple high-quality
research projects working with faculty in the UAA Physics and Astronomy department,
starting through the Alaska URISE program and studying galaxy evolution with Dr. Erin
Hicks. Katherine has presented her research at the Alaska URISE Research Celebration
in 2019, and the Alaska Space and Grant Symposia in 2021 and upcoming in 2022.
Matt GreenPolitical Science
Matt Green is pursuing a degree in Political Science and International Studies. Matt
is heavily involved with the Model UN at UAA. He worked closely with Professor Kimberly
Pace to develop the first Fall Virtual Model United Nations Conference. Matt served
as the Secretary General for the Fall conference, and as the President of the General
Assembly for the Spring conference with over 100 participants. Matt also serves as
a CESA, a representative for USUAA, and is a member of the Honors College in the Leadership
Track.
Haley DuryeaPsychology
Haley Duryea is a junior pursuing a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Justice. She
is currently on a research team through UAF that studies isolation and loneliness
in older adults and the effects of COVID with suggestions on how to improve well-being.
Haley is also a part of the Seawolf Mentor program, a program hosted through the Mentor
Collective. In this program. Haley has several mentees as well as a mentor.
Tylantiss AtlasSociology
Tylantiss Atlas is pursuing a degree in Sociology. She chose to major in sociology
her freshman year because she was in a class called Sports and Society. Taking this
course allowed her to have a different outlook and perspective on situations going
on around her. Ever since, sociology has been something that continues to be intriguing.
Tylantiss has been a full-time student athlete while working on campus at a part-time
job. As a student athlete, Tylantiss loves UAA and the academic resources provided.
Jocelyn LewisWomen's and Gender Studies
Jocelyn Lewis is a committed student in the Women’s and Gender Studies program. She
shares generously with her thoughts and experience, enriching the class experience
for herself and others. According to her professors, Jocelyn is always eager to learn.
She engages deeply, is passionate about and is committed to feminism and gender studies.
Jocelyn is a pre-major in Nursing Science. Her background in Women’s and Gender Studies
will stand her in good stead in the medical professions.
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