Meet the nsp Staff
DEVAN ZGLESZEWSKI, Ed.D.
Director of New Student Programs
She/Her/Hers
dzgleszewski@wcupa.edu
BIO
Dr. Devan K. Zgleszewski has been with the Office of New Student Programs since 2018. She is a first-generation college student and a triple alumni of West Chester University holding a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology, a Masters of Education in Higher Education Counseling, and a Doctorate of Education in Policy, Planning, and Administration. Dr. Zgleszewski's doctoral research centers around the sense of belonging of lower-income, first-generation college students. As the Director of New Student Programs, she offers strategic vision and oversight of all operations and programs. Dr. Zgleszewski enjoys working alongside the New Student Programs team and Orientation Leaders to welcome and onboard new Golden Rams and their families!
GRIFFIN JACKSON
Interim Senior Associate Director of New Student Programs
He/Him/His
gjackson@wcupa.edu
BIO
Griffin is from West Chester and comes from a hospitality and Admissions background. Prior to working at WCU he managed hotels and restaurants up and down the east coast. He came to WCU in 2021 and worked in Admissions, recruiting in Northeast Pennsylvania and also in Chester County. In this role he will be supervising the Orientation Leaders and overseeing communications for New Student events.
JENNIFER RUGGIERO-PATEL, Ed.D.
Senior Associate Director of New Student Programs
She/Her/Hers
jruggiero-patel@wcupa.edu
BIO
Jennifer has served as Senior Associate Director for New Student Programs since 2022. In this role, she plans logistics for new student orientation as well as supervises undergraduate and graduate staff. Prior to her employment at WCU, Jennifer worked in new student orientation & welcome week programming at La Salle University and Goldey-Beacom College. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Monmouth University, a Master of Education from Rutgers University, and, most recently, a Doctor of Education in Policy, Planning, and Administration from West Chester University.
Graduate Intern
Dom Vidal
She/Her/Hers
Dominique is currently a Masters student at West Chester University. She is studying Higher Education Policy and Student Affairs and graduates May 2027. She received her Bachelors in Spanish Language and Cultures from West Chester University in May 2025. She is also an academic advisor in the COMPASS program, where she works with students on academic probation and extended probation.
2026 Orientation Team
Undergraduate Coordinators
Grace Bruckhart
Hometown: Lewisburg, PA
Year: 3rd year
Major: Exercise Science Pre-Physical Therapy, Minor: Biology
Favorite place on campus: Recreation Center
On-Campus Involvement: Colleges Against Cancer, Joyful Journal, Group Fitness, Abbe Society, Exercise is
Medicine (On-Campus)
Advice for new Rams: Get involved in experiences you are passionate about! Choosing
your involvements carefully will help you find friends who share your interests and
values!
Beauty Crawford
Hometown: Downingtown, PA
Year: 4th year
Major: Nutrition- Dietetics Concentration, Minor: Public Health
Favorite place on campus: Dowdy Multicultural Center
On-Campus Involvement: Ram Chef, Student Dietetics Association, African Student Association, Orientation
Leader
Advice for new Rams: Make college what you want to remember and find a balance!
Irene Okonkwo
Hometown: Coatesville, PA
Year: 3rd year
Major: Nutrition- Dietetics Concentration
Favorite place on campus: Sykes Student Union
On-Campus Involvement: African Student Association, Leadership Consultant, Resident Assistant, Orientation
Leader
Advice for new Rams: Save your money!
Michael Stefanowicz
Hometown: Lancaster, PA
Year: 3rd year
Major: Business Analytics, Minor: Civic and Professional Leadership
Favorite place on campus: Sykes Student Union
On-Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader, Astronomy Club, Honors Student Association
Advice for new Rams: Find a balance between academics and fun, and it's okay to take a little time to find
your footing.
Returning Orientation Leaders
Chrissy Archer
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Year: 3rd year
Major: Social Work
Favorite place on campus: Recreation Center
On-Campus Involvement: COMPASS Program, Orientation Leader
Advice for new Rams: Always ask for help, it's very important.
Stephen Beatty
Hometown: West Chester, PA
Year: 3rd year
Major: Supply Chain Management
Favorite place on campus: Francis Harvey Green Library
On-Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader, Spanish Club, Public Relations Student Society of America
Advice for new Rams: Get out there and don’t be afraid
Liz Hensel
Hometown: Mount Pocono, PA
Year: 2nd year
Major: Computer Science
Favorite place on campus: Academic Quad
On-Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader, If You're Reading This Club
Advice for new Rams: Pay attention in class
Maddie McGowan
Hometown: Sharron Hill, PA
Year: 4th year
Major: Psychology
Favorite place on campus: Anderson Hall
On-Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader
Advice for new Rams: Take your first year seriously, it really helps in the long run!
Joey Panunto
Hometown: Lansdale, PA
Year: 2nd year
Major: Early Grades Preparation
Favorite place on campus: Recreation Center
On-Campus Involvement: The Hidden Opponent, Intramural Basketball and Volleyball, Kickboxing Club, Psychology
Club
Advice for new Rams: If you want something just go out and go for it, the results will eventually come
Brooke Pierce
Hometown: Dover, PA
Year: 2nd year
Major: Biology
Favorite place on campus: Francis Harvey Green Library
On-Campus Involvement: Forensics (Speech and Debate Team)- Join the debate team!
Advice for new Rams: Use office hours!
Monica Rojas
Hometown: Downingtown, PA
Year: 2nd year
Major: History with concentration in social studies education
Favorite place on campus: Francis Harvey Green Library
On-Campus Involvement: Colleges Against Cancer, Honors Student Association, Banned and Challenged Books club
Advice for new Rams: Try new things out of your comfort zone! Take advantage of new opportunities.
Zionna Stansbury
Hometown: Chester, PA
Year: 2nd year
Major: Psychology
Favorite place on campus: Academic Quad
On-Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader
Advice for new Rams: Don't be afraid to ask for help because most likely everyone else needs help too
Anna Tran
Hometown: King of Prussia, PA
Year: 2nd year
Major: International Business
Favorite place on campus: Business and Public Management Center
On-Campus Involvement: Asian Student Association
Advice for new Rams: Go to your classes
Orientation Leaders
Coming Soon!
Spanish Interpreters
Alexandra Segura-Nuñez
Hometown: Avondale, PA
Year: 2nd year
Major: Biology- Cell and Molecular Concentration
Favorite place on campus: Sykes Student Union
On-Campus Involvement: Pre-Dental Society, Pre-Medical Student Association, Minorities in Medicine Club
Advice for new Rams: Take one day at a time
Franchelys Hernandéz
Hometown: Dominican Republic
Year: 3rd year
Major: Psychology, Minor: Gender Studies
Favorite place on campus: Francis Harvey Green Library
On-Campus Involvement: Psychology Club, Biology Club, Gender Studies Club
Advice for new Rams: Make friends