Watauga Leadership

Karson Dickens, President

Karson

Hi! I’m from Greensboro, NC, where I live with my mom, dad, older sister, and our calico cat (easily the best family member). I'm studying Therapeutic Humanities—a major I created through App’s Interdisciplinary Studies program -- with minors in Watauga and Chemistry. I’m also the Student Co-Director for Watauga Peer Advising, so feel free to reach out with any scheduling questions. When I’m not studying, I’m probably binging a new show, strolling King St, or hanging with friends. Can’t wait for an amazing year with you all!

Charlotte Burns, Communications Coordinator

Charlotte 

Hi!! I am a sophomore from Greensboro, NC. I am majoring in Electronic Media/Broadcasting with a minor in New Media and Digital Cultures. I love reading, watching movies, and hanging out with my friends and family. I am also a Watauga Peer Advisor this year so if you have any questions feel free to reach out! I can’t wait to meet you guys and start making cool content to promote Watauga!

Zayna Sheridan, Alumni Liaison

Zayna

My name is Zayna, this is my fourth year in the Alumni Liaison role! I am a Sustainable Development: Sustainable Agriculture major, with a minor in Experiential, Integrative Learning (Also called the Watauga Minor). I am also the student co-director of Watauga peer advising and an Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader (SOUL). When I am not doing things for Watauga I like to be writing poetry, crafting, or doing things in nature, if not working in the PSU game room of course!

Brianna Moreira, Volunteer Coordinator

Brianna

Hi, my name is Brianna and I’m a sophomore majoring in Nursing and a minor in Chemistry. I am from Clayton, NC and I love hiking, watching movies, listening to music, and thrifting. I have volunteered at Wine to Water, New River Conservancy, UNC Health Appalachia, and Habitat for Humanity. I can’t wait to get to know all of you throughout this school year!

Princess Holmes, SGA and Second Year Representative

Princess  

Heyyyy, my name is Princess and I am your Second Year Representative. I am originally from Greensboro NC and then moved to a small town called Nashville NC. I am a Healthcare Management major with a minor in political science. I love listening to music, connecting with others, and learning new things. My goal for this school year is to create new bonds with new individuals and build a proactive and safe community.

Hunter Poturaj, Third Year Representative

 Hunter

Hi! My name is Hunter, and this will be my first year serving Watauga Leadership as I take on the role of Third Year Representative. Having moved from Eastern Australia 4 years ago, I am a Junior majoring in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science. I am aiming to pursue a career as a doctor in Physical Therapy for regular people and athletes. When I’m not working on schoolwork or attending a Watauga event, I play rugby for the University men’s club: AHO RFC. If you’d like to chat about classes, are interested in rugby, or need help please let me know!

Brynleigh Armstrong, Vice President

Brynleigh

Hey everyone! I am a junior from Cary, NC. I am majoring in chemistry with a concentration in forensic sciences. This will be my first year on Watauga Leadership, and I am so excited to work with everyone! I am also a peer advisor this year, so I will be available for all kinds of support! I often spend my free time coloring, talking about my dogs (two little ones named Sadie and Delaney) and hanging with friends. Can’t wait to do amazing things in Watauga this year!

Aurora "Mars" Freeman, Equality and Campus Connections

Aurora Freeman

Hi! You can call me Mars or Aurora, I really don’t mind! I am a third year Theatre Education Major from Greenville, NC. This is my second year on leadership, but my first in this position! I enjoy acting, directing, listening to music,  being outside, looking for bugs.  hanging out with my cat, and being with  friends  and family. I love this community and I can’t wait to get to know everyone and do great things with WRC this year!

Sierra Russell, Committee Coordinator

 Sierra

Hi! I’m Sierra Russell from Charlotte, NC. I’m majoring in Biology with a concentration in molecular/cellular biology, with minors in chemistry and animal science. I’m on the vet school track and excited to start my first year on Watauga leadership! When I’m not studying, I love hiking, baking, and reading. I have 2 dogs, a german doberman mix named Jäger and a poodle mutt mix named Charlie. I’m really looking forward to working with this year’s Wataugans!

Alexis Beittel, Recruitment Co-Coordinator

 Alexis

Hi! I’m Alexis. I’m from Aberdeen, NC. This is my second year serving as a Watauga leader. I’m a junior, and I’m majoring in Sustainable Development with an environmental science concentration and a minor in Studio Art. I am also an Appol Corps director. I love thrifting, creative writing, sipping tea, and making smoothies. Let me know how I can help out!

Elijah Heath, Recruitment Co-Coordinator

 Eli

Hey y’all! My name is Elijah Heath, and I am from Fort Barnwell, NC. I am majoring in General Mathematics. Outside of being your recruitment co-coordinator, I am also the Treasurer of SGA, a WRC peer advisor, a math tutor, and a TA! Outside of those things, I love reading, watching tv,  and getting a drink from 7-brew (if u regularly go there, let me know your go-to order). I can’t wait to work with you all this year!