Our Staff
Information and Referral Specialists connect people to the community resources they need. Our job is to listen, identify needs and make appropriate referrals. Information and Referral Specialists combine skillful questioning and attentive listening with support and guidance in a process that gives individuals a sense of control and empowerment over their situation. We provide information, resources and options.
Additionally, we each coordinate a project designed to meet our professional growth and direction.
Jessica "Jazz"
My name is Jessica but everyone calls me Jazz. This is my 3rd year on staff. I love playing volleyball, drawing, organizing, and being the best.
Tori
I am a senior and a Sociology major with a minor in Spanish. After graduation, I hope to pursue a career in the non-profit sector. I am currently Staff Development Coordinator.
Amanda
Hi my name is Amanda and I am the Spring Training Coordinator for the Everywoman's Center. It is my second year with EWC and my third year here at UMass. I am a psychology major, sociology minor and I am hoping to become a child psychologist one day. Hopefully it all goes as planned.
Christina
Hi, my name is Christina. I'm a junior English major as well as a student in the STEP graduate teaching program. This is my second year working at EWC and I am Fall Training Coordinator. I hope to use the skills gained in this position to better develop my teaching techniques and strategies.
Rashmi
Hey all! I'm Rashmi, working at Everywoman's Center as the IT specialist. This is my second year here and its a great place to work at!! I'm doing my Masters in Computer Engineering. I have a wide range of interests like food, travel, reading, movies, dancing, music...the list goes on!! I want to live life to the fullest!
Sherwood
H-e-l-l-o!My name is Sherwood but I'm known as Sherboogy!! This ismy second year on staff and I'm majoring in pre-med/kinesiology. I'm excited about this new year and I can't wait for the new adventures to come.
Danitza
Hi, my name is Danitza and I am the frontline and library coordinator at Everywoman's Center. This is my first year on staff and my second year at UMass. I am both a Psychology and Spanish major and I'm also pursuing a Latin American Studies certificate. I enjoy learning about other cultures and meeting people from all over the world. I really hope this site serves as a good resource for all of you out there. Enjoy!
Yosmery
Hello! My name is Yosmery and I am currently a Senior. This is my first year at Everywomen's Center and I am currently the IRIS Coordinator. I am a first generation college student majoring in Sociology and concentrating in Criminal Justice. I hope to pursue a career in Victim Witness Advocacy, so that I may help others who are in need of knowledge and services that may be beneficial to them.
Amanda
Hi! I'm Amanda. I'm a first year staff and the Recruitment Coordinator. I'm currently a Junior and the Risk Management coordinator of Iota Gamma Upsilon sorority. I hope to one day use the skills I have gained here in my professional career as a public health educator or social worker.
Eva
This is my first year at EWC and I'm the new MyCenter Development Coordinator. I started working here because I hope to promote equality and welfare for women everywhere and I love being part of this community. I'm interested in social services within the criminal justice system as well as at-risk youth empowerment, so hopefully I'll be a prison social worker and/or juvenile defender or something in between! I am a member of the S.A.S.A Dhadak Fusion Dance Team and University Chorale, and I mentor in Holyoke middle schools with Student Bridges.
Laura
Hi my name is Laura. I am the Resource Management Coordinator at Everywoman’s Center. I am a junior studying psychology and my goal is to become an industrial psychologist. In my free time I enjoy being part of the Outing Club, specifically the kayaking club, reading, and taking pleasure in the wide outdoors.
Veronica
I am the 'EWC On The Road' Coordinator. I'm a second year student, currently a history major looking into double majoring with anthropology. I really enjoy reading, laughing, thinking deep thoughts, world happenings, and hanging out with friends. Also, a nice bowl of cereal. I'm not entirely sure what my future holds, but I know it will involve helping people and trying to change society for the better. This is my first year at EWC and I'm excited for this experience!
