Elections for the WPN Advisory Board will run from March 26, 2024 to April 2, 2024. Our membership will elect five new members to serve on the Advisory Board. Before you cast your votes, be sure to read the candidate statements below.
Mehreen Bhatti
Job Position/Title:
Senior Admissions & Enrollment Services Representative.
Hobbies:
Reading
Painting
Doing fun activities with my 2 years old
Why do you want to join the advisory board? Is there anything you’re looking forward to or hoping to accomplish?:
I am excited to be part of Women’s Professional Network and looking forward to connecting with the incredible women who make up our community.
Lyrisa Copson
Position/Title:
Financial Aid Administrator, Office of Financial Aid
Hobbies:
Spending time with family and friends
Reading
Kayaking and paddle boarding
Walks in nature
Going to Phillies and Sixers games
Why do you want to join the advisory board? Is there anything you’re looking forward to or hoping to accomplish?:
I am hopeful to join the WPN advisory board in order to collaborate with and support my fellow female counterparts, expand my professional network, and get to know more TESU/NJSL staff. I hope to make a positive impact as a member of the advisory board by dutifully fulfilling all responsibilities, encouraging and supporting all members and always offering some laughs.
Tricia Graff
Job Position/Title:
Assistant Director of Student Accounts and Operations
Hobbies:
Reading
Running
Listening to music
Traveling
Going to the shore
Spending time with my kids, husband, extended family and friends
Coaching and playing soccer
Why do you want to join the advisory board? Is there anything you’re looking forward to or hoping to accomplish?:
I have been at TESU for almost 16 years and while I know many faces and names, I want to be more involved. If there are advancements and changes, I would love to be a part of them. I make every attempt to join discussions/activities and am looking forward to grow professionally in an advisory position. I am hoping to accomplish a better understanding of the WPN and attend more activities and maybe add some new ones.
Brandi Granett
Job Position/Title:
Assistant Director of Course Improvement, Interactive Content, and Special Projects
Hobbies:
Being with my dogs
Taking pictures of other people's dogs
Going to weird cultural events
Archery
Why do you want to join the advisory board? Is there anything you’re looking forward to or hoping to accomplish?:
I love the idea of women supporting women professionally. From bringing in voices we can all learn from to connecting socially, there is power in being and working together. I saw first hand how this worked to advance women in USA Archery, and I am excited to see how we could learn and grow together at TESU and the NJSL.
Jessica Keefe
Job Position/Title:
Nursing Program Administrator /W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing
Hobbies:
Reading
Crafting
Traveling
Spending time with friends and family
Board of education member
Taking care of my many plants
Why do you want to join the advisory board? Is there anything you’re looking forward to or hoping to accomplish?
I have really enjoyed all the WPN meetings. I am relatively new to TESU and love meeting new people and learning from them. I have planned many events/parties and would like to collaborate with others to keep these meetings fun and empowering to all members. I also would like to help increase membership and network with other Thomas Edison employees and NJ State Library employees.
Holly MacDonald
Job Position/Title:
Facilities and Operations Manager
Hobbies:
Spending time at the beach
Board of Education member
Exercising
Concerts
Shopping for the best deals 😊
Why do you want to join the advisory board? Is there anything you’re looking forward to or hoping to accomplish?:
I am looking forward to meeting and interacting with other staff members from the TESU and NJSL community. I enjoy collaborating with others and I love to plan events that provide an opportunity to promote personal and professional growth. Being on the board, I hope to increase the membership while providing fun events for staff to network and have time to relax and enjoy the company of amazing women!
Victoria Smith
Job Position/Title:
Program Coordinator, Strategic Partnerships
Hobbies:
Reading
Spending time in LBI
Traveling
Going to the gym
Hanging out with friends and family
Why do you want to join the advisory board? Is there anything you’re looking forward to or hoping to accomplish?:
As a newer employee at TESU, I am looking forward to making connections with the wonderful women within the university and library.
Keep your eyes open for an email that includes the link to the online election where you can cast your votes. Voting will occur from Tuesday March 26, 2024 to Tuesday April 2, 2024.
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