Campus Connector

High Point University provides a variety of programs, student organizations, and experiences for students. The HPU Campus Connectors are undergraduate students who are invested in helping you find opportunities for you!

Connect with a Campus Connector in one of two ways. Scroll through our list of Campus Connectors below and send them an email or submit a form in HPU Connect (https://involved.highpoint.edu/forms) and you will be paired with a Campus Connector

Ways to get involved:
Download the Corq app to receive updates and information on campus events and activities.

• Follow social media pages of student organizations.
• Contact clubs and student organizations to receive more information on upcoming events.

MEET THE CAMPUS CONNECTORS  

	Katy Parisi kparisi@highpoint.edu I am a Junior from California. I am a double major in Strategic Communications and Political Science with a minor in Public & Professional Writing. On campus, I am involved in SGA, Greek life, Phi Alpha Delta, and I hold two jobs on campus: Honors Mentor and University Ambassador Captain.
	Ryan Mijumbi rmijumbi@highpoint.edu I am a Psych Major / Religion Minor. I am a Resident Assistant in Aldridge. I am both a Student Justice and Supreme Court Justice. I am PRIDE Club's Vice President. And, I am the SGA Senator for Martial Arts Club. In terms of fun, I love watching cartoons and YouTube, playing video games (Nintendo specifically), and I like to contemplate big ideas.
	Josie Benson mbenson@highpoint.edu I am a sophomore from DFW, Texas. I’m majoring in Finance with an Economics minor. I’m involved in business fellows, Greek life, social media marketing, and the Girls service club.
	Dalton Lucas dlucas1@highpoint.edu I'm originally from Roanoke, VA but moved to Winston Salem, NC two years ago. I am majoring in political science with minors in history, civic responsibility, and social innovation. Before Covid-19, I enjoyed traveling, hanging out with friends, playing tennis and baseball, and hiking. Involvement: Bonner Leader (Community Service), SGA Senator, Student Justice, Beta Theta Pi Fraternity member, College Democrats President, and the university's Campus Vote Project Fellow.
	Ashley Adler aadler@highpoint.edu I am a sophomore and although I am undecided, I am currently studying business and entrepreneurship. I was a peer mentor this fall and I am a member of both Kappa Delta sorority and Petal Points. I will be running to be on Executive Committee for petal points this coming spring. I have thorough experience in social media marketing, public speaking, as well as leadership.
	Katie Saunders ksaunder@highpoint.edu My name is Katie Saunders and I am a sophomore Elementary Education major! I am a part of Phi Mu, Teachers of Tomorrow, Interfaith dinner club, and Student Council for Exceptional Children.
	Leah Hershberger lhershbe@highpoint.edu Currently I am a senior at HPU majoring in Media Production and Entrepreneurship. I am a member of Alpha Gamma Delta, and Lambda Pi Eta. This past semester I participated in the Disney College Program which was something I've wanted to do for years now and it was such a great opportunity. I also really love editing videos for my YouTube account and school work and also working with social media, I even have an internship this semester with a popular social media account and business called Sorority Girls where I help manage the social media accounts.
	Chloe Contreras ccontrer@highpoint.edu I am a double major in International Relations and Political Science and hometown is San Diego, California. In the spring, I had the opportunity to study abroad in Madrid, Spain which was an extraordinary experience for my personal growth and education.
	Matthew Esposito mesposi1@highpoint.edu I am a junior in the Honors Program, Media Fellows, and HPU Young Life College.
	Abbey Whelan awhelan@highpoint.edu I’m a Sophomore studying strategic communication and I’m a presidential scholar. I am 19 years old and I am from New Hampshire. This past year I had the opportunity to be a peer mentor. I am involved in Kappa Delta on campus. I was very nervous coming to a college far away from my home and not knowing anyone, but now I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I hope to help others feel the same way.
	Gabby Nowak gnowak@highpoint.edu I'm 19, from Maryland and majoring in Human Relations and minoring in Event Management. I'm an only child and used to be very timid. Coming to college was nerve-wrecking for me and I wanted to make it seem smaller. I found different niches to get involved in via Greek life, fellowship programs, and clubs! I am super outgoing and bubbly and want everyone to feel welcomed on campus!
	Addie Jackson ajackso5@highpoint.edu I’m a Strategic Communications major with a minor in Environmental Studies, I love anything outdoors- whether it be camping or simply sitting outside and looking at the stars. I play acoustic and electric guitar- I’m a huge music person and would love to bond over shared favorite artists. I’m very into astrology/the zodiac and would love to read someone’s chart/give them their horoscope!
	Roxton Edwards redward1@highpoint.edu I am majoring in Neuroscience on the Pre-Med track. I am an Honors Scholar and a member of the Neuroscience Club, Alpha Lamba Delta.
	Ashlyn Hanks ahanks@highpoint.edu I currently am a sophomore computer science student in the honors program. I am the captain of the cyber security team, and a member of the general computer science club CODE. I am currently involved with two undergraduate research teams, and have presented at two conferences. I am a member of the club ballroom dancing team. I am a member of Phi Mu. I also horseback ride outside of school, specifically I have been nationally ranked in the American Quarter Horse Association.
	Jake Matthews jmatthew@highpoint.edu I am a senior at High Point University majoring in Political Science with a double minor in Nonprofit Leadership & Management and Civic Responsibility & Social Innovation. The recipient of the 2020 Nonprofit Leadership and Management Outstanding Student Award. I was also a Truman Scholarship nominee and recipient of the Newman Civic Fellowship. A former intern for Congressman Mark Meadows, now President Donald Trump’s Chief of Staff. I recently served as the Chairman of the High Point University College Republicans. Outside of politics, I serve my peers as a Student Government Association Class Representative and volunteers 150 hours per semester at West End Ministries, a nonprofit ministry in the High Point community.
	Sam Carr scarr@highpoint.edu I am a senior Poli sci major, Business admin minor. I am the SGA President, Assistant Resident Director, Student Justice, Brother of AKPsi Business Fraternity, and Big Brother Big Sisters.
	Lauren McAtee lmcatee@highpoint.edu Hi! My name is Lauren McAtee and I am a sophomore Entrepreneurship major. I am highly involved in Entrepreneurship Club (soon to take on the position of Director of Communications) and in HPU Chapel. I am a member of the Board of Stewards, where I serve as the Treasurer and SGA Representative for the group. I absolutely love dogs and meeting new people!
	Emmy Beck-Aden ebeckade@highpoint.edu I am a junior Media Production and Entrepreneurship major with minors in Political Science and Marketing. I am the SGA Vice President, Assistant Resident Director of Belk/Blessing, a Communication Fellow and Honors Scholar, a Student Justice, and Director of News for HPU Vision.
	Sydney Sullivan ssulliv2@highpoint.edu My name is Sydney Sullivan, a current Senior majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Non-Profit Leadership and Management. I am originally from Queens, New York and I am involved in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., the Board of Stewards, Student Justice Program and the Student Government Association to name a few. I am also a Peer Career Advisor in the Office of Career in Professional development which allows me to interact with various types of students when assisting with writing cover letters and resumes.
	Nicholas Masalleras nmasalle@highpoint.edu Hi! My name is Nicholas Masalleras, and I'm a sophomore Media Production and Entrepreneurship major. I will also be obtaining my Masters in Communication and Business Leadership at HPU. I'm currently Chair of the Media Production Committee of the NQSC Communication Fellows, Communication Fellow, Executive Director of Past The Breaking Point (a student run broadcast show run by students in the NQSC state of the art studio), a certified peer educator, HPU Peer Mentor, and owner of my own freelance company. I love shooting videos, helping students learn media production, playing video games, and hanging out with friends (socially distanced of course!). Fun Fact: I'm currently working on 2 documentaries that I hope to submit to film festivals next year.
	Keilah Moore kmoore2@highpoint.edu Hi, I am a sophomore studying International Business with a minor in Spanish. I am a Leadership Fellow and a Research Rookie, and I am also on the High Point University cheerleading team. Here on campus, I work as a University Ambassador and for the Admissions Call Center while volunteering for Big Brothers Big Sisters at a local elementary school. I would love to meet you and help you get involved on campus. Please don't hesitate to reach out!
	Marissa Lipschutz mlipschu@highpoint.edu I am a sophomore Sociology and Anthropology major with a minor in Women and Gender Studies. On campus, I am involved in Phi Mu, Hillel, college democrats, diversity club, peer mentor program, lollipop effect, and sociology and anthropology club.
	Jake Lorah jlorah@highpoint.edu Hello! My name is Jake Lorah and I am sophomore majoring in Computer Science. I am 19 years old and I'm from New Jersey. I am a proud member of the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity on campus, along with other organizations such as Cause for Paws and HPU Minds. I also have my own company, J&J Web Design, in which I've been creating websites for local companies in my area since freshman year of high school. I love meeting new people and making friends so always feel free to reach out!