Tyler Jehle- President

Hi! My name is Tyler and I am a senior here at Stony Brook University, at the School of Social Welfare. I started off at Suffolk County Community College and got my Associates Degree in Liberal Arts. At this point in my life, I did not know what I wanted to pursue as a major until I took my very last class for my degree, ‘Intro to Social Welfare’. I fell in love with it- I felt that this was the one thing I felt passionate about, helping others. I did not need to be called on to participate, because I enjoyed what we spoke about. I had an epiphany that I needed to help others in order to feel fulfilled in life. Since learning more about social work, I have become passionate about helping children and those who are food insecure. I want to eventually work in a school or hospital one day, maybe right here at Stony Brook! As President of USWA, I hope I can touch the lives of people in our small community and beyond. Thank you! 

Mackenzie Evans - Vice President

Hi! My name is Mackenzie Evans and I am the Vice President of USWA and I am a BSW senior. My goals for USWA are to support the President as well as the rest of the club in order to achieve goals and get involved in the community. I received my Assosiate’s degree at Suffolk Community College in American Sign Language and transferred to Stony Brook last year for social work. I am passionate about community connection and food insecurity. My internship this year is at Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Center and I want to pursue a career in animal-assisted therapy. 

Shelley Lin - Secretary

Hello, my name is Shelly Lin and I am the Secretary of USWA. I am a senior BSW student hoping to specialize in Family and Youth or Integrated Health. My end goal is to work in a hospital and eventually open my own private practice. 

Jazmine Molina - Senior Representative

Hello, my name is Jazmine Molina, and I am the Senior Representative of USWA. I'm a 23-year-old Latina of Mexican and Honduran heritage. In my role as Senior Representative, I advocate for our members, facilitate communication between students and faculty, and help organize events. I’m particularly interested in working in the hospital setting or with individuals with disabilities. I’m currently a senior in the Social Welfare program, pursuing my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW). As a transfer student from Nassau Community College (NCC), my personal experiences drove me to this field. I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities because I believe everyone deserves equal opportunities and support. I want to advocate for their needs, ensuring they have access to essential resources and services. My goal is to promote inclusivity and empower my clients. I’m particularly interested in working in the hospital setting, where I can assist in bridging gaps in healthcare and advocating for patient rights.

Treasurer to be announced soon!

Leslie Mejia - Social Media Manager 

Hii everyone!! My name is Leslie and I am the Social Media Manager. My role is to ensure we have a way of networking through social media platforms. I received my Associate's degree from Nassau Community College and now I am pursuing my BSW. I was passionate about mental health during adolescence, but I soon grew into an interest in environmental justice and discovered Veterinary social work. I love animals and when I discovered that social work can also help animals, it is a topic I am most passionate about. Helping people and helping animals are the best of both worlds. 

Amanda Lisanti - Social Media Assistant 

As the Social Media Assistant for the USWA I am passionate about using social media to build connections within the community here at Stony Brook. My goal is to create a welcoming space where students can stay informed about events, opportunities, and resources related to social work. Prior to applying to Stony Brook I attended Nassau community college and have a background in disability services which inspired me to go into the field of social work. In the future, I plan to pursue a career in social work within a hospital setting, specifically working with children, where I can continue making a positive impact on individuals and families.

Cecilia Yat - Event Coordinator

Hello my name is Cecilia Yat and I’m a senior in the Bachelors program for Social Work at Stony Brook University. In addition to being a student I’m also the event coordinator for USWA. In this position I am responsible for ensuring a smooth flow in the procedure and coordination of all the events. I’m also currently interning at both the Hampton Bays Library and the SBU Home clinic. Through these positions, I’m gaining valuable hands-on experience by interacting with various community members, offering support through different programs, and connecting patrons to essential resources. I’m dedicated to gaining a thorough understanding of the profession of social work and I’m passionate about supporting community empowerment and social justice. I’m looking forward to working with children and being an advocate for them potentially in the medical industry as a pediatrics social worker