Meet Exec
Andrew Niese (He/Him) - President
As the president and founder of PaL, I help facilitate the growth of the organization and create the space I wish I had coming to UC. Supporting those around me is my passion, and I can’t wait to see what PaL does this year!
Contact Information: president@prideatlindner.org
Community Branch
Anna Johns (She/Her) - Vice President
My name is Anna and I am the Vice President of PaL. I love PaL because we create an inclusive environment that anyone can feel comfortable participating in!
Contact Information: community@prideatlindner.org
Emily Hynes (She/They) - Member Engagement
Hello, I'm Emily and I am the Member Engagement manager. I really enjoy PaL because it gives me opportunities to be more involved with the LGBTQ+ community, which is a privilege I did not get in high school.
Contact Information: community@prideatlindner.org
Peter Buerk (He/Him) - Community Cultivator
My name is Peter Buerk and this year I am the Community Cultivator for PaL! In my position, it is my responsibility to meet people and promote our events in person and increase PaL's recognition on campus. If you are around Lindner, you'll probably see me handing out flyers sometime! I really enjoy the time I have had with PaL as we host lots of unique and fun events. By attending just one you're likely to make a lot of new friends!
Contact Information: community@prideatlindner.org
Aaron Bialon (He/Him) - Philanthropy Chair
I’m Aaron Bialon and I am the Philanthropy Chair for PaL. I love PaL because it gives so many a chance to have an organization to call their own. With PaL I always feel like I am welcomed and can be myself, and I am happy to know that so many feel that way too.
Contact Information: community@prideatlindner.org
Internal Operations BrancH
Rachel Dumas (She/Her) - Internal Operations Chair
Hi, my name is Rachel Dumas and I am the Internal Operations Chair for PaL. As the Internal Operations Chair, I facilitate communications amongst the executive team to ensure that PaL is running effectively to provide PaLs the best experience possible. I love PaL because it is a space that has welcomed me with open arms from the very beginning. PaL has supported and educated me in so many ways and has enabled me to become much more comfortable with myself and my identity.
Contact Information: management@prideatlindner.org
Brody Osborne (He/Him) - Design Chair
I am Brody Osborne and I am a design chair for PaL. As a design chair, I help create the graphics for PaL. I chose to become involved in PaL to help contribute to an organization that welcomes and loves everyone.
Contact Information: management@prideatlindner.org
INTERSECTIONALITY BRANCH
Akua Wilson (She/Her) - Intersectionality and Vision Chair
This year I’m the Intersectionality and Vision chair for Pride at Lindner, where I primarily develop and lead spaces/conversations that focus on different identities within PaL. My main goal to include intersectionality into every PaL event and space so that everyone can feel welcome. I love that PaL emphasizes the voices of people of color, as well as utilizing their platform to better communities of color. Since I’ve joined, I’ve felt super welcomed and supported, not only on my sexuality, but on my other identities as well!
Contact Information: intersectionality@prideatlindner.org
Sahana Sathiyanarayanan (She/Her) - Intersectionality Coordinator
Hello, my name is Sahana Sathiyanarayanan and I am the Intersectionality Co-ordinator for Pride at Lindner. My goal is to both learn and educate people about the various intersectionalities and make sure each people are heard whilst voicing their opinions. I aim to make a PaL a safe and comfortable space where people have the opportunity to learn and grow in both their personal and professional lives.
Contact Information: intersectionality@prideatlindner.org
Diedre Luna (She/Her) - CUP Program Coordinator
I’m Diedre and I’m a social work major here at UC. I am the program coordinator for Cultures United by Pride and I think it is so important to not only advocate but educate people on what it means to be a diverse member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Contact Information: intersectionality@prideatlindner.org
Meet Our Advisors
Nadia Ibrahim-Taney (She/Her)
Hi! My name is Nadia Ibrahim-Taney and I am one of the faculty/staff advisors for Pride at Lindner. As a career coach for the Lindner College of Business and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I understand the value of community and connection when in school and into the workplace after. Being part of establishing and developing Pride at Lindner has been one of the most gratifying experiences in my tenure as a university administrator. We are a great group of students, fantastic leaders and authentic human beings continuing to enrich the student body and experience every day at Lindner and the wider University of Cincinnati campus community.
Contact Information: ibrahini@ucmail.uc.edu
Melissa Newman (She/Her)
Dr. Melissa Newman is Associate Professor, Educator of Management in the Lindner College of Business. She got involved with PaL in early 2021, driven by a passion for diversity, equity and inclusion, and brings to the organization her expertise in management and strategic planning, as well as local professional connections.
Contact Information: newmanmd@ucmail.uc.edu