Ashley Capparelli

SI Leader – CE 111-01

My name is Ashley, and I am a junior at Monmouth University. I am majoring in Mathematics; however, I am unsure of what field I want to work in after I graduate. I have two sisters; one is older than me, and the other is younger. I have lived in New Jersey my whole life. In my spare time, I enjoy running and hanging out with my friends. By becoming an SI leader, I hope to help students understand difficult concepts and become more confident with the material.

Geena Basso

SI Leader – BY 110-50

I am currently a sophomore at Monmouth University with a double major in Mathematics and Elementary Education. As an SI leader, I hope to increase both my insructional skills and the students' success in their course. I strive to become an elementary school teacher or a special education teacher. On campus, I am a proud sister of Alpha Xi Delta. I also work at the Math Learning Center as a peer tutor.

Filomena Ciccarelli

SI Leader – BA 251-01/02

I am currently a junior here at Monmouth University. I am majoring in Business with a concentration in Finance, and I am also minoring in IT. When I graduate from college in two years, I plan on getting a job and going for my Master’s. I always knew I would end up a business major. Math was always my strongest subject. I love punching numbers and figuring problems out. In my spare time, I hang out with friends, go shopping with my cousin, relax at home, and read a book.

Jared Slaweski

SI Leader – HS 102-12/14

Hey! I am a senior and currently a History and Education major with an IT minor. History has always moved me, and I'm very excited to be working as an SI leader this year. I hope I will be able to inspire the students I am working with to enjoy history as well. Besides my academic life at Monmouth, I also am a part of many intramural sports, including Flag Football. My team hopes to win the league championship for our first time this year!

Josh Barnathan

SI Leader – BE 201-02/03/50

I am currently a junior with a double major in Business and Music. I am deeply passionate about all genres of music. Currently, I play the guitar; however, I am also in the process of learning to play the piano. I hope to attend graduate school in the future to obtain my MBA. Eventually, I hope to either be involved in music as a career or to work in the music industry.

Kinza Awan

SI Leader – BY 110-51

Hi, I am Kinza, and I am a sophomore here at Monmouth University. My major is Health and Physical Education. In the future, I wish to become a physical therapist. For this reason, I am taking all the science courses in addition to the major requirements. I am a proud member of Phi Eta Sigma national honor society. I am also a part of MSA and SASA on campus. In my free time, I love to listen to music, hang out with my friends, and I love to read novels by authors like Sarah Dessen. When I took Biology in fall 2011, I did really well in the class, and I hope to bring that knowledge to this semester's students in ways that are easy to understand but at the same time fun.

Lauren Bonfiglio

SI Leader – CE 112 (all sections)

I am currently a senior double majoring in Biology and Chemistry. I plan on traveling for a little while after I graduate and then continuing on to graduate school for my PhD in Chemistry. In addition to being an SI Leader, I also work in the Admissions Office as a Student Ambassador, and I also do research in chemistry. I absolutely love music, so in my spare time I’m usually found dancing around and listening to my iPod. I enjoy relaxing and hanging out with my friends because we always manage to laugh and have a good time no matter what we’re doing.

Mark Stranieri

SI Leader – CE 112 (all sections)

I am currently a senior and pursuing my undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Education. My future plans include graduate school and working in the public school system. I’ve always found chemistry to be enjoyable, and I hope to help others see the joy that comes with chemistry. I also have many interests outside of my academics. I enjoy cooking and practicing Martial Arts. I love baseball season, and my favorite team is the New York Yankees. In my spare time, I’m usually just hanging out with friends and killing time on the computer or watching television.

Muhammad Ali

SI Leader – PH 106-01/02

I am currently a senior majoring in Biology and minoring in Chemistry and IT. I have always enjoyed and worked hard in my physics classes. I hope that all the time I have put into physics will allow me to make physics easier to learn for other students. In addition to being the SI leader for physics, I work as a research assistant in chemistry. In my free time, I enjoy playing sports, relaxing on the computer, spending time with the family, and relaxing with friends.

Ottaviana De Ruvo

SI Leader – BA 252-01/03/04

I am currently a junior majoring in Accounting with a minor in Spanish. I am very active on campus. When I am not in class, you can find me at the Honors School or planning an event for the Italian Club. I am president of the Italian Club, and I also work as a Writing Assistant in the Writing Center. One day, I hope to be a CPA and run my own accounting firm in New York City or in Europe. I hope I can help students understand the world of accounting and grow to love it!

Samantha Silvent

SI Leader – CE 112 (all sections)

Hi! I am currently a sophomore majoring in Chemistry. I attended SI on a regular basis throughout my freshman year and am extremely excited to be a leader this year! I plan on going to medical school and would love to become a pediatrician. I am a proud member of Zeta Tau Alpha and Phi Eta Sigma. I am a black belt in Isshinryu Karate, which I continue to practice and teach. I love going to the beach, meeting new people, and hanging out with friends.

Tia Walt

SI Leader – BY 110-01/02

My name is Tia, and I am a sophomore here at Monmouth University. Although I am a psychology major, I have a passion for biology as well and decided to pick up a minor in it. I love being outdoors and take part in MU's Outdoors Club. I also volunteer for MU's Community Service Club. I look forward to assisting as much as I can in biology this semester.