Meet the Student Success Coaches | Office for Student Success

Amy Longua

I’m a master’s student studying computer science and I also work as a cloud engineer. I previously worked in IT for the School of Business and have been a teaching assistant for the past two years. In my free time, I love reading and playing with my cats.

Isabelle Mitchell

I’m a master’s student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. I’m passionate about supporting others as they navigate challenges and work toward their goals.

Soyana Gurung

I’m a Master of Science student in Business Analytics, focused on applying data analytics and machine learning to real-world business decisions.

Emma Bowman

I’m in the MAIA Program at the Elliott School of International Affairs.

Jessika Patel

I’m a graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, passionate about becoming an effective and compassionate counselor. I especially care about supporting children of immigrants and individuals navigating anxiety and mood disorders.

Henry Twagirayezu

I’m a master’s student in International Economic Policy at the Elliott School. I’m interested in global financial governance, trade and investment policy, and the intersection of economics and national security.

Camden Thorngate

I’m a master’s student studying International Education, specializing in education in conflict zones and emergencies. Before GW, I served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Armenia, where I taught English.

Aliza Nazir

I’m a first-year doctoral student in the Counseling PhD program at GWU. My research focuses on social-emotional development in children with autism and intellectual disabilities, and I’m passionate about expanding access to affirming, culturally responsive mental health care for children and families.

Alex Taylor

I’m a master’s student in Organizational Sciences, and I’m especially interested in how AI is shaping organizational culture and influencing existing biases and prejudice.

Ahnah Lewis

I’m a master’s student in Public Policy interested in exploring how policy and social welfare intersect. I’m passionate about understanding how policies can shape people’s lives and communities.

Allie Allen

I’m a first-year MFA student with a BFA in Studio Art and a BA in Art History. I’m interested in the nude figure in modern art and the relationship between artists and their philosophical contemporaries. In my free time, I love spending time with my cats, traveling, and playing card games!

Danielle Dwaah

I’m interested in neuroepidemiology, adolescent health, and global health. In my free time, I love going to concerts, hiking, and visiting art museums.

Unity Adhikari

I’m passionate about supporting people through periods of transition and self-discovery, and I love creating spaces where people feel seen and supported. In my free time, I enjoy expressing myself through singing, dancing, and writing, as well as reading, spending time in nature, and traveling.

Daniela Hoyos

I’m passionate about global health policy and hope to work with an NGO, nonprofit, or think tank focused on gender-based violence prevention and reproductive health. In my free time, I love reading and writing, working out, and trying new restaurants!

Karolina Heathcock

I’m passionate about environmental science, policy, and environmental justice. In my free time, I love hiking, visiting museums, fishing, playing guitar, birdwatching, painting, and discovering new music!

Naomie Joseph

I’m a Cybersecurity in Computer Science student pursuing my master’s after recently graduating from GW with a B.S. in Computer Science. In my free time, I love baking, doing puzzles, and learning to roller skate—even if I’m still working on the not-falling part!