Alexa is a junior pursuing a degree in Intelligence Analysis with a concentration in National Security and a minor in Sociology. Her leadership and organizational skills are represented through her work as a Peer Mentor for JMU’s Intelligence Analysis program and her position of treasurer for the Women’s Water Polo team. Alexa also has experience with data analysis, analytic techniques, and systems dynamics and modeling. Her main academic interests are the relationships and behaviors of criminal and terrorist organizations.

Elliot is originally from Terre Haute, IN and is studying Organizational Communication at JMU. He plans to graduate in May 2018. Utilizing his team leading and event coordinating experience, he wants to apply his education in a job that lets him work behind the scenes in either event management, recruiting, or coordinating for a company. He loves his wife Sara, gaming, good Netflix binging, and sometimes their cat Charlotte.

Having lived in a few different places my hometown will always be Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I am currently a double major in Public Policy and Administration, as well as Communication studies. My work with first-year students at JMU has allowed me to grow skills in leadership and inclusivity. A future goal for myself is to serve in the Peace Corps, and to work towards creating more access to educational opportunities.

Kirsten is originally from Tamuning, Guam and is a senior undergraduate at James Madison University, studying International Affairs and Economics. She is the Brotherhood Chair for Delta Phi Epsilon Foreign Service and the Senior Artistic Director for Visual Distortions Dance Crew, experiences that have helped to develop strong skills in time management, leadership, communication, and problem-solving. She is passionate about learning and is constantly seeking new opportunities to grow intellectually and as an individual. She aspires to pursue a career in conflict management but also holds interest in research, consulting, and policy-making.