Student Ethics Ambassadors

Gregory Abukar-Duru is a junior at the University of Colorado Springs, Majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Pre–Law. He is part of several clubs on campus, not limited to High-Altitude Race Engineering, Law Society, American Criminal Justice Association, Club Rugby, Law School, Yes We Can !, and Student Government. He is an active member of his campus and engages with it as much as he can. After his undergraduate degree, he plans to attend Yale Law School to determine if he wants to continue his path toward public law or the private sector. He has networked with over 20+ lawyers and judges across Colorado as a whole and hopes to continue to network for the betterment of his future.

Ethics Fellow

Katy Hudson

Hayley Crist is a senior in the Bachelor’s of Social Work program at University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. She is a part of several student clubs and organizations on campus. Hayley has a deep passion for helping others; she enjoys working with forensic and homeless populations. Upon graduation, she plans to attend graduate school to receive a Master's Degree in social work. Hayley has aspirations to work in the macro social work field and advocate for underserved populations. In her free time, Hayley enjoys exploring the outdoors, taking care of her plants, and spending time with friends and family. 

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My name is Sana Hamad and I am a criminal justice major with a minor in psychology. I am entering my third year and I hope to get my masters in CJ after getting my BA. Some of my hobbies include reading, playing the violin, and spending time with friends and family. I am passionate about helping others and spreading kindness.

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Katy Hudson

Khamani Murphy is a Colorado native who strives to constantly be engaged with his community, which has come through his involvement with roles such as being a current Student Ethics Ambassador at UCCS. He looks to engage with leadership opportunities where he pushes himself and others. Mentoring young students and involvement with education opportunities are Khamani’s passion. He is also proud to be one a school development associate for an aspiring charter school known as META Academy which is looking to open in northeast Denver within the next few years. 

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Jennifer Kling

Daniel “Cody” Rinn is a Junior at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs majoring in social work with a focus on macro-level policy intervention for the cultivation of a more egalitarian society.  Cody is a UCCS alumnus having previously attained a BA in geography and has worked in the geospatial industry for eight years.  He wishes to utilize this corporate experience, sense of environmental justice, and managerial skills for social justice purposes.  Cody intends to gain a master’s degree in social work and one day become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW).  He is an active member of the social work club at UCCS and regularly attends the philosophy club, too.  His hobbies include bike riding, reading psychology books, playing guitar and racing games, and hiking with his cat, Lilo. 

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Ila DeBose

My name is Faith White and I am a dedicated social work graduate student at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. With a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) already in hand, I am deeply committed to making a positive impact in the field of social work. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and a licensed gambling addiction counselor, bringing a wealth of experience in providing care and support to those in need.

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Malikah Marrus

Jaryn Winston is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in criminal justice. In addition to her academic pursuits, she is employed at a crematory, where she provides comfort to mourning families. Winston aspires to become an international lawyer. She consistently applies her determination, ethics, and optimism to adapt to changing environments. She recently had opportunity to study abroad in Spain. The experience significantly contributed to her professional and personal growth. Committed to collaboration, she effectively synergizes with colleagues, administrators, and peers.

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Katy Hudson

I am a sophomore in Sports Management hoping to work for the NBA or WNBA. I am from San Antonio Texas, and I picked UCCS because of how beautiful Colorado is, as well as for the Sports Management Program! My hobbies include watching and playing sports and spending time with friends and family. I'm glad to be a part of DFEI and I'm excited for this opportunity!

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Carolayne Henry

Gregory Abukar-Duru is a junior at the University of Colorado Springs, Majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Pre–Law. He is part of several clubs on campus, not limited to High-Altitude Race Engineering, Law Society, American Criminal Justice Association, Club Rugby, Law School, Yes We Can !, and Student Government. He is an active member of his campus and engages with it as much as he can. After his undergraduate degree, he plans to attend Yale Law School to determine if he wants to continue his path toward public law or the private sector. He has networked with over 20+ lawyers and judges across Colorado as a whole and hopes to continue to network for the betterment of his future.

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Katy Hudson

My name is Maya Cafasso. I am from Michigan, but I consider Colorado my home. I am a senior studying Criminal Justice, hoping to pursue a career in the law field. Some of my hobbies include going hiking, reading, and just enjoying time outside with my dog. I am a mentor for the Mentor Collective Program at UCCS and I enjoy getting to know my fellow Mountain Lions! I look forward to being a member of the Ethics Ambassador Program.

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Katy Hudson

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My name is ISean’Dre' Ezell, I’m a junior/senior in the Game Design and Development program. I was born in Gary, Indiana and was raised in Aurora. I came to UCCS simply because of how beautiful the campus and its view was, one of the best decisions I ever made.

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Colleen Stiles

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My name is Sana Hamad and I am a criminal justice major with a minor in psychology. I am entering my third year and I hope to get my masters in CJ after getting my BA. Some of my hobbies include reading, playing the violin, and spending time with friends and family. I am passionate about helping others and spreading kindness.

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Katy Hudson

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My name is Madeline Metzger, and I am a nursing major at UCCS. I am deeply involved in my major through various clubs and organizations at UCCS, and I hold a deep passion for holistic and research-based medicine. Personally, I am a huge bookworm and will read anything I get my hands on. I am also a very active person who has accepted the Colorado lifestyle of hiking and paddleboarding. Most of all, I am looking forward to working with Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative, not only because it is an amazing opportunity, but also because of the wonderful community I know it will bring.

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Mary Claire Wahl

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Tracy Gonzalez-Padron

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Thomas Wahl

Braden is a PGA Golf Management Student and 2022 Daniels Scholar. In addition to serving as a Student Ethics Ambassador, Braden works seasonally at Flying Horse North Golf Club and in UCCS University Development. Braden loves outdoor activities including golf, fly fishing, skiing, and hunting. His long-term goal is to stay in Colorado and become a PGA Head Golf Professional.

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Mark Bacheldor

Jack is currently a fourth year Electrical Engineering student at UCCS. He is also an assistant for the Cybersecurity Programs Office. Jack spends his free time with hobbies such as video games, one of his favorite, Minecraft.

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Gretchen Bliss

Chase is a third year Bachelor of Innovation in Business Administration student. In addition to serving as a Student Ethics Ambassador, Chase also works alongside Tracy Gonzalez-Padron as a Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Assistant and is the president of the UCCS Ethics Club. Chase's hobbies include backpacking, skiing, and attending local events. His ultimate goal is to create a community-based start-up that uses ethical business practices to create opportunities for all. 

For more information contact our current Ethics Club president, Chase Culver at cculver2@uccs.edu. 

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Jennifer Kling 

Averi is a fourth-year nursing student in the Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences. As a Student Ethics Ambassador, she is working on an ethics toolkit for nursing students in order to get a stronger ethical education within the nursing program. Averi plans on working in an Emergency Department as a nurse and plans to continue her education to get her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) in healthcare ethics. As for hobbies, Averi enjoys reading, baking, and spending time with her pets: her dog, Rizzo, and her frogs.

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Helen Graham

Michaela Herring is in pursuit of her MBA in Service Management at UCCS, with an expected graduation date of spring 2023. Her passion is centered around events and hospitality and is currently working full-time as the Assistant Director of Campus Services at Corban University in Salem, Oregon. Michaela’s hobbies include hiking, CrossFit and any other adventure that may present itself. She loves trying new things and challenging herself daily, but finds the most thrill in serving others well. Her ultimate goal is to have her own business where she can coordinate events that cultivate an unforgettable experience to all those who attend. 

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Lauren Hallaron

Steve is a graduate student working towards his MBA and will graduate in December 2022. He is also a big sports fan and enjoys spending time with his kids. Steve is passionate about ethics and compliance to make our business community a better place to conduct business for the benefit of customers, their employees and the Colorado Springs community.

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Tracy Gonzalez-Padron (Director of the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program at UCCS)

Grace is an MBA student studying International Business and will be graduating in the spring. In addition to serving as a Student Ethics Ambassadors, Grace is the Vice President of Ethics Club. Grace's hobbies include playing lacrosse, cooking, spending time with friends and family, and watching movies! Her long-term goal is to work abroad for a professional or Olympic team.

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Carol Finnegan 

Bryana Owens is currently working towards her MA in History and will be graduating in the spring of 2023. In addition to serving as an Ethics Student Ambassador, she is also a recipient of a Graduate Fellowship for the school year of 2022-2023. Bryana's hobbies and favorite activities are cooking, playing music, reading, writing, and spending time with her loved ones. She is very passionate about teaching ethical education within history and her long-term goals include expanding on this idea within the museum field as a Museum Educator. 

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Christina Jimenez 

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Thomas Wahl

Alisha Silkey is a senior at UCCS studying psychology and this is her second semester as a student ethics ambassador. She is a member of the Chancellors Leadership Class and Psychology Honors Program. She works on campus as the program assistant for UCCSlead and as a research assistant in the Cognitive Development Lab and the Neuropsychology Cannabis and Adults Lab. After graduation, Alisha hopes to use all of the ethics knowledge she gained from her engagement in the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative as she pursues a doctorate degree in industrial organizational psychology.

Ethics Fellow

Sloan Gonzales

Braden is a first-year PGA Golf Management Student and 2022 Daniels Scholar. In addition to serving as a Student Ethics Ambassador, Braden works seasonally at Flying Horse North Golf Club and in UCCS University Development. Braden loves outdoor activities including golf, fly fishing, skiing, and hunting. His long-term goal is to stay in Colorado and become a PGA Head Golf Professional.

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Mark Bacheldor

I am a current ethics student ambassador for the Sports Management Department. I am a senior from Colorado Springs and pursuing a degree in Sport Management. I am also on the board of the Sport Management Activities Council. I am excited for this semester and to represent the Sport Management Department.

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Spencer Harris

Roxaly Diaz Delgado is an international student from Venezuela who is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Innovation in Inclusive Early Childhood Education as a junior student. Alongside being an Ambassador for the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative, Roxaly is also growing her leadership as a scholar in the Chancellor’s Leadership Class (CLC) through intentful community service and focused leadership development. Additionally, Roxaly was also elected as the Senator for the College of Education for the upcoming 2020-2021 term within the Student Government Association (SGA) at UCCS. Above all, Roxaly is passionate about serving others as a leader and she is especially excited to continue to foster such skills as she embarks herself on this new journey as an Ethics Student Ambassador for the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative.

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Colleen Stiles

This Fall, Kevin will enter his second year at UCCS, pursuing his Masters in Public Administration at the School of Public Affairs. Kevin spent the past few years working in the Non-Profit sector for Woza Soccer. He spent most of his time with Woza working on sustainable community development projects abroad in Costa Rica, using soccer as a tool to build relationships and catalyze social change. 

Prior to his time with Woza, Kevin earned his Bachelors in Health Sciences at The Evergreen State College in Olympia Washington, where he played for the men’s soccer team. Soccer remains a constant in Kevin’s life as he hopes to return for his sixth year coaching both the Women’s and Men’s soccer teams at Manitou Springs High School. 

Ethics Fellow

Regina Winters

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School of Public Affairs Ethics Case Bank

The School of Public Affairs Ethics Case Bank is sponsored by the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program at the UCCS College of Business. The ethics case bank is the work of a 2020-2021 student ethics ambassador, Kevin Dlugos. Within the School Of Public Affairs ethics case bank are a number of cases that explore the unethical practices of government, public, and nonprofit sector organizations and administrators and apply Daniels Fund Ethics Principles, including integrity, trust, accountability, transparency, fairness, respect, rule of law, and viability in the evaluation of these practices

My name is Geffen Moser Ferszt, I am a Clinical Psychology Masters student here at UCCS. I did my Bachelors of Science at Colorado State University in Clinical Psychology with minors in Philosophy and Interdisciplinary Gerontology. I am a lab instructor for PSY 2110. A little about my background, my mother is from Israel and my father is from Paraguay; I am planning to use this DFEI position to focus on diversity issues. 

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Sara Qualls

I’m from Colorado Springs. I’m currently pursuing a degree in finance and a minor in marketing. I am also apart of phi sigma sigma. 

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Thomas Wahl

I am beginning my second year of my double masters degree of Criminal Justice and Public Administration with a certificate in National Intelligence Security. I currently also work with the Office of First Year Experience as a Graduate Success Coach and love the opportunity to work with first year students! I received my undergraduate degree in Sociology from West Texas A&M University. After graduation from UCCS, my goal is to start my career as a Criminal Investigator with the end goal of becoming a Title IX Coordinator! I am very grateful and excited to have this opportunity and to see how I can implement it within my future career!

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Cortny Stark

Student Ethics Ambassador for the Department of Sports Management

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Spencer Harris

Shewli Ghosh is pursuing a degree in Computer Science with interest in Cyber Security. Through the Daniels Fund Ethics initiative, Shewli plans on curating an in-depth knowledge of how to ensure safety and security in a world online. As a part of the UCCS track team and a women of color, Shewli is dedicated to making a difference through exploring ethics as an ambassador in the spring of 2021.

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Colleen Stiles

In the spring of 2020, Delaney earned her associate degree and is very excited for her next chapter attending UCCS this fall. Having been given the opportunity to be a part of the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Student Ambassador program she is excited to embark on the adventures that are part of this program. She will be pursuing her bachelor's degree in accounting and is eager to jump into the student life of the campus and explore all the opportunities UCCS has to offer.

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Tracy Gonzalez-Padron (Director of the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program at UCCS)

I am academically sophomore at UCCS this year, however this is my first year attending UCCS. I am pursing a degree in nursing and am on the pre-nursing track as of now. I am excited to be given the opportunity to be an Ethics Student Ambassador for the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program at UCCS COB and to hopefully explore more about ethics in the medical profession.

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Dan Lykins 

Michaela Petti is a College of Business undergraduate student pursuing an emphasis in finance with a minor in pre-law. Along with being an Ambassador for the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative, Michaela is also the President of the Student Center for the Public Trust and was just elected the Vice President of Community Service for the business fraternity, Delta Sigma Pi. 

Ethics Fellow

Tracy Gonzalez-Padron (Director of the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program at UCCS)

Morgan Pracht is a senior in the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, majoring in Strategic Communication. After graduation, she plans to attend law school and work as a public interest lawyer, fighting for those who are underrepresented in the U.S. justice system. One of the highlights of her college experience was being among those selected to represent American college students on a trip to Israel.

Throughout her time at UCCS, Morgan has competed with the Ethics Bowl team, which finds ethical solutions to real-world dilemmas. That experience has helped her to learn the value of ethics for making decisions and solving problems. She is thrilled to work with the Ethics Bowl team as a Student Ethics Ambassador.

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Jennifer Kling

Ali Singer is pursuing her MBA with a Healthcare emphasis through the online program at UCCS. She works as a full-time pharmacist at Valley View Hospital and fills in part time at Colorado State Infusion. She has a passion for serving the underprivileged and making patients feel at ease during their hospital stay. Ali enjoys spending time with her husband, Bridger, and 3-year-old son, Bruce, by going on hikes, hunting, fishing, or any other form of physical activity. She looks forward to graduating in the fall of 2021 and pursuing a management position in pharmacy or the hospital setting.

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Meghan Stidd

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Gabby is a senior in the College of Business pursuing a degree in Sport Management. As an ethics ambassador, she will evaluate the governance of National Governing Bodies of sport to help ensure the safety of athletes and promote positive change within the Olympic Movement. She has seen the importance of ethics in sport with her time as an intern at the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency working towards the goal of clean sport. She is very excited to join the ethics ambassador program for the fall of 2020!

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Spencer Harris

Abigael (AJ) Vafiades is a Fall 2020 graduate in the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Visual & Performing Arts with a dual concentration in Dance and Theater and a Management minor. She is the first Student Ethics Ambassador for the Theatre and Dance department. As an ambassador, she has been partnering with the chair of the department, Kevin Landis, to assist him with Prologue; a series of talks by esteemed guests in the theatre and dance world. She helps host discussions with the speakers covering prominent ethical issues and encourages other departments to attend and get involved with Prologue. She is also the Vice President for UCCS’s chapter of the Student Center for Public Trust.

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Kevin Landis

Noelle Windesheim is a senior in the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences pursing a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational and Strategic Communication with a minor in Leadership with plans to graduate in December 2020. Upon graduation she plans to go work for the National Park Service and be a Park Ranger. As a junior, she interned at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve in Alaska. During her time there, she learned more about the world of ethics and ethical dilemmas and started to learn more about how to deal with ethical problems and come up with ethical solutions. Being a Student Ethics Ambassador brought an additional opportunity to continue to practice and learn about ethics.

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Katie Sullivan