Students as Partners Spring Showcase 2026

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the students, staff, and faculty who participated in this year’s Students as Partners program and presented their incredible work at the April 14th, 2026, showcase. This collaborative initiative brings faculty and undergraduate students together to co-create student-centered solutions that enhance teaching and learning. From innovative course design to inclusive classroom practices, these partnerships are a testament to the power of dialogue, creativity, and shared purpose in higher education. We are inspired by your work and honored to celebrate your contributions.

Student and Educator Partners:

• Phoenix Bryan (Linguistics), Aris Wertin (B.S., MCDB, ‘25) & Ms. Kathy Noonan (Director for Community Engagement, A&S) 
• Anna Hoisington (B.A., Sociology, ‘26) & Dr. Rai Farelly (Teaching Associate Professor & TESOL Director, LING)
• Anna Hoisington (B.A., Sociology, ‘26) & Dr. Shannon Leone (Lecturer, ENGL)
• Catalina Holly (Education & Math Education) & Dr. Alpna Bhatia (Associate Teaching Professor, Cont. Ed. Economics)
• Aaron Klass (MA Candidate, Theatre) & Mr.Bobby Hodgkinson (Associate Teaching Professor, CEAS)
• Daniel Mandeville (Chinese) & Dr. Catherine Kunce (Associate Teaching Professor, Program for Writing and Rhetoric)
• Lindsey Trussell (ATLS) & Dr. Anthony Pinter (Assistant Teaching Professor, ATLS)
• Aris Wertin (B.S., MCDB, ‘25) & Mr. Dean Bacalzo (Teaching Assistant Professor, CMDI)
• Aris Wertin (B.S., MCDB, ‘25), Anna Hoisington (B.A., Sociology, ‘26), Kaela Kennedy (English Literature) & Dr.Patricia Gonzalez (Asst. Dean for Access and Community Engagement),  Dr. Marysia Lopez (Program Manager for Access and Community Engagement)