Staff Directory (continued)

Andy Sibanda

Graduate Assistant

Andile Sibanda, also known as Andy, is originally from South Africa. He has spent the past three years at Stetson, where he dedicated much of his time to math tutoring. His passion for helping others succeed shines through in the way he supports and encourages those around him. Andy is excited to bring that same commitment and energy to guide students professionally.

You can connect with Andy on LinkedIn.

Michael Leitelt

Graduate Assistant

A proud Central Florida native, Michael holds a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Stetson University. As a Graduate Assistant, Michael guides students through their Experiential Learning Requirement, helps them strengthen their resumes, and supports their preparation for meaningful career opportunities. He also plays a key role in coordinating career events, including the Career Expo and Employer Takeovers.

You can connect with Michael on LinkedIn.

Alice Martineli

Social Media and Marketing Assistant

Alice is an international student from Brazil double majoring in Marketing and Business Analytics with a minor in Digital Arts and Community Service Engagement. Besides her role as Social Media and Marketing Assistant, she is also the Dialogue Coordinator for the Bonner program, Marketing Director from the Brazilian Student Association, Resident Assistant, and a Student Ambassador. Alice is committed to developing creative thinking and helping Stetson students succeed. Besides her academic life, she enjoys traveling, learning new things, and hanging out with friends!

You can connect with Alice on LinkedIn.

Michaela Hawthorne

Career Peer and Office Assistant

Michaela is a junior majoring in communication and media studies. She is a transfer student from Simmons University, where she also worked as a Career Peer. Michaela is excited to help Stetson students succeed. She enjoys writing, reading, going to the beach, and spending time with friends.

You can connect with Michaela on LinkedIn.

Soleille Vertus

Career Peer

Soleille is a third-year student double majoring in Philosophy & French with a minor in Business Law and Community Service of Engagement. She is a Bonner Scholar, Stetson Ambassador, and a member of Hatter Productions. Soleille enjoys traveling, experiencing new things, and challenging herself. Outside of studying and servicing the community, you kind find Soleille planning her next trip or hanging out with her friends.

You can connect with Soleille on LinkedIn.

Candela Tourne

Career Peer

Candela is an international student from Uruguay majoring in Communication and Media Studies with minors in Music and Management. Besides her role as a Career Peer, she is also a Writing Tutor at the Writing Center, a Community Safety Assistant for Public Safety, and an elected Senator for the Class of 2027 for the Student Government Association. Candela is committed to helping students succeed and finds joy and reward in seeing Stetson students achieve their aspirations. Candela enjoys singing, playing the piano, writing songs, reading, traveling, coffee, and spending time with family.

You can connect with Candela on LinkedIn.

Jazlyn Gregory

Career Peer

Jazlyn is a third-year liberal arts student majoring in International Studies with minors in Human Resource Management, Spanish, and Latino and Latin American Studies. She is a part of campus organizations Green, White, & You and World. She is passionate about being a career peer to help bridge complex career opportunities to ambitious students. She wants to work globally in community development and enjoys engaging in cross-cultural communication.

You can connect with Jazlyn on LinkedIn.

Emma Smith

Office Assistant

Emma is a junior student in the School of Business majoring in accounting. She is currently a member on Stetson’s Business Ethics Case Competition Team and is excited to further her campus involvement as an Office Assistant. Emma is dedicated to expanding the success of each student and gaining new experiences along the way.

You can connect with Emma on LinkedIn.