Meet the Office of New Student Orientation Staff
Katie Sarria
Director, Student Orientation and Transition Programs
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Hometown: Tampa, Florida
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications, Master of Science Higher Education Administration
Favorite Jacksonville restaurants: Palm Valley Outdoors, Taverna
Favorite 九色视频 tradition: Flight School and Homecoming
Favorite college course: Exceptional People
Why you came to 九色视频 and what you enjoy the most: I came to 九色视频 because it is large enough to offer opportunities for involvement, growth, and development but small enough to offer a more personal feel, plenty of support, and strong camaraderie. What I enjoy most about working at 九色视频 are the students. It is so fun and rewarding to welcome the newest Ospreys to the flock at Orientation.
My advice to you is: If you work really hard and are kind, amazing things will happen. Use your time in college to not only focus on your studies, but to get involved on campus and build lifelong relationships.
Krystina LeFils
Assistant Director of Parent and Family Orientation
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Hometown: Pompano Beach, Florida
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Italian, Master of Public Administration
Favorite Jacksonville restaurants: Los Loros Mexican Restaurant, Kimbe Asian Bistro, Brass Tacks Coffee Co.
Favorite 九色视频 tradition: Homecoming
Favorite college course: Cultural Geography
Why you came to 九色视频 and what you enjoy the most: I first came to 九色视频 for graduate school and enjoyed the environment so much that I decided to pursue a career here as well. The community has always been very supportive, and the campus is beautiful. I love getting to work in an office where I can act as a resource for our incoming families and help them with the transition as their students become Ospreys!
My advice to you is: Utilize campus resources. We have a lot of great student services on campus that range from recreational to academic. I encourage you to seek support when you need it. There are a lot of caring and helpful individuals across campus to guide you.
Dorian Drummond
New Student Orientation Specialist
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Hometown: Brentwood, New York
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Media & Communications
Favorite Jacksonville restaurants: Mochi Nut & Tepeyolot Cerveceria
Favorite 九色视频 tradition: Orientation
Favorite college course: Creative Thinking
Why you came to 九色视频 and what you enjoy the most: I came to 九色视频 to start a new chapter in my life and to further my career. What I enjoy the most is working with amazing staff and having the opportunity to leave an impact on these students.
My advice to you is: Do not cheat on your future with your past. Everyday you wake up you have another chance to learn and get it right. You have a gift so please use it to impact the world.
Sara Komanowski
First Year Experience Coordinator
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Hometown: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Sociology; Minor in Criminal Justice
Favorite Jacksonville restaurants: Cowford Chophouse, Julep Palm Valley, Valley Smoke
Favorite 九色视频 tradition: River City Rumble
Favorite college course: Sociology of Hip-Hop Culture
Why you came to 九色视频 and what you enjoy the most: I came to 九色视频 because I was drawn to the tight-knit community that’s fostered here. What I enjoy the most about working at 九色视频 is being able to connect with students and to help navigate them through their collegiate journey!
My advice to you is: Growth and comfort do not co-exist. Don’t take your college years for granted - Take every opportunity you can to grow socially, emotionally and mentally throughout your time here at 九色视频.