Student Staff

Hi Everyone! My name is Brianne LaBare, and I am a junior originally from Orlando, Florida majoring in LJST and English.

During my time at Amherst, I’ve undertaken a variety of roles on campus. I have worked with the former Student Activities Department as a Project Manager and have since transitioned into my current position as a Peer Career Advisor. Additionally, I’ve been actively involved in campus publications since my first semester at Amherst, contributing to The Amherst Student as a Managing Design Editor and overseeing deadlines as the editor-in-chief of the Olio.

Being a first-generation, low-income student has made me keenly aware of the challenges and disadvantages that many students like myself encounter when seeking essential career resources. Nevertheless, I view this unique perspective as an opportunity to serve as a guiding beacon for those navigating the complexities of forging their own career paths.

With this in mind, I eagerly anticipate assisting students from all corners of the campus on their career journeys. Whether you’re starting your resume from scratch or need to incorporate your most recent internship or job experience, I’m here to lend a helping hand!

Hi everyone! My name is Carla Mattaliano, and I’m a senior from Bridgewater, New Jersey majoring in economics and BCBP on the pre-med track. On campus, I’m a women’s team captain for the club rowing program, a team DEI rep, and student researcher in a biology lab. Outside of Amherst, I volunteer at Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Hospice of the Fisher Home, and as an ESL tutor. Besides that, I can be found Val sitting with friends and playing Ticket to Ride.

I’ve spent the past three summers in Amherst participating in three very different experiences—though equally rewarding! After my freshman year, I was a caseworker at Amherst Community Connections where I assisted local individuals and families who are low-income and/or unhoused apply for public benefits like SNAP and Section 8. In 2022, I was a SURF fellow in the Jeong lab, a biology lab on campus, where I genotyped a double mutant line in plants. This past summer, I worked on my senior thesis in economics, which is focused on studying college decision-making. From these experiences, I know I desire a career that involves directly helping other people, continuous learning and research, and addressing education and health inequities.

I’m thrilled to return to the Loeb for my second year as a PCA. Throughout my Amherst career, the Loeb Center has been an amazing resource for finding internship opportunities and helping me craft professional resumes and cover letters. I am so excited to help other students present the best version of themselves!

Hello! I’m Dhyey Mavani, a Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics major at Amherst College. I’m passionate about quantitative research, data analysis, and software engineering. My academic journey has led me to take a diverse set of challenging graduate courses at Columbia University during my study away in spring 2023.

I am grateful to be able to intern with Amazon Web Services as a Software Engineering Intern in summer 2023 as one of the only few sophomores. Additionally, I’ve served as a Lead TA & Grader for Amherst College’s CS, Economics, and Math Departments and conducted research with the Amherst Data* Mammoths and the Statistics Department. I’m actively involved in quantitative research industry programs at industry leaders such as Jane Street, Citadel Securities, Hudson River Trading, and Google Research.

Outside the classroom and workspace, I’m an avid badminton player, and I also have a passion for archery, having earned multiple badges in USA Archery. Moreover, I enjoy competitive mathematics and problem solving as a math-lete!

As a Peer Career Advisor at Loeb center, I’m excited to share my experiences, insights, and help guide fellow students in their professional journeys. Whether you’re seeking advice on quantitative finance, software engineering, or just navigating college life, I’m here to help! Don’t hesitate to reach out to me via email or connect with me on LinkedIn!

Hello Everyone! My name is Cindy Rosario and I am a senior  from New York City. I am also a Psychology and Education double major. On campus I am part of the Latinx Affinity Group on campus and served on their executive board last year. I am also a member of the club volleyball team here at Amherst. I have a few student jobs on and off campus. I work at Wilson Admissions Center as a student assistant and tour guide and I work at Pasta E Basta in town. In my free time I like to listen to music, hang out with friends and shop!

I spent this past summer interning at The Equity Project Charter school as a social work intern. TEP Charter is a K-8 school in Washington Heights, NYC with a predominantly Black & Latinx student body. As a social work intern I was responsible for researching restorative justice practices in schools and creating a proposal for review. During my time at TEP I also created a social-emotional learning curriculum for grades 5-8 and mentored graduating 8th grade students going off to high school. This school year I am continuing this research through my Education Studies capstone project in my Advanced Research Seminar.

The Loeb Center was an immensely helpful resource for me before and during my internship. I am very grateful to them and excited to join their team as a Peer Career Advisor. Feel free to contact me with any questions, I’ll be glad to help you out!

Hello! My name is Ashley Yuen, and I’m a transfer student from Irvine, California in the class of 2025E, majoring in Chemistry on the pre-med track. Having transferred from a community college last year, I am deeply committed to creating supportive spaces so all students feel comfortable and empowered to seek pre-professional guidance. I gained experience in multiple settings prior to transferring, working as a chemistry lab technician, a food-service worker, and a spatial neuroscience research assistant.

On-campus, I am the business manager for the acapella group Zumbyes, a physics teaching assistant, and organic chemistry peer tutor. Last summer, I became a certified EMT-B with field experience in ambulances and hospitals, and I currently serve on the college’s emergency medical squad ACEMS. This summer, I conducted physical chemistry research with Professors Leung and Marshall on campus, analyzing the intermolecular interactions of halopropenes using microwave spectroscopy, and I’ll be continuing research during the school year. In my free time, I love to volunteer at the local soup kitchen, mentor kids through Big Brothers Big Sisters, experiment with cooking, and sing karaoke with friends!

As a transfer student, I’ve found the Loeb to be an invaluable resource for connecting with alumni and discovering opportunities. As a PCA, I’m excited to share my knowledge and experiences, and guide students in their pre-professional journeys. Whether you’re wondering where to start, looking to enhance your resume, or seeking advice, I’m here to help!

Hi All! My name is Aaron Holton and this year I’ll be one of two Meiklejohn Fellows Peer Ambassadors. I’m from Chicago Illinois and am a History and Political Science Double Major on a pre-law/pre-P.h.D track. Some of my hobbies include poetry writing, powerlifting, and free reading (mostly biographies/autobiographies).

On campus, I serve as a History Student Representative and am a member of the Political Science Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. The summer after my freshman year I interned at Georgetown University Law Center as an Investigative Intern for the Juvenile Justice Clinic. This past summer I served as a Law Clerk for the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office for the Felony Trial Division. Around campus, you’ll probably see me most often in Val, the Science Center, or the Lyceum. As a Meiklejohn’s Fellow, I continue to rely heavily on the community here for support and guidance. Now as a Junior, and having had a vast amount of experience, I wish to give back to the Meiklejohn community on campus and serve as an aid. I’m excited to meet you all and never hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns!

Hello! My name is Emily Kang, and I am a senior from Los Angeles, CA. I am majoring in Biochemistry & Biophysics on the pre-medical track. As a QuestBridge Match Scholar, I’m excited to be working as a Meiklejohn Fellows Peer Ambassador to help First-Generation, Low-Income students navigate their careers, both in and out of Amherst!

Outside of the Loeb Center, you can find me working on my thesis in the developmental biology lab (ask me what Nematostella are!) or writing poetry for the Stream Magazine. In my free time, I enjoy working on paint-by-numbers, finding new music on the Spotify Lorem playlist, and reading!

Hi! I’m Lucas Romualdo, a senior majoring in economics and math. I’m excited to join the Traub Careers in Business & Finance team as the finance intern for the 2023-2024 academic year. At Amherst, I’m part of the Investment Club, Model UN, and the Mock Trial team.

My freshman summer, I was an intern on the communications team at a Washington, DC-based think tank. Pivoting towards finance in my sophomore year, the Careers in Business & Finance program helped me explore and prepare for a summer internship at Fidelity Investments.  The programs were instrumental for the early recruiting and applying for junior summer investment banking roles. This summer, I interned at Goldman Sachs as an investment banking summer analyst in their middle-market coverage group.

As the finance intern, I am excited to be a resource for any students looking to explore the opportunities in the finance industry regardless of past experience or familiarity.  I am eager to help students prepare for internship and full-time application processes. Whether you’re just curious about the industry or actively preparing for interviews, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

i! I’m Erxi Lu (she/her) and I am a senior majoring in economics and English. I am very excited to join the Traub Careers in Business and Finance team as the consulting intern for the 2023-2024 academic year. I am also the President of the Asian American Writers’ Group, an analyst at the Isenberg Undergraduate Consulting Group, and will be writing a creative English thesis. In the classroom, I’m interested in creative writing and novels that dive deeper into agency and negotiating for agency.

Over the past few years, the Loeb Center and the Careers in Business and Finance Programs have been instrumental in helping me understand my career options and preparing me for my interviews. Last summer, I interned as a Client Service Intern at Income Research + Management, a private asset management company. This summer, I am excited to take my creative and analytical skills that I have honed at Amherst College to Bain & Company, a management consulting firm.

As the Consulting Intern, I am a resource for students at any stage in their consulting journey including learning more about the industry, networking and building resumes, and preparing for both behavioral and case interviews. While recruiting can seem intimidating at first, I (and the rest of the Loeb Center!) am here to support you! Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Hello! I’m Sushan and I am a senior from Kathmandu, Nepal. At Amherst. I’m an Environmental Studies and History major but enjoy taking classes throughout the other departments. Outside of the Employer Engagement role, I am involved with the Center for Learning and Teaching on campus and off-campus am involved with a heritage conservation project in Nepal. In my free time, I like to go on treks and read, take photos, and make tea.

At Amherst I have embraced the liberal arts both inside and outside the classroom. I have been interested in opportunities ranging from art history to finance and the Loeb Center has helped me find footing in all of these fields Last summer I interned with Signum Global Advisors, a policy and strategy firm that advises financial institutions and multinational businesses. I came across the firm through Loeb’s alumni in residence program and used the center’s resources to put together my application. This past summer I switched to curatorial work at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, researching for an exhibition debuting in 2025. The breadth of experiences and resources the Loeb possesses is what’s allowed me to pursue amazing professional opportunities in a myriad of disciplines. I am excited to share all the resources and skills I’ve learned at the Loeb!

Hey everyone! My name is Sydney Keating, and I am a junior Computer Science & English double major from Washington, DC. I’ve been a part of the Loeb Center for two awesome years and I am so excited to continue working with students throughout the school year.

Aside from working at the Loeb Center I am also a tour guide, a tutor, and a TA for the Computer Science department. In my free time I enjoy writing, playing video games, strumming my guitar, and messing around with programming side projects. If you ever see me working at the front desk, feel free to strike up a conversation with me about anything and everything! I love chatting with people, and am looking forward to getting to know the students that come through the Center.

Hello! My name is Jaclyn Kim, class of 2025, majoring in Economics and Music. I grew up in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and would love to recommend the delicious apple cider donuts in the area. I am super excited to work as an Employer Engagement intern at the Loeb Center where I can meet a variety of students and employers who join together to explore their passions and careers!

On campus, you can find me in any of the practice rooms playing the piano at Arms Music Center or out exploring town at the Farmers Markets on the weekends. I am part of the Amherst Equestrian Club, Investment Club, and Women in Finance. The Loeb Center has been a place of such great support and advice throughout my years at Amherst, and I would love to help and speak with anyone who may have questions about what the Loeb Center can provide for Amherst students. I look forward to meeting everyone at employer events and anyone who visits the Loeb Center!

Hello! My name is Arleth Rodrigues and I am class of 2024 majoring in Mathematics. My home state is Wyoming, and I have brought my adventurous spirit from home to New England. You’ll often hear about my adventures of biking, hiking, dancing, and learning from the wonderful people that surround me.

I love learning new things, so you will find me delving into new things across campus. I am part of the Skating Club, Outing Club, African and Caribbean Student Union dance group, and am part of the Faculty Committee of Admissions and Financial Aid. I have also studied abroad in Spain and Ecuador so feel free to ask more about my experiences!

The Loeb Center staff have been a vital part of my academic and personal journey, offering the support and mentorship I needed as a growing Amherst Student. As an Employee Engagement Intern, I hope I can become a small part of everyone’s career journey. I am excited to continue helping you all connect to opportunities and potential employers!

Hi all!  My name is Maddie Hahm, and I am currently a senior at Amherst studying Spanish with concentrations in both Marine Sciences and Sustainability!  I’m super excited to work with the Loeb Center as their Marketing and Communications Intern because I understand how difficult/overwhelming the job search can be, and I want to help as many students as possible feel more comfortable with navigating the process.

Besides working at the Loeb Center, I am also employed as a Student Health Educator (or a SHE), and I play on the Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Team.  When I’m not busy immersed in schoolwork or my extracurricular activities, you can probably find me at either the College’s Library or the Jones Library in town, as I LOVE to read.  In fact, I’m currently participating in a reading challenge where I’m trying to read 100 books this year—wish me luck!

Hi there! My name is Ava Zielinski, and I am a sophomore from Weston, Connecticut. I am majoring in Economics & Spanish, and I am working with the Loeb Center as a Marketing & Communications intern to increase student utilization of the amazing resources the center has to offer.

I am a member of the Amherst Women’s Track & Field team, and you can always find me at Newman Club and The Women’s Network meetings as well. In my free time, I love making music playlists, going on drives, reading, and taking walks. I love creative strategy and working with others, so I am very excited to be working with the Loeb Center to make even more students aware of all the great work they do.