CLA Dean’s Student Advisory Council

The Dean's Student Advisory Council (DSAC) consists of students from various College of Liberal Arts (CLA) majors and departments. The student led council is comprised of students who have been selected to serve as the voice of a diverse undergraduate and graduate student population and as a liaison between students and CLA Dean's office.  Oversight for DSAC is provided by , Associate Dean for the College of Liberal Arts.  

Purpose:

  • To facilitate communication and relationships between CLA students, faculty, staff and administrators.
  • To participate in CLA focused event planning and workshops. 
  • To foster increased awareness and visibility of the CLA.
  • To be actively engaged in improving CLA and TU student spirit as a collective whole.

Responsibilites:

  • Serve as a student representative to the CLA Dean's office.
  •  Provide student perspectives on issues, policies and procedures.
  • Provide feedback and suggest ways to improve student experience.
  • Provide feedback on CLA initiatives.
  • Assist with college recruitment activities such as TU4U, open house, etc. 

There are three levels of participation that are available to interested students:

  • Leadership
  • Active participant
  • Event volunteers

Interested in joining DSAC?  Please contact Associate Dean, to discuss the nomination and selection process. 

Current DSAC Members:

Contact:

Name Area of Study Status
Braddock, Desiree HIST-BS, POSC-BS Senior
Brooks, Carson PSYC-MA, Clinical Psychology Graduate
Cannon, Arielle SOAN- BS, CLST, SOCI Senior
Cole, Shelby ENGL-BS/PRWR-MS Accelerated Program Senior
Hackerman, Bethany PSYC-BS Senior
Huls, Aspen HIST-BS and RLST-BS Junior
Ragan, Skye GEOG-BS Junior
Schatz, Kara PSYC-BS Senior
Vie Brock, Keely SOAN-BS Junior

DSAC Member Bios

Hello! My name is Desiree Braddock and I am double majoring in History and Political Science with a minor in Human Rights and History. I am also taking my opportunity at Toson to learn Arabic. Around my busy schedule I participate in clubs such as the YDSA, Urban Farm and Phi Alpha Theta. I have just recently joined the CLA Dean's Student Advisory Council this year and hope to use my time here to encourage communication between CLA students and staff members, as well as advocating for improvements within the department. I am happy to talk to anyone who needs advice or just a simple conversation; you can contact me at . Have a great semester!

Hi! My name is Carson Brooks (he/him), and I am a first-year master's student in the M.A. in Psychology, Clinical Concentration program at Towson University. I am employed through the CLA as a Teaching Assistant and am also involved in a few research labs centered around multiculturalism, LGBTQIA+ health equity, and intimate partner violence. Outside of school, I love to lift weights, read psychology novels, and complete work at coffee shops. My personal and professional passions have instilled a motivating drive for helping students succeed academically and making the higher education experience more equitable, especially for historically marginalized communities. By joining the Dean's Student Advisory Council, I hope to serve as a voice and advocate for the graduate (and undergraduate) student body by engaging in constructive dialogue about our college. I specifically want to address student concerns relevant to mental health, the ongoing sociopolitical climate, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. You can reach me at if you have any questions, comments, or concerns!

Hi! My name is Arielle Cannon. I'm currently a Senior majoring in Sociology with a Cultural Studies minor. Additionally, I work as the Undergrad Assistant for Student Success in CLA. I am interested in learning about other students' experience in the College of Liberal Arts and helping with any problems they might be having. Outside of CLA, I am the President of the TU Kpop Dance Club and the Treasurer of the Korean American Student Association. I can help students find ways to get involved on campus and find clubs that match their interests. Feel free to contact me through email at any time, . I wish everyone a good academic year!

Hi! My name is Shelby Cole and I’m from a small town in New Jersey. I’m currently a senior undergraduate English major (writing concentration) and Biology minor— I am also an accelerated graduate student in TU’s Professional Writing Master’s program, on the technical writing and science communication track (PRWR). As for work, I’m a grant writer with a Towson University English Dept. project, Grantwriting In Valued Environments (GIVE), where I collaborate with local grass-root non-profits and write grants for underserved communities in the Baltimore area. As a member of the DSAC, I’d like to further my experience in the advocacy sector by advocating for those in this very building. We all have the right to voice our opinions and I’d like to help to amplify those voices! When I’m not doing school or job related work, I’m usually hanging out with friends, going to see movies, eating at restaurants, and watching YouTube with a coffee in hand. You can talk to me about anything; I have a lot of random knowledge! 

Hi my name is Bethany Hackerman. I am from Baltimore County, Maryland. I am a Senior Psychology major with a double minor in Family studies and Jewish studies. You may see me around campus as I work at the Writing Center and as a CCA at 10 west. Feel free to reach out to me at with any questions, concerns, or if you just want to chat!

Hey! My name is Aspen Huls and I am a Junior double majoring in Religious Studies and History, and minoring in Museum Studies. In addition to serving as a Co-Chair for the Dean’s Student Advisory Council, I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, and participant in Phi Alpha Theta. I want to utilize my time here to represent student voices and advocate for change that the CLA community asks for. I am happy to talk to you about my experience in either History or Religious Studies, and in CLA as a whole. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, ideas or suggestions regarding DSAC. I can be contacted at . Hope you have a great school year!

Hi! My name is Skye Ragan. I am from Cecil County, Maryland. I am also a First Generation student! I am pursuing a degree in Geography & Environmental Planning with a triple minor in Environmental Sustainability, Economics, and GIS. Outside of DSAC, I am a part of the TU Women's Club Rugby team! I have been on the team since my freshman year, serving as the Community Service Chair since my freshman spring semester. I find tremendous joy and responsibility in giving back to the local Baltimore region. I am also a student employee at The Office of Sustainability Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ, working with the office to provide GIS tools for students and faculty - I have worked to recreate the TU Campus Green Map (found on the TU Sustainability website). 
Although I have only been on DSAC for one semester, I hope to contribute to the enrichment of TU Students. I hope to engage with students and faculty to promote an exceptionable, safe, and sustainable environment Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ. 
Feel free to reach out to me about geography, sustainability, and anything about TU at !

Hi! My name is Kara Schatz and I am a senior psychology major and sociology minor here at Towson University. Outside of school, I love to practice yoga, read, and create art. I also work in the writing center as a writing fellow and undergraduate writing tutor. This has created a passion within me for helping students academically succeed. My goal as a member of the Dean's Student Advisory Council is to create a sense of community and safeness within the College of Liberal Arts so students have the best opportunity possible to succeed. I also want to focus on advocating for the overall mental health and wellbeing of undergraduate students. Feel free to contact me with questions, comments, or concerns via email: .

Hey! My name is Keely, and I am a junior majoring in Anthropology with a minor in LGBT Studies. In addition to my studies, I am the president of Towson’s Anthropology Club and an employee of the Baltimore Community Archaeology Lab. I am passionate about gender and queer studies as well as creating communities on campus, and I hope to facilitate community building within the CLA and make sure that student’s voices are heard. Feel free to reach out to me at kviebro1@students.towson.edu with any questions, ideas, or suggestions! Wishing you all a successful academic year!