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Lisa Mazzariello

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Get ready to meet the vibrant and dynamic Lisa Mazzariello, who became a proud member of the Champlain Community back in October 2005. With an impressive track record, she currently rocks the role of Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs, Diversity and Inclusion. Over the course of her career, she also assumed various roles in Student Activities and Residential Life. Her educational background includes a Master’s of Science in Business Administration and Planning from St. Michael’s College, as well as a Bachelor’s of Sciences in Psychology from Castleton State College. Notably, she is an alumna of Champlain College, where she earned her Associate’s Degree in Communications and Public Relations. To this day, her mom still says that “Champlain was the best thing for her daughter, after all it’s where Lisa’s academic and social life began to thrive.” You can still experience this when she gets together with her many alumni friends that she is still in contact with after all these years.

Passionate about student development, Lisa finds great joy in witnessing the transformative “ah-ha” moments in students’ growth. Furthermore, she actively advocates for women’s rights and is an engaged member of the LGBTQ community. Lisa has channeled her passion for education and infused it into her favorite courses to teach; Leadership Seminar, Diversity and Inclusion 101, and Champ 101.

She would also say that she has the honor of working with an amazing team of student affairs professionals. Amongst them they have many different areas of focus. Want to know what the best programs are on campus, where to get your gaming on, find enriching and critical conversations, know the best clubs to join and eat the most bagels? Lisa and her team can show you.

In her spare time, Lisa’s the ultimate outdoor adventurer, embracing Vermont’s breathtaking landscapes like a true explorer. She’s out there kayaking, hiking, and embracing nature—it’s like she’s on a lifelong adventure quest!

And wait for it—the best part! Her partner-in-crime is the adorable golden retriever, Juniper. They’re an inseparable duo, ruling the outdoors and bringing smiles wherever they go.

If you wish to meet Lisa, you can find her at the IDX Student Life Center.

What are your hobbies?

Hiking, kayaking, skiing, traveling, spending time with family and friends.

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

Tiny Thai, The Guild, Trattoria Delia, Great Harvest Bread Company

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Skip Harris

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Skip Harris is the director of the Champlain College Counseling Center. Skip is a compassionate professional with a wealth of experience in counseling and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by college students. Skip is dedicated to promoting mental health and fostering a supportive environment for the campus community. Skip has been at Champlain College for 14 years and has overseen the Counseling Center for the past 10 years. Skip works closely with a team of gifted clinicians, ensuring the highest quality of care is provided to address a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, academic stress, and relationship concerns to name a few. In his spare time Skip enjoys spending time with his family, running, cycling and coaching his daughters high school lacrosse team.

What are your hobbies?

Spending time with my family, Running, cycling, hiking, Skiing hanging out on the lake, cooking, eating, coaching high school woman’s lacrosse

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

Splash on the dock by boat, JCAT, farmhouse, Halverson’s. Summer I try to spend time on the lake with family and friends or other fun river swimming holes. Nordic and Alpine skiing in the winter. Love hiking in the fall and coaching lacrosse in the spring

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Erika Lea

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Erika’s career in social work has spanned supervising after-school programming for high school students, home visiting for vulnerable families, teaching parenting classes for incarcerated fathers, directing the counseling program at a boarding school, and now co-coordinating both the Champ 101 Program and The InSight Program’s wellbeing theme. She joined Champlain College in 2019 and enjoys the innovative and supportive community, including the many student leaders who are the “special sauce” of the work she gets to do. She enjoys spending time with her family, dogs, and chickens. She also serves on the Champlain Valley School District Board of Directors.

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Emma Hess

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Emma is enthusiastic about supporting all students on their unique academic journeys and is excited to be part of a college community that champions inclusion and equitable access. She graduated from Providence College with a B.A. in English. Emma has a long-held passion for disability education and advocacy both in and outside the classroom. She enjoys visiting family in New Hampshire, exploring local farms and indie businesses, and attempting to conquer a never-ending to-be-read list.

Hobbies

Reading, Painting, Baking

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont

Shelburne Farms

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Erika Lea

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Erika’s career in social work has spanned supervising after-school programming for high school students, home visiting for vulnerable families, teaching parenting classes for incarcerated fathers, directing the counseling program at a boarding school, and now co-coordinating both the Champ 101 Program and The InSight Program’s wellbeing theme. She joined Champlain College in 2019 and enjoys the innovative and supportive community, including the many student leaders who are the “special sauce” of the work she gets to do. She enjoys spending time with her family, dogs, and chickens. She also serves on the Champlain Valley School District Board of Directors.

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Becca Maheu

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Becca is passionate about making sure all students have the tools and support they need to thrive here at Champlain College. She graduated from the University of Vermont with a B.A. in Psychological Sciences with a minor focused on Behavioral Health Sciences, and has always been driven to create inclusive, supportive environments. Becca is all about making a positive impact in students’ lives — whether that means helping navigate accommodations or just being a friendly face around campus. She is excited to be a part of a community that values equity, access, and student success!

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David Boyle

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Born in Philadelphia (Go Eagles!) and raised in Vermont. Joined the Vermont Army National Guard at 18 and which became a career. Deployed twice in support of the Global War on Terrorism with one in Kuwait and one in Afghanistan. Retired from the military after more that 26 years in service (23 of them on Active Duty). Currently assigned as a clinician at the college’s counseling center.

Holds two Masters Degrees, one in Administration and one in Clinical Psychology, both from St. Michael’s College. Worked in the mental health field for over 13 years. First clinical experience in the field was working in a Combat Stress Control Clinic in Afghanistan treating service members with mental health issues. Other relevant clinical experience is in both community mental health (in crisis and drug addiction issues) and in private practice.

Distinctions & Awards

Bronze Star Medal
Army Meritorious Service Medal 2nd Award
Army Commendation Medal 5th Award
Army Achievement Medal 4th Award

Recommended Reading, Listening & Viewing

• The Guns of August, Barbara Tuchman
• The Gettysburg Address

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Skip Harris

Biography

Skip Harris is the director of the Champlain College Counseling Center. Skip is a compassionate professional with a wealth of experience in counseling and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by college students. Skip is dedicated to promoting mental health and fostering a supportive environment for the campus community. Skip has been at Champlain College for 14 years and has overseen the Counseling Center for the past 10 years. Skip works closely with a team of gifted clinicians, ensuring the highest quality of care is provided to address a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, academic stress, and relationship concerns to name a few. In his spare time Skip enjoys spending time with his family, running, cycling and coaching his daughters high school lacrosse team.

What are your hobbies?

Spending time with my family, Running, cycling, hiking, Skiing hanging out on the lake, cooking, eating, coaching high school woman’s lacrosse

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

Splash on the dock by boat, JCAT, farmhouse, Halverson’s. Summer I try to spend time on the lake with family and friends or other fun river swimming holes. Nordic and Alpine skiing in the winter. Love hiking in the fall and coaching lacrosse in the spring

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Micah Pierce-Coleman

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Micah is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor at Champlain College’s Counseling Center, joining the team as a full-time staff member after completing a clinical graduate internship with the college. Micah has worked in higher education for multiple years and has experience supporting college students’ well-being across a variety of contexts. Micah has clinical interests and experience in anxiety, identity development, interpersonal relationships, and more.

Micah is originally from Breckenridge, CO, and has made a new home in Vermont after getting her Master of Science degree from the University of Vermont. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, baking, working on creative projects, connecting with friends, swimming, and trying new creeme spots!

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Maggie Riley

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Maggie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has been a Counselor with the Counseling Center at Champlain since 2013. Maggie loves the small community here and appreciates that working with students and graduate interns challenges her thinking and introduces her to new ideas.

Maggie has many clinical interests including social psychology, navigating interpersonal dynamics and family of origin concerns, and exploring spirituality.

In her spare time Maggie enjoys spending time with family and friends, getting coffee in the Old North End and watching old movies.

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Anthony Rivers

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Anthony Rivers is a Champlain alum who earned his B.S. in Psychology in 2018. After graduation, he applied his understanding of learning and the brain to teach people about their dogs’ behavior and ways to address it, earning certification in 2020. Anthony returned to the Champlain community in 2022 – first to the Compass Student Services team, before transitioning to his current role in the ODI in August 2022. Anthony was born and raised in the Cayman Islands, but often traveled to visit family in Vermont during the summertime. While his mom’s love for scuba diving is what initially drew her to Cayman Brac, Anthony’s love for hiking and nature has helped make Vermont his second home. Anthony is passionate about mentorship, Caribbean history and culture, his dog Chip (and other dogs), encouraging self-discovery and facilitating identity work. When he isn’t working or taking care of Chip, you may find Anthony playing intramural basketball with the Staff/Faculty & Alumni team, writing, doing some kind of outdoor activity, or enjoying some downtime with a video game.

What are your hobbies?

Hiking, basketball, gaming, writing

Tell us about your favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

Cooking with fresh local produce from farmers markets, Island Passion, Harmony’s Kitchen

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Chauncey T. Beaver

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Dam, I love being a Champlain College Beaver!

Hey everyone! I’m Chauncey T. Beaver, Champlain’s official mascot. You’ll often see me around campus at events, taking selfies with my friends and throwing out high-fives left and right. I love all of my fellow Beavers and it makes my day when we get to hang out! Seeing your faces light up when you see me really fills me with joy. You are what makes Champlain so special, and I’m eager to meet new friends at every event I attend, so don’t be afraid to say hi! I can’t talk, but I’ll be sure to wave back. 🙂

My school spirit is off the charts and I’m always there to rally you for the big life events: move-in, orientation, graduation, Spring Meltdown, Dare to CARE Wellbeing Week, you name it: I’m cheering you on. I’ve got some pretty sweet dance moves, too, so get ready!

Do you want me to make an appearance at an event you’re hosting? Email my friends at studentengagement@champlain.edu. They’ll check my schedule and get back to you. See you soon for a dam good time!

Let’s play corn hole together!

I’ll never say no to a photo with friends! Catch me at campus events like the Fall Career Fair.

Not gonna lie, I’m a pretty big hit at Orientation.

You might even catch me hitting the slopes come winter!

You can call me Captain Chauncey! The Lake Champlain Ethan Allen boat cruise is my favorite Champlain tradition—we get to ride it together during Orientation and during Senior Week! The perfect bookend to your Champlain journey.

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Christine Koogle

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Christine’s love of events began in her hometown of Baltimore, Maryland. In search of an education she could carry anywhere, she headed north to Champlain College, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Event Management. As a student, Christine immersed herself in campus life, taking on leadership roles as a Resident Advisor, Student Activity Programmer, Orientation Leader, and CHAMP President, among others.

After graduation, she remained in Vermont to manage a luxury event catering company, where she spent several years honing her craft in high-end event production. Christine has since returned to Champlain and the Student Engagement team, where she now leads the very programs and traditions she once took part in as a student—bringing her experience full circle.

When she’s not working alongside students, Christine can be found planning weddings for friends and family, kayaking Vermont’s lakes and rivers, or experimenting with a new recipe to share.

What are your hobbies?

Cooking and Baking, kayaking, planning parties!

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

I love to eat and drink! And, of course, explore. Top places to eat: Honey Road, Poco, May Day, The Tillerman, and Philo Ridge Farm

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Kelsey O’Connor

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Kelsey O’Connor currently serves as the Director of Residential Life & Student Engagement at Champlain College. A 2014 Champlain graduate with a BS in Event Management, Kelsey has dedicated her career to enhancing the student experience at her alma mater, where she has worked since 2015. Throughout her time at Champlain, she has held multiple roles, from Associate Director of Student Engagement to Area Coordinator, gaining a broad perspective on student activities and residential life. She also holds a Master of Science in Executive Leadership from Champlain College Online.

Originally from Bedford, Massachusetts, Kelsey moved to Vermont to attend Champlain and fell in love with the state’s vibrant community. Outside of work, she enjoys kayaking and spending time with her two golden retrievers, Maple and Frankie.

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Kyra Yu

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Kyra Yu joined the Student Engagement team in Fall 2024 after serving as Champlain’s Event Operations Coordinator for two years. In 2021, Kyra graduated from the University of New England with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Minor in Coaching.

What are your hobbies?

Ice hockey, hiking, biking, snowboarding

Tell us about your favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

While biking on the Burlington Bike Path, I love making a pit stop at Burlington Bay to get a maple black raspberry creemee!

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Tara Chasnoff

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Tara is thrilled to be working at Champlain College Student Health Center and feels passionate about empowering and educating college students to take charge of their health. She comes to Champlain with over 15 years of nurse practitioner experience which includes working in two other university student health centers. In addition, she continues to work at the Community Health Centers of Burlington where she has been delivering primary care for the past 12 years. Tara was born and raised in Brooklyn but has lived in Burlington for the past 16 years where she is raising her two fabulous daughters and her feisty Havanese. She loves yoga, reading, dance, and long hikes in the Adirondacks.

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Diana Clayton

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Diana is the Medical Director of the Student Health Center at Champlain College. She enjoys creating environments where individuals thrive and feel motivated to be their best selves, and applies this energy to her work with patients as well as staff. When not in her office, she is usually playing on the lake or the mountains that surround her home.

What are your hobbies?

Downhill skiing, running, cooking, and design

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Jenny Evans First

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I have been a Family Nurse Practitioner for almost 15 years in Burlington, at the Community Health Centers of Burlington and Champlain College. I received my nursing license and degree at the University of Vermont. I love working with young people – learning their stories and particular interests, strengths and challenges and helping them learn to care for themselves. I love to play outdoors with my family and friends, particularly mountain biking, skiing and hiking. I also love to read, fiction mostly, spend time in museums, fresh grapefruit and bodysurfing. I am learning to play pickleball.

What are your hobbies?

I love to read, ride my bike, play in the ocean, hike and hang out with my family and friends.

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

Honey Road and Gray Jay restaurants; play in Lake Champlain

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Cole Filson

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Cole is the Health and Medical Office Coordinator at the Champlain College Student Health Center. He just recently started his position at Champlain College and as recent college graduate himself, lends a welcoming perspective to the students. In his free time, Cole enjoys being outdoors, photography, and listening to a wide range of music.

Hobbies

Photography, Music, Hiking

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Annika Hawkins-Hilke

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Annika Hawkins-Hilke is a per diem Nurse Practitioner at the Student Health Center. Prior to this role, she served as the Assistant Vice President of Student Health & Wellbeing and Medical Director. Annika is a trained Family Nurse Practitioner and her background includes additional training and years of experience in mental health and psychiatry. Annika is passionate about building community and supporting our students as they explore the relationship between their personal wellbeing, academic success, and life goals. Annika finds joy in exploring the mountains and lakes of Vermont with her family in all seasons, gardening in her backyard, and sourdough bread toasted with butter.

What are your hobbies?

Skiing, camping, boating! Reading, cooking, gardening!

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

I love to go for runs in the Intervale, swim in Lake Champlain and swimming holes in rivers around the state, and ski our mountains in the winter. Vermont honey crisp apples and maple syrup make my heart sing!

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Maryann Lisak

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Maryann Lisak is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Champlain College Student Health Center. She has past experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in a crisis setting, intensive outpatient program setting, and in primary care.

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Lili Martin

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Lili joins the student health center as a per diem nurse. Lili is also a Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing at UVM.

Lili is currently pursuing her Family Nurse Practitioner certificate at UVM, continuing her commitment to lifelong learning and expanding her capacity to serve individuals, families, and communities. Her clinical interests include primary care, integrative health, gender affirming care and sexual reproductive health, stress management and well-being.

When not at work, Lili enjoys outdoor adventures with her family.

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Hannah Marton

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Hannah is the Clinical Operations and Health Promotion Coordinator at the Champlain College Student Health Center. Prior to this position, Hannah worked as the Student Health Center’s Medical Office Coordinator. Hannah embraces her background in social work as the foundation for her professional and personal life. She values working directly with and in service to our students, recognizing that the unique needs of the individual impact the collective needs of the Champlain community. In her free time, Hannah enjoys being outdoors amongst all the natural beauty that Vermont has to offer.

Hobbies

Hiking, skiing, boating — anything outdoors! Spending quality time with friends and family!

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Megan Mogerley

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Megan is a native Vermonter who works at the Champlain College Student Health Center. She is trained as a Family Nurse Practitioner and came to Champlain College in 2023 from a busy medical office where she worked as a primary care provider for a diverse patient population. She has years of experience and training in mental health, gender affirming care, and specifically enjoys working with college students to help support them in learning to manage and care for their own unique health needs.

When not at work, she enjoys running, reading, gardening, and making things with her hands.

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Lauren Ziegelman

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Lauren works as the staff nurse at the Student Health Center. Her nursing passions include sexual and reproductive healthcare, gender-affirming care, and mental health. Prior to joining the SHC team, she was a pediatric ER nurse in Wilmington, DE. As a native Vermonter, when not at work, Lauren enjoys spending as much time outside as possible: hiking, biking, or running.

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