He grew up in Russell, KS and earned two degrees from Kansas State University. Prior to joining the OSI team, he worked in leadership development, civic engagement and retention and student success at Kansas State University, the University of Kansas and the University of South Florida. In his free time, Todd loves to explore Kansas City, attend college sporting events and find new or interesting restaurants to enjoy.

Contact Todd about:

• Student Activity Fee Committee
• Student Government
• Student Involvement Presentations

Originally from Woodridge, IL (a suburb of Chicago), he previously served as the Student Involvement Coordinator at Northwest Missouri State University. Anthony obtained his Masters of Science in College Counseling and Student Development from St. Cloud State University. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a certificate in Community Leadership and Public Service from Iowa State University. In his free time, he enjoys playing ice hockey.

Contact Anthony for information about:

• Union Programming Board
• Kangaroo Food Pantry
• ASUM
• Student Organization Event Requests
• Student Organization T-Shirt Design Requests

She is a Wisconsin native who earned a B.A. in Graphic design from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and an M.S. in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Missouri State University. Prior to her time at UMKC, she worked as the Programming Coordinator of Penn State’s LGBTQA Student Resource Center. In her free time, she enjoys watching sports (go Brewers!), playing all kinds of games (board, tabletop, card, and video), and spending time with her partner, Maryann, and their adorable kitty, Kiki.

Contact Kari Jo about:

• LGBTQIA Programs and Services
• The Rainbow Lounge
• Safe Space Trainings

Kim grew up in Buffalo, NY, and earned her BA in English from The Ohio State University, and her M.S. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Indiana University. Prior to her time at UMKC, Kim worked with residence life, leadership development, new student programs, and student organization advising at the University of Colorado Boulder, Indiana University, Princeton University, and Buffalo State College. In her free time, Kim enjoys being with her family (including her son Charlie!), eating good food, and enjoying all that Kansas City has to offer.

Contact Kim about:

• Roos Give Back
• Parent and Family Programs
• Week of Welcome
• New Student Programs

She was raised in St. Louis and moved to Kansas City right after high school to attend UMKC. Yhanika earned her Bachelor of Business Administration with an emphasis in Enterprise Management from the Henry W. Bloch School of Management. Prior to joining the OSI team, she served the UMKC Community as a Customer Service Coordinator at UMKC Central. Yhanika is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. In her free time, she enjoys serving with the children’s ministry at her church, hanging out with her friends and crocheting.

Contact her about:

• Student Organizations
• Leadership Development
• Student Travel
• OSI Item Check-Out
• Summer Bridge

She was born and raised in Blue Springs, MO and after high school attended the University of Central Missouri. She obtained a degree in Vocal Music Education and is certified to teach grades K-12. While at UCM, she joined her sorority, Alpha Phi. She held several positions such as Chapter President and Vice President of Community Relations, while maintaining membership in both Rho Lambda and Order of Omega. She has come to UMKC to earn her Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration and hopes to eventually work in the field of Fraternity & Sorority Life. In her free time, Lynne likes to sing, hang out at coffee shops, and spend time with friends and family.

Contact Lynne about:

• Fraternities and Sororities
• Service and Philanthropy
• Marketing for Fraternity & Sorority Affairs

Carrie moved to Kansas City in high school and attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City as a student-athlete. She is a mother of twin girls and in her free time loves to spend it with her family. We enjoy traveling and exploring new places, and spend plenty of time at sporting events.

Contact Carrie about:

• SGA P-Card Requests
• Student Organization Finances and Operations
• Student Travel Requests

Sarah is from Shawnee, Kansas and earned her Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Northwest Missouri State University. She is currently pursuing her MA in Higher Education Administration at UMKC. In addition, she serves as the president of the Higher Education Student Association (HESA). Prior to her time at UMKC, she worked in programs including supplemental instruction, academic coaching, and orientation programs at Northwest Missouri State. At Northwest, she was also involved in athletics and was on the dance team for 4 years. In her free time, Sarah enjoys coaching a local high school dance team and spending time with friends and family.

Contact Sarah about:

• Office of Student Involvement Social Media
• Union Programming Board
• Roo Companion
• Stress Less Fest

Sam is a hometown kid from Kansas City, Missouri. He attended UMKC where he obtained a B.A. in History and a Minor in Anthropology. Sam is still a student at UMKC as he works to obtain a M.A. in Higher Education Administration. Sam has worked in multiple positions within organizations at UMKC in the past such as Senior Peer Mentor with what is now known as the PAL Program. He was also active with the Sigma Phi Epsilon chapter at UMKC where he served as Vice President of Communications and Membership Development during his time as an active member. He currently holds the position of Secretary with the Higher Education Student Association. In his free time, Sam enjoys playing video games, catching the latest sporting event, as well as spending time with family and friends.

Contact Sam about:

• Kangaroo Pantry Volunteer Opportunities
• Food Assistance Requests
• Food Drives
• Swipe Out Hunger