Professional Staff
Jamie Greenwolf M.Ed. - Assistant Director of Student Wellbeing
Jamie is the Assistant Director for Student Wellbeing. He received his Master in Education from James Madison University in College Student Personnel Administration and received a Bachelor’s in Communication from Eastern Michigan University. He started working at John Carroll in the Spring of 2018 and is the main supervisors to the Peer Health Advocates. He is passionate about healthy relationships, decreasing the stigma around mental health, and social justice. In his free time he likes to spend time with his kid, Oliver, and spouse, Amber, as well as gardening, woodworking, and spending time outside.
Email: jgreenwolf@jcu.eduBooking Link: greenwolf.youcanbook.me
Cherelle Simmons - Graduate Assistant
Cherelle is the Graduate Assistant for the Wellness Center, majoring in School Counseling. Cherelle has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Akron in Psychology. Her passion for children and mental health impacted her decision to continue her education. Her career focus is promoting equality and unbiased opportunities to children of diverse backgrounds in the school system. In her free time she enjoys family and friends, hosting game nights, nail salon trips, traveling and roller skating.
Email: csimmons25@jcu.eduBooking Link: cherelles.youcanbook.me
Lindsay Carr - Graduate Assistant
Lindsay is one of the graduate assistants for the Wellness Center, receiving her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She graduated from The Ohio State University in 2022 with a bachelors in psychology. Lindsay is very passionate about an array of topics regarding mental health, but she is specifically interested in depression, anxiety, body image, self esteem and disordered eating. Her future career aspirations include focusing on adolescent populations within the foster care system or individuals on the Autism Spectrum. In her free time she enjoys watching football, staying up to date on fashion trends, trying new recipes, and traveling whenever she gets the chance.
Email: lncarr24@jcu.eduBooking Link: Lindsaycarr-universitycollege.youcanbook.me
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Peer Health Advocates
Relational PHAs
Name and Pronouns: Meghan Maselko, She/Her/HersMajor: Psychology (Clinical-Counseling Concentration) and Peace, Justice, and Human RightsYear in School: 4th YearTopics of Special Interest: I am passionate about consent, setting healthy boundaries, and the importance of self-care!Why did you want to be a PHA? I am passionate about helping others in any way I can, and I want to be able to help the JCU community become a more healthy environment! I think it is very important for our campus to be having open conversations about the issues that affect many of us, reinforcing the idea that we are truly not alone.
Name and Pronouns: Ali Brown, She/Her/HersMajor: Early Childhood EducationYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: I am really passionate about relationships. I think whether it's friendships, family relationships, or romantic relationships, they have a large effect on your life. it's important to learn the tools to a healthy relationship and creating a strong support system for yourself.Why did you want to be a PHA? I love helping people and watching them grow! College can be hard, and so can life, and it's important to know that there are resources and people who are there to help support you and walk with you through whatever you may be going through.
Name and Pronouns: Elina Riley, She/Her/HersMajor: PsychologyYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: Mental health, body positivity, healthy relationshipsWhy did you want to be a PHA? I enjoy helping others and making people feel like they have support regardless of where they are. I wanted to be a PHA to become a resource for my peers as they navigate issues or concerns that we all go through as college students.
Name and Pronouns: Cara Tulk, She/Her/HersMajor: Pre law with a focus in criminologyYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: Mental health, and relationships.Why did you want to be a PHA? I wanted to be a PHA, to be able to spread awareness about mental health. As well as healthy and unhealthy relationships. Mental health, is something I am super passionate about as well.
Name and Pronouns: Veronica Mikhail, She/Her/HersMajor: Biology with a minor in LeadershipYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: Stress management, body positivity, self care, and mental health awareness.Why did you want to be a PHA? I am dedicated to helping others in any way that I am able to. I would like to use my knowledge about all the aspects of wellness and create an educated, healthy, and safe community at John Carroll University.
Name and Pronouns: Jenna Kelly, She/Her/HersMajor: Sociology and Criminology & Peace, Justice, and Human RightYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: Self love/self care, time management, finding healthy coping mechanisms, and I also find that the community you surround yourself with is important, making healthy relationships hold a huge impact on your overall well-being.Why did you want to be a PHA? As someone who has struggled with my own mental health I want everyone to get to experience a happy life with effective coping mechanisms in whatever way is possible for them. I will do anything I can to be involved in the process of making the John Carroll community a safe place for everyone, but most especially those who are struggling.
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Mental Health PHAs
Name and Pronouns: Katie Benaquista, She/Her/HersMajor: BiologyYear in School: 4th YearTopics of Special Interest: Emotional wellness and self careWhy did you want to be a PHA? I have always loved giving advice to others and being there in times of need. I am passionate about mental wellness because I know how hard it is to struggle, especially during times of transition and uncertainty.
Name and Pronouns: Lauren Hoffman, She/Her/HersMajor: ChemistryYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: Mental, Physical, and Emotional Health and WellnessWhy did you want to be a PHA? I have seen the first hand impact of misinformation pertaining to health-related topics (mental, physical, etc…). I want to use my experiences to help, relate, and empower others. To increase discussion—on even the most stigmatized topics—is to increase awareness.
Name and Pronouns: Dominic Sanabria , He/Him/HisMajor: MarketingYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: I am most passionate about exercise and nutrition. I also want to help those who struggle with anxiety like I do.Why did you want to be a PHA? I have a passion for physical and mental well-being. When I was struggling at some points in my life, I had people help me through tough times. They changed my life, and now I want to be the person to help others, and spread knowledge on health and wellness.
Name and Pronouns: Nicole Susie, She/Her/HersMajor: Finance with a minor in Peace, Justice, & Human RightsYear in School: 2nd YearTopics of Special Interest: I love learning about all areas but I am especially interested in mental health and stress management.Why did you want to be a PHA? I have always been passionate about helping others and doing what I can to make environments healthier and more inclusive places. I want to be a resource to people that are struggling and help them in any way that I can.
Name and Pronouns: Kristin Wilson, She/Her/HersMajor: Secondary EducationYear in School: 2nd YearTopics of Special Interest: I am very passionate about building good relationships with those around me and maintaining them and personal boundaries and helping people know that they can always have those boundaries.Why did you want to be a PHA? I wanted to be a PHA because I'm very passionate about personal health and the well-being of those around me and I wanted to be a part of this great resource for students on campus.
Name and Pronouns: Anna Laube, She/Her/HersMajor: Cell and Molecular Biology with a minor in Population in Public Health Year in School: 2nd YearWhy did you want to be a PHA? I wanted to be a PHA because I believe our wellness plays a big role in our success at college, so I wanted to be a part of the team that helps support student wellness and use what I have learned to help my peers!
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Physical PHAs
Name and Pronouns: Julia DiFranco, She/Her/HersMajor: Psychology with Mental Health Services ConcentrationYear in School: 4th YearTopics of Special Interest: Time and stress management, body positivity, and self esteemWhy did you want to be a PHA? To help end the stigma surrounding mental health. I am very passionate about helping others and I think achieving a positive mental space is one of the most important things in life. Your mental health affects all other aspects of your life, so I think it's important to hold a good mental space.
Name and Pronouns: Sarah McAllister, She/Her/HersMajor: Communications with Integrated Marketing ConcentrationYear in School: 4th YearTopics of Special Interest: Mental health, physical health, and stress managementWhy did you want to be a PHA? I think promoting wellness is so important and engaging in healthy habits is crucial to living a successful life. I hope to use any experiences I've encountered to support others and encourage my peers to become the best version of themselves.
Name and Pronouns: Maya Kumar, She/Her/HersMajor: BiologyYear in School: 4th YearTopics of Special Interest: Body positivity, self care, healthy eating, and healthy coping strategiesWhy did you want to be a PHA? I wanted to become a PHA to help my peers and community continue to develop a healthy lifestyle. College is one of the best times to create healthy habits and I want to help the JCU community create an open discussion and conversation around these.
Name and Pronouns: Leah Harrigan, She/Her/HersMajor: Communications with concentration in Integrated MarketingYear in School: 4th YearTopics of Special Interest: Nutrition, physical wellness, and anxiety managementWhy did you want to be a PHA? I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and rewarding life. I want to be a capable resource for students who need support in adjusting to college life, but also I want to provide people with skills to help them thrive in their future.
Name and Pronouns: Bri Callow, She/Her/HersMajor: Communications with concentration in Integrated MarketingYear in School: 3rd YearTopics of Special Interest: Body Positivity, Self Care, and Anxiety ManagementWhy did you want to be a PHA? I wanted to be a PHA because I'm very passionate about personal health and the well-being of those around me and I wanted to be a part of this great resource for students on campus.