2025-26 Student Advisory Committee Members

Karlah Culver, CALS 2026

Karlah is a senior from the Bronx, NY majoring in Biology & Society with a minor in Health Equity, studying in the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences on the pre-medicine track. On campus, Karlah is committed to her job as Student Manager for Cornell Catering & Concessions. She also serves as the Co-President of Weill Ithaca Network and President/Raiser for Guiding Eyes for the Blind. She is currently raising Hula, a Golden Labrador Retriever in training. Outside of her studies, she enjoys traveling, long drives, and volunteering as an EMT at the Lansing Fire Department. Reach out to her anytime at kbc46@cornell.edu.
 

Carlos Apreza, Arts and Sciences 2026

Carlos is a senior from Staten Island, NY. As a first-generation college student, he is passionate about corporate finance, legislative politics, and nonprofit service in underserved communities. Carlos is majoring in Government in the College of Arts and Sciences and pursuing minors in American Studies and Business through the Dyson School. Driven by a commitment to equity and impact, he is focused on bridging public policy and business to uplift marginalized communities. Outside the classroom, Carlos enjoys exploring Ithaca and upstate New York, lifting weights, and taking long drives with friends. Feel free to connect with him at ca532@cornell.edu.

Katharine Turk, Arts and Sciences 2027

Katharine is a junior in the College of Arts & Sciences studying Biological Sciences and Environment & Sustainability. Her hometown is Pensacola, Florida. She works in the Performing & Media Arts Department's scene shop and for Cornell Dining. She's also on the editorial board of The Cornell Daily Sun. Outside of work and academics, Katharine loves traveling, trying new things, and meeting new people. Find her in the audience of any theatre production on campus or diving into a book near a gorge. Reach out at kat229@cornell.edu.

Esther Yoon, Arts and Sciences 2027

Esther is a junior from Bellevue, WA, studying psychology with a minor in Spanish. You can find her working at the front desk of Olin Library, volunteering as a Diversity Admissions Ambassador, or studying for her next prelim at the Cocktail Lounge. During her leisure time, Esther likes to picnic with friends on the slope, watch the sunset, eat spicy Korean noodles with her friends, and plan family trips all over the world. Feel free to reach out to Esther to discuss anything from her favorite boba drink to her passion for volunteering at hy596@cornell.edu.

Karina Jagdeo, Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management 2027

Karina is a junior from Brooklyn, NY in the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management. Minoring in real estate, Karina aims to build a career in the commercial sector and eventually shape the future of affordable housing. She now mentors first-generation, low-income students through the KKR Accelerator Program, supporting their growth through career development and community-building. She also works within her project team, Hack4Impact on external relations. In her free time, Karina loves playing soccer, hanging out with friends, and doom-scrolling on Tiktok. Feel free to reach out at kj334@cornell.edu.

Deborah Olorunda, CALS 2028

Deborah is a sophomore from Northern Virginia studying landscape architecture in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. In addition to her role on the SAC, she is on the executive board for the Cornell Student Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects and works at the Landscape Architecture Makerspace. In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis, swimming, going on runs, and hanging out with friends! Please feel free to reach out to her at do289@cornell.edu.

Gabby Lenzmeier, CALS 2028

Gabby is a sophomore from Minneapolis, Minnesota, studying Agricultural Economics and Global Development. On campus, she serves as the Vice President of Programming for the Cornell Panhellenic Council, an analyst for the Cornell Global Business Club, a writer for the Cornell Business Review, and a consultant for the Cornell Marketing Club. Outside of academics, Gabby enjoys Irish Dancing (and coaching little dancers), volunteering at Cornell hockey games, going thrifting with friends, and hopping on a plane to explore somewhere new. Feel free to reach out to her anytime at gel65@cornell.edu.

Owen Jones, Human Development 2028

Owen is from Cape Cod, Massachusetts. He studies Health Care Policy in the Brooks School of Public Policy and is completing the Dyson Business Minor. He is passionate about the intersection of healthcare, leadership, and community service. On campus, Owen is involved in Cayuga Healthcare Consulting and Big Red Hearts, and he is the Vice President of his fraternity. Outside of academics, Owen am usually running around Ithaca, walking my golden retriever, or falling asleep halfway through a movie.  Feel free to reach out at ocj6@cornell.edu.

Elena Centeno, Arts and Sciences 2027

Elena is a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences studying Sociology with minors in Business, Law & Society, and Human Development. She serves as Executive Director of Development at Student Agencies Inc., where she supports the corporation’s strategic growth and new venture development. In the community, Elena mentors a 14-year-old Ithaca High School student through the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. She hopes to pursue a career in operations and compliance, focusing on organizational efficiency and optimization. In her free time she enjoys playing basketball and spending time with loved ones. Feel free to reach her at emc346@cornell.edu.

Beau Reid, Arts and Sciences 2027

Beau is a junior from Hurley, NY, majoring in Government in the College of Arts & Sciences. He is passionate about education and plans to become a teacher after graduating. You can find him working at Fresh Marche in Collegetown, helping students at the Microeconomics Support Center, teaching and organizing with Splash! at Cornell, or climbing with friends at Lindseth. In his free time, Beau loves playing and listening to music, hiking new trails, and spending time outdoors.  Feel free to reach him at bnr36@cornell.edu.