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.
Stuart Lundberg, CALS 2026
Stuart is a senior from Southwest Michigan in the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, planning to concentrate in finance and strategy. In the future, he hopes to work in a fast-paced environment, possibly in the sports or space sector. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis, watching baseball, eating New York Cheesecake Blizzards, and running a non-profit called The Lundberg Project. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to him at sfl38@cornell.edu.
Xavier Diaz-Sun, Arts and Sciences 2026
Xavier is a Senior from Bridgewater, NJ. He studies Computer Science and Statistical Science in the College of Arts and Sciences. He loves eating with friends, working out, and rock climbing. Currently he works in the commitment office as an assistant, is a rock climbing instructor for Cornell Outdoor Education, and is a TA for the introductory statistics course. In addition, he is currently serving as the Executive Vice President for the Interfraternity Council. Please reach out to Xavier with any questions or if you just want to chat. You can reach him at xsd2@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.
Tobin Bradia-Ortiz, Arts and Sciences 2028
Tobin is from Manhattan and is a sophomore studying Psychology and Sociology in the College of Arts and Sciences. He works as a barista and summer camp counselor during the summer, and this school year he's working at the Cornell Fitness Center and participating in dance teams on campus. When he's not studying or working, he loves working out, playing tennis, and doing anything art related or with kids. Please reach out to Tobin with any questions or if you just want to chat! You can reach him at tdb77@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.