Honors Council

The Executive Committee is made up of a President who is elected by the Honors community, and the chairs of each of the three committees. The Executive Committee is responsible for ensuring committees have the resources they need to succeed, distributing information to the Council and the broader Honors community, and making sure students have opportunities to engage with the Honors Program.

Connect with the Executive Committee members at full Council meetings (see meeting dates on the "Upcoming Events" page) or reach out via email with questions or thoughts about how Council can best serve the Honors and RIT community.

Ellie Fairchild

President

My name is Ellie and I am a 5th year mechanical engineering major. I am excited to serve as your President this year and help represent all Honors students. On campus I am also involved with the Theme Park Enthusiasts and the Pep Band. 

Tyler Weiss

SLC Chair - SOIS Delegate 

Hi! I'm Tyler Weiss, a 2nd year student in the School of Individualized study and the SOIS Honors Delegate. In my free time I enjoy anything related to physical activity and spending time with my friends. In addition, I've recently developed an interest in neurotechnology and general recreation, both of which I plan to become more involved with on campus this year. I am glad that I have the opportunity to help organize volunteering events for fellow RIT students and hope to further contribute to the community of RIT throughout my remaining time here. 

Sam Marino

AEC Chair - COLA Delegate

Courtney Cimmerer 

CWC Co-Chair - CHST Delegate 

Hi, my name is Courtney Cimmerer and I am the CHST Honors Delegate. I am a 3rd year in the Physician Assistant (PA) program and am minoring in American Sign Language and Deaf Culture. I love to swim as am part of the RIT Swim Club as well as being an avid reader. Always feel free to reach out and ask me any questions!

Kyra Stockwell

CWC Co-Chair - BIPOC Delegate 

Hi everyone, my name is Kyra (they/them) and I'm the BIPOC Honors Delegate. I'm a 2nd year interpreting student and do my best to be involved on campus. I'm a Major Events Manager for the College Activities Board (CAB) and a member of the operations team on the Electric Vehicle Team (EVT). If you ever have any questions let me know and I'll do my best to help!

The Service and Leadership Committee (SLC) is responsible for finding, creating, and hosting events that, with the approval of the Honors Program, help you fulfill your complementary learning requirements. 

The SLC meets Fridays from 5:00-6:00pm in Eastman 1310. 

Patricia Aristy

First-Year Delegate

Hello! My name is Patricia and I'm the First-Year Delegate majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in aerospace. In my free time I like to draw, cross-stitch, and do little art projects. I'm also hoping to become involved with the Theme Park Enthusiasts and other clubs. I'm looking forward to becoming more involved on campus and working with all of you!

Kaelyn Beeman 

GCCIS Delegate 

Lun Kong

General Delegate

Hello! My name is Lun Kong and I am a 2nd year BS/MS applied mathematics student in the College of Science. I was born in Hong Kong and moved to Delaware when I was 7. In addition to serving as a General Delegate in the Honors Program, I also serve as a member of the College of Science Advisory Board (COSSAB). I love the weather, Excel sheets, and Nathan's soup. I am excited to serve in the Honors program and feel free to ask me any questions or if you need help in math!

The Academic Excellence Committee (AEC) is responsible for supporting and celebrating academic excellence in the Honors Community. This includes helping to run the Honors Research and Creativity Symposium in December!

The AEC meets Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00pm in LBR 1202 (Dane Gordon Room)

Aneesh Bukya

Internal Admit Delegate 

Hey everyone, I'm Aneesh Bukya, a 3rd year majoring in Computer Science along with a minor in Business Administration. Outside of Honors, I am the Community Manager for the Google Developers Student Club and a mentor for the Society of Software Engineers. In my spare time I like watching movies, combat sports, and cricket.

Kiersten Delk 

NTID Delegate 

Hello, my name is Kiersten and I am a 3rd year interpreting major with a minor in business administration. I am involved in Residence Life and the Student Interpreting Association on campus. In my free time I enjoy reading, anything crafty, and learning languages. A fun fact is that I have been to Italy and France to learn about the Deaf culture and sign language. 

Juliana Upham 

CAD Delegate 

I am Juliana Upham, the Honors Delegate for the College of Art and Design! I represent the students of CAD Honors and help to organize events, fundraisers, and trips for our program. I am a 2nd year illustration major and am also involved with RIT's radio station WITR 89.7. I am looking forward to working with Honors Students and getting more involved in our community!

Alaina Mupparthi

General Delegate 

Hey everyone! My name is Alaina Mupparthi and I've been involved with Honors for two years now. I am now a General Delegate, supporting the Honors Program as a whole! I'm a 3rd year Computer Science major originally from California. On campus, I'm the President of the Google Developers Student Club and President of Latin Rhythm Dance Club as well as a member of WiC and SHPE. Outside of school, I am an avid reader, love photography, and enjoy trying new foods. Nice to meet you all!

The Community and Wellness Committee (CWC) is responsible for fostering wellness and community among students in the Honors Program through events that promote fellowship and stress reduction as well as cultural events. The committee also focuses on special attention to the needs of students living in Gibson Hall, the Honors dormitory. 

The CWC meets Fridays from 2:00-3:00pm in Eastman 1310.

CJ Haver

KGCOE Delegate

Hi, my name is CJ Haver and I am a 3rd year Mechanical Engineering student with a minor in Business Administration. I am involved in Greek Life and RIT Recreation on campus. I am excited to be the Honors Delegate for the Kate Gleason College of Engineering. I look forward to getting to know more Honors engineers. 

Katherine Knight

D/HH Delegate

Hi! My name is Katherine Knight and I am a 2nd year cross-registered biomedical sciences major. I am the Honors Delegate for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students. I am also involved with the American Cancer Society on Campus (ACSOC). I like to read and enjoy photography, nature, and learning about infectious diseases. I look forward to helping represent fellow D/HH students in the Honors Program at RIT!

Eva Reilly 

COS Delegate

Hi! My name is Eva Reilly and I am the College of Science Honors Delegate. I'm a 2nd year biochemistry major and I love immersing myself in science! I am involved in the RIT Student Chapter of the American Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (ASBMB) and RIT's DIII Cross Country & Track team. I'm excited to get to work with Honors students and please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions!

Rachael Tobey 

CET Delegate 

Hi! My name is Rachael Tobey and I am a 3rd year mechatronics engineering technology major. I am also the Honors Delegate for the College of Engineering Technology. On campus, I play viola in the RIT Philharmonic Orchestra and am on the Hot Wheelz Solar Racing team. 

The Honors Council is made up of College Delegates that represent each academic unit on campus, as well as communities of students in the Honors program. These individuals serve on committees and act a liaisons to each College. They are a resource for all Honors students and are able to answer questions about Honors within your specific College, discipline, or community. Please feel free to connect with them directly using the contact emails below.

Executive Council Delegates

Honors Council President: Contact Ellie Fairchild at erf6481@rit.edu

College-Specific Delegates

CAD: Contact Juliana Upham at jru5619@rit.edu

CET: Contact Rachael Tobey at rkt2763@rit.edu

CHST: Contact Courtney Cimmerer at cnc4522@rit.edu

COLA: Contact Sam Marino at srm9893@rit.edu

COS: Contact Eva Reilly at emr2821@rit.edu

GCCIS: Contact Kaelyn Beeman at kab3857@rit.edu

KGCOE: Contact CJ Haver at cjh2141@rit.edu

NTID: Contact Kirsten Delk at kld6503@rit.edu

SCB: Contact Owen Cavo at obc1332@rit.edu

SOIS: Contact Tyler Weiss at tjw9262@rit.edu

Community Delegates

BIPOC Delegate: Contact Kyra Stockwell at kls8526@rit.edu

First Year Delegate: Contact Patricia Aristy at paa5808@rit.edu

Internal Admit: Contact Aneesh Bukya at ab5380@rit.edu

General Delegates: Contact Deajah Barbour at drb5466@rit.edu and/or  Alaina Mupparthi at asm1075@rit.edu and/or Jillian Antol at jra1130@rit.edu and/or Lun Kong at lsk8365@rit.edu