Meet our Team
Jessica Roshak (she/her)
Assistant Director of Student Leadership Development
I've been a member of the Kent State community for five years, serving as the Assistant Director of Student Leadership Development. One of the things I enjoy the most about our institution is the collective commitment to growth and development, which is one of the many reasons I enjoy working in the Kent State Leadership Center. There is nothing that brings me more joy than working with students who have a passion for making a difference and want to develop the strategies in their leadership toolkit. It allows me to teach them “real world” skills, but also allows me to learn from them as I listen to their stories and experiences. I hope to see each of you in the Pepsi Leadership Center at some point for a workshop or program!
Marisa Santillo (she/her)
Graduate Assistant, Student Leadership Development
I'm starting my second year in my graduate program for Higher Education Administration and am a proud KSU alumna! I graduated in 2023 with a Bachelor of Communication Studies and was very involved in student leadership as an undergraduate student. Over the summer, I have been working as an Academic Advisor for the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship and interning in the Student Success Office at Northeast Ohio Medical University. I am a huge Taylor Swift fan, love taking Pilates classes, and recently picked up pickle ball!
Carla Thigpen (she/her)
Student Leadership Consultant
I am a senior majoring in business management with minors in human resources management and leadership. This will be my second year as a Student Leadership Consultant and I can't wait to get started! In my free time, I like to go on walks, read books, and spend time with my family and friends. This summer I have had the privilege of interning with JOANN Fabrics and just completed the Flash Fellows program. I hope to see you at a workshop this year!
Kayva Fish (she/her)
Student Leadership Consultant
I am a senior majoring in fashion design with minors in marketing and sustainability, and this will be my second year as a Student Leadership Consultant. I am originally from Southern California and had the opportunity to study abroad in spring 2024. Being from the west coast, I love going to the beach, spending time with friends, and thrifting. This summer I have been a design intern at Kohl's in their New York City office!
Ishan Phougat (he/him)
Student Leadership Consultant
I am a sophomore majoring in business analytics and this will be my first year as a Student Leadership Consultant. I am an active member of International Student Council and have spent my summer spending time with friends in Las Vegas, Nevada!