Today's Update: High Five Friday

November 6, 2026

Dear Student Life team,

Happy High Five Friday! 

I'll start with a High Five to the entire Student Advocacy team for the many ways they support students and families. 

High Fives to everyone who helped make the Election Day voting in the Ohio Union go smoothly, including Jeff Pelletier, Colleen Hoffman, Emma Speyer, Meagen Rinard, Kristen Rupert Davis, Mindy Clagg, Stacey Renker, Nora Davis, Teri Cugliari, Emma Krawiec, Leanne Moore, Natalie Schroeder, Mason Bowers, Matthew D’Oyly, Liv Blessing, Emily Potoczak, Lily Tao and Sahij Kaur. 
 
Jacob Glorioso, of Willie J. Young Off-Campus and Commuter Student Engagement, gets a High Five for jumping in to help a colleague facilitate a STEP session. Jacob demonstrates our culture commitments each and every day.

High Five to Housing and Residence Education's Laila Alharbi, featured in the latest USAC Staff in the Spotlight feature. He nominator said, ""Dr. Alharbi's commitment to doing the right thing, coupled with the respect she shows to everyone she encounters, reflects the very best of our team. She is a trusted colleague, and someone who makes HRE Wooster a stronger and more welcoming community."

Jamonae Scarborough gets a High Five for working quickly to address an emergent student situation and ensure that the student was connected to the appropriate level of care. 

High Five to Paul Newell from Buckeye Commons. He recently completed and earned the Certified Student Career Coach credential through the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches. The achievement requires significant time, effort and expertise and reflects his dedication to professional growth and his commitment to providing high-quality support to the students we serve. 

Have a Scarlet and Great weekend and Go Bucks!  

 

Melissa S. Shivers, PhD  
Senior Vice President for Student Life  
The Ohio State University