Meet the Team

SOLID Involvement Ambassadors are made up of current UConn students, just like you! They come from a variety of leadership backgrounds and are here to assist every organization in their pursuit for success. Some of their roles include:

  • Facilitating SOLID Workshops
  • Reviewing New Organization and Constitution submissions
  • Meeting with student leaders to help with any questions
  • and more!

2025-2026 SOLID Team:

The SOLID Office team pose in front of the Jonathan The Husky statue for a staff photo

Silas

Silas

Student Peer Counseling Specialist

(he/him)

Senior

Dual Majors in Psychological Science and Political Science, Minor in Math

Tessa

Tessa posing in front of the Husky statue

Student Peer Counseling Specialist

(she/her)

Senior

Major in Psychological Sciences, Minor in Human Development & Family Sciences

Olivia

Olivia posing with the Husky Dog statue

Student Peer Counseling Specialist

(she/her)

Senior

Major in Psychological Sciences, Minors in Sociology and Human Development & Family Sciences

Luke

Luke posing in front of the Husky statue

Student Peer Counseling Specialist

(he/him)

Sophomore

Major in Psychological Sciences, Minor in Music

Sarah Bernhardt

Sarah posing with the Husky Dog statue in the background

Coordinator for Student Organization Support & Leadership

Sarah (she/her) is the professional staff member who directly oversees the SOLID Office and Support Team. She has her Bachelor's degree in Recreation & Parks Management from Frostburg State University ('18) and her Master's degree in Student Affairs and Higher Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania ('20). Sarah is also a doctoral candidate in Neag's Educational Leadership doctoral program here at UConn. She deeply believes in the impact of involvement on a student's experience and maintains advocating for and supporting students through intentional advisement practices.

Afra Hassan Pour

Afra Hassan Pour

Graduate Assistant

Afra (they/them) is pursuing their Master's degree in Fine Arts (MFA). They are a passionate and supportive individual who advocates for equity, justice, and holistic development. They specialize in mindfulness practices and art therapy.