Greetings, my name is Jeff Wong. I am in my second year on the Clinical Mental Health Track in the Counselor Education program at The Ohio State University. I have years of experience serving many communities through outreach and volunteering, which has led to my passion for social justice and advocacy work for all. I'd like to work with folks from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, varied ethnic groups, and persons with overlapping identities, to name a few. I am delighted to serve as the CSJ president; together with the CSJ team, we will do everything we can to serve the local communities and promote social justice and equity for all. 

I am Gillian Jennings, a second-year graduate student at Ohio State in Counselor Education on the School Counseling track. My work as a special education teacher in Columbus City Schools opened my eyes to the need for systems-level changes to make schools more equitable places in which all students can thrive. I am particularly passionate about creating safe, supportive school environments for LGBTQIA+ youth; facilitating access to mental healthcare for historically marginalized populations; and restorative justice practices. As vice president of CSJ, I hope to work alongside my dedicated peers to create action-oriented events and professional development opportunities which will promote social justice in our community. 

Hello! My name is Gary Leslie, and I am currently in my second year of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. My background in regional planning has profoundly influenced my understanding of mental health, emphasizing the need for personal care tailored to an individual's cultural context and promoting broader systemic changes. During my time as an undergrad, I co-founded the student organization named Mind's Matter at OSU to combat mental health stigma and promote education and advocacy on campus. Additionally, I have gained valuable experience over the past two years working at a center for ADHD and ASD testing, which ignited my interest in working with neurodiverse individuals. I am particularly passionate about caring for the elderly, a group often overlooked by our society. After I graduate, my goal is to specialize in elderly care. I am excited about serving as treasurer for CSJ, where I can work collaboratively and advocate for those often marginalized in our society.

Hi, everyone! My name is Drew LeBoeuf. I am a second-year counselor education graduate student on the school counseling track. I have been in the education field for 5 years and currently work as a substitute teacher here in Columbus. Through my work in education, I have seen a greater need for mental health support and advocacy which led me to school counseling. Some of my passion areas include working with middle schoolers, restorative justice, and systemic inequities and oppression in education. I am thrilled to be a part of the CSJ team and serve our local Columbus communities this coming year! 

​I am a second-year graduate student in the Counselor 

Education Master’s Program at Ohio State (school counseling track). I am really excited to be on the executive board of CSJ alongside my peers that are dedicated and empowering individuals. With my background as an elementary teacher, I am very passionate about advocating and inspiring students to be equipped for life-long success. My passion lies in working with some of the most vulnerable student populations, such as students with special needs and visual impairments. While I am not consumed with school, I enjoy traveling to visit my family in Switzerland and Denmark. I cannot wait to see what CSJ will accomplish this year! Go Bucks!!

 Hello! I am Sarah Marrone, a second-year OSU graduate student in Counselor Education on the School Counseling track. My passion for juvenile justice, youth empowerment, and mental health has led me to this career. I have several years of professional experience working at a non-profit that delivers school programming for the empowerment of adolescent girls. As a social justice-orientedcenter school counselor, I am dedicated to working alongside youth to remove barriers in education and engage in transformative change. I am beyond excited to be action team chair, and I am committed to cultivate and maintain strong community partnerships to further the impact of CSJ’s social justice initiatives. 

Hello, everyone! I am Amaya Rakes, a second-year graduate student on the Clinical Mental Health Counseling track. My experiences of volunteering in the local community, undergoing my own counseling journey, and working as a research assistant at the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital inspired me to pursue my current career path. My populations of interest include adolescents, LGBTQIA+ individuals, suicide prevention, anxiety and mood disorders, and others. I am excited to serve as the Communications Director for CSJ, and I hope to further the destigmatization of mental health, engage in advocacy, and help our local communities along with our fantastic team!

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