Lindsey joins us from the SE Uplift Neighborhood Coalition where she served as a Fiscal Sponsorship and Communications Manager. Welcome, Lindsey!
New to The Bluff—Lindsey Johnson: Academic Advisor, Shiley School of Engineering
New to The Bluff
New to The Bluff—Chelsea Swick, Program Manager, Study Abroad
Chelsea Swick (she/they) has joined the Study Abroad team! She has planned her life around study abroad and brings that love of adventure to UP. Chelsea’s first study abroad experience was as a high school student when she spent an academic year in Germany as a recipient of the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange scholarship. She majored in Japanese Langauge & Culture at California State University, Monterey Bay and spent an academic year studying at Okayama University in Japan. Upon graduation, she taught English as an additional language to students in Japan on the JET Program. Returning to Europe, she became an international student and earned her master’s in Global Studies through the University of Vienna and Leipzig University.
Chelsea returned to teaching languages and history before beginning work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, first as an international student advising specialist and later as a coordinator for study abroad. Chelsea is thrilled to return to the West Coast and support UP students as they embark on their own international adventures.
New to The Bluff—Amanda Hanincik—Title IX Coordinator
Amanda Hanincik, from Grand River Solutions, has joined UP to serve as Title IX Coordinator. Amanda previously worked as the Director of Educational Equity and Title IX Coordinator at Lafayette College where she played an integral role in preparing for and implementing policies and procedures to comply with the 2020 and 2024 Title IX regulations. Before serving in this role, Amanda held the position as Dean of Students and Title IX Coordinator at Albright College.
Amanda has a strong background in student conduct, compliance, drafting policies and procedures, and delivering training. She has spent almost 14 years overseeing Title IX and other civil rights complaints involving students and employees. Amanda has extensive experience facilitating resolution processes that include informal and other restorative practices, as well as formal investigations and live hearings.
Welcome Amanda!
New to The Bluff—TJ Buckley–Leadership Giving Officer, University Relations
We are very excited to welcome TJ Buckley to The Bluff. TJ joins us from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa where he graduated with his Master of Library & Information Science in May of 2024. We are grateful to have him as a part of our University Relations division. Welcome TJ!
New to The Bluff—Shannon Farley—Administrative Assistant, Clark Library
Shannon Farley came to UP from the Diocese of Fresno, California in the Office of Catholic Education, where she worked for thirteen years as the Director of Student Information Systems and Records. After working with younger students, she decided to explore working in higher ed.
Shannon enjoys spending time with her two daughters, who live in Portland and Petaluma, California. She is happy to be in Oregon, where she can be near her daughter and enjoy visits to the coast, attending theatre productions, wine tasting, and watching sports—especially baseball. Welcome, Shannon!
New to The Bluff—Schneeb Covington ’17 – Data Administrator, University Relations
We are very excited to welcome back Schneeb Covington to The Bluff. They have joined the Office of Advancement as a Data Administrator. Schneeb is a graduate of the University of Portland, class of 2017! Schneeb has previously worked within the University as Office Manager for the Communications and Performing Arts Departments.
Schneeb continued in the arts by working as an Assistant Ticket Office Manager for the Oregon Symphony, Marketing Manager for the Oregon Ballet Theatre, and Database Manager for the Broadway Rose Theatre Company. Schneeb is excited to be back on The Bluff and we are very excited to have them on our team! Welcome Schneeb!
New to The Bluff—Nick Blaylock, Associate Director of Pre-College Programs & Conferences—Summer Programs & Conferences
Prior to coming to UP, Nick worked as a Project Coordinator in the Office of the Provost at Washington University in St. Louis. Welcome, Nick!
New to The Bluff—Cassie Wonderlick ’23–Donor Services Specialist, University Relations
We are very excited to welcome Cassie Wonderlick back to The Bluff! She has joined the Office of Advancement as a Donor Services Specialist. Cassie graduated from the University of Portland in May of 2023. On campus, she served as an RA in Fields Hall and was an Events Student Coordinator. She also worked in the University Relations department for three years as a Student Representative for the Office of Advancement.
Following graduation, she worked as an HR Generalist at Lithia & Driveway. Cassie is excited to be back on The Bluff and we are thrilled to have her back on our team! Welcome Cassie!
New to The Bluff—Ken Struckmeier—Director of Student Placements, School of Education
Ken Struckmeier has joined the School of Education as Director of Student Placements. Ken was previously an Adjunct Professor at Lewis and Clark College and has 20 years of leadership experience in the Beaverton School District where he served as Executive Administrator for Middle Schools, Administrator for Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment, Principal, and Assistant Principal. Ken started his educational career as a high school social studies teacher and taught for 12 years in Florence, Oregon, and Hillsboro, Oregon.
A 1991 graduate from UP, Ken also earned a master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from Portland State University. As a leader, Ken focused on coaching teachers to improve practice and to develop collective efficacy with colleagues. He is eager to work with UP students as they develop their skills and embark on careers helping learners meet their full potential. Welcome, Ken!
New to The Bluff—Denise Ramsden, Assistant Director of the Pacific Alliance for Catholic Education, School of Education
The School of Education is pleased to introduce the new Assistant Director of the Pacific Alliance for Catholic Education, Denise Ramsden! Denise has worked in Catholic education since 2004 in an array of instructional and mentoring roles throughout that time. She has been a University Supervisor in the U.P. School of Ed. since 2021.
Denise has worked one-on-one to provide mentorship and support to pre-service teachers, PACE teachers, and newer University Supervisors. She is coming to PACE from her role as the Catholic Schools Coordinator for the Archdiocese of Portland Department of Catholic Schools. Besides being an accomplished and skilled educator, Denise is a natural relationship builder and a strong communicator. She is looking forward to meeting the PACErs during their Orientation Week starting on June 17! Welcome to the PACE family, Denise!