Emma Potts

Emma Potts

Administrative Coordinator II

Administrative Coordinator II Emma supports the Bauer Leaders Academy by coordinating key operations, managing communications, and ensuring seamless execution of events and programs. She works closely with student leaders and staff to keep projects on track, streamline internal processes, and foster a collaborative environment. Emma brings a background in marketing and communications to the role, […]

Mayo Amos

Mayo Amos

Program Coordinator

Mayo is passionate about building strong relationships on behalf of WashU and specifically, the George and Carol Bauer Leaders Academy. When she’s home, Mayo loves spending time with her two girls and finds joy in helping non-profit organizations achieve their fundraising goals.

Diane Miller

Diane Miller

Leadership Coach

Diane Miller, M.Ed, has over 25 years of experience in education, coaching, counseling, and personal growth training. She has served as the Director of College and Career Counseling, taught business communications courses, and facilitated workshops. Currently a Career Coach at WashU for the past two years, Diane was previously a Career Counselor at St. Louis […]

Josh Mathews

Josh Mathews

Coordinator for Leadership Education and Advising

Josh Mathews, Coordinator for Leadership Education and Advising, is responsible for formulating and coordinating the logistics of programs that facilitate students’ development as leaders of character and capability. He serves as a member of the broader student and student group advising team, advising honorary and campus life recognized groups.

Tierra Fields

Tierra Fields

Associate Director for Leadership Programs

Tierra Fields, associate director for leadership programs, leads Campus Life leadership development programs for undergraduate students. Tierra is a Gallup-certified Strengths coach and enjoys helping students understand how their personal strengths enable them to lead with character and capability—all in the service of realizing their purpose and having a positive impact on their communities.

Julia Macias

Julia Macias

Director of Student Leader Development

Julia Macias, director of student leader development, creates orientation programs, targeted leadership seminars and coaching opportunities. As associate dean for the Office of Scholar Programs, Julia oversaw the pilot programs developed for the Danforth, Ervin, and Rodriguez Scholars. Julia is motivated to help students explore their values and their purpose—and to take self awareness and […]

Andrew Knight

Andrew Knight

Senior Advisor to the Chancellor for Leadership, Executive Director of the George and Carol Bauer Leaders Academy and Professor of Organizational Behavior

Andrew is passionate about helping people collaborate effectively with one another to have a positive impact on their organizations and communities. His areas of expertise are leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal relationships at work.