People

Courtney is an influencer, leader, and positive change-maker pursuing ongoing opportunities to leave a lasting positive impact. Her passions include public speaking, coaching and solving complex problems with a people-centric focus.   On-Campus Involvement: Undergraduate Student Affairs Advisory Board, Bear Ambassador, The Women’s Network, Peer-Led Team Learning Leader (Calculus I), Student Emotions & Belonging Lab, Alpha Kappa Psi, Run Club 

My name is Lucy Gueye, and I am a sophomore from Jacksonville, Florida, double-majoring in Global Studies and Economics and Strategy. Outside the classroom, I enjoy hiking and running, and I stay involved on campus through Global Research Consulting and the African Student Association. I became interested in BLA after participating in the Taylors Cohort […]

My name is Natalia Ramos and I’m a senior from Boston, MA double-majoring in Psychological and Brain Sciences and Educational Studies. Outside the classroom, I’m an Annika Rodriguez Scholar, Bear Ambassador for Undergraduate Admissions, and a research assistant in the Cognition and Development Lab at WashU. I joined BLA because of the opportunity it gave […]

My name is Bralin Duckett and I’m a junior from Poplar Bluff, Missouri, double-majoring in Political Science and Sociology. On campus, I am involved in the Congress of the South 40, WashU’s NAACP Chapter, the Mosaic Whispers, and Residential Life as an RA. All of these experiences have affirmed my commitment to service-oriented leadership rooted […]

My name is Sophia Maldonado, I am a junior from Puerto Rico, majoring in Architecture with a minor in General Business. Within the WashU community, I am a member of the Architecture School Council, American Institute of Architecture Students, an Annika Rodriguez Scholar, and a FabLab Monitor. I wanted to join BLA after participating in […]

My name is Gustavo Bosques, and I’m from Boston, Massachusetts, double Majoring in Economics and International Relations! I was interested in joining BLA because of its commitment to fostering a leadership culture at WashU while also putting me in a position to develop my own leadership skills. Outside of classes and work, I enjoy salsa […]

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, […]

Leadership Coach

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, 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 […]