Undergraduate Advisory Board Representatives
Riley Bader (she/her)
Hey everyone! I am a third-year student studying Planning, Public Policy and Management, with a particular interest in public health and sustainable policy. On campus, I am a project lead for the Oregon Consulting Group, and also work as a Career Peer Educator for the Lundquist College of Business. Outside of work, I love spending as much time as possible outdoors (backpacking, hiking, and swimming), weightlift, and am passionate about writing. Please feel free to reach out at rbader@uoregon.edu if you have questions about PPPM/undergrad or just want to chat, I love this program and am excited to be a representative this year!
Ezra Briskin (he/him)
Ezra Briskin (he/him) My name is Ezra Briskin and I am stoked to be serving on PPPM UAB this year! I am a junior majoring in PPPM with a minor in music. I enjoy reading, listening to/playing music, and exploring different parts of Eugene. I’m so excited for this upcoming year! Email: ebriskin@uoregon.edu
Bella Esbeck (she/her)
Bella Esbeck (she/her) Hi everyone! I’m a fourth-year student double majoring in PPPM and French (my native language). As a first-generation college student from Portland, Oregon, I’m passionate about the intersection of environmental justice and other social issues. Within PPPM, I’m still exploring my focus but am most interested in nonprofit administration and public policy. On campus, I serve as the Outreach and Social Media lead for the Climate Justice League, as well as Academic Chair and Senate Seat 16 representative for the College of Design and the School of Music and Dance (representing PPPM students!). I love this department and encourage you to reach out about anything at besbeck@uoregon.edu!
Kerry Kantscheidt (she/her)
Hi everyone! I’m a third year PPPM major, with minors in Global Health and French, from upstate New York. I’m currently focusing on housing and the policy that goes into the planning, but I love all aspects of PPPM. When I’m not at school, I am on our Figure Skating team, and play both flute and piccolo! I’m super excited to be on UAB for my 3rd and final year of undergrad! Feel free to reach out to kkantsch@uoregon.edu if you have any questions, or just want to chat! Looking forward to getting to know everyone!
Josh Kaatz (he/him)
Josh Kaatz (he/him) Fourth year PPPM and Political Science major, owner of a cat named tofu jkaatz2@uoregon.edu
May Samiee (she/her)
I am a second-year student, with a double major in Planning, Public Policy and Management, and Political Science, with a minor in Philosophy. I am from Portland, Oregon, and I am most interested in public policy and the nonprofit sector. Currently, I am involved with Civic Impact Coalition, another PPPM related club. Outside of school, I enjoy hiking, photography, writing, music, and snowboarding. I enjoy being a part of the PPPM department and if you need anything or would like to connect reach out. mayms@uoregon.edu
Yaire Solano Guevara (she/her)
Hello everyone! I’m Yaire Solano Guevara and I’m thrilled to introduce myself! I’m a fourth-year student double majoring in Planning, Public Policy and Management and Spanish, with double minors in Nonprofit Administration and Latinx Studies. As a first-generation college student from Woodburn, Oregon, I’m really passionate about making a positive impact in my community. When I’m not studying, you can find me running, getting lost in a good book, drawing, or experimenting in the kitchen with new baking recipes. I love connecting with people, so I’m involved in several clubs on campus, including Muxeres, where I’m currently serving as Programs Director. I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out at ysolanog@uoregon.edu if you have any questions about PPPM or just want to chat. I’m excited to be a part of this community and can’t wait to get to know all of you!