Events and Advocacy Board

Hi! My name is Leila De Folo (she/her). I am a running start student from Henry M. Jackson High School, and I am planning to go the pre-law route. I joined Student Life because I had previously served on Cascadia’s S&A Budget Committee, and I really enjoyed the opportunity to get involved on campus and was looking for how I can take my involvement further. I chose to attend Cascadia because there is a large population of running start students and this excites me since I’m social and love getting to meet new people. Similarly, my advice for any new students is to not be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and participate in campus events even if you do not know anyone. Events are the perfect opportunity to meet new people that can be valuable resources and support systems for you in the future. After Cascadia I am hoping to transfer to UW Seattle and major in Law, Societies, and Justice with the goal of becoming a lawyer one day. My hobbies include acting at my community theatre, reading books about world issues, and hanging out with friends. My favorite snacks and drinks are Takis, Starbucks Pink drink, and all kinds of fruits!

Email me at LDeFolo@Cascadia.edu

Hi! My name is Olivia Kent- Horton (she/her). This is my second year at Cascadia and I am studying political science. I chose Cascadia College because I love the resources, the faculty on campus, and the campus programs. I joined Cascadia Student Life because I love planning events and have the opportunity to advocate for students. After Cascadia, I plan to transfer to a four-year college majoring in political science and minoring in vocal arts or social justice. I love music, Pinterest, reading, tea, fashion, the color pink, and studying social and cultural theory. Some of my favorite foods and drinks are boba with lychee jelly, peppermint milkshakes, tea, and chia seed fruit bowls

Email me at OKentHorton@Cascadia.edu

My name is Moli (She/Her). I am an international student so I graduated from a high school in Cambodia. I chose Cascadia due to the large number of activities and opportunities they have for students, and it is close to my accommodation. I joined Student Life because I want to build the campus community, enhance my skills and gain leadership opportunities. One big piece of advice for students is to actively seek balance. Manage your time effectively between academics, social activities, and self-care. Building a balanced routine early on will help you stay organized, reduce stress, and make the most of your college experience. Outside of campus I am passionate about fashion and its evolving trends. I also enjoy shopping, reading, trying new foods and travelling

Email me at MNy@Cascadia.edu

Hi! My name is Shaezel Khan (she/her). I am a senior Running Start student at North Creek High School and I'm studying computer science. I joined Student Life so I can meet new students and plan events for Cascadia students. I chose to attend Cascadia because of how close it was to home and I already knew some people here. Some advice I would give to new students would be to take advantage of all the campus resources. There are so many resources available for students that can be super helpful. After Cascadia, I plan to attend a 4-year university and continue studying computer science. My hobbies include reading all kinds of fiction, hanging out with my friends, and listening to music. My favorite snacks are Lays potato chips, popcorn, and anything with sugar in it!

Email me at SKhan@Cascadia.edu

Hiiii! My name is Taylan Allison (she/her). I am a Running Start student getting my Associate’s Degree in Integrated Studies. I decided to join Student Life to make new friends and plan fun events! I chose to attend Cascadia since it’s one of the colleges that supports Running Start near me. I would like to pursue Athlete Psychology at UW Seattle to have a career in helping athletes perform to their full potential. I enjoy anything and everything outdoors, reading, playing ultimate frisbee, and hanging out with my friends! My favorite snacks are Trader Joe’s dark chocolate peanut butter cups, matcha lemonade and teriyaki.

Email me at TAllison@Cascadia.edu