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(305) 284-5451
christian@miami.edu
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Christian took on the role of Director in June 2009. He served as Associate Director
for Employer Relations since 2001 where he was responsible for creating and maintaining
relationships with employers representing many industries. He earned his Master
of Science degree in Higher Education from Florida State University and a Bachelor
of Arts degree in Psychology from Florida International University. Prior to the
University of Miami he worked at the University of Michigan and Millersville University
of Pennsylvania.
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(305) 284-2469
kfernandez@miami.edu
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Karen joined Toppel in June of 2008 as Office Manager. Karen’s professional experience
includes work in the fields of logistics, sales, purchasing management, and general
organizational operations. She has been with the University of Miami since 2002
and has worked for the Office of Admission, Alumni Relations and the Cuban Institute.
Karen is currently pursuing her degree at the University of Miami.
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(305) 284-5451
Ljimenez@miami.edu
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Lili has been the Administrative Assistant at Toppel since October 2008, and she
has been at the University of Miami since 2003. She oversees the reception area,
the Toppel Library, and Jobs for Canes postings. Lili worked at UM’s Office of Admission
for five and a half years, where she served as an Assistant and supervised the P100’s.
Lili earned a Bachelor’s degree from UM and is currently pursuing a Master of Liberal
Arts from the University of Miami.
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(305) 284-1822
derojas@miami.edu
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Natalie has been with Toppel since 2002 and is responsible for On Campus Recruiting
and Toppel's local recruiting initiatives. She previously worked for Florida International
University in the Division of Student Affairs. Natalie is currently pursuing her
degree at the University of Miami.
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(305) 284-1816
k.phillips@miami.edu
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Kyle is a recent graduate from Florida State University, where she obtained a Bachelor
of Science in Psychology, a Master of Science in Career Counseling, and a Specialist
in Education. Kyle is responsible for the Toppel Internship Program, as well as
other events on campus: Internships 101, Graduate School Preparation Series, and
EPIC (Mock Interviewing/Resume Critique). In addition, Kyle is responsible for Career
Column; a weekly e-Newsletter sent to UM students on behalf of the Toppel Career
Center.
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(305) 284-1820
veronica@miami.edu
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Veronica has served in this role since August 2007 and her main responsibility is
organizing all the major- specific career fairs. She earned her Bachelor of Arts
in Psychology from the University of West Georgia. Veronica has years of experience
coordinating conventions, trade shows and fundraisers. She worked for a non-profit
organization in Columbus, OH and most recently for a local fundraising Foundation.
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(305) 284-8593
ailopez@miami.edu
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Aileen joined the Toppel Career Center in the Fall of 2007. She is responsible for
assisting the Employer Relations team, approving job postings and employer registrations
through CaneZone. She received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Business
Management and Organization from the University of Miami. Prior to joining the Toppel
team, Aileen worked as a Staff Associate for the University of Miami Football team
for 6 seasons.
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(305) 284-5451
j.johnson10@miami.edu
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The Toppel Career Center welcomes Jacqueline Johnson as the Sr. Business Consultant.
Jacqueline joins us after working at Office Depot as a Corporate Recruiter. Prior
to her position with O.D., Jacqueline worked as an Executive Recruiter for nearly
5 years. Jacqueline obtained her Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from
the University of Phoenix and Bachelor’s in Psychology from Georgia Southern University.
Jacqueline is responsible for coordinating outreach and developing programs for
undergraduate business students. She also looks forward to providing career advisement
in her new role.
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(305) 284-1819
alrodriguez@miami.edu
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Ali has a Master of Education in College Student Personnel and a Bachelor of Arts
in Elementary Education from the University of Florida. In addition to career services,
she has also worked in Academic Advising and Residence Life. Ali joined the Toppel
staff in July 2000 and oversees the career development area of Toppel, including
career advising, career programs and workshops, and assessment testing.
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(305) 284-1818
m.garber@miami.edu
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Megan has been at Toppel since July 2005. She earned a Master of Science in Education
in College Student Personnel at Purdue University while working as a Graduate Assistant
in the Office of Admissions. She received a Bachelor of Business Administration
from the University of Notre Dame and majored in Management. In addition to career
advising and program planning, Megan supervises the Toppel Peer Advisors. She also
coordinates all career programs and workshops for student groups and faculty on
campus.
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(305) 284-5023
ecruz2@miami.edu
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Eddy joined Toppel in June of 2008. Prior to coming to UM, he worked for University
Housing at University of Georgia for two years. He earned his Master of Arts in
Student Affairs in Higher Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and
had an assistantship in the Career Development Center. He received his Bachelor
of Arts in Speech Communications from Kutztown University. Eddy's main focus is
advising and planning programs for alumni and graduate students.
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(305) 284-1814
fbigham@miami.edu
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Frits received a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration at the University
of Miami and Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Pennsylvania State
University. In his current role, Frits is responsible for developing programs for
undeclared students and providing career advising for these students. In addition,
he will coordinate the assessment of the bi-annual graduation survey. Frits has
previously worked as a Graduate Assistant for the Toppel Career Center and Office
of Financial Aid at UM.
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(305) 284-5451
dperilla@miami.edu
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Diego graduated from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience.
As an undergraduate, he was actively involved as an RA for the Department of Residence
Halls. Diego is working toward dual Master's degrees in Public Health and Public
Administration. As a GA, he critiques career-related documents, conducts presentations,
and plans programs for students.
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(305) 284-5451
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Andrea graduated with a Master of Arts in International Relations from St. John’s
University. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in International Studies
at the University of Miami, with a focus on International Political Economy and
Comparative Politics. As a Graduate Assistant at Toppel Career Center, she critiques
students’ career development documents, conducts workshops and helps organize events
for students.
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Claire is a junior majoring in Accounting with a minor in history. She is from Miami
and has interned at the Miami Herald. She often writes for the Miami Hurricane Student
Newspaper and enjoys long-distance running.
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Steve is a senior majoring in marketing with a minor in sports administration. He
is from New Jersey and is a peer counselor in the School of Business Administration.
Last spring he had an internship with ESPN in the Production Research department.
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David is a senior majoring in International Finance and Marketing with a minor in
Spanish. He is from Atlanta, Georgia, and has had internships with South Atlantic
Traffic Company (in accounting) and Orasi Software (in marketing).
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Nicki is a senior majoring in Video/Film and Anthropology and is starting her third
year as a Peer Advisor. She is originally from Olney, Maryland, and her family recently
moved to Okinawa, Japan. She had a summer internship with Discovery Communications
where she worked in the Production department.
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Daniela is a junior studying Microbiology. She is from Caracas, Venezuela and plans
to attend medical school. She is a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority and served
as the president of Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society last year.
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Alicia is a senior majoring in Accounting and Legal Studies. She is from West Deptford,
New Jersey, and qualified for the Boston Marathon in April. She is a member of Delta
Phi Epsilon and is a UM Ambassador.
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Pallavi is a sophomore majoring in economics (pre-law track). She is from North
Potomac, Maryland, and is involved in the UM Mock Trial Team and Indian Student
Organization. This past summer she interned at the Office of Chief Counsel in Rockville,
MD.
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Monica is a junior majoring in advertising and Spanish with a minor in graphic design.
She is from Coral Gables and is a member of Delta Gamma Fraternity. She completed
a summer internship with Swimwear Association of Florida.
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Diego is a junior majoring in finance with a minor in management. He was born in
Bogota, Colombia, and his hometown is Columbia, Maryland. He has had internships
with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Gibraltar Private Bank in wealth management.
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Priyanka is a sophomore majoring in biology and political science with minors in
chemistry and Spanish. She is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and aspires to go
to medical school and work in public health on a national scale. She is a member
of Honor Council and has interned with the Health and Medicine Counsel of Washington
on Capitol Hill.
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CJ is a senior double majoring in Management Science and Finance. He is from West
Greenwich, Rhode Island, and is a team leader for Management 100 in the School of
Business Administration. He has had internships at CVS/Caremark and Goldman Sachs.
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Marissa is a junior double majoring in Media Management and Theater Arts. She grew
up in Apple Valley, Minnesota, and now calls Fort Lauderdale her home. She is active
in the President's 100 and Panhellenic Association.
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