Office for Institutional Diversity

My name is Celina, and I am a junior studying Psychology with an English minor. I am from Seattle, WA. I find joy in Hello Kitty, running, and cats. As the OID Administrative Coordinator, I am most excited about decorating the BIPOC Student Lounge!

Favorite Snacks: Boba, Oreos, Kitkats

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Khao Moo Dang

My name is Peggy and I am a sophomore majoring in Psychology and minoring in Chinese. I'm from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and I have lots of family in New York & China! I find joy in laughing with my friends, eating sweet treats, and collecting little trinkets. As one of the OID Marketing Coordinators, I am most excited about going to campus events and taking photos of everyone having fun with the opportunity of posting them on social media to spread awareness about campus activities.

Favorite Snacks: Boba, Twix, Takis, Chocolate Pocky, Sour Gummy Bears, Chocolate Chip Cookies

Favorite Portland Restaurant: So Kong Dong Tofu & BBQ

My name is Zihang Peng '25. I am a philosophy major with minors in economics and film & media studies (FMST). I come from Chongqing, a sprawling city in southwest China renowned for its rugged terrain, vibrant urban landscape, and rich historical heritage. I find joy in hitting bicycle tours, petting my cat Qianfaner, watching films directed by Akira Kurosawa, Wong Kar-wai, and Jia Zhangke, taking photographs, and listening to 80s-90s music. As the OID Marketing Coordinator, I am most excited about the opportunity to creatively engage with diverse student communities and promote inclusive events and initiatives that foster a sense of belonging and equity on campus!

Favorite Snack: 7‑Eleven Green Apple Rings

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Sichuan City Chinese Restaurant

My name is Sophia, I am a senior Environmental Studies - History major with a minor in Spanish! I'm from Claremont, California (a small town East of LA). I find joy in spending time outside, being with my friends, and playing the drums. In my role as SEEDS Volunteer Program Coordinator, I am most excited about making getting off campus and engaging with our community accessible and fun!

Favorite Snack: Goldfish

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Premium Matcha Cafe Maiko

My name is William and I am a freshman studying physics. I come from Hangzhou China. I find joy in nearly everything. As the volunteer program coordinator, I am most excited about leading volunteer that I am interested in.

Favorite Snack: Dark Chocolate

My name is Reed and I am a freshman studying ICPS with a home department in Political Science. I am from California. I find joy in journaling, ceramics, and baking! As a CE internship coordinator, I am most excited about helping students find job opportunities off-campus and helping connect them with non-profit organizations that will allow them to pursue their interests!

Favorite Snacks: Chips and Pocky

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Grassa

My name is Carys John and I am a 4th year student majoring in International & Comparative Policy Studies with a concentration in Political Science & minoring in Dance. I am from Southern California & I am very proud of my Chicano and Italian-American heritage. I find joy in swimming and spending time outdoors. As the SEEDS Community Engagement Internship Program Coordinator, I am most excited about expanding our program & connecting more Reed students with the greater Portland community through our nonprofit internship opportunities.

Favorite Snacks: Chesters Hot Fries, Pirate's Booty, and Swedish fish

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Bai Mint Thai

My name is Seheno and I'm a rising senior studying Studio Art. The ancestry in my veins is connected to my homeland Madagascar, and I find joy and strength in the trees, the stars, and my stuffed animals. As a co-coordinator of the Reed community pantry, partaking in various tasks of the pantry has taught me how to find joy and appreciation in some of the simplest tasks.

Favorite Snack: Hummus

My name is Prasiddhi Thapaliya and I'm a senior Environmental Studies/Political Science major with a minor in Music. I'm from Washington state but I was born in Kathmandu, Nepal. I find joy in reading, knitting, being outdoors, playing music, and connecting with people! As the Reed Community Pantry coordinator, I'm super excited about hosting events and incorporating community outreach into improving the Pantry.

Favorite Snacks: Hot Cheetos, Salt and Vinegar Chips, Snickers, Sour Patch, Fruit

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Pho Oregon

Hi! My name is Kenna and I am a rising Senior studying CRES History. I come from Los Angeles, California. I find joy in making music, crocheting, spending time with the people I love, rock climbing, and spending time in the sun. As the Reed Community Pantry Coordinator, I am most excited about planning more community engagement events and encouraging community members to utilize the pantry for the amazing resources it has!

Favorite Snacks: Sour Patch Watermelons, Milkyway Midnights, Salt and Vinegar Chips

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Bai Mint Thai

My name is Minh, and I am a second-year studying Computer Science with a minor in Economics.I come from a family that values hard work and education, with a strong heritage of Vietnamese traditions. I find joy in coding new projects, dressing up for no reasons, traveling, and experimenting with technology. As the Voter Engagement Coordinator, I am most excited about connecting with other students, fostering civic engagement, and helping everyone find their voice through voting.

Favorite Snack: Vietnamese Beef Jerky

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Pho Saigonxua / Pho Kim

Hello! My name is Andrew Happy and I am a political science major in the class of 2027. I am originally from Spokane, Washington, but have very quickly come to find Portland as a stunning and welcoming new home. I find joy in many things, but those that immediately come to my mind are coffee, cats, reading (for fun, of course!), and spending time outdoors, particularly in the sun. As the Voter Engagement Coordinator, I am most excited about collaborating with others creatively to get Reedies to register and vote in the upcoming elections!

Favorite Snacks: Any form of white cheddar chips, crackers or gummy candy

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Swagat Indian Cuisine

My name is Tessa and I am a Junior studying Political Science and Spanish. I come from Cave Creek, Arizona. I find joy in the outdoors, animals, and hanging out with my friends! I also really like sewing! As the Voter Engagement Coordinator, I am most excited about getting Reedies and the community excited about local and larger elections!

Favorite Snacks: Salt and Vinegar Chips, Popcorn, any kind of dip like hummus, salsa

Favorite Portland Restaurant: PDX Thai Dining

My name is Prisha and I am a rising junior studying psychology. I come from the Bay Area and my family is from India. I find joy in my dog back home (nicknamed Chomp) and boba! As the Peer Navigator for Bias Education, I am most excited about helping my peers feel safer on campus and helping them learn about their resources on campus around bias incidents.

Favorite Snacks: Takis, Hot Cheetohs, and Ice cream

Hi! My name is Adrian, and I'm currently a freshman biology major. I come from the Bay Area, where I grew up as a 2nd generation immigrant in a Chinese family. I find joy in birdwatching, and when I'm off the clock I can be found logging birds to my life list in Merlin and eBird. As one of your Bias Peer Navigators, I'm most excited about organizing fun but informative events at Reed, and offering support to my peers where needed.

Favorite Snack: Twix

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Matcha Cafe Maiko

My name is Yik Yin and I am a junior studying studio art and computer science. I come from a very tiny town in central Pennsylvania, and I find joy indulging myself in my personal hobbies and drinking boba. As one of the Student Affinity Group Liaisons, I am most excited about helping affinity groups the best I can, offering students a sense of community and belonging.

Favorite Snack: Boba

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Murata or Kale

My name is Avis and I am a sophomore studying Neuroscience. I come from Nicaragua! I find joy in zine-making and Alejandra Pizarnik's poetry. As the Student Affinity Group Peer Navigator, I am most excited about celebrating diversity through creative events and connecting with some awesome folk, along the way!

Favorite Snacks: Dried Apricots/Peaches, Dates, Potato Chips

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Nudi Noodle Place

My name is Nicole and I am a junior studying Biology and Sociology. I come from Oregon and I was raised in an Asian community. I find joy in research, reading, weightlifting, and my plants! As one of the Peer Mentor Program Coordinators, I am most excited about meeting all the new mentees and helping build our community!

Favorite Snacks: Cheetos/chips and dark chocolate

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Lauretta Jean's

My name is Omar Youssif and I am a senior studying Mathematics with a concentration in Statistics and minoring in Computer Science. I come from Cairo, Egypt and find joy in scootering around Portland and exploring it, listening to music, and spending time with friends eating good food! As the Peer Mentor Program Coordinator, I am most excited about being able to use my experience on campus to support students and ensure that they can tap into their full potential and meeting new students!

Favorite Snacks: Skittles & Airheads

Favorite Portland Restaurant: Abu Omar Shawerma