ALEXIS EDWARDS
Photographer
Alexis Edwards is a junior at Virginia Tech, where she works as a sports photographer for the athletic apartment. She is currently double majoring in Multimedia Journalism and Marketing. She attended the Washington Journalism and Media Conference in 2021 at George Mason and she is looking forward to meeting everyone at WYSE.
CAMDEN BOHMAN
Junior Faculty Advisor
Camden Bohman (they/them) is pursuing a degree in Conservation Biology and Ecology at Arizona State University. With a passion for environmental preservation, they dream of working with the Smithsonian. Having attended the Washington Youth Summit on the Environment in 2021, Camden is dedicated to making a positive impact on the world around them. Outside of school, Camden finds joy in Dungeons & Dragons, working on art projects, learning about space, and practicing astrophotography. They are looking forward to helping this event run smoothly and hopefully motivating others to pursue their goals as well.
SUMMER KNIGHT
Junior Faculty Advisor
Born and raised in Deltona, Florida, they are currently double majoring in Marine Science and Ecology at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. When not immersed in academic pursuits, they can be found honing their skills with their competitive dance and Colorguard team. Despite their busy schedule, they also enjoy reading books, painting and crocheting and is part of Kappa Alpha Omicron honors society and the Environment sustainability LLC. She is super excited to be part of the summit again after attending as a candidate in 2022, and hopes to make an impact and have fun!
JADYNN DOYLE
Jadynn Doyle is a freshman at Fort Hays State University in Hays, KS and attended WYSE as a delegate in 2022 ! She is passionate about conservation and sustainable energy. She is majoring in Biology-Natural Resources with a minor in Spanish Language and obtaining a certificate in Sustainability. Jadynn is currently still working with Conservation Nation on a research project over food waste in America. At FHSU, she is active in the Biology Club and Women in STEM club. In her free time she has been recycling paper by making new paper with it. She is excited to meet everyone, and see some familiar faces again!
SEAN "C" FOSS
Junior Faculty Advisor
Sean “C” Foss is a rising sophomore at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and is pursuing a degree in political science and public policy. After graduation his career goal is to work in international politics and hopefully be an ambassador or some other form of representative. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking, theater, and magic the gathering. He attended the Washington Youth Summit on the Environment in the summer of 2021 and had a fantastic experience. He is excited to work as a Junior Faculty Advisor in 2024!
SUE MURAIDA
Coordinator
Sue Muraida is a best-selling author, speaker, and pursuer of abundant life. Over the past 30 years, she has worked as a medical photographer, photojournalist, leadership trainer, writer, and teacher. Sue has published three books, Change For a Penny, The Silent Sound of Darkness, and her memoir Going Back For Me, as well as co-authored the anthology Deserts To Mountaintops: Our Collective Journey To (Re)Claiming Our Voice. She is currently the program director for Humanities North Dakota.
EVA BRAMESCO
Eva Bramesco is the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions, and the Director of the University Scholars Program here at George Mason University. Beginning with her involvement in the admissions office at her alma mater, Eva has spent over a decade working with students and families of all backgrounds to overcome the various hurdles of the college admissions process. In her role as Associate Director, Eva supports students before they even apply, all the way through their decision making process. Eva is also responsible for Honors College enrollment and the university’s only full-tuition scholarship program, and loves working closely with Mason’s most motivated and ambitious students.
Prior to her time at George Mason, Eva worked in international development, first with the American Red Cross, and then for a consulting firm. Originally from Danvers, Massachusetts, Eva graduated with honors from Ursinus College in Collegeville, Pennsylvania with degrees in International Relations, Spanish and a minor in Latin American Studies, and received her Master’s in Public Policy from the Schar School at George Mason University. In addition to her work at Mason, Eva is a long-time mentor, tutor, and advocate for educational equity.
LILY SHRINER
Lily Shriner is a rising sophomore at the College of William and Mary and attended WYSE as a delegate in 2022. After earning a bachelor’s degree in biology and marine science, Lily aspires to become a wildlife biologist and work towards conserving marshland and coastal species. In her free time, Lily loves to hike, go kayaking, read, and play the drums. As a JFA, she hopes to provide the amazing and organized experience she had during WYSE and help find new interests in the environment and conservation!
LUCY JOHNSON
Lucy Johnson is from Rochester, New York and is currently a rising sophomore at George Mason University studying Government and International Politics with an interest in environmental policy. Outside of academics, she is a member of the school dance team, Zeta Tau Alpha, and is the Vice President of Events for Mason Ambassadors. She is excited to work her first summer with the Washington Scholars Program!
EMMA TAYLOR
Emma Taylor is a rising junior from Charlotte, North Carolina who currently attends Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee. She is a Political Science major and an Anthropology/ Sociology minor on the pre-law track. At Rhodes, she participates in Mock Trial as a captain, serves as a campus tour guide, works in the Financial Aid office, and is a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She looks forward to her third summer on George Mason’s campus!
