Eva Bramesco

EVA BRAMESCO

Counselor

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.

EVA BRAMESCO

Counselor

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

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

Advance Team

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!

LUCY JOHNSON

Advance Team

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

Advance Team Member

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!

EMMA TAYLOR

Advance Team Member

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!

Jacob Kaufman

Jacob Kaufman

Junior Faculty Advisor, WYSE Alum 2023

Jacob is a rising Sophomore at the University of Maryland, College Park,
majoring in Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences with a minor in Geographical
Information Systems. Jake is passionate about the climate, and he is pursuing the field of meteorology. He is a member of the American Meteorological Society, a paid employee of the Maryland Hydronet, and an intern for the Climate Resilience Network. This is the third summer he’s been involved with WYSE: one as a Delegate, one as an intern, and now as a JFA!

Jacob Kaufman

Junior Faculty Advisor, WYSE Alum 2023

Jacob is a rising Sophomore at the University of Maryland, College Park, majoring in Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences with a minor in Geographical
Information Systems. Jake is passionate about the climate, and he is pursuing the field of meteorology. He is a member of the American Meteorological Society, a paid employee of the Maryland Hydronet, and an intern for the Climate Resilience Network. This is the third summer he’s been involved with WYSE: one as a Delegate, one as an intern, and now as a JFA!

Allyson Ponn

Allyson Ponn

Faculty Advisor

Allyson is the Education and Program Support Specialist with one of Virginia’s Soil and Water Conservation Districts. There, she leads all education and outreach programming on behalf of the district and works with agricultural landowners and homeowners to install best management practices for local soil and water quality. While studying at James Madison University, she got involved in local food production and conservation. This led to a career focused on environmental education where she has worked in school and community gardens, food access, agriculture, and K-12 science curriculum development. Outside of her work, she manages her local farmers market and community garden. Allyson is also an avid gardener, loves to cook and spend time outside with her husband and son.

Allyson Ponn

Faculty Advisor

Allyson is the Education and Program Support Specialist with one of Virginia’s Soil and Water Conservation Districts. There, she leads all education and outreach programming on behalf of the district and works with agricultural landowners and homeowners to install best management practices for local soil and water quality. While studying at James Madison University, she got involved in local food production and conservation. This led to a career focused on environmental education where she has worked in school and community gardens, food access, agriculture, and K-12 science curriculum development. Outside of her work, she manages her local farmers market and community garden. Allyson is also an avid gardener, loves to cook and spend time outside with her husband and son.

Harmony Tripp

HARMONY TRIPP

Harmony Tripp is a junior at Lewiston High School, in Lewiston Maine. Growing up in Maine she was constantly surrounded by luscious green trees and the wide open Ocean which, at a young age gave her a passion for nature. She studies hard at school in hopes to one day become a marine biologist, but in her free time she enjoys taking walks, listening to music, and cheering sideline for her school’s football, soccer, and basketball teams. She was a 2023 WYSE delegate and is so excited to be on the advisory board to help plan a great 2024 WYSE experience.

Eva Clarkson

EVA CLARKSON

Eva is from Oceanside, California, and is a high school senior. She swims, plays soccer, and loves spending time outdoors. Eva absolutely loved attending WYSE and currently has her own environmentally-focused club at school. She is super excited to work with WYSE to help set up next year’s program and is thrilled to be part of this amazing community!

Alexis Kelley

ALEXIS KELLEY

Alexis Kelley is a junior at Red Mountain High School in Mesa, Arizona. On campus, she is involved with the engineering program and several clubs, like Girl Up, Black Student Union, and AP Council. Outside of school, Alexis is a member of the Arizona Science Center’s Teen Advisory Board, volunteers with the Arizona Museum of Natural History, and interns with “Make Games; Save the Planet” at ASU. When not working as a Mathnasium part-time tutor, she enjoys reading, painting, and hiking. Alexis’ experience at WYSE 2023 reinforced her passion for the environment, and she is ecstatic to return as part of the Youth Advisory Board!

Addie McGarry

ADDIE MCGARRY

Addie McGarry is a junior at Athens High School in Athens, Ohio. She is involved in 4-H, community theater, Key Club, and tennis and is a summer camp counselor. She is passionate about the environment and plans to go into wildlife conservation. She attended WYSE in 2023 and is excited to continue participating in this incredible program.