Student Success Advisors
Omneya Badr
Student Success Advisor
College of Arts and Sciences
E-mail: BadrO@trinitydc.edu
Phone: 202-884-9248
Office: Main Hall 211
Omneya joined Trinity in January 2024 as a Student Success Advisor for the College of Arts and Sciences. Omneya holds an MBA from the University of Bath, Bath, UK, an Entrepreneurial Business Operations Certificate from The Arts Institute of CA and a BA in Business Administration from The American University in Cairo, Egypt. Prior to joining the Center for Student Success at Trinity, Omneya served as a Senior Academic Advisor at Qatar University in Qatar. She also was Lecturer & Faculty Advisor at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) in Bahrain.
Roniesha Hardee
Student Success Advisor
College of Arts and Sciences
Email: HardeeR@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9222
Office: Main Hall 250
Roneisha Hardee joined the Trinity family in 2023 as an undergraduate advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences. She has a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Africana Studies and Political Science and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction both from University of South Florida. Roniesha has a wealth of experience in student centered roles and has a particular interest in advising practices to support students of color (topics she is focusing on in her own graduate studies!).
Quiera Thomas
Student Success Advisor
College of Arts and Sciences
Email: ThomasQ@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9297
Office: Main Hall 250
Quiera Thomas joined Trinity in December 2022. Quiera has lived in the D.C. area since beginning her higher education career. She received her B.A. in Sociology from Howard University, and her Master of Arts in Education and Human Development from The George Washington University. Quiera has been able to chase her passions, serving in student-support roles for over 6 years. Quiera is passionate and committed to safeguarding and advocating for the equitable access to education and the well-being of students of all ages.
Briana Williams
Student Success Advisor
College of Arts and Sciences
Email: WilliamsBriana3@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9264
Office: Main Hall 213
Briana Williams joined the Trinity team in January of 2023. She received her B.S. in Communications from the illustrious Bowie State and has always been passionate about forming strong connections and helping individuals reach their goals. With 5+ years of Academic Advising experience at an online university, Briana is excited about the opportunity to support and guide students in a more traditional capacity.
Raushanah Bullock
Student Success Advisor
Professional and Graduate Programs
Email: BullockR@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9564
Office: Main Hall 250
Raushanah joined the Trinity family November 2021 as an advisor for graduate students in the School of Business Studies as well as advising undergraduate business majors in the School of Professional Studies. She is also a two-time Trinity Washington University Graduate! (BA in sociology & MSA in Nonprofit Management- Go Tigers!!!!) Raushanah has more than 6 years of experience in Higher Education and mentoring/ advising adult learners. Supporting mission driven organizations that provide systematic resources for underserved people and their communities is her passion.
Ayesha Shabazz
Student Success Advisor
Professional and Graduate Programs
Email: shabazzay@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9627
Office: Main Hall 216
Ayesha holds a Master’s in Business Administration (M.B.A) from Walden University and a Bachelor’s in English from the University of Maryland, College Park. With 15 years of experience in higher education, she is passionate about student success and believes acquiring an education is the key to building confidence and thriving in today’s workforce. As a former career coach and certified life coach, she utilizes her skills to motivate and empower students to reach their academic and professional goals. In addition, she enjoys spending time with her son, traveling to new places, staying active and eating good food.
Ignacio Velez
Student Success Advisor
School of Professional Studies
E-mail: VelezI@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9633
Office: Main Hall 250
Ignacio Velez is a DMV native and joined Trinity in August of 2023 as an advisor to Early Childhood Education majors. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and English from the University of Pennsylvania where he served in student-support roles at WQHS Radio. Prior to Trinity, he worked as an advocate and paralegal in the child welfare field. Ignacio is dedicated to effecting equity, empowering others, and serving his community – especially within his students!
Promis Crawford
Program Coordinator and Advisor in the School of Education
Email: CrawfordPr@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9565
Office: Main Hall 369
Promis Crawford is an experienced higher education professional who thrives in student-centered environments. Ms. Crawford has served in various university capacities including Enrollment Services, Student Affairs, and Academic Advising. She holds a B.A. in Communications from Old Dominion University and an M.A. in Higher Education from Morgan State University. She provides academic advising services to graduate students in the School of Education as well as education major in the College of Arts and Sciences. In addition to her advising role, she provides coordination efforts for students in the School of Education seeking DC-approved teacher licensure.
Sarah Trippensee, Assistant Dean of NHP and Academic Advisor for students in the Nursing and Health Professions
Email: TrippenseeS@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9684
Office: Payden Academic Center 219
Ms. Trippensee provides pre-professional phase academic advising services to students pursuing baccalaureate degrees in nursing and occupational therapy assistants. She meets with students about curriculum plans, academic progression, and she supports faculty in their academic advising roles. She serves as the Test of Essential Academic Skills coordinator and as the liaison to the Admission staff for undergraduate NHP degree programs. Sarah assists the dean and associate dean with data analysis associated with academic records
Rache Alaran
Student Success Advisor for School of Nursing and Health Professions
Email: alaranr@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9254
Office: Payden Academic Center 418
Rache Alaran is a DC native who has lived her whole life in the DMV area. Rache graduated from the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore (UMES) with a Bachelors in Criminal Justice and then a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling. She began her career at the UMES in the Offices of Residence and Campus Life and then went on to serve as Program Coordinator for the UMES College Women R.E.A.C.H. program for gifted at risk youth before transitioning to Montgomery College where she worked in a variety of roles in the Office of Student Life. Rache’s professional career has been devoted to supporting the encouraging the holistic development and success of students which she will continue in her role at Trinity supporting students in overcoming challenges so they can successfully persist and complete their educational journeys.
Cristina Lynch
Assistant Dean, School of Professional and Graduate Studies and Program Director for Trinity at THEARC
Email: lynchcr@trinitydc.edu
Phone: 202-884-9622
Office: Main Hall 301
Cristina Lynch is Director of Trinity at THE ARC, a branch of Trinity within Southeast D.C. Throughout her professional career, she has been an avid student advocate whose motto is “Building Futures Today.” As director, she is responsible for assisting adult students successfully complete an Associate’s Degree in General Studies as well as seamlessly transition to the main campus. Mrs. Lynch possesses a Bachelor’s of Science in Systems Organizations Management and a Master’s of Art in Community Agency Counseling from Hampton University. In addition to being a Hampton graduate, she comes to Trinity from Hampton University where she served for 17 years combined in various capacities such as Director of Upward Bound, Director of the Annual Fund, and Director of the Student Success Center.
Vacant
Director for the Center for Student Success
Email: centerforstudentsuccess@trinitydc.edu
202-884-9200
Vacant
Assistant Director of Advising
Email: CenterforStudentSuccess@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9200
Office: Main Hall