Student Success Advisors
Roniesha Hardee
Assistant Director of Advising
Center for Student Success
Email: HardeeR@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9222
Office: Main Hall 244
Roniesha Hardee joined the Trinity family in June 2023 as a Student Success Advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences. She has a Bachelor 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 is currently pursuing her PhD in Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies at Howard University. Roniesha has a wealth of experience in student centered roles and has a particular interest in advising practices to support students of color. In her role as Assistant Director, Roniesha provides leadership to the team of Student Success Advisors and works in collaboration with the Assistant Director for Financial Success.
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.
Quiera Thomas
Student Success Advisor – DC Cohorts
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 250
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.
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!
Diana Franco
Student Success Advisor
Email: FrancoD@trinitydc.edu
Phone: 202-884-9204
Office: Main Hall 250
Diana joined the Trinity team in March of 2025. She earned her Master of Education degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Vermont, where she also earned a Certificate of Graduate Study in Resiliency-Based and Trauma-Informed Practices and a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies. Diana has served in various student success roles, having previously worked as a Program Coordinator in Residential Life, a Coordinator for Underrepresented Student Success and Retention, and an Academic Coordinator for TRiO Upward Bound. A native of New York City, Diana is new to the DMV area and is always accepting recommendations for food and fun! Diana is passionate about empowering students to discover their potential and equipping them with the tools they need to navigate their paths with confidence and success.
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.
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Student Success Advisor
Professional and Graduate Programs
Email: CenterforStudentSuccess@trinitydc.edu
Phone: (202) 884-9200
Office: Main Hall 250
Rosa Reyes
Director of the Dream Partnership and Student Success Advisor
Email: ReyesRos@trinitydc.edu
Phone: 202-884-9298
Office: Main Hall 248
Rosa earned her MA in Education/School Counseling from George Washington University after completing her BA in Health Services from Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences in 2021. Rosa is the founder and owner of Just BeWell, where she has provided career counseling services to individuals and developed partnerships with local community organizations, facilitating seamless access for students to essential resources to diminish barriers to career development. Previously, Rosa worked in several resource and programmatic roles with the Latin American Youth Center (LAYC). She also completed counseling internships at Harriet Tubman Elementary School and Roosevelt STAY High School in DC. Rosa will serve as the Student Success Advisor for Dreamer scholars, and will assist with programming and services to support Trinity’s undocumented, DACAmented, and mixed-status students.
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.
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
Eliane Ferreira
Conway Advisor, School of Nursing and Health Professions
Email: FerreiraE@trinitydc.edu
Phone: 202-884-9685
Office: Payden Academic Center 418
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.