Hazing Prevention Team

Michael Rafo serves as the Coordinator of Fraternity & Sorority Life. Michael is the advisor for the Panhellenic Association and the co-advisor for the National Pan-Hellenic Council. He also serves as the chapter liaison for 12 chapters from all 4 councils. Michael has been at FGCU since 2020 and is affiliated with Delta Sigma Phi.

Michael is originally from Windsor, Canada but grew up in Southeast Michigan. He attended Eastern Michigan University for his bachelor's, and Central Michigan University for his Master's in Higher Education Administration and served as the Fraternity & Sorority Life Graduate Assistant. In his spare time, Michael enjoys going to the beach, and crossing new places off of his travel list. Michael's favorite part about working with the Hazing Prevention Team is being able to shape students' perspectives on the issue of hazing and turn the students from bystanders into active citizens.

Waneka McFarlane is a long time Human Resources (HR) professional with over thirteen years of recruiting and HR experience. Eight of those years was spent in the HR department at Florida Gulf Coast University. While serving as a Recruiter she was instrumental in providing recruitment solutions, training, and consultation to the campus community.

Her experience in Human Resources led her to The Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance (OIEC). In OIEC, she is responsible for assisting with facilitating the success of under-represented students and employees. She is also responsible for designing, planning, implementing workshops, training sessions, and activities that provide learning opportunities to enhance equity, diversity, and inclusion within the campus community. She currently sits on the following committees/associations: Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Title IX Committee, Black Faculty and Staff Association, Hazing Prevention Team, FutureMaker Equity Action Team and the Fort Myers Mayor's DEI Advisory Committee.

Sgt. Myles Kittleson is a former alumni of FGCU earned his Bachelor's of Science in 2009 and his Master of Arts in 2013, and is a recipient of the FGCU Student Hall of Fame. Sgt. Kittleson takes pride in the campus and the students. Sgt. Kittleson wants all the students to enjoy the campus life and all that comes with it but in a safe manner.

Sgt. Kittleson’s favorite part of being on the Hazing Prevention Team is interacting with all the different students whether it is fraternities, sororities, club sports or other student organizations. Sgt. Kittleson takes pride in seeing students succeed.

Keira De Oliveira holds a B.A. in Communication and a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from Florida Gulf Coast University. Keira has several years of experience in higher education at FGCU. As a student, Keira worked as a Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader, and First Year Advising Assistant.

After graduation, Keira worked for the Department of Records & Registration, while pursuing her master’s degree. Keira collaborated with different University departments to meet federal and state guidelines for enrollment reporting and worked closely with students to assist in processing all registration functions.

Prior to joining OIEC, Keira was a middle and elementary school teacher. While teaching, Keira became an Instruction through Digital Innovation (IDI) teacher and led the way in incorporating technology into classroom lessons. She used positive behavior support to build a classroom community and provide a safe learning environment where all students can excel.

Currently, Keira works for The Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance. In the OIEC, Keira is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing strategies for controlling risk exposure related to compliance for the university. She analyzes current compliance legislation and regulations that impact higher education and remains updated on relevant topics regarding compliance. Keira is also an adjunct instructor in the Department of Integrated Studies where she teaches Foundations of Civic Engagement. Keira’s favorite part of being on the Hazing Prevention Team is interacting with the FGCU students!

Brittany Hensley serves as the Peer Education Coordinator for Prevention and Wellness. In her role, she is responsible for running FGCU’s Peers CARE program. This undergraduate group of students, through programs and interactive activities, educates their fellow students on various topics related to health.

Brittany began her work at FGCU in 2020, after obtaining her Master of Public Health with a specialization in health promotion from the University of West Florida. She came to FGCU with six years of health education experience from working as a Peer Educator and Graduate Assistant for UWF’s Wellness department. In her free time, Brittany loves reading, paining, and spending time with her fur baby, Zues!

Jessica Matthews has been practicing mental health therapy for over ten years, including working as a mental health clinician at FGCU's Counseling and Psychological Services since October 2019. Before moving to Florida in 2019, she lived in Illinois and practiced community mental health for five years, and then worked as a mental health counselor at Eastern Illinois University for nearly five years.

Jessica's current role at CAPS allows her to practice individual therapy with FGCU students, as well as facilitate two groups for psychoeducation and support for students. Jessica's favorite part of being on the Hazing Prevention Team is learning more about the hazing epidemic and what can be done to protect and educate students. She loves being able to interact with FGCU students and share such important information that can save lives.

Zachary McMahon started at FGCU as a Sport Programs Intern in July of 2019 before being hired as the Sport Programs Coordinator in March of 2020. As the Sport Programs Coordinator, Zach facilitates intramural programming which includes the hiring and training of student officials and supervisors and scheduling games and tournaments for each sport Campus Recreation offer. Zach also works with the sport clubs to assist them in multiple capacities, whether it’s advice for fundraising, how to schedule competitions with opponents, and ideas for community service. 

Zach enjoys working with the Hazing Prevention Team because it allows him the opportunity to interact with the student body in a capacity that encourages safety and inclusion. Zach believes every student has a place on this campus whether it’s with a club, participating in an event, or social circles in the dorms, and it is up to the staff and students to ensure that safety and inclusion are practiced.  Wings Up, Go Eagles!

Kelsey O’Brien has been working at FGCU since July 2019 and is currently the Coordinator for Student Programming in the Office of Student Involvement. She is the advisor for Programming Board, which is a student-led organization that is dedicated to providing fun, enriching, and free events to FGCU students! She is also the advisor for the Homecoming Council who is responsible for planning and hosting FGCU’s Homecoming, a celebration for FGCU students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

Kelsey’s favorite part of being on the Hazing Prevention Team is working with and meeting new students from across campus and being able to share valuable information with them!

Maggie Hohne enters her fourth year with FGCU Athletics in 2021-22, where she serves dual roles as a member of the Student-Athlete Services Staff and the Athletics Academic Coordinator. The Clermont, Fla., native graduated from FGCU in spring of 2019, majoring in criminal justice. In spring 2021, she completed a Master of Public Administration with a focus on Public Management from Arkansas State.
 
In her roles with the Eagles, Hohne is responsible for event planning and management of student-athlete activities. She oversees all aspects of the Student-Athlete Advisory Council (Eagles Council), programming for student-athletes, scheduling and documenting community service, producing and distributing a newsletter each semester to all student-athletes and department staff, oversight of the E.A.G.L.E. Leadership Institute and professional development workshops. On the academic side, she oversees student-athletes in men’s soccer and women’s soccer.
 
Hohne is a member of the National Association of Academic and Student-Athlete Development Professionals (N4A) and Women Leaders in College Sports. She completed the N4A Professional Development Institute (PDI) program in Fall of 2021.

Garrett Cyr is new to FGCU and serves as a Resident Director in North Lake Village. Garrett attended Southern Connecticut State University and earned a B. A in English. More recently, he graduated with an M.Ed. in Student Affairs Administration from Springfield College where he worked as a Graduate Community Director.  

 

Garrett is excited to serve on the Hazing Prevention Team because he wants to make the campus a safer place for students to learn and build connections with their peers, without the unnecessary burden of hazing. Additionally, He looks forward to encouraging students to continue advocating for themselves and other community members.  

 

Diania Tsenekos is new to FGCU and serves as the Clery Act Compliance Coordinator within the University Police Department. Diania brings twenty-nine years of experience and training in campus public safety to the University. Before moving to Florida in 2021, she worked as a Coordinator for Emergency Planning and Security at Stark State College in Ohio. Diania was selected as a member of a training and education working group to create content for the Statewide Educational Plan for Preventing Hazing in Ohio. Diania holds a M.S. in Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Campus Public Safety.

 

Diania’s role at the University is to collect and report crime statistic data and promote crime prevention awareness through education. She is excited to be a part of the Hazing Prevention Team to help students recognize the signs of hazing and encourage reporting with confidence. Keeping students safe at FGCU is her top priority!

 

Jaci is a sophomore at FGCU and is a member of the Beach Volleyball Team. Outside of the Beach Volleyball Team, Jaci is involved with the Eagles Council and the EAGLE Leadership Development program. Jaci is an elementary education major and eventually wants to get involved with physical education!

 

Jaci grew up in Dublin, Ohio and her family now lives in Oklahoma. She has one older brother who is an assistant swim coach at Ohio State University, along with 2 dogs and 1 cat. Something she likes to do in her free time is hanging out with animals and pet sit! She is looking forward to being involved with the committee and putting on great events for the FGCU community!