Staff

	Jeannie Ortega Director, OCSS/RAL Hi I'm Jeannie Ortega. I began working in OCSS/RAL in 1995 and have been the director since 2000. I have a background in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies from CSU and have been at the University in various positions since 1987. I enjoy the daily contact with student as it keeps me young at heart!
	Jan Rastall Assistant Director, Adult Learner Programs Hi, I'm Jan Rastall, Assistant Director in Off-Campus Student Services/Resources for Adult Resources. Did you know that we're here to support any student who feels they don't fit the typical post high school student profile? Non-traditional students, adult students and adult learners are terms used inter-changeably for students who have been out of school for an extended period of time and who might struggle with a variety of issues ranging from transitioning back to college, financing their education, finding childcare or finding support from their family while in school. These students account for roughly 17% of the undergraduate student population at Colorado State. Connecting with other students who share similar issues can help these students feel they're not alone. The lounge in Room 195, Lory Student Center, on the north end of the building above the transit center exists for such a purpose. Here, you will meet students who are paying their way through college, caring for a family, working full or part time or are starting school at a later age. I have a M.Ed. from Colorado State University and have worked in the adult education field for over 15 years. Please stop by so we can get to know you!
	Melissa Emerson Community Liaison - Assistant Director Hello! My name is Melissa and I am your Community Liaison (CL). My position is part of the unique and collaborative program between CSU’s Off-Campus Student Services and the City of Fort Collins Neighborhood Services Office. As the CL, I provide education, outreach and programming in an effort to strengthen relationships between students and non-student residents who live in close proximity to each other. I obtained my Master's degree is in Conflict Analysis & Resolution from George Mason University and I am also trained as a mediator. I received my bachelor's degree from Montana State University where I majored in Sociology/Justice Studies.
	Susan Rausch Hi, I'm Susan Rausch. I started college for the first time in 2004 at CCD in Denver. I moved to Fort Collins in October 2007 so that I could complete my Human Development and Family Studies Degree at CSU. I joined OCSS/RAL in December 2007. It's exciting to be here and to be a part of this great department. Stop in and say hello sometime.
	Jerick Flores Jerick Flores is a sophomore Liberal Arts major from Loveland, Colorado. Jerick started with OCSS/RAL in early 2007 as a Community Liaison Member. Jerick is an Admissions Ambassador on campus, and he is also the president of the student-run a capella singing group on campus. Jerick is excited about working in the OCSS/RAL office, making Party Packs forever!
	Kate Loyd My name is Kate Loyd and I am a sophomore soon to be Spanish major, possibly double majoring in Health Promotion. I am also a member of the CSU women’s club soccer team and am pumped for our season! This is my first semester with OCSS/RAL, but I have loved working here. The environment is so friendly and relaxed. It is great to get to know new people and help students find resources they need.
	Katie Powell Hey Everyone! My name is Katie Powell. I'm a sophomore at CSU, majoring in technical journalism with a concentration in public relations. I moved to Fort Collins in August of 06 and have loved every minute of it. I will be focusing on OCSS and I am looking forward to being a part of this program and what it has to offer.
	Luke Schnickel Hey, I'm Luke Schnickel. I am a second year English Education major, currently attending CSU. I love being at CSU, especially in the blooming summer, and am excited to be working for Off-Campus Student Services. I plan on getting in some tennis, bike riding, swimming, reading, and writing between work and school. That is all and enjoy your summer!
	Tim Wood Hi, I'm Tim Wood. I joined OCSS/RAL in July 2007 in an administrative support capacity, and am happy to be a part of such a multi-faceted and community-oriented team. A long-time resident of Fort Collins, I graduated from Poudre High School's International Baccalaureate Program in 2000, and received a B.A. in International Affairs in 2004 from CU-Boulder. Now that I'm back in Fort Collins, I swing dance, play volleyball, bicycle, and am a member of Fale West African Dance. Hope to see you in the office-feel free to stop and say hello!