The Honors College has welcomed several new team members in the past year. Let’s get to know them!
Bridget Alaniva
Associate Director of Honors College Admissions, Honors College
Background: I am originally from Plymouth, Michigan, in the Lower Peninsula. I attended college at Michigan Technological University in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, majoring in communication, culture and media with minors in historical studies and media production (graduated 2018). After college, I moved down to Charlotte, North Carolina, to work for UNC Charlotte as the coordinator of student outreach and engagement for its School of Social Work. In January 2023, I moved to Charleston.
Interests: I am a big Michigan sports fan; I love watching the Detroit Lions, Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, University of Michigan and Michigan Tech sports teams. I love wildlife and being in the outdoors. I try to go hiking and camping in my spare time on weekends. I love going to museums and learning about history in different ways. I also have an area in the house where I can work on my paintings, as painting is a hobby I have enjoyed for a long time. My family and friends in Michigan are also very important to me, so I try to go back and visit (or have them visit) as much as possible. I enjoy traveling, so I don’t mind the distance too much.
Looking Forward: I am looking forward to meeting new people in Charleston and at CofC. I can’t wait to help support the Honors College and be part of that team. It’s exciting to be working at a college that is so close and connected to the city that it’s in.
Cristina Landis
Assistant Director of Student Success, Honors College
Background: I have worked [as a temporary employee] at the College for the past 22 years as an academic advisor, adjunct faculty member in theatre and the Honors College, and as the learning strategies program director.
Interests: I’m a member of the core ensemble of PURE Theatre now in our 20th season. I’m an actor, director and movement coach.
Looking Forward: I’m excited to be continuing to collaborate with my accomplished colleagues all across the institution.
Sydney Conrad
Interim Assistant Director of Student Engagement, Honors College
Background: I have split my life living between Virginia and New York. I moved to Charleston in 2014 to be closer to family that had moved south. Prior to coming to the College I worked at a local nonprofit, My Sister’s House, as the director of education and training.
Interests: I love being active and spending time outside. My husband and I love to go to the beach with our young daughters (Beatrice and Cleo). I also enjoy running, yoga and playing soccer.
Looking Forward: I am most looking forward to supporting students in their efforts to identify their passions, get connected to local organizations and creating lifelong advocates of a stronger community!
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