Student Advisory Council

Zayda Carver

Zayda is a junior double majoring in Spanish and Elementary Education with a passion for bilingual education. She is a Roan Scholar, Expedition Leader Intern, POLO leader and Intramural Program assistant and loves traveling, being outdoors, and all things ETSU!

Wambui Kang'ara

Wambui is a graduate international student from Kenya pursuing her Masters in Brand & Media Strategy and a Graduate Assistant at the Graduate School in the Recruitment & Marketing department. She is passionate about balancing and complementing her academic life with co-curricular activities for a wholesome experience, which is similar to her undergraduate days chairing and serving in several clubs, councils, events and initiatives at her campus. As a result, she is keen on contributing her unique skills on the Student Advisory Council to make a positive impact in student life and engagement, especially for graduate and international students.

Grace Kellner

Grace is a sophomore majoring in Media and Communications with minors in Marketing and Advertising. She is a Roan Scholar, serves on the lead committee for Young Professionals on Campus, and is an active member of Women in Business, Volunteer ETSU, The Well, and Letters of Love. With a passion for advocacy, Grace aspires to pursue a career in social media management, with a focus on supporting foster care organizations in raising awareness of the challenges and successes within the system.

Bonnie Matthews

Bonnie is a senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management with an Operations and Analytics concentration and a Finance minor. She serves as the Chief Business Officer of the ETSU CyberSecurity Club and as Secretary of the ETSU chapter of the National CyberWatch Center. She is passionate about getting involved on campus and helping others and is grateful to serve on a council to help current and future students of ETSU. After graduation, she hopes to work as a data analyst or a financial analyst in the Supply Chain field.

Hunter Mehaffey

Hunter is a Media and Communications undergraduate student focusing on Advertising and Public Relations, with minors in Marketing and Radio/TV/Film. Passionate about community involvement and volunteering, Hunter actively serves as a voice for students through his participation in the Student Advisory Council and Student Government Association.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• What is the Student Advisory Council?

  The Student Advisory Council is a group of diverse students from across campus who can give us feedback about the following:

  • Communications
  • Outreach
  • Web Design
• Why should I join?

  This is a great opportunity to give back through volunteerism, get involved in the ETSU community, and build your resume.
• How much time will this take?

  The group will meet about once a month on campus for 1 hour per meeting. Meeting times will be based on members' availability.
• If chosen, how long will I serve?

  The application process takes place at the beginning of each fall semester. Those who are interested in serving multiple years will need to apply annually.
• What are the qualifications for membership?

  Be a currently enrolled ETSU student and be willing to brainstorm ideas, review plans and projects, as well as be a voice for your fellow students!
• Does it cost anything?

  Absolutely not! In fact, we will provide light refreshments at each meeting.
• How do I apply?

  The application will open again in spring 2025 for the 2025-26 academic year.

If you have other questions, please reach outvia email.