Meet the Rose Hill Commuter Assistants

Welcome Class of 2028! We, the commuter assistant team, are excited to meet you and help you acclimate to college life. If you ever have any questions, you can always feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].

Bipasana Poudel - Staff Development & Training Coordinator

I am a junior majoring in computer science and commute by car from Nutley, New Jersey. On campus, I am an active member of FUPAC. Outside of campus, I am an IT Student Assistant at Novo Nordisk. After graduation, I plan to work in the cybersecurity and Information Technology field while getting my master's in Cybersecurity. My favorite thing about being a CA is the team and the friends I've made after joining the team. Additionally, I love meeting new students and advising them based on my experiences at Fordham! I love going to the gym, watching TV, playing video games, and playing with my dog during my free time.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions at [email protected]!

Dana Kien - Staff Development & Training Coordinator

My name is Dana Kien, and I commute from the Bronx, New York! I commute to campus by car and, occasionally, public transit! I am a Senior graduating in the Spring of 2025 from Fordham College at Rose Hill, studying Political science and Spanish. In addition to being a Commuter Assistant, I am also a delegate of Fordham's Student Life Council (CLSC), representing CSS and the Office for Student Involvement. In my free time, I work for a local NYC City Council Office and spend time with my wonderful family. Two plans of mine post-grad are to become a Paralegal or work in NYC Politics and, eventually, attend law school! My favorite thing about being a CA is watching event attendees make friends and enjoy our services. Nothing is better than seeing our commuter community find a home away from home at Fordham. Lastly, one fun fact about me is that I am trilingual: I speak English, Spanish, and Vietnamese!

Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at [email protected]!

Steven Laureano - Pop-Up Coordinator

I commute from the Bronx, New York, by car to campus and by bus from campus. I attend Fordham College at Rose Hill, class of 2025, and I am a Psychology major with a minor in Anthropology. Outside the CA team, I am a research assistant, assisting a professor with one of his research projects. I am also a member of the Academic Integrity Committee on campus. After I graduate, I plan on getting my master’s degree in social work. My favorite thing about being a CA is getting to know the commuter students and the student body! I also enjoy working with the CA team because it really feels like working with friends, so there's never a dull moment. A fun fact about me is that I know how to make balloon dogs; don't use that against me.

If you need to contact me for any questions or help in general, my email is [email protected].

Le Cia Cayetano - Pop-Up Coordinator

My name is Le Cia Cayetano, and I commute from Fort Lee, New Jersey. I commute to campus via two buses and the A train. I’m a sophomore majoring in Accounting, and this will be my first year as a CA! Something I’m excited to do as a new CA is help new students feel a sense of home and familiarity at Fordham. On campus, I also work for the Department of Communications & Media Studies as a clerical assistant. Outside campus, I’ve interned at Assured Guaranty as a municipal surveillance analyst. Being in the 150-credit CPA track, a big goal I have after graduation is to sit for and pass the exam. In my free time, I love going to the city to try new cafes, food markets, and flea markets!

If your interests align with any of mine or if you have any questions in general, feel free to reach out!
Instagram: lecia_cyt
Email: [email protected]

Vanessa Ramos - Special Events Coordinator

My name is Vanessa Ramos, and I am a senior majoring in Digital Technologies & Emerging Media with a double minor in Music and Communications. I commute to school from the Bronx by bus. Besides being on the CA Team, I am also a part of the B-Sides Acapella Group, Mimes & Mummers, El Grito, Ramprint & ID Services, and the Honors Program. Outside of campus, I intern at Flustra PR and Marketing Agency. Following graduation, I aspire to work in social media and content creation within the music industry, or for other brands. My favorite thing about being a CA is the team I work with. It’s fun to work with a team of people who are fun, and creative. As a Special Events Coordinator, I love being able to execute my creative ideas in monthly socials and see everyone enjoy the event. In my free time, I love singing! You can stream my music on all platforms: Vanessa Ramos

Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions!
IG: vanessaxramos
Email: [email protected]

Benjamin Manigbas - Special Events Coordinator

My name is Ben Manigbas, and I am a sophomore majoring in accounting. I commute from Yonkers, New York, using the Metro-North train, which takes about half an hour. Outside of being a Commuter Assistant, I am involved with the Filipino club, FUPAC, the swim club, and I work as a lifeguard at the pool in Lombardi Center. My favorite thing about being a CA is meeting new students and helping them adapt to everyday life as a commuter. I spend my free time listening to music, binging TV, and going to the gym.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at [email protected].

Naishme Arias - Social & Cultural Coordinator

My name is Naishme Arias. I am a junior commuting from the Bronx, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Bioethics. When I'm not working with the CA team, I am involved with various clubs on campus such as El Grito, Campus Ministry, the Psychology Club, and She's the First. Outside of campus, I am the co-owner of a catering business! In my free time, I love to go to the Bronx Zoo, head down to Flushing or K-town for a good meal, or simply wind down with a good book or movie. I love being part of the CA team as I engage and connect with not just the commuter population but also the residents and staff at Fordham. My role as social and cultural coordinator is a fun way to shine a light on the various cultures and groups on campus.

My email is [email protected].

Deniz Gur - Social & Cultural Coordinator

I’m Deniz Gur, a sophomore (‘27) commuting by car from Wyckoff, New Jersey. I am currently double-majoring in Psychology and Anthropology. Aside from being on the CA team, I am also in the Rose Hill Honors Program and am active on campus in Model UN, the Psychology Club, and the Muslim Students Association. I am excited to begin my first year as a Commuter Assistant and am looking forward to welcoming new students through CSS. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, reading, spending time with my cat, and trying new food! If you have any general questions or would like to connect, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Instagram: denizegur
Email: [email protected]

David Fortuno - Excursion Coordinator

My name is David Fortuno, and I commute from Whitestone by car. I’m a senior majoring in psychology and on a pre-law track. On campus, I am an intercampus shuttle driver at Ram Van and an active member of FUPAC. Outside of campus, I have interned for a Supreme Court Judge at the Queens Criminal Courthouse. I’m currently interning at the Nassau County Family Courthouse. Once I graduate, I plan to take some time to gain some work experience in the legal field and then go to law school. My favorite thing about being a CA is helping students like myself who had trouble developing meaningful relationships at the beginning of college. During my free time, I like going to the gym and playing video games.

Email: [email protected]

Michele Tran - Marketing & Outreach Coordinator

I'm a sophomore at Fordham University majoring in Accounting. I commute from the vibrant neighborhood of Astoria, Queens, using a mix of the N, 4, 5, and 6 subway lines, and the Metro-North train, which takes around an hour to get to campus. On campus, I work at the Walsh Library as a desk assistant. It's a great way to stay connected with the campus community. One of my big goals after graduation is to obtain my CPA license. As a CA, one of the things I love most is the team dynamics and the chance to interact with others at events. I have a passion for embroidery, sketching, and listening to music.

If you'd like to connect or have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]. I'd love to chat!

Michael Buana - Academic & Career Coordinator

I'm Michael Buana, a CO2027 sophomore who's studying Finance, Asian American Studies, and Mathematics! I commute from the lovely Little Neck of far-eastern Queens, but live where it's pretty much a transit desert, so I drive to Whitestone and take the Q44-SBS/Bx9 to get to campus. At Fordham, I'm extensively involved in a lot of clubs (think everything from Badminton to Blockchain & Fintech), but also with the Center for Community Engaged Learning in Urban Plunge and public transportation advocacy! Otherwise, I've worked as a Development Intern at Lambda Legal, started an international cryptocurrency mining collective with $15,000+ in profits, and am the founder of the world's first Indonesian American wiki. While I'm not sure yet of my post-grad plans, my goal is to support the betterment of society as a whole, and my favorite thing about being a CA aligns with that; helping other commuters have a better time at Fordham. Feel free to reach out if you ever want to chat!

IG: miiichaelbuana
Email: [email protected]

Adel Baimatova - Sports & Wellness Coordinator

My name is Adel Baimatova and I commute from Westchester with the Metro North. I'm a senior graduating in 2025 majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Computer Science. I'm also on the premed track. I am part of the health and wellness club at Fordham, I play volleyball, but I also often work during the school year. I'm interning and volunteering at Elmhurst Hospital this summer and will hopefully work at a hospital near Fordham in the fall. Post-Grad plans include taking a gap year to travel, get more research and clinical hours as well as working. I also plan to study for the MCAT in hopes of getting into med school in New York! I love anything related to wellness and I can't wait to help with the sports coordinator role and be a part of the CA team! A fun fact about me is that I've lived in 5 countries including the U.S. and love traveling!

IG: adel.ttb
email: [email protected]