About Ram Van

The Ram Van has provided safe, affordable, and reliable transportation between the Rose Hill and Lincoln Center campuses since 1981.

The Ram Van relies heavily on the 130+ student workers who drive, dispatch, fuel, and coordinate maintenance of our 50+ vehicle fleet. All student-workers are trained extensively on driving safety and emergency protocol.

Ram Vans seat 14 passengers and are customized for the safety and comfort of our passengers. This year, we will transport over 250,000 passengers between campuses safely and efficiently.

Meet the Team

Behind the scenes, Ram Van is run by three full time administrators and one part-time administrator.

Plinio Gonzalez, MBA
Director
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Plinio worked at Ram Van for his entire undergraduate career from Fall 2004 to Spring 2008. He graduated from GSB in May 2008, and returned to Ram Van as an administrator in 2017. In 2023, he received a Masters in Business Administration from GSB. In his free time, Plinio enjoys spending time with his dog, Kylo Ren.

Robbie Noeldechen, MA
Assistant Director
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Robbie worked at Ram Van from October 2016 through May 2020, graduating with a BA in 2019 and an MA in 2020. Robbie returned as an administrator in 2021. He is currently working towards a Masters in Business Administration from GSB. In his free time, Robbie enjoys spending time with his fiancé and gaming.

Lua Jawdat
Operations Manager
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Lua worked at Ram Van from September 2020 through May 2024, graduating with a BA in May 2024. She returned as an administrator 10 days after graduating. In her free time, Lua enjoys writing, playing basketball, hiking, and anything outdoors. 

Alyssa Marotta Rivas, MA
Administrator
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Alyssa began working at Ram Van during her sophomore year. She graduated with a Marketing degree from GSB in 2013. She returned as a part-time administrator in 2014 while perusing her masters and is currently working towards a doctorate. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys snowboarding, going to Yankees games and playing with her daughter.