Email: gail.abraham@mnsu.edu
Gail can provide general Women's Center information, and is the contact person for our two scholarships.
Email: erica.carnes@mnsu.edu
Fresh from Iowa, my name is Erica Carnes and I am the Sexual Violence Education Program Advisor Graduate Assistant here at the Women’s Center. I completed my undergraduate degree at Iowa State University with majors in Women’s Studies and Political Science. I spent this past year advocating for reproductive justice at a non-profit in Montana, missing the Midwestern vibe I jetted back to Iowa and am currently a graduate student in Women’s Studies. Outside of the Women’s Center and school; I am a political junkie, avid knitter, connoisseur of all things thrifted, and sometimes a crafty lady. I am open to chatting so stop on by!
Email: katherine.deinken@mnsu.edu
Email: ann.goldsbury@mnsu.edu
Hi, my name is Ann Goldsbury and I’m a sophomore majoring in Women’s Studies! This is my second year working here in the Women’s Center as a work-study student, and I can’t imagine being anywhere else. Besides working, I love watching NASCAR, playing board games with family, and being a part of the Vagina Monologues every year. The Women’s Center is open for everyone, so be sure to come check it out!
Email: lauren.pilnick@mnsu.edu
My name is Lauren Pilnick and I am the Sexual Violence Education Coordinator here at the Women’s Center! Fresh from Florida, I am acquainting myself with southern Minnesota. When I’m not advocating for survivors or facilitating educational programming, you can find me spending time with my loved ones and my cat, Wesley. My favorite TV show is “LOST” and I’m always down for a good game night. I am always interested in meeting new people so stop by, even if just to say “hi”! My door is open! O+
Email: nekisha.quinney@mnsu.edu
Howdy ya’ll, I’m Nekisha Quinney! I am a second semester Program Advisor for the Women’s Center! Born and raised in Houston, TX, I have been in Minnesota for a little more than a year. Let me tell you, going from extreme heat to extreme cold has been an adjustment, but I am ecstatic to have the opportunity to experience seasons for the first time in my life. I am a second year graduate student in the Sport Management program, and I love women’s basketball. Working at the Women’s Center has given me the opportunity to meet strong, independent, like minded women, and you know what, that is cool. This year I am programming events such as National Young Women’s Day of Action, Carol Ortman Perkins Lectureship “An Evening with Dorothy Allison” and the Women of Courage and Vision Recognition Reception. When I am not working or studying, I have an array of hobbies and interests, I love movies, reality television, shopping, American Idol and listening to live blues bands (Susan Tedeschi is by far my favorite singer). Well enough about me, I would love the opportunity to get to know you. If you are in the area feel free to stop in or email me and say howdy!
Email: deirdre.rosenfeld@mnsu.edu
Hello there! My name is Deirdre and I’m the director of the Women’s Center here at MSU. I’ve been working here since 2000 and every day my appreciation for this campus and MSU’s students grows. It’s a rare honor to spend my workday supporting, empowering and advocating for women students and the men who care about them. If you or someone you know is struggling with eating issues, body image, self-esteem, assertiveness, harassment or discrimination please don’t hesitate to be in touch. I’m here to help! In my life beyond MSU I love hanging out with my friends, reading (anything from Entertainment Weekly to just about any novel), watching Bravo & VH1 reality TV, volunteering with South Central MN Pride (lgbt-positive community organizing), crafting (knitting and embroidery, mostly) and my cat (Opal). Stop by sometime and say hello – I’d love to meet you!
Email: merlita.tiew@mnsu.edu
Hi! I’m Merlita Tiew, sometimes people call me Merl. I am an international student. I was born and raised in Malaysia. I speak four languages (i.e., English, Malay, Mandarin and Tamil). I’m a second year graduate student in the Counseling and Student Personnel Department in the College Student Affairs track. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology from MSU. I enjoy traveling and meeting people from all around the world. Also, I love movies, American Idol, Formula One, Us Weekly, and last but not least, my family and cat (Ruby). I’m a returning graduate assistant at the Women’s Center. I coordinate programs like Love Your Body Day, Health and Wellness Fair, Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Lecture and so on. I enjoy working at the center with a group of strong and empowering women. We are like a family and I hope to see you guys could be part of it too.
Email: lue.vang@mnsu.edu
Hello all! My name is Lue Vang, but friends call me Luey. I’m a workstudy student for the Women’s Center. I am enjoying my 2nd yr working in the Women’s Center. Deirdre, my boss, always makes everyday fun and interesting. Women’s Center has expanded my understanding of women and the mountains that they face. I’ve just always been a cheerleader for the underdog. I’m finally legal! To be a full grown adult that is. My soul is the ambassador of sports. I grew up playing all sorts of sports. I love playing soccer, so if you’re a soccer player who wants to learn some tricks or needs a challenge just give me a hollar.
