Mentor Bios

Hello everyone, I’m Melody Akindele, from Laurel, Maryland. A few things about me are, I plan on becoming a Physician Assistant for pediatric one day. I love to travel and do hair. A quote I would leave with you is, “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me”- Philippians 4:13.

Work Hours:
Monday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am-12:00 pm


My name is Alexa Beauford. I grew up in Pasadena, Md. I am a part of the Fly Gurlz & Fly Guyz cheerleading team. I am also a member of Cheer Phi Hawks with the positions of Secretary and Treasurer. I major in biology. In my wanting to help others, I plan to work amongst the healthcare professionals as an Optometrist. Being an Optometrist, I will have lasting impacts on the lives of others. In addition, having the gratification of seeing patients vision go from blurred to clear.

Work Hours:
Tuesday:          10:40 am – 1:30 pm
Thursday:        10:40 am – 1:30 pm
Friday:             2:00 pm – 3:00 pm


Hi, my name is Trinity Bomar, and I am a CAAS Mentor. I am a sophomore, majoring in Biology. With this degree, I aspire to be a pharmacist and work to give back to the community that has helped me achieve my academic goals. I come from a big family, however not many took a career in pharmaceuticals. Since I have decided to be a pharmacist, I have seen a new aspect of the medical field. For this school year, my academic goals are to maintain a good GPA and work on my time management skills.

Work Hours:
Monday:          4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tuesday:          10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wednesday:    4:00 pm – 7:00 pm


My name is Shaliyah Cooper-Bey and I am a junior at UMES. I will be obtaining my Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Psychology in 2025. My career goals are to practice psychological testing in clinical settings. Outside of school I am a Fly Gurlz & Fly Guyz Cheerleader.

Work Hours:
Monday:          11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Thursday:        9:30 am – 12:30 pm & 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm


My name is Cory Duvall, I am nineteen years old and I’m from Baltimore Maryland. My major is Mechanical Engineering and my classification is a sophomore. I’m a part of the honors program and in the National Society of Leadership and Success. My goal is to become a mechanical engineer and have my own mechanical engineering business.

Work Hours:
Monday:          4:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesday:    4:30 pm – 8:00 pm


Hi, my name is Destiny Emuze. I’m a Sophomore and I major in Rehabilitation Psychology. I’m Nigerian and grew up in Ontario, Canada. I’m a part of UMES’s track and field team and mainly run the 400m and 800m. After graduating, I plan to work towards a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling at UMES and aim to become a child psychologist and youth counselor. My hobbies include reading, drawing, and playing strategic video games like Pokémon. 

Work Hours:
Tuesday:  4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday: 5:00pm -8:00 pm


My name is Taira Ford. My major is biology and my personal goal is to attend medical school in Washington D.C., so that I can further my career.

Work Hours:
Monday:          6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday:          4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Wednesday:    6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday:        5:00 pm – 6:30 pm


Hello, My name is Erik Hatcher Jr. I am a sophomore majoring in Business Administration. I enjoy relaxing, hanging out with friends, and exploring rural areas. “Learning and Understanding doesn’t have an age limit.”

Work Hours:

Monday:          5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tuesday:          3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Wednesday:    5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Thursday:        3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Friday:             10:30 am – 11:30 am


My name is Alima Johnson and I’m currently a Junior that double majors in Sociology and Social Work. I’m from Prince George’s County, Maryland, but now I’m starting my career in Princess Anne with a focus on Correctional Social Work. Aside from CAAS, I work in Res Life as a Senior Resident Assistant. I enjoy cooking, music, and talking to my nephew. I also work alongside my maltipoo puppy, Chanel, who loves her green bone.

Work Hours:
Monday:          5:00 pm – 8:00 pm


Hello everyone! My name is Elise Johnson and I am a senior from Chicago, IL. My major is applied design with a concentration of graphic illustration while minoring in Spanish. I enjoy music, video games, golf, and shotput. I will be tutoring Spanish this semester and can’t wait to work with you.

Work Hours:
Monday:          4:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesday:   4:30 pm – 8:00 pm


My name is Cheyenne Murdaugh and I’m from Virginia, but I attended high-school in Australia. I lived there for four and a half years. I have four siblings, one brother and three sisters. I love reading, animation, acting and music. I hope that by the end of my career here, I’ll be on my way to becoming a Marine Biologist.

Work Hours:
Tuesday:          4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Thursday:        4:00 pm – 7:30 pm


My name is Odochi Nwokochah, and I was born in Nashville, Tennessee, but raised in various parts of the United States. I currently reside in California. As a senior at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, I am pursuing a degree in exercise science with a concentration in health fitness. My ultimate goal is to become an occupational therapist, specializing in working with children who have special needs. I find immense joy and fulfillment in helping others, and I believe that through occupational therapy, I can make a meaningful impact in the lives of these children.

Work Hours:
Monday:          2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Wednesday:    2:00 pm – 7:00 pm


Hello my name is Kimberley Robinson. I’m from Mount Vernon, NY. My major is Sociology/ Social Work and my career aspiration is to become a therapist.

Work Hours:
Tuesday:          3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Thursday:        3:00 pm – 6:00 pm


My name is Kennedi Scott. I am a Senior at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. My major is Exercise Science with a concentration in Fitness and Wellness. After graduation I plan to get my Masters in Health Science to become a Health Care Administrator for the Federal Government.

Work Hours:
Wednesday:    4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday:        5:00 pm – 8:00 pm


Hello, my name is Tiease Smith and I am from Baltimore, Maryland. I am a senior majoring in Biochemistry at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. I aspire to attend grad school to further my research in Biochemistry. A career goal of mine is to become a researcher in medicine and or a biochemist. I look forward to being a pioneer for the freshman with CAAS!

Work Hours:
Tuesday:          1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Thursday:        6:00 pm – 8:00 pm


My name is Zachary Solembrino. After I complete my Bachelor’s degree in Finance, I plan on taking the LSAT and then attending law school. After I graduate law school, I plan on going into the Airforce and serving as a Judicial Advocate’s General, serving as legal defense for Airforce personnel. My non-school related hobbies mostly include, reading, writing, watching football, hockey or baseball, learning about finance, or collecting sports cards. There is one quote that I live by, and it is “What does not kill me makes me stronger,” Friedrich Nietzsche!

Work Hours:
Monday:          9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Friday:              9:30 am – 1:00 pm


My name is Renaldo Tull Jr. but you can call me RJ. Matthew 19:26 says “With God Anything is Possible.” This verse lives in my heart because I have witnessed God make the impossible possible in my life. I am from Seaside, Virginia located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. I am a criminal justice major with inspirations to become a criminal defense attorney in the future. I am also a short sprinter on the track and field team. I chose to become a mentor to show the next generation that With God Anything is Possible.

Work Hours:
Tuesday:          11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday:        9:00 am – 1:00 pm


My name is Ihechukwu Usoh, but I also go by Elo. I am a junior majoring in Digital Media Studies. My career aspiration is to become a journalist after UMES. My motto is: Be yourself 🙂

Work Hours:
Tuesday:          6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday:        6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday:             10:00 am – 12:00 pm



I am Angelica Vilorio, a proud Puerto Rican by birth and Dominican by blood. I hope to become one of the few Hispanic Rehabilitation Counselors, specialized in psychological concepts, for all the people who just need that extra support!

Work Hours:
Monday:          3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tuesday:         11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday:        11:00 am – 1:00 pm



Hi! My name is Brionna Wingate and I was born and raised in Baltimore Maryland. I am a senior at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, majoring in Business Administration. I really enjoy being able to help others and provide knowledge that will help with their college journey. I look forward to working with the freshman class here in CAAS!

Work Hours:
Wednesday:    1:30 pm – 3:30 pm



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