Prevention, Advocacy, and Resource Center

Binta (she/her) is majoring in economics with a pre-health track. Binta's favorite activities are swimming and self-care. She also enjoys cooking and learning new recipes for her friends and family. As a PARC member, she hopes to offer anyone the support they need, whether that be through conversation or programming.

Binta is away from campus for the fall 2024 semester. 

Danna (she/her) is majoring in HSSP (health, science, society and policy) and Biology on the pre-health track. Outside of PARC, she has been singing and performing for over 12 years for community events and concerts in NYC, volunteers as as support group facilitator for ANAD, is a research assistant for a psych lab on campus, and more. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, strength training, tennis, caffeine, sudoku puzzles, and spending time with family and friends. She is excited to continue working as a CPE to educate, empower and establish a safe, supportive environment for those affected by violence.

Ella (she/her) is double majoring in Psychology and Art History with a minor in Arabic language. She can be found watching movies, reading a book, or doing yoga. Her favorite seasons are Autumn and Winter because according to her nothing is better than wearing a sweater. Ella is part of the PARC team to lend and ear and support all students across the Brandeis community.

Hedy (she/her) is from Princeton, NJ, and is majoring in Economics and Environmental Studies and minoring in Journalism. On campus, she also serves as a UDR, plays ultimate frisbee with Banshee, and writes for The Justice. In her free time, she can be found spending time in nature, reading, cooking, and going for runs. As a Confidential Peer Educator, she is honored to be part of a team that constructs a culture of safety and intervention through education and advocacy.

Isaac (he/him) is double majoring in Psychology and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality studies. Outside of PARC, he loves backpacking and climbing. In his free time, he enjoys to read and explore new places. He is thrilled to be a CPE for PARC, and is excited to provide support for his peers, and engage in efforts to make Brandeis a safer place.

Jessie (she/her) is from Brooklyn, NY, and is double majoring in psychology and education and minoring in sociology. Apart from PARC, Jessie teaches at a local synagogue's Hebrew school, volunteers with Waltham Group, and is in the Delta Phi Epsilon sorority. She loves to hang out with friends and read in her free time. Jessie is excited to be a part of PARC because she wants to help cultivate a safer campus environment and serve as a resource for other students.

Hi I'm Jovita (she/they)! I am a senior majoring in Neuroscience on the pre-dental track. I love driving, crocheting, going to concerts, and power lifting. I joined PARC to support and build a space safe for people affected by violence and be a resource for students of color.

Julia (she/her) is a junior majoring in sociology with a minor in English. She is an associate editor at the Justice newspaper and the communications director for the Brandeis Democrats. Julia is also an e-board member for C.A.R.E, where she educates the student body on the injustices of the prison system. Her favorite artist is Taylor Swift, and her favorite type of tea is Earl Grey. Julia also enjoys reading, watching tv, and spending time with her cat. Julia is so excited to be joining the PARC team this year as a Confidential Peer Educator and the Office Coordinator. She can't wait to continue to help the Brandeis community.

Khimaya or Khim (she/her) is from Kolkata, India, and is majoring in Neuroscience and Psychology. Outside of PARC she also works at SIMS and she is a part of South Asian Student Association's (SASA) Eboard. In her free time, she loves to watch sitcoms, run, and listen to music. Khimaya is excited to work at PARC hoping to be able to be a resource and support system to the Brandeis community while fostering a safer campus. आप मुझसे हिंदी में बात कर सकते हैं" "আপনি বাংলায় কথা বলতে পারেন

Maya (she, her, hers) is from Livingston, New Jersey, and is double majoring in Business and Psychology. She enjoys trying new restaurants, playing soccer, and going to the beach in her free time. As a confidential peer educator, Maya is excited to be a part of a team that helps, supports and advocates for all people in the Brandeis community.

Maya (she/her) is a senior from New Jersey, majoring in American Studies and Education. In her free time, Maya loves baking, reading, going to comedy shows, playing board games with friends, and exploring new things to do and places to go in Boston (and is always looking for recommendations!). She is so glad to be a part of the PARC team and work to make the Brandeis community safer and more supportive.

Sophie (she/her) is double majoring in Linguistics and Psychology. She is beyond honored to be a part of the PARC team and aid in empowering and securing the Brandeis community through education. Outside of PARC, she is a member of Adagio, an Orientation Leader, a Lurie Institute Fellow, and President of PAD. She is passionate about giving back to the community in any and all ways. She loves language, writing, baking, getting lost in nature, and bad comedy movies.

Spencer (he/him) is studying business and economics. He is from Long Island, New York. Outside of PARC, Spencer is a part of the Brandeis cross country/track and field team. He likes playing tennis, video games and filmmaking. He is thrilled to be a member of PARC and support the Brandeis community.

Zen (she/her) is a Computer Science major. In her free time, she loves to read, listen to music, bake, and hang out with friends. Zen is enthusiastic about educating and advocating for Brandeis students impacted by violence.