NeuroPride
Our Team.
Our dedicated team is the core of our organization. Committed to our mission and values, each staff member brings unique perspectives and skills, working collaboratively to support our community. Our staff members are expected to embody the organization's values and mission. As a fully student-run organization, we empower each other to foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Together, we strive to make a positive impact and work towards an equitable and inclusive community.
Tatianna
Any/All
Organization Chair
Hi! I'm Tatianna Hines, a junior undergraduate student majoring in Computer Science with certificates in Japanese and Data Science. As a neurodivergent person myself, with a neurodivergent family, I am passionate about creating community on campus for neurodivergent students as well as helping them find the resources and support they need to have a happy campus and post college life. I am especially passionate about creating spaces for neurodivergent POC who are navigating finding support or diagnosis as cultural or familial barriers often exist for us. In addition to working with NeuroPride, I actually work at Gordon Dining and Event Center so if you ever see me there feel free to say "hi"!
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Sam
She/They
Community Coordinator
My name is Sam Rhody (she/her/they). I am a sophomore from northwest Indiana studying Animal and Veterinary Biosciences and Biochemistry with certificates in Mathematics and German and hope to become a mixed animal veterinarian. Outside of school, I also am active in several other clubs (like Sex Out Loud and Language Connect) and enjoy playing guitar, crocheting, and reading. Here, I hope to be able to help those who are part of the neurodivergent community as I know many of the struggles that can occur when you don't have that help available.
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Lainey
She/Her
Outreach & Marketing Coordinator
Hi, my name is Lainey and I am a sophomore studying Genetics and Disability Rights & Services. My passion for neurodivergent advocacy comes from growing up in a family of wonderful neurodivergent people, and I am so excited to be a part of a team that helps make college life a little easier for neurodivergent students on campus. I am all about finding community and I strive to create a space where anyone can feel safe and connect with others! I am always happy to listen so feel free to reach out for anything!
Ethan
He/Him
Financial Coordinator
Hey all! My name is Ethan Olson, I'm an oncoming Senior at UW-Madison studying Economics & Educational Policy Studies, as well as obtaining certification in Data Science and Accounting Fundamentals. Beyond academics, I serve as a representative for the School of Education as part of ASM and a member of the Economic Student Association. In my free time, I enjoy skating and spontaneous weekend trips to Devil's Lake. As someone with neurodivergent family members currently undergoing their own journeys to finding safe-spaces within education, I’m thrilled and honored to contribute to NeuroPride’s work here on campus through my role in managing finances.
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Manya
She/Her
NeuroPride Facilitator
​Hi!! My name is Manya Dhody, and I’m an undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison majoring in Neurobiology with a certificate in Data Science. I’m really interested in understanding how the brain works and how we can use data to better explore complex neural systems and behavior. I’m passionate about supporting others in their academic and personal journeys, especially when it comes to navigating challenges and finding strategies that work for them. I value creating inclusive and welcoming spaces where people feel comfortable asking questions, sharing their experiences, and being themselves. I’m always happy to listen, offer support, or just chat—feel free to reach out anytime!
Peyton
She/Her
NeuroPride Facilitator
Hi, my name is Peyton Walkup and I am a junior at UW-Madison studying psychology. Through my own experiences navigating academic challenges, I have become passionate about advocating for neurodivergent students and promoting educational equity. I care deeply about fostering a welcoming, creative, and supportive community on campus where everyone feels comfortable being themselves. I love to travel, meet new people, and I am excited to help create a space on campus where students feel better connected and understood!
Rachel
They/Them
NeuroPride Facilitator
Hi, I'm Rachel (they/them). I am a PhD student in Microbiology and proudly queer, trans, Asian, and autistic. I am excited to guide fellow neurodivergent students in navigating campus life as well as the interpersonal. If you've ever felt like you don't belong because of the way that you exist, sense, and relate to the world, I am here to say you're not alone, I am so happy you're here, and you're part of a group of people who I believe will change the world :)