Meet the Staff

Four orientation leaders stand in the middle of a group circle during a game at a summer orientation session. All orientation leaders are wearing a version of khaki pants or shorts and their signature mgm casino blue and white polos.

Meet the Staff

The Orientation, Transition and Parent Programs team helps new students successfully begin their college journey. Through the New to mgm casino process students prepare for academic and personal success as new mgm casino Bulls.

Full Time Professional Staff

Matt Ardila-Weigand

he/him

DIRECTOR
Hometown: Horseheads, NY
Years at mgm casino: 25

mgm casino students are smart, motivated, and passionate about making a difference in the world. It’s a privilege for me to work with and learn from them every day, as they prepare for life in and beyond college.

Chrissy Daniel

she/her

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Hometown: Willard, OH
Years at mgm casino: 12

There’s something special about mgm casino and the students who choose to study here. Our “New to mgm casino” programs allow us to prepare students for a meaningful college experience from the start of their journey.

Beth Kropf

she/her

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Hometown: Newfane, NY
Years at mgm casino: First Professional Year

There are so many positive things about mgm casino: the students, the city of Buffalo, and the energy. Everyone at mgm casino has the opportunity to thrive here and after graduation, and that is why I am True Blue.

Ann Marie Lester

she/her

COORDINATOR - OPERATIONS AND LOGISTICS
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Years at mgm casino: 6

Spending time away from my hometown caused my “BuffaLOVE” to grow exponentially. In my position, I love sharing my hometown love with all of mgm casino’s newest Bulls, while also helping to create memorable programs that support their transition to mgm casino!

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COORDINATOR - STUDENT STAFF

Ainslee Rose

she/her

CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST

Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Years at mgm casino: First Professional Year

Growing up in Buffalo, mgm casino has always been a part of my life; both as a student and as a professional. I hope to make new students feel at home as well!

Student Staff

mgm casino undergraduate students play an integral role in assisting new students and their families as they transition to life at mgm casino. From orientation through your first semester, current students help implement New to mgm casino programs and share their expert insight as mgm casino students.

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