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Alumni Spotlight
Riley Smithey
Riley Smithey is a member of the 2015 graduating class and spent her senior year in Phi Alpha Omega as the esteemed Philanthropy Chair. After Flagler College, Smithey continued her journey at Appalachian State University where she achieved her Master of Arts in Higher Education. There Smithey became a part of the institution as the Assistant Director of Enrollment Communications and CRM Solutions. Her favorite Phi Alpha memory was volunteering to build houses for Habitat for Humanity, as well as being an emcee for Bachelor Bid two years in a row.
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"When coursework was overwhelming, it was always the fun and philanthropic moments with my sisters that made it all worth it!” - Smithey.​​​
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Phi Alpha loves you, Riley!
Education
Hailey Fletcher
B.A Education
Secretary 2012, 2013 + President 2014
Fletcher works as a 5th Grade Teacher at Issaquah School District
"Phi Alpha Omega gave me the most meaningful friendships at Flagler. My “Big” was my wedding officiant last year!"
Philadelphia Zimmerman
B.A Secondary Education
Philanthropy 2009, 2010 + President 2011
Zimmerman works as the Associate Director of Admission Visitor Services at Flagler College
"Joining Phi Alpha Omega is your opportunity to build lifelong friendships, grow as a person and leader, and be a part of a sisterhood that feels like home."
Riley Smithey
M.A Higher Education
Philanthropy 2015
Smithey works as the Assistant Director of Enrollment Communications and CRM Solutions at Appalachian State University
"Phi Alpha Omega allowed me the opportunity to grow additional skills outside of the classroom and make connections that have stayed with me to this day!"
Corey Clement
B.A Elementary Education
Clement works as a realtor at Watson Realty Corp
"The sisterhood was something I wasn't really expecting. I had so much fun going through rush week and getting adopted into the beast family!"
Law & Legal Studies
Brittany Rubino
Juris Doctorate
Treasurer 2010, 2011
Rubino works as an attorney in the Office of General Counsel for the City of Jacksonville
"PAO was and always will be a treasured time in my life. Not only did I meet so many incredible women through this organization, this organization helped me grow into a confident woman myself."
Michele Lachner
M.A Juris - In Progress
Lachner is a youth soccer coach with Warner Soccer/ASG and is currently obtaining a M.A in Juris at Florida State University
"Joining Phi Alpha Omega is an amazing way to make new friends that will truly turn into forever sisters. It is a great way to get involved at Flagler College and give back to the St. Augustine community as well."
Business & Management
Nicole Fruscella
B.A Business Administration
Fruscella works as a Senior Business Operations Associate
"You will truly make life long friends!"
Mattison Hansen
B.A Communication, M.S Communication Management-Business - In Progress
Hansen works as the Media Relations Specialist at the University of North Florida and is currently obtaining a M.S in Communication Management - Business at UNF
"Since I stepped foot on campus, Phi Alpha Omega was a major part of my Flagler College experience. I was just looking for somewhere to belong when I first joined, but I left with memories, life-long friends and the confidence to take on the next adventure."
Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
Barbara-Laine Swails
B.A Psychology
Associate Advisor 2016, 2017
Swails works as the Operations Assistant for The Hyppo
"Phi alpha was one of my best decisions in college, not only did I meet some of my best friends (and convince a few to join along the way), but I was able to involve myself in the St. Augustine community."
Hailey Mitchell
B.A Psychology
"It’s a great group of people and an easy way to make a lot of friends!"
Alexandra Cooley
M.S Applied Behavioral Analysis
Cooley works as a Behavior Analyst at First Coast Autism LLC
"Bachelor Bid was hands-down my favorite memory every year—it was the perfect mix of fun, friendly chaos, and a great cause. Watching everyone come together to raise money for charity while having an absolute blast made it unforgettable every time."
Communications, Journalism, & Media
Lilly Dietz
B.A Digital Media Production and Journalism
Dietz works as the Social Content Producer & Analytics Contractor for Florisocial Marketing
"Phi Alpha Omega is more than an organization, it's a family. I have met some of my closest friends through PAO and I am so glad I joined! This organization taught me how to break out of my shell and become confident in myself and everything I do. My best advice I could ever give to a prospective member is JOIN you wont regret it!"
Jessie Hoffman
PhD Strategic Communication
Hoffman works as the Co-Director of the Social Media Listening Center and Lecturer at Clemson University
"If you’re looking for a way to give back and get involved in your community, Phi Alpha Omega is a great place to start. Also, take the leap if you're nervous—you might end up finding lifelong friends along the way."
Arts & Design
Alexi Felker
B.A Art History and History
Felker works as a Museum Technician at Southeast Museum of Photography
"Phi Alpha is an amazing group of people to spend your college years with and you will make lifelong friends. My Big was one of my bridesmaids, so you will carry your PAO Family with you for life!"
Nicole Shoff
B.A Graphic Design
Shoff works as a Wellness sale associate at beem light sauna and as a freelance graphic designer
"Bid Day was the start of something so special—it was filled with so much excitement, laughter, and the feeling of finally finding where I belonged. I remember the energy, the joy, and thinking, “These are going to be my people.” And I was right."
Catie Oheler
B.A English and Advertising
Associate Advisor 2023, President 2024
"Phi Alpha Omega gave me a home away from home, the girls in this organization showed me love and encouragement every day for four years and for that I am utterly grateful!"
Hospitality & Tourism
Kirsten Bodle
M.S Hospitality and Tourism Management
Bodle works as the Front Office Manager at the Conrad Orlando at Evermore
"Joining Phi Alpha Omega has made me lifelong friends."
Sports Management
Anastasia Geoffroy
B.A Sports Management
Philanthropy 2021
Geoffroy works as the Digital Partnership Management Coordinator at PGA TOUR
"My favorite memory was from induction when I got pinned by my big and pinned my little. It’s a great time to come together at the end of the year to celebrate a wonderful year of memories, philanthropy and friendship."
Library & Information Science
Shannon Levey
M.A Library Science
Levey is currently a full time graduate student
"Phi Alpha Omega is the most welcoming and supportive community I have ever had the privilege of being a part of. The connections and memories I made during my time at Flagler through Phi Alpha Omega will last a lifetime."
Environmental Science
Nina Johnson
B.S Coastal Environmental Science
Vice President 2023
Johnson works as a lead photographer
"My favorite PAO memory was getting my little Paige! She has been the best thing to come out of PAO and becoming one of my most loyal, trustworthy friends. Forever to have gotten her and many other beautiful friends through Phi Alpha."
Liberal Arts / General
Kelly Weisbecker
B.A
Weisbecker works as a Group Sales Manager at Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville
"Not only did I find some of my closest friends, but it was also an incredible opportunity to connect with the community; giving back in meaningful ways while building a network that helped me grow both personally and professionally."
Julie Hart
B.A
Historian 2008
Hart works as an editor for The Laconia Daily Sun
"My sisters from Phi Alpha are ladies I still keep in touch with, almost 20 years later. We're still there for each other, no matter what. Through life changes, and challenges, both joys and tears, we're still putting sisters above any other."
Maren Meitzer
B.A
Historian 2017, 2018
Meitzer works as a Senior Account Manager at Bambiz
"Go for it! You will meet so many great women in the group and make lasting friendships. Some of my best friends today are the ones I met the first few weeks in Phi Alpha Omega."
Olivia Camarotti
B.A
Philanthropy 2023
Camarotti is a full time graduate student and working as a dance teacher
"Phi Alpha truly is a family, and I could not be prouder of the family I’ve gained from this sisterhood!"
Nicole Del Bene
B.A
Associate Advisor 2010, Philanthropist 2011, President 2012
Nicole works as the Senior Account Director at Ashfield MedComms
"Friendships that will last a lifetime"
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