Take a few moments to learn about our Steppin’ Out leaders who will be supporting you on this adventure. Sarah Schneider, Asst Dir of SEAL, serves as the professional staff lead for the Steppin' Out program and the whole of the Outdoor Program. Her bio is here.
Savanna Starks (she/her)
- Year
- 2024
- Hometown
- Southern California
- Major
- Theater design
Interesting personal fact
I studied abroad in Japan last semester! Steppin Out has always been a great experience for me as a leader and participant! I want to help welcome new students to Willamette and make a memorable experience for them.
Cassie Segura (she/her)
- Year
- 2025
- Hometown
- Austin, Texas
- Major
- Psychology Major
- Minor
- Sociology Minor
Interesting personal fact
I have a fish named Gus and a snail named Cosmo.
Caerwyn Nelson (they/them)
- Year
- 2024
- Hometown
- Tacoma, WA
- Major
- Environmental Science B.S.
Interesting personal fact
I play roller derby! I love to be outdoors and share those experiences with others!
Kira Grimes (she/they)
- Year
- 2026
- Hometown
- Los Angeles, California
- Major
- Public Health Major
- Minor
- Japanese Minor
Interesting personal fact
I used to play water polo! Doing the backpacking jumpstart program was a game changer for my transition to college. I loved getting to know my leaders and meeting new people in my grade level and that's the kind of environment I want to foster for future students.
Ingrid Aosved (she/her)
- Year
- 2024
- Hometown
- Blaine, WA
- Major
- Environmental Science
Interesting personal fact
I've had a bowl cut for the past 3 years! I really enjoyed my pre-orientation experience and I am excited to help students build a support system so they can feel confident joining the Willamette community!
Con Hemmer (she/her)
- Year
- 2026
- Hometown
- Lincoln, Nebraska
- Major
- CCM
- Minor
- Environmental Science & Sustainability
Interesting personal fact
Over the summer I’m working as a rock climbing guide in Alaska! My Steppin Out experience helped me so much with my transition to college, and I wanted to help provide that for other students. It’s also just a lot of fun to explore Oregon!
Mollie McGibbon (she/her)
- Year
- 2025
- Hometown
- Seattle, WA
- Major
- Spanish & Biochemistry
Interesting personal fact
I am incredible at taking naps. I will fall asleep anytime, anywhere, and waking me up from a nap is a position you never want to find yourself in. I chose to become a Steppin Out leader because I believe that this program has the ability to have long-lasting and profound impacts on its participants. I love being involved in the Outdoor Program because it is fun, rewarding, and challenging.
Harlow Lawson (they/them)
- Year
- 2026
- Hometown
- Las Vegas, NV
- Major
- Environmental Science
- Minor
- American Ethnic Studies
Interesting personal fact
I have a 45 lb dorm dog named Bandit. (Yes in honor of the dad from Bluey). I absolutely love the outdoors and want to help first years feel more comfortable before starting school!