Taylor Stokes
Director
taylorwstokes@ufl.edu

In my role as Director of Beyond120, I am committed to creating pathways for CLAS students to design a professional life that has meaning, purpose, and impact. I deeply believe learning through experience is transformative. Experiences in my life have shaped my career path including involvement in athletics, international travel, and conducting leadership development research. Prior to joining the Beyond120 team, I worked in colleges and universities, both domestic and international, in areas including leadership development, community engagement, service-learning, career development, entrepreneurial and social impact partnerships between businesses and the university, student housing, student success, and student-athlete advising. In my free time, you can find me in a yoga class, exploring local food spots with my husband, or chasing our two young daughters around Gainesville.

Christine Richmond
Associate Director, Senior Lecturer
crichmond@advising.ufl.edu

Hi, I’m Christine and I’m a faculty member in the Beyond120 program for Global Engagement. I’m happy to say I’ve always been a Gator and earned both degrees here. I’m a program director for many of our Beyong120 Internship and shadowing programs and have helped lead Beyond120 excursions both in the U.S. and internationally. I went through most of my time as an undergraduate student in CLAS completely undecided about my career path, so I can relate to students who have not yet discovered what they want to do. If only the Beyond120 program had been around when I was a student! Through experiences like traveling, teaching, and taking on a variety of jobs I finally discovered that I love working with college students. In my free time I’m a mom, photographer, and I spend most Saturdays photographing and exercising animals at Alachua County Animal Resources or volunteering at rescue adoption events.

Experiential Learning Memory: When I was in my third year at UF I was the first in my family to go abroad to study in Tanzania. After studying Swahili, I wanted to practice my language skills and learn more about African culture, history, and society. It was a life-changing experience that not only instilled in me a love of travel but opened my eyes to issues such as race and privilege, gender inequity, genocide, and the battle against HIV/AIDS. I’m still learning from the experience, even years later, and I encourage every student to include an international experience into their time as an undergraduate.

Aimée Bourassa
Lecturer and Internship Coordinator
aimeebourassa@advising.ufl.edu

Aimée coordinates the Beyond120 internship program and collaborates with several partners to create, promote, and increase access to rewarding internship opportunities. As a lecturer, she also helps develop and offer career readiness courses, experiences, and advising for undergraduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Before coming to UF, Aimée completed a Ph.D. in Political Science at Brown University, where she also designed and taught multidisciplinary college courses. During this time, she developed a passion for supporting student academic, personal, and professional development by connecting scholarly discussions and skills with applied perspectives and experiences. At CLAS, Aimée strives to empower students with the resources to explore, learn, and succeed in their unique paths in college and beyond.
Courses: Professional Pathways in the Liberal Arts and Sciences (SLS1409); Internship (IDS4940); Careers for Social Impact (IDS4930); College Beyond Campus (IDS4930).

Robyn Clarke
Experiential Learning and Career Advisor
robyn.clarke@ufl.edu

As Beyond120’s experiential learning and career advisor, I connect students to the proper Beyond120 resources based upon their goals and interests as well as provide career planning guidance. I am also a proud double Gator. I earned my bachelor’s degree in sports media from UF’s College of Journalism and Communications and my master’s in Student Personnel in Higher Education from the College of Education. My goal as a professional is to always meet students where they are and cultivate an environment that allows them to show up authentically. As a young woman with cerebral palsy, I am particularly passionate about serving students with disabilities. When I am not working, I love to write, spend time with loved ones, and attend as many UF sporting events as possible!

Madelyn Diller
Communications Manager
mdiller@ufl.edu

Maddie graduated from the University of Florida College of Liberal Arts and Sciences with an undergraduate degree in Linguistics. After earning a Master’s degree from the University of Central Florida and spending time at Pennsylvania State University, she is thrilled to be partnering with Beyond120 in what feels like one of life’s “full circle” moments. Throughout her career, Maddie has explored a variety of academic and professional spaces, with work experiences which range from higher education, teacher education, and digital marketing. Having acquired expertise in student support services, intercultural communication, and digital communication strategies, this navigation between various sectors gives her a robust understanding of the plethora of opportunities available to CLAS students as a direct result of their education at UF. As Communications Manager, Maddie is looking forward to supporting students as they authentically share their stories and experiences and also to helping build recognition for Beyond120 as a leading voice in the experiential learning field. In her free time, you can find Maddie exploring Gainesville parks with her rescue pup, taking or teaching yoga classes, and enjoying the wonderful local farmers’ markets. 

Charlie Fanning, Ph.D.
Lecturer and Undergraduate Research Coordinator
c.fanning@ufl.edu

Charlie Fanning serves as the Lecturer and Undergraduate Research Coordinator for Beyond120 and is responsible for undergraduate research instruction and programming. He is committed to teaching innovative and practical courses, collaborating across CLAS to expand local, national, and international research opportunities, and advancing students’ research and career goals. Overall, he aims to connect teaching and research to real-world problems and to empower students to succeed in the workforce and make change in their communities. Prior to joining the Beyond120 team at UF, he earned his Ph.D. in History from the University of Maryland, College Park and worked in research positions in organized labor and the UN system. He also holds an MA from Georgetown University and a BA from Florida Southern College.

Brittany Grubbs-Hodges
Assistant Director for Experiential Learning, Lecturer
brittanygrubbs@advising.ufl.edu

Brittany Grubbs-Hodges serves as a lecturer and Assistant Director of Experiential Learning for the Beyond120 program. She began her academic journey as a transfer student to the University of Central Florida. Brittany eventually became a double Gator, having received her master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Florida. Brittany enjoys assisting students with their academic and career transitions, whether that be applying for admission to graduate or professional school, gaining an internship, or acquiring a full-time job. Outside of the office, Brittany enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling to new places, and relaxing at home with a good book.
Courses: Professional Pathways in the Liberal Arts and Sciences (SLS1409), Strategic Self-Marketing in the Liberal Arts and Sciences (SLS3342), and Industry Insights (IDS4930)

Dylan King
Lecturer, Global Engagement
dsking@ufl.edu

Hi! I’m Dylan, and I’m a lecturer for the Beyond120 program, where I focus on global engagement. I also serve as the director for several of our Beyond120 internship and shadowing programs, helping students gain real-world experience and expand their global perspectives.

My journey to Beyond120 is rooted in my passion for music! I hold both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in music, with a focus on flute performance. So, how did I get here? While pursuing my passion for music during my undergrad, I also gained valuable experience through work-study positions in admissions for the university and the School of Music. This hands-on work laid the foundation for my graduate assistantship in admissions and student services at UF’s School of Music, which ultimately led to my career as a CLAS academic advisor—and now, to my role in Beyond120. I believe that everything you do, both in and outside the classroom, is an opportunity to develop the skills needed for a wide variety of careers. I’m here to help you unlock your full potential, both at UF and beyond!

When I’m not working with students, you’ll find me playing flute with the Gainesville Orchestra and the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. I also direct the Gainesville Flute Ensemble (flutists of all levels are welcome to join!) and currently serve as the program chair for the Florida Flute Association. Outside of music, I enjoy spending time with my partner, two dogs, cat, and snake.

Bobbi Knickerbocker
Pre-Professional, Senior Lecturer
Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate (PHPB) Program Director
rknicker@advising.ufl.edu

Before joining UF in 2008, Bobbi built her career as a registered nurse and hospice chaplain. These roles endowed her with a deep empathy for patient care and an understanding of the healthcare industry’s complexities. In addition, with 17 years of prehealth advising, Bobbi is expanding her ability to empower both undergraduate and non-traditional pre-health students to also support pre-law students. With a pre-professional focus, Bobbi supports student development and helps them fulfill prerequisites or essential experiences for applying to professional graduate programs. She also designs specialized coursework for pre-professional undergraduate students. Bobbi continues to serve as director of the Pre-Health Post-Bac (PHPB) program, leveraging her extensive 38-year background in healthcare.

Courses: Introduction to the Pre-Health Process, Human Dimensions of Healthcare

Christina Mattern
Partnership & Industry Engagement Specialist
christinamattern@ufl.edu

Christina serves as the Partnership & Industry Engagement Specialist for the Beyond120 team. She is also a proud Double Gator completing her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and her Master of Arts in Education in Student Personnel in Higher Education. Christina began her higher education career working in the Office of Admissions at both Santa Fe College and the University of Florida before transitioning to her current role with Beyond 120. Through her work, she enjoys assisting students in experiential learning opportunities by connecting industry partners with Beyond 120 and CLAS. Outside of the office, she is a passionate Gator Sports Fan and enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter enjoying all that north central Florida has to offer.

Chelsea McCall
Office Manager
chelseamccall@ufl.edu

Hello, I’m Chelsea, the Office Manager for Beyond120. I’m a recent Florida transplant coming all the way from the Pacific Northwest. I attended a small Liberal Arts school called Whitworth University in Spokane, WA. As I entered the workforce, I felt lost and I tried a lot of jobs even working as a flight attendant. Honestly, it took me almost a decade post-college to figure out what I wanted to do for a job. To say I would have benefited from a program like Beyond120 is an understatement. I truly believe having tangible experiences that happen outside of the classroom can help point students in a direction that allows them to become who they are in a deep way.  My hope for this program is to connect as many CLAS students with meaningful experiences that mold them into global citizens.

When I’m not working, you’ll find my husband and I at Disney World, exploring Florida with our dogs, or traveling the world.

Experiential Learning Memory: My upbringing was shaped by adventurous parents who instilled a love for travel. One vivid memory from my childhood is living aboard the floating university known as Semester at Sea, where my father served as the Dean of Students. Together, we explored nine different countries, spending brief but impactful periods in each port. I recall navigating winding streets of handmade goods, while marveling at the cultural diversity around me, especially the differences between myself and the local children we encountered. These experiences, including many others over the years, have fostered in me a deep sense of curiosity and wonder for the world.