Undergraduate School of Nursing

Primary Senator

Courtney Cohen
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Undergraduate School of Nursing
ccohen@umaryland.edu

Courtney Cohen is a fourth-year BSN student at the University of Maryland. She completed her pre-nursing studies at the University of Maryland, College Park in College Park, MD. Currently, Courtney serves as the President of the NSNA chapter on the Universities of Shady Grove Campus, the University of Maryland Association of Student Nurses (UMANS), and she also serves as a Peer Academic Leader. Courtney works as a student nurse in a Cardiac Medical ICU in Washington, D.C., and volunteers with healthcare initiatives to support underserved populations. As a USGA member, Courtney aims to represent nursing students' perspectives, foster a supportive environment, and enhance student engagement through interprofessional collaboration. When Courtney is not busy studying, she enjoys hiking, weightlifting, and testing out new recipes.

General Senators

Rachel Ritter

Rachel Ritter
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Undergraduate School of Nursing
rmritter@umaryland.edu

Rachel Ritter is senior year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) student at the School of Nursing. Rachel earned an ADN Degree in Registered Nursing from Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, Maryland. Currently, Rachel works as a Registered Nurse and practices her practicum in Community Health at University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore. As a Senator representing the Undergraduate School of Nursing, Rachel hopes to represent underserved populations and advocate for the local community. Rachel is a proud member of the USGA's Campus Advocacy Committee. When Rachel is not busy studying, she enjoys playing video games and playing with her dog Rosie, and cat Luigi.

Jinwei Gu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
RN-BSN
Undergraduate School of Nursing
jinwei.gu@umaryland.edu

Aya Hemsas
Pronouns: 
Undergraduate School of Nursing
ahemsas@umaryland.edu

Lily Ogunbode
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Undergraduate School of Nursing
eogunbode@umaryland.edu

My name is Elizabeth Ogunbode, but I go by Lily. I am currently a 3rd semester nursing student in a BSN program. I previously earned an Associate's degree in Biology from Prince George's Community College. As a member of the Student Health and Wellness Advisory Board for URecFit, I work to address concerns and bring forward ideas that promote mental health and well-being across our campus. In addition, as a senator, I strive to represent my colleagues by voicing their concerns and collaborating with diverse groups to find effective solutions. In my free time, I enjoy writing poetry and spending time with my dog, TJ.

Jemima Olufade

Jemima Olufade
Pronouns: 
Undergraduate School of Nursing
jemima.olufade@umaryland.edu