Announcing the 2025–26 BU Women’s Guild Board and Committee Members
The Boston University Women’s Guild (BUWG) is pleased to announce our 2025–26 Executive Board and Committee Members. As we enter our 70th year, we continue to build on a proud tradition of service, scholarship, and community.
Since 1955, the Guild has brought together faculty, staff, alumni, and friends to support the advancement of women at BU. Through philanthropic giving and community-driven programming, we create opportunities to connect across disciplines and generations—raising funds for graduate student awards, honoring the achievements of women in our community, and fostering spaces for dialogue, learning, and leadership.
We are deeply grateful to the following individuals who will serve in leadership roles this year. Their commitment and collaboration are essential to continuing the Guild’s impact across campus and beyond.
2025–26 Executive Board Officers
- President: Suzanne Maselli
- First Vice President: Mumtaz Badshah Brown
- Second Vice President: Jennifer Lloyd
- Treasurer: Korinne Dizon
- Secretary: Holly Conviser
Administrative support for BUWG is provided by Jenna Van Buskirk, Administrative Coordinator in the Office of the Provost.
Committees and Members
Women of Color Circle
Creates space for connection, mentorship, and advocacy for women of color at BU.
- Co-Chairs: Jennifer Lloyd, Kadambari Rawal
- Secretary: Seferine Baez
- Communications: Tasha Coughlin
- Recruiting: Rachelle Joseph
- Members: Tahlia Bragg, Karen Coleman, Kadambari Rawal
Awards Committee
Oversees the selection and administration of the BUWG Graduate Student Awards.
- Co-Chairs: Elizabeth Flagg & Folake Stephanie Atchade
- Members: Seferine Baez, Beverly Brown, Zephyre “Tess” Carrington, Holly Conviser, Shayne Deal, Krystie Dickson, Mary McCabe, Samantha Khosla, Kadambari Rawal
Communications Committee
Manages Guild communications, newsletters, and digital storytelling.
- Chair: Maureen McCarthy
- Members: Sam Macriss, McKayla Richardson, Carolina Gonzalez-Aller Winslow
Development Committee
Leads fundraising efforts in support of BUWG programming and student awards.
- Chair: Patricia MacKinnon
- Members: Elizabeth Flagg, Amanda Urias
Finance Committee
Provides budget planning and financial oversight in coordination with the Treasurer.
- Chair: Korinne Dizon
- Members: Suzanne Kennedy, Caitlin (Cady) Steinberg
Fisk House Committee
Supports the preservation and programming of BU’s historic Fisk House.
- Co-Chairs: Jana Mulkern & Aliyah Phipps
- Members: Beverly Brown, Elizabeth Flagg, Nancy Geourntas, Kara Mullen
Governance Committee
Advises on bylaws, nominations, and board development.
- Chair: Samantha Khosla
- Members: Debbie Bazarsky, Beverly Brown, Irene Dennison
Membership Committee
Drives recruitment, engagement, and retention of Guild members.
- Chair: Mumtaz Badshah Brown
- Secretary (per bylaws): Holly Conviser
- Members: Kabrina Chang, Helen Flagg, Rachelle Joseph, Mariana Stoyancheva, LaNeia Thomas, Nicole Yalamanchili
Programming Committee
Plans educational, cultural, and networking events for Guild members and guests.
- Co-Chairs: Hannah Emmert & Maria Ober
- Members: Amanda Urias
Each of these members plays a vital role in shaping the year ahead. Their passion and leadership ensure the Guild remains a dynamic space for connection, recognition, and impact. We invite you to learn more, get involved, and be part of this extraordinary community at bu.edu/womensguild.