Meet the Team

Pronouns: She, her, hers

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Futuristic, Empathy, Individualization, Belief, Connectedness

After graduating in finance from the University of Louisville, Leyou worked in corporate training and development at Allstate Insurance. There, Leyou facilitated learning sessions on career paths and leadership for 1000+ employees in the Southern Region. She then began pursuing her MBA while working for Admissions at Sullivan University in Louisville, KY. From there, Leyou worked in Employer Relations for the Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies candidates. In this role, she delivered presentations related to career readiness, such as resumes and networking, and cultivated many relationships with employers in the community. She lives by Verna Myers’ quote that “diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance” and strives to show that through her work. Leyou is excited to be in a role at Dartmouth that supports and encourages all student populations. She is a member of the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Pronouns: She, her, hers

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Input, Individualization, Intellection, Empathy, Relator

With over seven years of experience working in higher education career services at New England College and Oregon State University – Cascades, Meghan is a career development professional passionate about helping college students navigate their unique pathways from college to career. A former recruiter, she is familiar with a wide variety of career pathways and is uniquely positioned to share a “behind the scenes” look at the hiring process, helping take the mystery out of job searching while inspiring confidence. Over the span of her career in higher education, Meghan has developed and taught three undergraduate and graduate-level courses on career planning, job search strategies, and professional skill development; and specializes in career and major exploration, resume development, interview preparation, personal branding, and career services programming. She believes strongly that intentional self-reflection is at the heart of all career planning activities, and is eager to support all Dartmouth students in achieving their personal and professional goals. An avid adventurer, Meghan enjoys snowboarding, hiking and backpacking her way through the NH 48 four-thousand footers, watching live music, and traveling with her family.

Pronouns: He, him, his

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Empathy, Developer, Ideation, Individualization, Maximizer

Eric works with all students. Prior to joining the Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD) several years ago, Eric worked for the Positive Coaching Alliance, a non-profit founded at Stanford University that focuses on developing better athletes and better people through positive and character-building experiences. A former Division I ice hockey player at Brown, Eric has also continued to work in sports television production, which began for three decades, including coverage of eight Olympic Games including the Paris 2024 Summer Games, as well as the NFL, NBA, MLB and the NHL. He has won four Emmys for his TV work.

Pronouns: He, him, his

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Empathy, Intellection, Connectedness, Strategic, Relator

With 20 years of experience in higher education as an art professor, faculty member, student mentor, and advisor at The University of Alabama and Russell Sage College, Chris utilizes a student-centered approach that acknowledges the whole person, placing emphasis on personal vision, values, and goals. He brings familiarity with alternative career pathways, having been steeped in a liberal arts background both personally and professionally. In addition to helping students achieve their goals, Chris is an exhibiting artist and a published author. His book, “Nowhere in Place,” explores the intersection of photography and meditation. Before his career in higher education, he wore a wide range of professional hats in the Greater Boston Area including working for Parthenon, PG Media Group, and Polaroid. For hobbies, Chris enjoys the great outdoors and holding down the groove on electric bass guitar. Chris is excited to coach all students in whatever capacity best supports their personal career journeys.

Joe Catrino joins Dartmouth as the inaugural executive director of the Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD). 

Joe brings his expertise in integrating design thinking into career services to support Dartmouth community members in preparing for wide-ranging career paths. Embracing a visionary approach about career design, he leads an expanding team of dedicated professionals who are committed to empowering students and others as they identify their key strengths, build professional skills, and explore career possibilities. In addition to supporting students, the Center will also grow alumni engagement to create continued opportunities for personal and professional development beyond Dartmouth.

Most recently, Joe served as executive director of Career & Life Design at Trinity College, where he launched a design ecosystem and innovative programs to help individuals apply design thinking principles to navigate their professional journeys. This includes career exploration, skill development, job transitions, and long-term career planning. As a thought leader in this field, Joe also taught a course called Designing Your Future Work and initiated new programs to equip participants with the mindset and tools to shape a fulfilling career path that aligns with their strengths, values, and aspirations. 

Joe is a passionate advocate for student success and lifelong career innovation, frequently presenting at national conferences on design thinking, personal branding, and the future of work. With more than 20 years of experience in higher education, Joe draws from experience in admissions and enrollment, marketing, career development, and teaching in his previous roles at Quinnipiac University and the University of Hartford.

He is currently pursuing his PhD in instructional systems and workforce development from Mississippi State University. He holds an MBA from Quinnipiac University, an MA in communication from the University of Hartford, and a BA in history with a minor in communications and public relations from Marist College.

Rick DelVecchio is a leader with over 19 years of experience advancing innovation and operational excellence in career development. His diverse career—spanning professional sports, small business, and academia—positions him uniquely to lead cross-functional teams and drive student-centered innovation. 

Most recently, Rick served as Director of Career Development for the College of Arts and Sciences at Quinnipiac University, where he designed and led the implementation of the nationally recognized “360 Degree Advising” model. This faculty-driven, student-centered framework seamlessly integrates academic advising, experiential learning, and career development—creating scalable infrastructure that connects over 100 faculty and 25 academic departments to students’ purpose and professional readiness. The initiative sparked significant cultural change and has been recognized as a model for connecting liberal arts education with workforce outcomes. 

Rick is a passionate advocate for life design programming and human-centered career development. He has designed and taught multiple life design-based career courses and workshops, redesigned curriculum for undeclared students using life design principles, and co-developed Designing Your Faculty Life, a faculty professional development event focused on balancing work, life, and purpose. His work helped catalyze a new university-wide career education framework and the launch of a successful first-year life design course. 

Earlier in his career, Rick served for nine years as Director of Career Placement at Sacred Heart University, where he oversaw strategic initiatives that doubled employer engagement and tripled job postings. He managed career programming and operations, created revenue-generating sponsorships, and chaired the university’s corporate relations committee. Prior to entering higher education, Rick spent a decade in professional sports management, leading operations, marketing, business development, and community engagement—while also founding and operating two successful small businesses. 

Rick is a trusted contributor to strategic planning efforts across campus and professional communities and has served in multiple elected leadership roles with the Connecticut Career Consortium (CCC), the Association of University Career Center Communication Professionals (AU3CP), and national task forces with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).  

Rick holds a B.A. in History from the University of Notre Dame, an M.S. in Organizational Leadership from Quinnipiac University, and is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW). Outside of work, he enjoys drumming in a ’90s rock band, photography, and camping with his wife and two golden retrievers.

Pronouns: She, her, hers

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Ideation, Strategic, Individualization, Positivity, Adaptability

Anne oversees the Employer Relations team for the office. Anne enjoys building and maintaining relationships with employers from across industries, implementing creative and innovative ways to connect students and employers, and educating students and partners on recruiting trends.

Prior to Dartmouth, Anne worked at Duke University’s Career Center for 13 years and most recently managed the Employer Relations team for nine years.  She has also worked at the University of Miami and North Carolina State University’s Career Centers providing career guidance to undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni.

Anne has a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Education in Counselor Education.  As a former college tennis player, Anne continues to enjoy competing through the United States Tennis Association and is a Certified Personal Trainer.

Pronouns: He, him, his

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Relator, Empathy, Adaptability, Developer, Discipline

Dave helps develop and implement service options for employers that fit the range of employer needs across industries. Dave serves as a primary contact for employer inquiries on effective ways to hire students. Prior to joining Dartmouth College, he managed a veterinary hospital, supported operations at an educational publishing company, dispatched rides for Americans with Disabilities at a public transit organization, as well as being a DJ on his hometown radio stations for a number of years. Dave was born and raised in local Enfield, NH and attended Syracuse University with a pursuit in Fine Arts: Music History & Cultures and Music Industry. In addition, he has lived in Boston, MA and Philadelphia, PA in his thirst to experience as much as life gives him. His love for the mountains and lush forests drew him back as he reaches to complete the New England four-thousand footers, which he aims to finish with his dog, Denali.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Individualization, Strategic, Includer, Arranger, Learner

Seth brings over two decades of experience in higher education, blending his expertise in architecture, education, and entrepreneurship to enhance student success. As the Program Manager for the Dartmouth Center for Career Design’s Career Lab, Seth is dedicated to integrating his design background into guiding students in crafting meaningful and strategic career paths. His student-centered approach emphasizes personal vision, values, and goals, helping students achieve fulfilling careers.

Previously, Seth served as the Director of Design at Danny Forster & Architecture in New York, where he led high-profile projects and cultivated relationships with prominent clients in the entertainment industry. He also founded Looper Works LLC, a global education consulting firm, and Looper Developments Inc., which focuses on developing innovative educational platforms. At Washington University in St. Louis, Seth significantly enhanced career readiness for students in art, design, and media disciplines as the Assistant Director at the Center for Career Engagement.

He is excited to bring his unique blend of design thinking and career development expertise to Dartmouth, empowering students to navigate their professional journeys with creativity and confidence.

Pronouns: He, him, his

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Strategic, Ideation, Intellection, Adaptability, Context

As Program Coordinator, Joe’s job is to keep things running smoothly and solve whatever problems may arise, whether they are related to system support, scheduling logistics, or internship funding.  Joe spent several years honing his customer service skills in various retail positions, before joining the Office of Student Development at Eastern University outside his home city of Philadelphia.  Most recently, he worked at Dartmouth’s Thayer School of Engineering providing administrative support for a number of faculty members.

Pronouns: She, her, hers

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Relator, Intellection, Context, Harmony, Learner

Quinn was born in the Upper Valley, and, after attending school down south, returned to live and work in the area. She enjoys helping students connect to the resources and services they need.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Context, Connectedness, Learner, Developer, Empathy

Feruza joined the Center for Career Design in June 2025 and supports the Executive Director and the Center in office operations, scheduling, and helping in events and exploring resources for students, alumni, and internal/external partners. She has previously worked in supporting Dartmouth students at the Office of the Registrar, Student Accessibility Services, and Dining Services, and has also supported other academic offices as an undergraduate at the University of Hawaii-Manoa. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from UH-Manoa and a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies degree from Dartmouth’s Guarini Graduate School. Feruza has always encouraged and promoted international education and travel opportunities for students. She studied Japanese for 14 years and attended Hokkaido University for a year, studying history and the Ainu indigenous community. Her interest in Roman cuisine and art took her to a semester at John Cabot University in Rome through Academic Programs International. Originally from Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Feruza enjoys meeting new people, exploring languages, cultures, and ways of living through interaction and collaboration, documentaries, and period films/shows (her favorites being Versailles and Jane Austen book adaptations). At home, she loves to cook, clean, garden, draw and paint, go on long nature walks and hikes with her husband, and Facetiming with her family.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Communication, Relator, Developer, Woo, Positivity

Michelle is a ’27 studying cognitive science and minoring in global health and African and African American studies. She was born in Ghana and lived there for a few years but has spent most of her life in New York City, where she currently lives. On campus, she is actively involved in Scholars of Finance, Pathways to Medicine, Smart Women Securities, the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students, Christian Union Vox, and the Soyeya Dance Team. Michelle  is passionate about bridging finance, technology, and healthcare to drive positive change in the world. Working at Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD) is an exciting opportunity for her to make a meaningful impact by supporting students and contributing to her community.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Ideation, Futuristic, Individualization, Focus, Arranger

Grace Caldwell is a junior at Dartmouth College, studying Anthropology and Education with hopes of becoming a teacher after graduation. Originally from Salem, Oregon, she enjoys spending time with her three cats and Bernese Mountain Dog Teddy when at home. On campus, Grace works as an Events Intern at the Student Wellness Center, where she also serves as an SVPP (Sexual Violence Prevention Project) Facilitator and Peer Supporter. Additionally, she supports research as an actor in Brain Science experiments. When she’s not working or in class, Grace’s love for the arts shows in her role as a cartoonist for The Dartmouth newspaper, and she also finds joy in playing the bassoon.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Learner, Connectedness, Positivity, Developer, Strategic

Lexi is a ‘25 studying Sociology and African and African American Studies from Grand Junction, CO. On campus, she is involved in Sexual Assault Peer Alliance, Sigma Delta sorority, and tutoring. Lexi is passionate about child welfare, and sociology. Lexi brings advocacy, research, and outreach experience from her professional endeavors with various non-profits.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Arranger, Input, Learner, Empathy, Competition

Ally is a ’25 studying Politics, Philosophy, Economics and Music from Bethesda, MD. On campus, she is a member of the women’s soccer team, Women in Business club, and the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). In her free time, Ally is passionate about cooking, exercising, going to the sauna, and playing music. Working at the Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD) is an exciting opportunity to meet and help other students and assist them in achieving their career goals.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Woo, Positivity, Adaptability, Achiever, Communication

Dezstany is a ’28 interested in Government, Economics, and Native American & Indigenous studies. On campus, she is on the executive board of the Dartmouth Minority in Pre-Law Association and the Mexican Student Association. Dezstany is passionate about helping others, legal access, and spending time outdoors.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Restorative, Strategic, Individualization, Relator, Developer

Chae Lee is a junior at Dartmouth studying mathematics modified with chemistry on a pre-med track. Originally from South Korea, she moved to Minnesota for high school. Chae is a passionate activist and a leader, having professional experiences in public health and medicine. 

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Deliberative, Restorative, Relator

Pacifique is an international student from Rwanda, a member of the Dartmouth Class of 2026, majoring in Economics and Computer Science. Since freshman winter, he has served as a Teaching Assistant and an Economics Group Tutor, helping students grasp complex economic concepts. Additionally, he is an Undergraduate Advisor (UGA), guiding first-year students through their transition to college life, and serves as Vice President of the Sadie Alexander Association, promoting research and learning opportunities for underrepresented students in the Economics department.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Achiever, Relator, Developer, Empathy, Discipline

Grace is a ’26 from Western Massachusetts, studying Geography and Middle Eastern Studies. She is passionate about GIS network analysis, modern Middle Eastern literature, sustainable agriculture, and trauma-informed care. On campus, she is a UGA, SVPP facilitator, Presidential Scholar, and an Arctic Scholar. Grace works closely on research that centers around identifying geopolitical tensions in the supply chains of EV cars.

Pronouns: She, her, hers

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Strategic, Ideation, Achiever, Arranger, Context

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Restorative, Responsibility, Futuristic, Relator, Achiever

Dejanay is a ’27 studying Computer Science and Environmental Science. She is from St. Andrew, Jamaica, and on campus, she is involved with DALI Lab, Robotics, the Community on Standards (COS) Board, Persist Lab, and OPAL. Dejanay is passionate about increasing technological and energy access in rural areas. Working at the Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD) is an exciting opportunity for her to support fellow students in their professional growth and help them navigate their career journeys.

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Relator, Competition, Input, Significance, Intellection

Hyunjin is a ’25 studying Government and International Studies from Riverside, CA. On campus, she is involved in the Dartmouth Law Journal, leader in the Archery Club, and a Rockefeller Leadership Fellow. Hyunjin is passionate about international relations and the ethical implications of law. She brings experience from government research, biomedical engineering, and internships with local and federal legal institutions. She hopes to work with other students to discover their interests and passions through the Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD).

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Relator, Individualization, Strategic, Futuristic, Ideation

Margaux is a ’24 majoring in Film and Media Studies. She is from Washington, D.C. At Dartmouth, she is involved with the Dartmouth Film Society, Women in Media, and Film Society Productions. Margaux is interested in editing, cinematography, documentary filmmaking, screenwriting, and photography. She has worked for an independent media company based in Chicago. She currently makes academic video essays and creates video content for a student band. She is excited to capture and showcase all the resources the Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD) has to offer.