Assiniboine Community College Students’ Association

Our
Staff Members

Amanda Hamm<br />
ACCSA Executive Director

Amanda Hamm – Executive Director

A proud ACC Alumni, Amanda joins our ACC Students Association team after spending the last 18 years serving communities in her roles of Executive Director of Inclusion Westman, a Health Facilitator with the Sexuality Education Resource of Manitoba and as an Engagement Liaison with the Rural Development Institute at Brandon University. 

Amanda has demonstrated commitment to community service through billeting for the Brandon Wheat Kings, as well as volunteering for organizations such as the Brandon Wheelchair Sport and Leisure Club, Rotary Club and as a board member for Action Canada. 
 
Amanda takes pride in creating authentic relationships with the individuals and communities she serves. Her outgoing nature, work experience and educational background in Aboriginal Community Development are a welcome addition to our team. 

When Amanda isn’t working, she can be found spending time with her kids and dog or singing with her band. Welcome Amanda!

Contact the Executive Director at hammad@assiniboine.net or 204-725-8700 ext. 6644.

 

Alyshia Kelbert

Alyshia Holden – Program Coordinator

Alyshia Holden is the Program Coordinator of the ACCSA. As an ACC Alumni who graduated in June of 2017, Alyshia holds a diploma in Social Service Work. Alyshia has also completed her levels 101 & 102 of the American Sign Language Course at the college as well.

Alyshia’s main role is to be a student advocate and ensure that students know their rights and responsibilities here at ACC. She will also help out in other areas as well such as: being the staff liaison for the satellite and rotational campuses, leadership, hosting orientations, helping with events, and more!

After graduation, Alyshia has held positions with In Company of Friends as a Coordinator, At AFM as a Residential Care Worker, and at the Brandon Friendship Centre as the Coordinator of the Brandon Access Exchange Service.

Alyshia loved her time at ACC and she is looking forward to making other students experiences as great as hers were!

Contact the Program Coordinator at kelberta@assiniboine.net or 204-725-8700 ext. 6645.

 

Karley Woods - Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Karley Woods, Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Karley Woods is the Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the ACCSA. As a ACC Alumni who graduated in June of 2022, she holds a diploma with distinction in Interactive Media Arts with a specialization in design and development.

Karley manages the Students’ Association website as well as the ACCSA’s social media content. She creates content such as graphics, posters and organizes campaigns for the ACCSA.

Karley’s prior experience includes working in finance as a Client Advisor with Royal Bank of Canada, Technology and Academic Assistant for the University of British Columbia and Customer Service with Dufresne Furniture & Appliances where she won a Foundation of Excellence Award for Guest Advocacy.

Contact the Marketing & Communications Coordinator at woodsk2@assiniboine.net.

Ginnut - OSA

Ginnut Gafrin, Office and Services Administrator

Ginnut Gafrin is the Office and Services Administrator for the Students’ Association. Ginnut holds a diploma in Business Accounting from Fanshawe College as well as a Master’s Degree in Social Sciences from Rajshahi University in Bangladesh.

Ginnut has direct experience supporting staff and students in high traffic environments, with great attention to detail and accuracy. Her additional experiences have allowed her to further develop her experience in accounting. In addition to this, Ginnut has learned how positive experiences can influence customer relationships. This knowledge has resulted in positive customer experiences for those she has helped.

Contact the Office and Services Administrator at gafring@assiniboine.net.

April Events Assistant

April Conkright,  Campaigns & Events Assistant

My name is April Conkright and I am from Kentucky in the United States! I am currently in the Advanced Human Resources Diploma here at ACC. I have been fortunate to become part of the ACCSA team as the Campaigns and Events Assistant. I have worked in a college setting for many years and I am happy to be part of this amazing team!

Contact the Events Assistant at conkrighta@assiniboine.net.

ACCSA Office Assistant

Carlos Jose Dominguez Pallares, Intramurals Assistant

I am originally from Colombia, and I moved to Brandon in April 2023. I am a full-time international student in ACC’s Human Resources Management Advanced Diploma program. I recently joined the ACC Students’ Association team to provide some recreational activities to ACC students, to make their time at the college entertaining and give them a good environment to share and get to know one another. Additionally, I have been working as a volunteer at Westman Immigrant Services creating and facilitating activities to help newcomers practice and improve their English skills.

I characterize myself as a supportive, committed, and passionate individual in what I do, making sure my contributions leave a good impact in the community. I am a believer that team work motivates people, leads to better results, and generates satisfaction. I feel very proud to work at the ACC Students’ Association, as the core of what we do is to help and support students of Assiniboine Community College, which I am happy to be part of.

Contact the Intramurals Assistant at dominguezpallar@assiniboine.net.

ACCSA Office Assistant

Chinenyenwa Umunna, Office Assistant

Chinenye Umunna is the Office Assistant for the Students’ Association. Originally from Nigeria, Chinenye is 2nd-year student at ACC studying medical administration. Chinenye loves working at the Students’ Association because the ACCSA embodies the vision of fulfilling every student’s needs. In the future, Chinenye hopes to apply the skills she’s learning here at ACCSA as a medical assistant and aspiring doctor.

Contact the Office Assistant at umunnac@assiniboine.net.

ACCSA Office Assistant

Christian Padolina, Marketing & Communications Assistant

I was born and raised in the Philippines. I’m currently a first-year student in ACC, in the program of Web and Interactive Development.

I am goal-driven and motivated with an interest in web and app design & development, graphic design, photography & film, social media, and digital marketing. I look forward to utilizing the skills that I have acquired at ACC.

I love working at the ACCSA as a Marketing & Communications Assistant, as it allows me to transform things into something creative, functional, and aesthetically appealing for a variety of platforms.

Contact the Marketing & Communications Assistant at padolinac@assiniboine.net.