DRC Staff
The following professional and student staff help to facilitate the daily work of the Disability Resource Center. To learn more about our team, click on the gray dropdown boxes below to show each team member's contact and biographical information.
Mandie Greiwe
Director (she/her)
About
Mandie Greiwe (Gry-Vee) rejoined the Purdue University Disability Resource Center as the Director in November of 2023. Prior to coming home to Purdue, Mandie served as the founding director of the Personalized Learning Center for students with disabilities at Marian University, for two and a half years. She has also had the opportunity to work within disability offices for over 10 years at the University of Notre Dame, Emory University, as well as serving as an Access Consultant and then the Assistant Director in the DRC at Purdue previously.
Mandie’s hope for the DRC is to continue to showcase disability access as a priority and that Purdue becomes a leader in accessibility within higher education. Access is a shared responsibility, and one of Mandie’s most important goals is to collaborate with campus partners to ensure that everyone at Purdue understands what role they play in promoting and developing access, as well as ensuring they have the toolkit to do so. Mandie also has a passion for learning and engaging with assistive technology and digital accessibility initiatives, as well as Universal Design for Learning principles.
Sandra Cash
Deputy Director (she/her)
About
Sandra joined the DRC in October 2022. She has 17 years of experience in higher education. She started her career in higher education as a Resident Director where she lived and managed a residence hall. This role included creating and fostering a residential community while mentoring and training student staff. For the past eight years, she worked as the Director of Accessibility and Accommodations at Indiana Wesleyan University. Sandra has led psychoeducational groups that focus on ADHD and Autism with college students. Sandra attended Indiana Wesleyan University and earned a Master’s degree in Community Counseling and School Counseling. She has a passion for mental health equity and inclusion. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and English with a minor in Biology from Indiana University. She is currently working on her Ph.D. in Psychology. When Sandra is not on campus, she loves to spend time with her husband and three boys. She is a nature enthusiast and enjoys swimming.
Susan Lausier
Assistant Director
About
Susan joined the DRC as Assistant Director in March, 2022 and will manage the Usable Materials Center. She began her career in disability resources at Aurora University, recording books on tape for blind students. After a succession of promotions, Susan ended her 15-year career there as Director of the Disability Resource Office and the Academic Support Center. Susan holds an MA in Organizational Leadership from Lewis University and a BA in English from Aurora University. Her professional development activity includes participation in Project ShIFT (Shaping Inclusion through Foundational Transformation), a US Department of Education funded three-year research grant and presenting at national AHEAD and NASPA conferences.
Brandon Chafin
Administrative Assistant
About
Brandon joined the DRC team in December 2022. He graduated from Purdue University in May 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in computer graphics technology. Before joining the DRC, Brandon spent 6 years working for Department of Agronomy in the College of Agriculture. He has a passion for UX design, data analysis and helping people. Brandon believes a good attitude and kindness fosters a positive joyful working environment and helps build relationships. Brandon enjoys working for Purdue and enjoying the beautiful campus, especially when the weather is nice. Outside of work, Brandon enjoys watching movies on TCM and going to the cinema, playing role-playing video games, reading fantasy novels, and drinking coffee outside during the warm months. Brandon is a loyal fan of the Chicago Blackhawks, Indiana Pacers, and all Purdue sports teams.
Pete Celeste
Senior Access Consultant (he/him)
About
Pete graduated from Purdue University in the “COVID Class” of 2020. He earned an Associate’s in Education and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. He also earned a minor in Critical Disability Studies and English during his time at Purdue University. As a Purdue alum and a disabled person who worked closely with the Disability Resource Center as an undergraduate, Pete feels that he has a unique perspective that drives his interactions with his students.
Prior to returning to school, Pete was in the United States Navy and worked in Emergency Medical Services on the east coast. After an accident that created mobility issues, Pete returned to school with the hopes to work in disability services. During his time as a student, Pete was very involved in Purdue Student Government (PSG) holding the position of Director of Diversity and Inclusion. Pete has always been a disability rights advocate and currently is an active member of the professional organization AHEAD (Association on Higher Education and Disability).
Pete enjoys grabbing a cup of coffee and sitting outside when the weather is nice. He loves sitting near the Loeb fountain and watching the hustle and bustle of campus. When Pete is not on campus, he loves to spend time with his family and traveling.
Nicole Martin
Senior Access Consultant (she/her)
About
Nicole joined the Disability Resource Center in April 2022. Nicole graduated from Purdue University in 2019 with a Bachelor’s in Developmental and Family Science with a minor in Organizational Leadership. Post-graduation Nicole gained experience working with mothers and new babies in the social services sector. Nicole has as passion for disability inclusion and mental health awareness. In her free time she likes to spend time with her dog Koda and is working towards her professional dog training certification.
Lisa Yates
Access Consultant
About
Lisa worked as an electrician before an acquired disability forced her to retire in 2003. She returned to school and received her BA in 2005 and MS Ed. in 2011 from Purdue. As a student with a disability, Lisa learned the importance of appropriate accommodations to ensure equal access to the educational opportunities afforded to her. Prior to joining the Purdue DRC in July 2017, Lisa taught special education and worked as a State of Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. Lisa is a member of the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) and the state affiliate IN-AHEAD.
Eileen White
Access Consultant (she/her)
About
Eileen joined the Access Consultant Team in August of 2022 after spending over a decade in public education. Originally from Whiting, Indiana (Home of Pierogi Fest and the Mascot Hall of Fame), Eileen graduated from Saint Joseph's College in 2011. After earning her BS in Elementary Education and Special Education, she returned to her hometown for 3 years as a teacher before relocating to Lafayette in the fall of 2014. Eileen has worked with students of all backgrounds and ability levels, and has extensive experience working with students who struggle with emotional regulation. She is passionate about helping all students actualize their full potential by helping to remove barriers to their success, and by encouraging others to incorporate universal design. Eileen is passionate about the Social Model of Disability and creating a more equitable and inclusive world. She is very excited to be working at Purdue to continue this important work with the students and faculty. You can often find Eileen out in the community enjoying the rich musical and theatrical culture around Lafayette. She enjoys attending live performances and supporting all of the small businesses in town, especially during the Mosey Down Main Street.
Alisa Montgomery
Access Consultant
Contact Information
Email: armontgo@purdue.edu
About
Alisa joined the Disability Resource Center as an Access Consultant in October 2022. A native of Indiana, Alisa holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology, Master of Education in Special Education, and is completing her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, currently All But Dissertation (ABD). Alisa worked as a Special Educator for 17 years, within diverse educational environments, in the K-12 academic setting in both Maryland and New York. Alisa also spent the start of her professional career deinstitutionalizing adults with disabilities, opening group homes, and providing quality assurance throughout the Washington D.C. area through Georgetown Child Development Center and other private corporations. Alisa also evaluated both children and adults for assistive technology throughout the State of Maryland, using a team approach, to address individual communication needs while working at United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland. Alisa is passionate about educational law to ensure all students have equal access to learning. She also believes in an inclusive approach where equal opportunities and equitable outcomes exist for all.
CDS
Access Consultant (she/her)
Contact Information
Email: cduerson@purdue.edu
About
CDS joined the DRC in May 2023. She has a variety of professional experience in the fields of mental health, rehabilitation, and disability services. Prior to entering the higher education sector, CDS worked for government, insurance, and non-profit organizations in disability-related roles. She earned her Masters degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the Illinois Institute of Technology in 2019 and her Bachelors degree in Neuroscience from the Purdue School of Science at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) in 2017. She is a Recipient of the U.S. Department of Education Rehabilitation Services Administration Long-Term Training Grant, which further emphasizes her commitment to a meaningful career in disability rehabilitation. She holds several industry-coveted certifications as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) and Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP). In addition to her scholastic achievements, CDS has been involved in research programs and professional development organizations. Her research interests are studying factors related to disability, mental health, and stigma in minority populations. CDS’s long-term goals include earning her doctoral degree and publishing research focusing on improve outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals seeking disability and psychiatric rehabilitation services. In her free time, CDS enjoys crafting, hula hooping, and traveling.
Genevieve White
Access Consultant (she/her)
Contact Information
Email: gkwhite@purdue.edu
About
A near-lifelong Michigander, Genevieve worked as a seventh through 12th grade general education Spanish and English teacher for a decade while working towards her master’s degree. After inequitable experiences involving being misunderstood and marginalized in the work world because of her disabilities, Genevieve walked away from her second long-term career while working in higher education with instructors and instructional designers to plan and create inclusive online courses. It was in the third phase of her work that Genevieve began connecting with others who have disabilities, and she became encouraged to embrace herself for who she is: neuro–, cognitively–, and physically– diverse, and disabled. Genevieve has become a passionate advocate of disability rights, digital accessibility, universal design for learning, and the equitable access of all learners to education and information. Genevieve is particularly interested in the experience of individuals with invisible disability, and the subsets of underserved populations in the disabled world. When you meet Genevieve, she will ask you 1 million questions, then listen very well to your answers, and support you to meet your goals. On her own time, Genevieve loves working in her backyard vegetable garden, spending time amongst plants and water, exchanging stories, and reading and writing.
Kyle Fultz
Access Consultant
Contact Information
Email: kfultz@purdue.edu
About
Dr. Kyle Fultz joined Purdue University's DRC in 2023. Kyle earned his Doctorate in Education with a focus in Educational Leadership. His dissertation research focused on Mental Health and Special Education Services. He also holds a master's degree in Special Education. Prior to his tenure at Purdue, he worked for 12+ years in K-12 public education working in special education services/programming. In his last role, he served as the special education administrator in Indianapolis for a large urban middle school. Kyle oversaw and led all the special education teachers, support staff, and student programming for the school and served as an advocate for students with exceptionalities. Prior to serving in K-12 education Kyle worked with the Upward Bound Program at Vincennes University where he supported first generation college students’ successful transition from high school to college.
Kyle holds an Indiana Teaching License in Special Education: Mild Intervention. He also holds an Indiana Administrators License in the following areas: Director of Exceptional Learners and Director of Curriculum and Instruction. He has a proven record of supporting and advocating for students through their educational journey. His current research areas of interest include: Mental Health and Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Megan Borg
Access Consultant (she/her)
About
Megan Borg joined the DRC in February 2024 as an Access Consult. Megan is originally from Hearne, Texas but has been in Indiana since 2018. Megan graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences from Baylor University in 2018. Megan is currently working to obtain her master’s degree in human services through Purdue Global. Outside of the workspace, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan, loving on her pets, enjoying outside activities like archery and fishing, hosting game nights, baking, and crafting.
Taylor Haville
Access Consultant (he/him)
Taylor joined the Disability Resource Center as an Access Consultant in February 2024. Prior to joining the team, Taylor worked within the Office of the Dean of Students on campus, working with students experiencing mental health crises. Taylor holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Indiana University and practiced as a licensed clinician in Indianapolis prior to starting at Purdue.He has a strong passion for helping all students who may be struggling during their college careers. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, walking his dog, gardening, and cheering on his favorite basketball and baseball teams.
Cindy Hedgecough
Compliant Materials Production - Lead Braille Transcriber
About
Cindy got her start at Purdue in the library system in 1980. In this role, she searched a variety of topics for the library system. She was promoted to a copy cataloguer prior to being hired into the DRC in 1998 as a braille clerk. Cindy has trained and learned a variety of braille code over the years. She can read braille as well to maintain quality standards. As braille demand increased, Cindy became production manager for braille. As reliance on braille has decreased, Cindy has become involved in the DRC accommodated testing center, as this area has seen significant growth. She also assists with alternative formats.
Heidi Smart
Compliant Materials Production - Lead Illustrator
About
Heidi is an Alternative Formats Coordinator who started at Purdue in 2001, originally as a Tactile Graphics Specialist, and still maintains her skills in braille and making raised line, tactile, graphics. Heidi works with students, instructors, authors and publishers to acquire and/or convert printed textbooks and course materials into accessible formats. She also provides training to faculty and staff on how to create or remediate their course materials for students to use with different types of assistive technology. Heidi holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a graphic design emphasis from Indiana State University (Go “Trees”!) and recently achieved her Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology from Purdue University Global.
Alfredo Rosales
Technical and Access Coordinator
About
Alfredo joined the DRC in 2018 bringing 9-years of experience working with Accessible Electronic Media. He will be working with students and instructors to provide accessible textbooks and educational materials to students. Alfredo has developed knowledge and insight to offer students, faculty and staff on how to make their materials more accessible as well as compatibility issues. He graduated from Purdue Global with a B.S. in Liberal Studies and an A.S. in Business Management from Ivy Tech. Alfredo was part of a team to win the Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition in 2007.
Nanda Dhananjaya
Compliant Materials Specialist
Contact Information
Email: ndhananj@purdue.edu
About
Nanda Dhananjaya is a new Coordinator for the Usable Materials Center (UMC) which is a part of Purdue’s Disability Resource Center. Nanda graduated with an MS in Special Education from Pennsylvania State University. She has worked as an Instructional Paraprofessional with elementary school children in State College, Pennsylvania.
Contact Us
Phone: (765) 494-1247
Email: drc@purdue.edu
YONG Room 830
155 S. Grant St.
West Lafayette, IN 47907