Donovan Golich

Program Manager - Formal Conflict Resolution

Donovan Golich serves as the Program Manager for Formal Conflict Resolution within the Office of Student Conflict Resolution (OSCR). In his role, Donovan enjoys helping students navigate complex challenges through an educational and restorative lens. Donovan received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The Ohio State University and Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Southern California.

Apara Sharma

Graduate Program Assistant

Apara Sharma (she/her) is a graduate student pursuing her Master of Social Work, with an emphasis on Interpersonal Practice in Integrated Health, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse. She graduated from Mount Holyoke College in 2021, where she obtained her B.A in Anthropology and Psychology. Apara is passionate about restorative practices that empower students using a strength-based approach. She is interested in implementing and adapting intervention systems that support the emotional and mental wellbeing of BIPOC students and communities.

Emmanuel Davis

Student Facilitator

Emmanuel is a freshman in Ross, and a proud LEAD scholar with the University of Michigan Alumni Association. She is passionate about equality, creativity, and art through beauty and human performance. In her free time, she loves participating in clubs on campus, playing basketball through Rec Sports, listening to music, watching movies, and hanging out with friends. Fun facts: Emmanuel worked at Zingerman’s Roadhouse all four years of high school and medaled at Nationals in Crew.

Ariana Chaidez

Student Program Coordinator - Front Desk and Workshops

Ariana (she/her) is a senior at the University of Michigan majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Science, Technology, and Society as well as Computing for Scientific Discovery. She is passionate about using modeling systems to examine global health outcomes, and plans on getting her MPH after she graduates. During her free time, she likes to make jewelry, listen to music, and go try new restaurants with her friends.