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Danielle L’Esperance

Staff Member	Compass Student Services
Pronouns	She/Her/Hers
Education	University of Vermont, Master of Education; University of Vermont, Master of Education; University of Vermont, Bachelor of Science; University of Vermont, Bachelor of Science in Education
Hometown	Saint Albans, Vermont
Fun Fact About Me	After spending eight hours in the car with me, my uncle said to my dad “wow, Danielle is really smart.” I hope you get that impression interacting with me, but in less time. Efficiency is key!
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Biography

Danielle has been the Compass Student Services Manager since 2019. She has her M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of Vermont (2012). Danielle also has extensive experience in the Hospitality industry. She loves her job because it combines her knowledge of Customer Service with her passion for Higher Education.

Danielle is a native Vermonter and a first-generation college student. During her personal time, she can be found meandering along nature trails with Levi, her small but mighty four-legged companion. She also enjoys Fantasy and Science Fiction novels, baking treats for family and colleagues, & traveling to new and exciting places.

What are your hobbies?

Baking, Hiking, Reading & Traveling

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

Summer outdoor concert series (Williston, South Hero, SoBu), Kountry Kart Deli, Folino’s, Cafe Dim Sum

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Nathaniel Orvis

Staff Member	Compass Student Services
Pronouns	He/Him/His
Hometown	Lincoln, VT
Fun Fact About Me	Can mess up a spreadsheet just by looking at it.
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Biography

Nathaniel Orvis was born in Lincoln, VT. He grew up in Middlebury, VT, and attended Middlebury Union High School. Nathaniel currently lives in Middlebury with his beautiful 2 dogs and 3 cats. His favorite season in VT is Fall. Fall is a sign of change; the seasons are changing, children are starting school, but most importantly there are a lot of fall festivals. Nathaniel enjoys festivals and concerts, but Country music is his choice although he listens to a little bit of everything. In March of 2022, he came to Champlain to work and loves his job. When he’s not busy working, he enjoys traveling the United States and is particularly fond of California.

What are your hobbies?

Walking and Geocaching

Favorite local eateries and things to do in Vermont:

Fire and Ice

Walking the Robert Frost Trail

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