2023-24 Student Staff

Students are essential to the work and mission of the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement (CCE). Working 4-10 hours per week, students support the daily functions of the CCE offices, events, student outreach, communications, operations, and more.

Learn more about our student staff and their favorite destinations and restaurants in Richmond.

Joanne Bong
Joanne Bong, '25
Communications Assistant

Major: Economics
Favorite place in Richmond: Maymont because it's so picturesque and a great place to relax
Favorite restaurant in Richmond: "Lucky AF" for the sushi and casual dinner ambiance
Sandy Franco
Sandy Franco, '25
PACE Program Assistant 

Major: Double major in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS)
Favorite place in Richmond: El Tropicabana 
Favorite experience in Richmond: Going to E-Loteria with all my friends and eating inside, enjoying our time here
Chloe Goode
Chloe Goode, '26
CCE Program Associate

Favorite place in Richmond: The James River Pipeline Walkway is my favorite place in Richmond because it gives you a great view of the water and tends to be rather quiet and peaceful.
Favorite experience in Richmond: My favorite experience in Richmond was going to the Second Saturdays concert series at Dorey Park. This park is a little far from the city proper, but it's a lot of fun and features food trucks and local bands.
Elizabeth Milliot

Elizabeth Milliot, '26
CCE Program Associate 

Major: PPEL and Leadership
Favorite place in Richmond: Pony Pastures because it's a great place to relax with friends. 
Favorite experience in Richmond: Mini golfing at the Hotel Greene

Beza Mulatu
Beza Mulatu, '25
Outreach and Events Intern

Major: Business Admin and Bio-Chemistry
Favorite place in Richmond: Downtown Richmond
Favorite experience in Richmond: White water rafting at the James
Lila Taylor
Lila Taylor, '26
Spatial Coordinator 
 
Major: Global Studies with a concentration in Cultures and Communication, minor in Law & the Liberal Arts
Favorite place in Richmond: Ironclad in Shockoe Bottom or Pony Pastures/The James River
Favorite experience in Richmond: Being out in the city with all my friends, new experiences