Meet the Team!
The Center for Pet Therapy
Located in the Student Union, the Ann Hargis OSU Center for Pet Therapy serves as the administrative hub of the program. A variety of staff and volunteers oversee the daily operations of the Center. Center staff are responsible for coordinating all aspects of the Center including Pete’s Pet Posse team selection, training, supplies, events and visits, as well as overseeing the Ruff Rider Student Ambassador program. This team also runs the Pete's Pet Posse social media accounts, coordinates sponsorship opportunities and works closely with the research committee.
Governing Board Members
Elizabeth Carver-Cyr, Assistant Director, Residential Life, Family Resource Center
Kendria Cost, Director, Ann Hargis OSU Center for Pet Therapy
Brandee Hancock, Chief Legal Officer, Deputy General Counsel at OSU A&M Board of Regents
Trevor Richardson, Director, Counseling and Sports Psychology, OSU Athletics
Sarah Maxey, HIPAA Analyst, Compliance Office, OSU-CHS
Bonnie Skaggs, Events and Wellness Support Coordinator, OSU-OKC
Dr. Ryan Chung, Assistant Vice Provost
Dr. Rachel Schmitz, Associate Professor, Sociology
Coral White, Executive Administrative Associate, Human Resources
Denise Weaver, Chief of Staff to the Provost