Meet the Team

Juwan Jacobs

NC A&T State University, Ph.D., Leadership Studies (current)
UNC Greensboro, M.Ed., Student Affairs Administration 
Old Dominion University, B.S., Lifespan Communications 

Juwan Jacobs (he/him) serves as the Associate Director in the Office of Leadership Engagement. In this role, Juwan facilitates and evaluates leadership development programs that support both individual and organizational growth. Juwan oversees key initiatives such as CliftonStrengths and the ACC Leadership Symposium and serves as the Program Coordinator for LeaderShape. He also collaborates with campus stakeholders to support student organizations and fraternity and sorority leadership development, and contributes to advisor training and support for newly chartered organizations. Prior to joining the team in July 2025, Juwan worked at Duke University in the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership, where he supported student government, leadership development, and fraternity and sorority life for three years.

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Melina Traiforos

Wake Forest University, B.A., English, Class of 2025

Melina Traiforos (she/her) serves as the Coordinator of Leadership Initiatives in the Office of Leadership Engagement. Melina’s responsibilities include supervising the office’s student employees, overseeing marketing efforts, and coordinating Leadership Week in the spring. She also collaborates with the OLE team to deliver leadership workshops and initiatives that enhance the student experience. As a student, Melina held multiple campus positions, including intern for the Wake Forest University Press and head of writing for The Magnolia, which aligned with her passion for uplifting the arts and amplifying student voices.