YAAA Career Connections

Career Spotlight - Belinda Esther Oliver

What is your title?

I am a financial assistant, level 4, within the Child Study Center’s business office.

What are your main responsibilities within that role?

I initially started on the Pre-Award team (Other Sponsored Research). As of November 1st, there has been a change in staff, and I now provide support in all capacities.

How would you say you started off your career? Can you walk us through your journey while at Yale?

Adopt A Family

Tis the season of thanksgiving and benevolence! This year, the Yale African American Affinity Group (YAAA) will partner with The New Haven Club, Inc. to bring holiday cheer to a family registered with the Christian Community Action, Inc. For more than 51 years, CCA has been a force for community building and social change. CCA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. They provide emergency housing, food, and a variety of support services including case management, job search assistance, family counseling, and workshops to families that are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Annual Season of Giving Thanksgiving Fundraiser

Since 2016, the Yale Police Department (YPD) Turkey Giveaway has fed over 3,500 New Haven Residents. We have worked with the alders, the schools, and local non-profit groups within the City of New Haven to pinpoint elderly, disabled persons, and families that are truly in need during the holiday season.

Welcome YAAA's New YPD Liaison Myisha Giddings

Tell me about your current role at Yale University?

In conjunction with working as a Patrol Officer, I have recently been assigned as an Engagement and Inclusion Liaison (EIL) to the Yale African American Affinity Group, along with Berkeley and Hopper Colleges.

What are your main responsibilities?

YAAA Summer Social Recap

On August 8th, YAAA held its annual Summer Social at 50’s on Fitch located in New Haven. This year’s theme was picture perfect, and YAAA’s very own Merieta Bayati photographed the event. Local artist Stefanie Nicholas displayed her artwork throughout the venue, while Kelley Knight took to the mic with spoken-word. The evening consisted of professional networking, good food, great vibes, and live music from New Haven native DJ Herman Ham. YAAA would like to thank the 50’s on Fitch proprietor Joy Monsanto for her continued generosity in hosting our events.