Fraternity and Sorority Life at CMU
Meet Our Team
Will Cangialosi, M.S. he/him/his
Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life,
Email Will
412-268-2142
Will is a dedicated higher education professional and a two-time graduate of SUNY Plattsburgh, earning a Bachelor's in Chemistry and a Master of Science in Student Affairs and Higher Education and Counseling. His diverse experience in higher education includes roles in fraternity and sorority life, orientation, and residence life. Notably, Will brings significant expertise in working with fraternities and sororities, focusing on leadership development, prevention strategies (including hazing prevention and anti-hazing law implementation), awards and recognition, and data-driven assessment. His commitment extends to volunteer work with the National Safe Team for Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and the Association for Fraternity and Sorority Advisors. Will's insights have also been shared through publications sponsored by the Timothy J. Piazza Center for Fraternity and Sorority Research, and he is a member of Alpha Sigma Phi.
Program Development & Implementation:
- FSL Program Meeting
- FSL Shared Leadership
- FSL Monthly Gatherings
- Advisor Gatherings
Chapter Liaison:
- Alpha Chi Omega
- Delta Gamma
- Lambda Phi Epsilon International Fraternity, Inc.
- Sigma Alpha Epsilon
- Sigma Phi Epsilon
Arielle Frederick she/her/hers
Senior Administrative Project Coordinator
Email Arielle
412-268-2142
Arielle started her journey at CMU in November of 2022 as the Administrative Assistant for the SLICE Office. She joined the Community Life Office in January of 2025 as the Senior Administrative Project Coordinator. She is responsible for administrative tasks and projects to support the various programs hosted by the Fraternity and Sorority Life, Office of First Year Orientation and Family Engagement, and Residential Education. Arielle graduated from Duquesne University with a Bachelor's of Business Administration. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and pets, painting, playing with makeup, and learning new recipes.
Sarah Irvin, M.A. she/her/hers
Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life
Email Sarah
412-268-2142
Originally from Bellefonte, PA, Sarah earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work at what was originally known as Edinboro University, where she joined Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority. She completed her Master’s degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education at Slippery Rock University in 2024, where she worked closely with the Fraternity and Sorority Life community throughout her graduate experience.
Sarah has continued to stay engaged in the fraternal movement, having volunteered with Sigma Sigma Sigma and currently serving as an active volunteer with Zeta Psi International Fraternity. Her passion for building inclusive and values-driven communities fuels her ongoing work with students and inter/national organizations alike.
Beyond her professional and volunteer commitments, Sarah is a creative at heart. She deeply appreciates art and photography, often spending her free time behind a camera lens or painting. She’s also an avid vinyl collector, always on the hunt for new records to add to her growing collection.
Council Advising:
- Panhellenic Council (Panhel)
- Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)
Program Development & Implementation:
- New Member Education
- Fraternity & Sorority Life Awards
- Almost Midnight Breakfast
Chapter Liaison:
- Alpha Epsilon Pi
- alpha Kappa Delta Phi Sorority, Inc.
- Alpha Phi
- Kappa Kappa Gamma
- Pi Kappa Alpha
- Sigma Nu
Sara Partin, M.A. she/her/hers
Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life
Email Sara
412-268-2142
Sara's passion for the fraternity and sorority experience is rooted in the belief that when students feel supported and connected, they can thrive both within their organizations and beyond.
Sara obtained her Master's degree in English Literature and Cultural Studies from Kansas State University in 2023, where she served as a chapter advisor for multiple fraternities and sororities and worked with Fraternity and Sorority Life in various capacities. Sara has also advised Formal Panhellenic recruitment, offered educational programming, and worked closely with leaders to help cultivate a holistic experience in their chapters.
In her free time, Sara loves to read and binge-watch reality television!
Council Advising:
- Interfraternity Council (IFC)
- National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
Program Development & Implementation
- Greek Sing and Spring Carnival
- FSL Risk and Safety Summit
- Community-wide recruitment events
- Officer training and onboarding
Chapter Liaison:
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Alpha Sigma Phi
- Delta Delta Delta
- Delta Upsilon (Fall 2025 expansion)
- Kappa Alpha Theta
- Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.
- Phi Delta Theta
James Sparkman, M.Ed. he/him/his
Assistant Director for Residential Education & Housefellow for Student Organization Communities
Email James
412-268-2142
Originally from Pahokee, Florida, James traveled to the "Gorges" weather of Cornell University for his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, where he became a member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. James continued his education at Rutgers University-New Brunswick and received his M.Ed in College Student Affairs. James has worked with students in a residential setting for almost a decade. James currently oversees the Greek Quad and SPIRIT House. In his free time, James enjoys cruising with his wife, visiting family, and hanging out with his mini Bernedoodle, Sapphire.
To learn more about FSL housing, visit the Housing & Residential Education website.