Responsibilities
• Greets, directs, and assists Visitors in administrative office.
• Arranges travel, Lodging and transportation.
• Facilitate meetings/ in-person and virtual.
• assist in arranging or supporting events.
• processes reimbursements
• Prepares documents, correspondence, spreadsheets.
• Orders office supply inventory
• Facilitates faculty Calendars.
• Preparing and proofing documents
Melanie DeProspero is an experienced administrative professional with a strong background in operations and departmental management at the University of Florida. Since joining UF in 2006, she has developed expertise in fiscal management, research administration, human resources, and center operations. Melanie collaborates with leadership and contributes to strategic planning initiatives to advance departmental goals. She is recognized for her problem-solving skills, commitment to customer service, and dedication to supporting staff growth and success.…
Andrew is a US Army veteran and a lifelong Gator fan who joined the UF/MAE staff in January 2019. He is a sports enthusiast, former baseball player, and current gymnastics Dad. When he isn’t in the office, you can find him at home testing new recipes and smoking meats, or traveling with his wife and two daughters.…
Daniel is from Gainesville, Florida. He started as a UF staff member in 2004 working mainly in facilities, IT, experiment field support, and logistics as an Engineering Technician and Engineer. He joined MAE in 2019 as a Facilities Operations Specialist.
Christi Swiers is a proud Alachua County native who brings creativity, energy, and a love of authentic storytelling to her role leading marketing and communications at MAE (MAE MarCom). She’s dedicated to sharing the incredible work of MAE’s faculty, staff, students and alumni with the world—whether through striking print publications, engaging digital content, or eye-catching visuals for events.…
