Kendra Massey
Director
(859) 572-5865
masseyk4@nku.edu

Bio

Kendra Massey started as the Director of the Norse Violence Prevention Center in February 2019. Prior to coming to NKU, she worked in the field of interpersonal violence prevention and intervention at community-based nonprofits for over fifteen years. She strongly believes that interpersonal violence is preventable and is excited to be part of a coordinated prevention and response team at NKU. She's committed to addressing the issue of interpersonal violence through a trauma-informed and intersectional lens. Kendra holds a Bachelors of Science in Sociology from Xavier University and Masters of Social Work from NKU.

Likes: Traveling and doing anything active and outdoors

Favorite food: Snacks, especially applies with peanut butter

What I can't live without: Chapstick - I have Burt's Bees on me at all times.

What I love about NKU: The welcoming environment and amazing students

Emily Wright
Advocate
(859) 572-5840
wrighte12@nku.edu

Bio

Emily Wright started as the Advocate for the Norse Violence Prevention Center in January 2020. Emily graduated from NKU with her Bachelors and Masters in Social Work and is excited to return to the university that had such a great impact on her life. Prior to NVP, she advocated for human trafficking survivors in Southwest Ohio, conducted outreach in Cincinnati, and provided trainings on human trafficking to the community. She looks forward to ensuring all students that come to NVP feel heard, empowered, and supported.

Likes: Reading, podcasts, the Cincinnati Reds, camping, and boating on the lake

Favorite food: Skyline Chili

What I can't live without: Iced Coffee and Spotify

What I love about NKU: It's an extremely friendly, close-knit community.

Maddie Sensenstein
Project Director
(859) 572-5834
sensenstem1@nku.edu

Bio

Maddie Sensenstein started as the Project Director for the Norse Violence Prevention Center in July 2024. Maddie is a dedicated advocate, with a background in direct service, working with survivors to help them navigate the complexities of the legal system, access essential resources, and rebuild their lives. Maddie believes it is not just important, but absolutely necesssary, to use our voices to uplift and empower those who are overlooked and underrepresented. She is excited and grateful to be part of the NKU team and to have the opportunity to uplift and empower the students of NKU.

Likes: Spending time with my husband and dogs, traveling and good food.

Favorite Food: Wings and fries!

What I Cant Live Without: Iced coffee

What I love about NKU: I love the sense of community!

Jasmine Harris
Back-up Advocate

Bio

Jasmine serves as a part-time, back-up advocate to ensure coverage for NVP's drop-in advocacy support. She previously worked with NVP as a full-time advocate after interning as a trauma therapist with a local Northern Kentucky organization. She is excited to be serving NVP as an advocate for students at the university she loves most, NKU.

Likes: Herbalism, gardening, going to the farmers market, and cooking shows

Favorite food: Carrots and anything roasted, toasted, or smothered in sauce

What I can't live without: I couldn't live without flowers, luckily they are one of earth's eternal gifts.

What I love most about NKU: The endless support and care shown to the students that make NKU great!

Karlyn Yocum
MSW Intern
yocumk1@nku.edu

Bio

I really enjoy spending time with my husband, family, and our dog Dunder. I have lived in the NKY area all my life but have been in the Cincinnati area for the last three years. In my spare time, I coach high school basketball, spend time in the kitchen, and take on new adventures!

I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Thomas More University in 2019 and worked as Special Education Teacher during the pandemic. While working in the school system, I thought that I wanted to pursue School Psychology but quickly realized that it was not for me. In 2022, I accepted a position that required me to do a lot of social service by providing case management to single-parent families obtaining a college education. In the first few months of being in this role, I fell in love with social work. Currently, I am an NKU MSW student! I cannot wait to talk all things NKU with you!