IWD: Meet Maryann Mommersteeg
This International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting USC alumni and long-serving staff whose experiences reflect the depth and evolution of our organization. From former student leaders who carried their USC experience into their careers and communities, to staff members who have supported students behind the scenes, their stories demonstrate the important role women have played, and continue to play, in shaping student leadership, advocacy, and campus life. Student-led spaces are often where confidence is built, voices are strengthened, and future leaders emerge. By spotlighting these experiences, we aim to celebrate contributions that have not always been equally visible and to acknowledge the impact women have had on the USC’s growth and direction over time.
Maryann Mommersteeg is the USC’s Accounting Manager. She came to the USC in 1987 working in a part-time role and a few years later moved into the Finance Department where she has been ever since. We caught up with Maryann to ask about her time with the USC:
Looking back, what are you most proud of from your time with the USC?
I am most proud of the relationships, many smart, knowledgeable, strong, impactful women, have come through the USC front door.
What’s something about the USC today that didn’t exist when you first started?
Technology and automation, also staff development training.
Were there other women through the USC, mentors, peers, student leaders, who had a lasting impact on you?
The impact of my mentors has kept me moving forward in my role here at the USC. Working everyday with student leaders and their positive energy keeps me wanting to be a part of their success story. It’s amazing to play a small part of the big picture.
What advice would you offer to women / female-identifying students who aspire to lead in an organization?
Believe in yourself and your strengths.
What gives you hope when you think about the next generation of women leaders?
USC provides the environment for the enhancement of students for the next generation to be involved and lead.
