Staff
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Kasi Shelton
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Kasi, a graduate of The University of Oklahoma and native of the Norman and Oklahoma City Jewish Communities, brings a unique perspective to Oklahoma Hillels. After spending years as a sommelier and beverage director in NYC, Kasi returned to Oklahoma and began her career in the non-profit sector. She has a master’s degree in non-profit management, is a former educator at Temple B'nai Israel, and has served on the board at Hillel.
Kasi's passion is our students. Being their partner as they develop into tomorrow's leaders is the greatest gift she has ever been given. When not at Hillel, Kasi loves spending time with family and friends and traveling. She is proud to be a part of this organization, knowing the lifelong impact it has on students, alumni, and community.
CONTACT: executivedirector@ouhillel.org
Carly Fleck grew up in Kalamazoo, Michigan, before attending Grand Valley State University (GVSU) in Grand Rapids, where she earned a degree in Communication Studies.
During her time at GVSU, Carly discovered Hillel and found a Jewish community that shaped her college experience. She quickly became involved, serving as Hillel’s Social Media Editor and Vice President, and later interned with the Jewish Federation of Grand Rapids as a Communications Specialist.
Carly’s involvement with Hillel inspired her to pursue a career in Jewish communal work. She spent two years as Houston Hillel’s Springboard Fellow before serving three years as Assistant Director, supporting Jewish student engagement and community building across multiple campuses. She recently graduated from Hebrew Union College with a Master’s in Jewish Nonprofit Management and now serves as Assistant Director of Oklahoma Hillels, bringing her passion and experience to students across the state.
Outside of work, Carly enjoys walking her two dogs, spending time with her fiancé, practicing photography, and exploring new restaurants.
CONTACT: carly@ouhillel.org
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Carly Fleck
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Central Oklahoma
Lilly Burlison
ENGAGEMENT AND PROGRAMS PROFESSIONAL
Northeastern Oklahoma + University of Oklahoma
Lilly Burlison grew up in Southern California before attending the University of Connecticut, where she spent two years studying and becoming involved in Jewish student life through UConn Hillel as a student board member. After her family relocated to Texas, Lilly transferred to the University of Oklahoma to continue her studies in Social Cognitive Science. During her senior year at OU, Lilly joined Oklahoma Hillels as a student intern before transitioning into her current role as Engagement and Programs Professional.
Through her experiences with Hillel, Lilly discovered a passion for creating meaningful Jewish experiences and building strong student communities. Outside of work, Lilly enjoys baking, traveling, spending time in nature, and being with friends and family. Lilly is excited to continue growing Jewish student life in Oklahoma and helping students find community, connection, and a place to belong.
CONTACT: lilly@ouhillel.org
Miriam Belmaker, PhD, grew up in Israel. She served as a lieutenant in the IDF and completed her BA in Archaeology at Haifa University, and her PhD in Evolution at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. As an archaeologist, she has participated in numerous excavations in Israel, spanning from 1.6 million years ago to the Mamluk period. She is excited about her role in Oklahoma Hillels and looks forward to working with the students and faculty in the Tulsa area.
CONTACT: tulsa@ouhillel.org
Miriam Belmaker
TULSA AREA FACULTY DIRECTOR
Ryan Rasnick
PART-TIME CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
CONTACT: ryan@ouhillel.org
Ryan Rasnick is a University of Oklahoma graduate and Oklahoma-based professional originally from Los Angeles. He became involved with Oklahoma Hillels through a desire to support Jewish students and strengthen opportunities for Jewish life throughout Oklahoma. Through his work on campus, Ryan brings a unique perspective on student engagement, campus life, and Sooner Athletics.
Ryan enjoys contributing to an organization that provides students with a welcoming home away from home and helps them build lifelong friendships, leadership skills, and connections to Jewish life. Outside of Hillel and OU, he enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.