New Mexico State University
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We desire to be a place for skeptics, Christians, and everyone in between to come face-to-face with the real Jesus. Regardless of your beliefs or doubts, RUF is a place where you are free explore Christianity and grow in your understanding of who Jesus is and what it means to follow him in community with others at NMSU.
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Meet Our Team
Daniel Davalos
Daniel was born in Cali, Colombia, and moved to the US when he was 7 years old. He earned his journalism degree in 2015 from the University of Georgia. During college he became involved with RUF and began to explore the depths of God's grace and the cosmic scope of Christ's work.
Daniel met his wife, Brittany, during an RUF student leadership retreat. After dating long-distance for two years, they couldn't take it anymore and finally got married in 2017. Daniel and Brittany moved to St. Louis, MO, in 2018 to study at Covenant Seminary. Brittany graduated with an MA in Counseling in 2021, and Daniel with an MDiv in 2022. They now have a needy dog, Ringo, and an adorable daughter, Lucia.
Daniel enjoys sci-fi movies, hiking, board games, and pickle ball because he's old. He's stoked to serve NMSU students by showing them the love of Jesus.
Madelaine Smith
Madelaine graduated from Appalachian State University where she studied Sociology and Spanish. She grew up in Hickory, North Carolina, just outside of Charlotte. She enjoys dance parties and eats dessert after every meal. Her favorite parts of the day are meal times, especially when they are shared with friends. Madelaine is excited to work for RUF at NMSU!
Lilah Johnson
Lilah grew up in Seattle, WA and graduated from the University of Washington with degrees in Psychology and Spanish. Lilah has been a part of RUF at UW for all four years of college. She has appreciated the chance to learn more about God in a gospel centered community, make new friends, and receive mentorship from the wonderful RUF staff members. Having never lived outside of Seattle, Lilah is stoked to live in Las Cruces and explore the desert!
Lilah loves meeting new people, exploring new topics, or having fun on the soccer field. Watching a movie with friends (hopefully Star Wars), reading a book on a quiet day, playing sports, or finding a new hike are all places you'll find Lilah on a Saturday afternoon.
Lilah is very excited to be an intern! She is especially looking forward to getting to know her students and growing in her relationship with God! She would love to meet new students and hear their story.