Makele is joining The College of Public Health's Office of Student Affairs team as the newest academic advisor. They will be advising student's with last names H-O. Previously, Makele was working as a Survivor Advocate in Counseling & Psych Services here at UArizona. She has a bachelor's degree in gender studies from the University of Utah. In their free time, Makele enjoys making art, spending time with their animals, and thrifting!