The First-Year Experience (FYE) Ambassador Program is a dynamic student leadership opportunity designed to support, engage, and empower new students during their transition to college life. FYE Ambassadors serve as peer leaders who play a vital role in creating a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for first-year students.
Each FYE Ambassador is strategically placed within First-Year Experience courses, where they serve as a peer mentor embedded directly in the classroom experience. In this role, Ambassadors support students in navigating academic expectations, connecting with campus resources, and building confidence during their first semester.
Through mentorship, programming, and outreach, Ambassadors help new students build meaningful connections and develop a strong sense of belonging. They assist with signature FYE events, facilitate small group interactions, and serve as a consistent, relatable resource both inside and outside of the classroom.
In addition to supporting their peers, FYE Ambassadors gain valuable leadership experience, strengthen their communication and organizational skills, and contribute to the overall success of the campus community. The program fosters personal growth, professional development, and a commitment to service—preparing Ambassadors to become impactful leaders both on campus and beyond.
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Ambassador Leadership

Skylar Long
Junior
Biomedical Sciences

Alexandria Ojo
Senior
Public Health

Kenya Woods
Junior
Finance
FYE Ambassadors

Katie Berger
Junior
Nursing

Brendon Brown
Freshman
Management

Jaidyn Cowans
Senior
Criminal Justice

Kayla Graves
Junior
Biomedical Sciences

Proshat Hekhamenesh
Senior
Neuroscience

Jas Hobbs
Junior
Kinesiology

Maleah Marbury
Freshman
Public Health

Jordyn Mashia-Moore
Senior
Public Health

Connor Nguyen
Senior
Biomedical Engineering & Mathematics

Kaija Parker
Junior
Immunology

Lamar Perkins
Sophomore
Political Science

Allyson Pinkston-King
Senior
Neuroscience

Shamaree'Ian Powell
Sophomore
Dean's Scholar - Pre-Nursing

Lizz Mitchelle
Sophomore
Biology

Jada Roland
Senior
Biology

Prisha Sampat
Sophomore
Biomedical Sciences

Kat Stockton
Junior
Dean's Scholar - Pre-Nursing

Emma Vianco
Sophomore
Dean's Scholar - Pre-Nursing

Jacelyn Wiggins
Sophomore
Criminal Justice

Andrew Williams
Junior
Management

Brady Williamson
Sophomore
Dean's Scholar - Pre-Nursing - NURP