The Student Ambassador Program in the College of Science and Mathematics has a long and rich history benefiting the College community and University at large. Our student Ambassadors help to promote the importance of, and accessibility to, STEM education, research opportunities, and careers. While highlighting the need for diversification within the field, they lead activities that are designed to cultivate a sense of belonging among prospective and current College of Science and Mathematics students.
The application will become available during the spring semester for students interested in applying to become an Ambassador. Please contact the Dean’s Office should you have any questions about the program.
Meghan Craig
- Major: Earth and Environmental Science with a minor in Sustainability Science
- Fun Fact: Meghan was inspired by a program in the seventh grade to pursue an environmental science based field
Kaya Knyz
- Major: Biology
- Fun Fact: Kaya loves hiking, skiing, spending time with friends and family, painting, traveling, swimming, and reading
Torie Gilles
- Major: Biology with a minor in Public Health
- Fun Fact: Torie would love to become a nurse practitioner and enjoys crocheting in her spare time
Sarah Estupinan
- Major: Physics with a minor in Mathematics
- Fun Fact: Sarah was born in Colombia and fell in love with science and math while in elementary school
Stephanie Montoya
- Major: Physics with a minor in Mathematics
- Fun Fact: Stephanie is now enrolled in a PhD in Physics program at the University of Florida
Charvi Parashar
- Major: Dual major in Data Science and Language, Business, and Culture with a concentration in Italian with a minor in Business
- Fun Fact: When Char has free time, she enjoys creating pottery
Janice Kapelevich
- Major: Molecular Biology with a minor in Chemistry
- Fun Fact: Janice aspires to become a physician and is an active member of the Association of Women in Science
Josemy Barrera
- Major: Dual Major in Sustainability Science and Jurisprudence, Law and Society
- Fun Fact: Josemy was inspired by his grandmother and shares many fond memories exploring the natural sciences with her
Melissa Spigelman
- Major: Molecular Biology
- Fun Fact: Melissa is a part of the Association of Women in Science and writes blog posts for their advocacy committee
Hrisa Goga
- Major: Dual Major in Molecular Biology and Classics with a minor in Chemistry
- Fun Fact: Hrisa was the youngest ambassador in history joining as a freshmen in her second semester
Syeda Begum
- Major: Computer Science with a minor in Data Science
- Fun Fact: Syeda dreams of becoming a web developer or pursuing a career in in cyber security