Meet Our Student Ambassadors
Chidi
Hometown: Lagos, Nigeria
Studying: Majoring in Healthcare, Minoring in Biology, Track in Pre Med
Involved in: Â鶹ÊÓƵ Union Board, Â鶹ÊÓƵ American Cancer Society, National Society of Black Engineers
Why did you choose Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
Â鶹ÊÓƵ stood out to me because of its strong emphasis on practical learning, which I believe is crucial for development. Additionally, the small class sizes and close-knit community foster an environment where people can truly connect and get the help and support they need from peers and professors.
What is your favorite thing about Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
The professors are dedicated to student success and the community makes me feel like both the teaching and non-teaching staff are dedicated to making sure students are comfortable and satisfied.
Braeden
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Studying: Electrical Engineering
Involved in: Club Hockey, Barbell Club
Why did you choose Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
I chose Â鶹ÊÓƵ to go to a smaller Engineering-focused school.
Genevieve
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Studying: Psychology and Pre-Physical Therapy
Involved In: Division III Softball, Undergraduate Research Labs, Teaching Assistant
Why did you choose Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
Â鶹ÊÓƵ was a different experience from my home in the city of Buffalo that offered beautiful scenery and a small close knit community. Softball was a large contributing factor to my decision and after how enjoyable my overnight with the team I was sold. I immediately felt welcome and like I was part of something special.
What is your favorite thing about Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
As a student-athlete I appreciate the focus on student before athlete and the individual attention and support provided by my coach and professors/staff.
Brigham
Hometown: Dudley, MA
Studying: Engineering and Management, Minoring in Project Management
Involved In: Treasurer of Club Hockey
What unique experiences have you been apart of thanks to Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
I traveled to Scotland and the Netherlands on a Global Experience Trip and this summer will be working at General Dynamics Mission Systems, a defense company.
Vivienne
Hometown: Beekmantown, NY
Studying: Psychology and Healthcare
Involved In: Community service, EMS, Admissions, Research
Why did you choose Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
I chose Â鶹ÊÓƵ because it has always been close to my heart. My father and I my whole life came to watch the hockey teams, and I used to figure skate in Cheel. The medical school acceptance rate certainly helps as well.
What is your favorite thing about Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
I love the community of Â鶹ÊÓƵ, I was very worried that I wouldn't find friends in college but I have a group of friends I couldn’t imagine my life without.
Nikul
Hometown: India (International Student)
Studying: Double Major Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, Minoring in Robotics
Involved In: Â鶹ÊÓƵ Rocketry, Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers
Why did you choose Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
Small size, scholarships and great engineering programs.
Bayley
Hometown: Massena, NY
Studying: Global Supply Chain Management minor in Biomedical Sciences and technologies
Involved In: Greek life, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Club Television
Why did you choose Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
My mother was a legacy of this school and being around Â鶹ÊÓƵ for my childhood I always had it as an option, I watched the hockey games when I was younger and when I toured Â鶹ÊÓƵ I was instantly hooked.
What is your favorite thing about Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
I enjoy the student life here at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. With 2400 undergrad students, we still have 200+ clubs and organizations that are always hosting events around campus for the general student body.
Blake
Hometown: Seattle, Washington
Studying: B.S. in Civil Engineering with a Business Minor
Involved In: Outing Club Officer, Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity Member, Climbing Wall Attendant, and Admissions Ambassador
Why did you choose Â鶹ÊÓƵ? I chose Â鶹ÊÓƵ because I liked the small engineering school and the access to the outdoors.
What is your favorite thing about Â鶹ÊÓƵ? My favorite thing about Â鶹ÊÓƵ is the community I was able to make here, ranging from my friends in the outing club to close relationships with professors on campus.