Meet the Ambassadors
Selma Ait-Bella
Junior
Sociology
"As a sociology student interested in critically examining social institutions, PSA offers me valuable insight into understanding the university and its administrative dynamics. Additionally, PSA has given me the ability to connect with a cohort of supportive students with a wide range of professional goals and experiences which serves as a sense of motivation for me as I navigate the process of planning my future!"
Sanjana Davis
Junior
Biomedical Engineering
"I joined PSA so I could take initiative and have a role in bettering the future of VCU while making meaningful connections in the process."
William Atkins IV
Junior
Mass Communnications
"I joined PSA because I wanted to see what higher education consisted of and how it plays a role in students' lives every day."
Harper Reed
Senior
Sociology
"I joined PSA to learn more about the many opportunities VCU has to offer. Since being a part of it, I have also learned how I can connect with those offices to make a positive impact on my campus and within my VCU experience."
Lawrenda Avowlanou
Senior
HPEX
"I became a presidential student ambassador because it will allow me to develop my leadership abilities, make a positive difference, and make long-lasting connections that will help both my personal and professional growth. Overall, it's a chance to be part of something bigger and contribute to positive change, which is a rewarding experience."
Alexus Epps
Junior
Business
"I joined the PSA program to gain exposure to how a large university operates, in addition to the opportunity to connect and collaborate with a variety of individuals from different walks of life"
Tristan Haag
Senior
Anthropology
"I joined PSA to connect with peer leaders from across the university and to learn more about how our institution operates."
Jo Adams
Sophomore
Political Science
"I joined PSA because it allowed me to hone my leadership and communication skills while inspiring other students to take a more active role in representing the school."
Nitin Kanuri
Sophomore
Busines/Pre-Dentistry
"I became an ambassador to apply myself as a community leader and connect with the VCU administrative office."
Llorielle Gregory-Jerome
Junior
Psychology
"I joined PSA to be surrounded by likeminded students at VCU who care about the community and to get a deeper understanding about the inter-workings of the different divisions/departments at the university. I want to show other students that there are programs that you can be apart of the add even more value to your educational experience."
Tobi Ojo
Sophomore
Sociology and Health Services
"As a sociology student interested in critically examining social institutions, PSA offers me valuable insight into understanding the university and its administrative dynamics. Additionally, PSA has given me the ability to connect with a cohort of supportive students with a wide range of professional goals and experiences which serves as a sense of motivation for me as I navigate the process of planning my future!"
Destiny Britton
Junior
Biology Major
"I joined PSA because I wanted to learn more about how leadership works within a University and how students can be a part of these decisions."
Swara Chokshi
Sophomore
Bioinformatics
"I decided to be a part of PSA to entrench myself deeper within the VCU and Richmond community as well as gain insight into connecting students to the administration."
Amylela Creque
Junior
International Business Management
"I decided to become a President Student Ambassador to bridge the gap between students and administration, as well as VCU and its surrounding communities. I joined with an open mind, and with that, I have learned so much about the values of service, integrity, grit, and respect."