Meet the Student Ambassadors

Hi! My name is Faith Shaughnessy. I’m a senior from Winston-Salem NC studying mass communications with a minor in creative writing. I’m one of three Ambassador program directors and I’m in charge of hiring & recruitment, social media, and overnight trips. When I’m not giving campus tours, you can find…

I’m Alison Sink, one of the program directors for the university ambassadors. I’m an interdisciplinary studies major with a religious studies minor and a member of the class of 2022. I’m originally from Taylorsville, NC but have been loving my time in Asheville! When I’m not doing ambassador work you…

My name is Maggie and I am an Earth Science major with a chemistry minor. I am a Program Director for the ambassador program and I am currently doing research on water contamination with metals. I chose UNCA for the small class sizes and the opportunity to do research at…

My name is Katie Kubla, and I’m an English Creative Writing major with a 6-12 Teaching Licensure and Psychology minor from the class of 2022! I’m originally from Pinehurst, NC, and I came to Asheville because of the artsy, open minded, and fun atmosphere as well as because of the…

Hello! I'm Mckenzie, a sociology major with a minor in psychology. I'm a member of the class of 2022, and I'm originally from Winston-Salem. I chose UNCA because of the close-knit community that the campus provides as well as the location of Asheville. I love to hike, eat great food,…

I’m Kiana Washburn, a Management major with Economics minor, and a member of the Class of 2022, originally from Marion, NC. For fun, I enjoy being around friends, watching movies, and spending time outdoors.

I'm Kait, a chemistry major and member of the class of 2023, originally from Hendersonville, NC. I chose UNCA because of the amazing downtown area and river arts district, in combination with gorgeous hiking trails that are so close to the school!

My name is Sadie Scott and I am a sophomore Psychology major here at UNCA! My hometown is Goldsboro, NC and I was first drawn to UNCA because it is in the mountains and it has a smaller class size: perfect for an introvert like me. My experience here has…

I'm Aliyah Rao, a chemistry major as well as a double minor in biology and neuroscience on the Pre-Med track. I am a member of the class of 2023, originally from Hickory, NC. I am going to be a Program Director for the 2022-2023 academic year. I am currently an…

Hello! My name is Haley Davison. I am a history major with a double minor in political science and Africana studies. I grew up in Matthews, NC, however my family now lives in Monroe, NC. I chose UNC Asheville for a couple reasons. I could tell that the faculty and…

I’m S.J., a chemistry major and a member of the class of 2024. I’m originally from King, NC but I love being in Asheville! The people and scenery of UNCA, and Asheville as a whole make me feel right at home and I’m so happy to be a part of…

I’m Lani, an Arts Management and Entrepreneurship major and member of the class of 2022. In addition I am also the VP of our campus a capella group the Keytones and the new PR & Marketing representative for our theatre department.

Hi! I'm Laura Olls, a junior from Stanley NC (near Charlotte). Woo class of 2023! I am a history major and a drama minor. I chose UNCA in part because of the tour I took, so here I am trying to offer the same experience for others. Hope to see…

I’m Lauren, a History and Mass Communication double major and member of the class of 2022, originally from Raleigh, NC. I enjoy spending time on campus, participating in clubs like Asheville Campus Entertainment, walking through the Botanical Gardens, or just relaxing on the quad. I applied to UNC Asheville because…

Hi- I'm Emma, a political science major with a human rights studies minor. I'm a member of the class of 2023, originally from Raleigh NC.

Hi I'm Jessie Nilsen. I'm a sophomore from Los Angeles, California. I'm studying Biochemistry and minoring in Dance. I love UNC Asheville because of all of the support systems in place for us students and the caring faculty that wants to see us all succeed.

Hey ya’ll! I’m Abby, and I’m a history major and 6-9 teacher licensure student from Apex, North Carolina. I love being in Asheville because I can experience city life and rural mountain areas at the same time! Outside of academics, I’m a part of the campus ministry here called the…

My name is Alex Pritchard, and I’m a junior majoring in Mass Communication and minoring in Spanish. I’m originally from Raleigh, North Carolina. I chose UNC Asheville because a smaller school environment appealed to me, and also because I love the mountains and the Asheville area. In addition to being…

Howdy, my name is MacGregor VanBeurden. I am currently a junior studying Political Science and Business Management, as well as the founding president of the UNCA Young Activist Club.

My name is Ali Cardona-Cedeño, I am a fourth year Sociology major and Anthropology minor here at UNCA. I was born in California but raised in Charlotte North Carolina. I have been with our student ambassador team since 2019 and have loved being able to show our campus off to…

Hi I'm Thomas. I am a senior from Charlotte, NC. I am an environmental management and policy major. I chose UNCA because I love the mountains and the easy communication with my professors. In my free time I like going on hikes and watching tv.

My name is Andrew Parker, and I am a senior at UNCA studying Anthropology with a minor in management. I come from Holly Springs, North Carolina, but the long drive is more than worth it. Asheville is a beautiful place with incredible people, and I couldn’t be happier out here…

Hello, my name is Hannah Rose! I am a double major in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Sociology. I am from the Outer Banks, so when I chose UNCA I jokingly told my parents that I wanted to be on the opposite side of the state so that they…

My name is Riley Hall! I’m from Greensboro, North Carolina, but I’ve moved around quite a bit. I’ll be graduating from UNC Asheville in May of 2023 with a degree in German and a minor in International Studies. I’m also going to be a Program Director for the 2022-2023 school…