{"id":81935,"date":"2025-06-25T08:54:13","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T12:54:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/engineering\/?page_id=81935"},"modified":"2026-02-27T10:46:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T15:46:53","slug":"engineering-student-ambassadors","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/engineering\/student-resources\/engineering-student-ambassadors\/","title":{"rendered":"Engineering Student Ambassadors"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Each year the College of Engineering selects a cohort of current undergraduate students to serve as Student Ambassadors. They represent the College of Engineering by sharing their college experiences and \u201csecrets of success\u201d with prospective students and their families at recruitment and college tradition events such as the Engineering Kick-Off, fall Open House events, individualized college tours, and spring Welcome Days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet the 2025-2026 Ambassadors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Arshaq Ahmed ’28<\/h1>\n\n
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Biomedical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A piece of advice I have is that you shouldn’t be afraid to ask questions or seek help early. Whether it\u2019s office hours with professors, study groups, or the Student Success Center, URI has a lot of options when it comes to getting help with your classes.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • URI Club Tennis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Intramural Volleyball<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Intramural Soccer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Caitlynn Allenson \u201827<\/h1>\n\n
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    Civil Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    What I love most about being a student in the College of Engineering at URI is being part of the strong, supportive community shared between students and faculty.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Megan Angell \u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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    Biomedical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If you’re a prospective engineering student, my advice is to stay curious and open to challenges. It\u2019s not always easy, but the tight knit engineering community guarantees that you\u2019ll never face these difficulties alone.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Greek Life<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Research student in Dr. Poling-Skutvik\u2019s lab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Jack Chaneski \u201828<\/h1>\n\n
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      Ocean Engineering and Marine Biology <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      As a College of Engineering student, I love that there are many opportunities for research and learning outside of the classroom. Plus, I have made many great friends with similar interests, passions, and goals through the COE and the LLC.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Theta Tau<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Engineers for a Sustainable World<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Marine Technology Society<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Marine Science Society<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Scuba Diving Club<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

        Darian Clay \u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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        Mechanical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        I love the research and organization opportunities available in URI\u2019s College of Engineering! To incoming students: GET INVOLVED make the most of your time and take the risk of trying new experiences.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Theta Tau Sigma Gamma<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Marine Technology Society<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Rowing Club<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Engineering Ambassadors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

          Mia Corradino \u201828<\/h1>\n\n
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          Mechanical Engineering and Spanish (IEP)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          My favorite experience so far in URI Engineering has been working with other students on fun engineering projects like the cardboard boat! It\u2019s so fun making new friends and working on something we all are passionate about.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Ram Marching Band<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Society of Women Engineers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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            Aiden Ferreira \u201828<\/h1>\n\n
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            Mechanical Engineering and German (IEP)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            There are so many amazing opportunities to take advantage of within the COE. The IEP program, student research opportunities, and clubs and organizations make the engineering experience here at URI all the more memorable. Take advantage of as much here as you can!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              \n
            • Theta Tau<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Sailing Club<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Undergraduate research with Dr. Ryan Poling-Skutvik<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

              Andrew Fricano \u201827<\/h1>\n\n
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              Ocean Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              One piece of advice: Go to the AEC for tutoring!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Undergrad Research<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Math and Physics tutor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                Christiana Gansallo ’27<\/h1>\n\n
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                Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Applied Math<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                Engineering is not always easy, but I am so grateful I found a community of people here at URI. Being an Engineering Ambassador has given me the wonderful opportunity to be a visible example for students who may not always see themselves represented in engineering. I love showing them they belong here and building community, growing through shared experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Student Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Black & Brown in Engineering, Science, & Technology (BBWESTS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • African Student Organization (ASO)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • URI Housing & Residential Life – Resident Assistant (RA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • RI-INBRE Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship <\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Science and Engineering Fellows Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Alima International Dance Association<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • AEC Math, Physics, & Chemistry Tutor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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                  Abby Hollingworth \u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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                  Biomedical Engineering, Minor in Mathematics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  A piece of advice I would give a prospective engineering student would be to not shy away from asking for extra help or assistance. There are so many amazing resources here from faculty, peers, and tutoring to take advantage of.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Student Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Recruitment Chair for the Women in Engineering Mentorship Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Engineering Student Ambassador<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Undergraduate Research Assistant for the Biomechanics and Wearables Laboratory under Dr. Ryan Chapman.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                    Mikaylee Lemanski \u201827<\/h1>\n\n
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                    Ocean Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                    What I love most about being in the College of Engineering at URI is the hands on experience. Whether it’s testing designs in the wave tank or working on research, you get to apply what you are learning to real life scenarios.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • Vice Chair of the Marine Technology Society<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Vice Regent of Theta Tau<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                      Abigail Lyon \u201829<\/h1>\n\n
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                      Biomedical Engineering and Spanish (IEP)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      Singing up and going to your first engineering class at URI may seem daunting, but don’t worry because the staff and your fellow students are willing to help you achieve all you can be.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Sailing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Theta Tau<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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                        Susanna Majkut \u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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                        Ocean Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                        URI’s Engineering program has opened the door to so many amazing opportunities. I’ve had the privilege of attending two research cruises during my time at URI, and they have been life changing!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        • ANCHOR Fellow<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Research<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                          Charlie Mather \u201829<\/h1>\n\n
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                          Mechanical Engineering and French<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                          My favorite experience so far in URI Engineering has to be the cardboard boat race that we did at the start of Freshman year. It was a great opportunity to work as a team, meet new people, and showcase our creativity<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                          Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          • International Engineering Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                            Lyneth Mendoza\u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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                            Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Applied Math<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                            Being an Engineering Ambassador has let me be an example for students who may not always see themselves in engineering. I love showing them they do belong here, while also building community and growing through shared experiences.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                            • SHPE<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • WEM<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • SWE<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • IEEE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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                              Kitara Pottebaum\u201827<\/h1>\n\n
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                              Ocean Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                              My biggest advice is to get involved. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions and meet new people. Attending office hours or joining a club can be incredibly beneficial. Most importantly, make time for yourself and what you enjoy!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                              Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                              •  Marine Technology Society<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • Engineers Without Borders<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • COE Connect Mentor<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • Research Student in Dr. Chang’s Lab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                                Hamzeh Tanbakji \u201827 <\/h1>\n\n
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                                Mechanical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                I would have to say that the thing I love most about being a student in the COE at URI would definitely be the passion, teamwork, and intelligent conversations you share with peers and faculty that you get the pleasure of networking with, and this in turn helps to set up a successful future career path for yourself.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                • COE Researcher<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • COE Ambassador<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • URI PowerLifting Team<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • MSA<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • URI Rhody Racing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Intramural Volleyball<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                                  Nora O\u2019Connor \u201828<\/h1>\n\n
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                                  Civil Engineering and Political Science<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                  Trust the process and know that you belong in the engineering program. Engineering is a hard major but along the way you find the things that make it all worth it.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                  Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  • Theta Tau<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Engineering Fraternity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • URI College Democrats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
                                    \n

                                    Abigail Tadamala \u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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                                    Electrical Engineering, Minors in Mathematics and Robotics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                    The thing I love most about being a student in the College of Engineering at URI is the community. From the beginning to now, that community has only grown stronger. Everyone is going through the same rigorous course load, so there is a lot of support all around you.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                    Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                    • SWE – former outreach chair and historian<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • PINK women<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                                      Savanna June Sheffield \u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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                                      Chemical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                      My favorite experience has been conducting drug delivery research in the Particle Engineering Lab and mentoring peers through Theta Tau workshops. Combining hands-on research with peer leadership has helped me grow both technically and professionally.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                        \n
                                      • Theta Tau (Scribe),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Tau Beta Pi (President)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                                        Jacob Spence \u201828<\/h1>\n\n
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                                        Mechanical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                        I love the community inside the college of engineering. All of the people I have had the privilege of meeting are helpful and wonderful. Also free printing.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                        Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                          \n
                                        • Theta Tau<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Lego Club<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • ASME<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
                                          \n

                                          Jack Stadtman \u201826<\/h1>\n\n
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                                          Mechanical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                          Engineering at URI allows you to go from in-class work to hands-on lab research almost immediately. You have access to multi-million dollar facilities and resources in the same building you have class in.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                          Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                            \n
                                          • DPML Lab<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • URI Submarine simulator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

                                            Nicole Stone \u201826 <\/h1>\n\n
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                                            Biomedical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                            Try your best to meet other in your major. Engineering can get tough, but your classmates can make it better.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                            Student<\/strong> Involvements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                            • Women in Engineering Mentor Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • COE Student Ambassador<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Alpha Xi Delta<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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