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Engineering Student Ambassadors<\/h1><\/div><\/div>
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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<\/a>, fall Open House<\/a> events, individualized college tours, and spring Welcome Days<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet the 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

    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

      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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        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\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<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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              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\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

                  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<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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                    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\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

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