Transfer Ambassadors

UC’s Transfer Ambassadors are representatives of the University of Cincinnati, Clifton Campus. Serving as the "face" of the University of Cincinnati through the lens of a transfer/transition student, Transfer Ambassadors are responsible for fostering a positive and welcoming environment at the university for all students and guests - in particular, those in transition.

Ambassadors volunteer their time by providing support to the Transfer & Transition Advising Center through assisting at Transfer Welcome events, leading campus tours, and helping with transfer programming throughout the school year.

Our Ambassadors look forward to welcome new transfer and transition students to the University of Cincinnati!

Become a Transfer Ambassador

Current Transfer Ambassadors

Alejandro D.

Major: Finance & Business Economics

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: Transferring schools can be extremely challenging and sometimes intimidating. But let me tell you that once you overcome the barrier of adaptation you will realize that it was the best decision you could ever make. As an international transfer student, I also went through the process of overcoming difficulties and setbacks and is why my passion to help students do the same motivated me to become a transfer ambassador. Nobody should feel that they are in this alone and is why I am here to say: you can count on me!

Favorite quote: "You have to believe in the long-term plan you have but you need the short-term goals to motivate and inspire you." -Roger Federer

Fun fact: I am a passionate tennis fanatic and watched all the pros play in the Miami Open in 2012.

Andrew L.

Major: Business Economics

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: I chose to become a Transfer Ambassador because I wanted to make every students transition to UC as easy and as comfortable as possible. I have transferred schools three different times so I'm all too familiar with the process. When I was transferring, I never really had someone who I could go to for help or when I had any questions. I want to be that person for any new student transferring to UC so that I can help them pursue their passions.

Favorite quote: "Treat people as if they were what they ought to be, and you help them become what they are capable of being."

Fun fact: I love baseball and my favorite team is the St. Louis Cardinals.

Bridgette M.

Major: Neurobiology Minor: Physics

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: When I transferred to UC, I wasn't aware of transfer welcomes, but I had a few great friends I can credit for helping me acclimate to UC. I was very lucky to know people at UC before I transferred, and I could only imagine how difficult it would be to transfer without help. I became a Transfer Ambassador to welcome and help other transfer students at UC.

Favorite Quote: Don't die before you're dead.

Fun Fact: I've been to five countries: Canada, England, Italy, France, and Belgium.

Lucy H.

Major: Communication Sciences & Disorders

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: I am so much happier after my transfer to UC and I want other people to feel the same way I do. I was so nervous to get up and move to a different school but after I did it I couldn’t see my life any other way. I want other people to feel confident in their decision to transfer. I also want the experience to be as smooth for other people as it was for me.

Favorite quote: "If you want to make the world a better place, take a look at yourself and then make the change" -Michael Jackson

Fun fact: I have worked at a summer camp for five years.

Madelyn Z.

Major: Information Systems Minor: Management

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: I wanted to be a Transfer Ambassador because I want to help students who are transferring to UC by helping them get involved on campus, and aid them in the transition! Being a Transfer Ambassador gives me the opportunity to help students who have transferred thrive at UC!

Favorite quote: "Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time." -Thomas A. Edison

Fun fact: I have been to five different countries in the past two years, and I plan to travel to more this summer! I love to travel, and am always willing to talk to about fun and exciting destinations!

Malcolm D.

Major: Psychology

Why I wanted to be a transfer ambassador: After being guided by the transfer ambassadors during my own transfer orientation, I felt right at home and felt like I was already part of a welcoming community here at UC. I wanted to be a transfer ambassador so I could give back and make new transfer students feel as welcome as I did when I stepped on campus.

Favorite Quote: “It’s not about the situation, it’s about the response.”

Fun Fact: I was a competitive swimmer for 15 years.

Megan L.

Major: Biomedical Engineering

Why I wanted to be a Transfer Ambassador: I had an amazing experience transferring to UC, but I had a lot of questions that I didn't know who to ask about. I became a Transfer Ambassador so I would be able to answer all the questions of incoming transfer students and help them have as great of an experience as I did.

Favorite Quote: "Don't treat people as bad as they are, treat them as good as you are."

Fun Fact: I can walk on my hands across a basketball court.

Megan M.

Major: Chemistry

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: Being a Transfer Ambassador means so much to me, as I get to hang out with incredible transfer students and show them just how great UC really is!

Favorite quote:

Fun fact: Some of my favorite things include my dog, Rooney, as well as a nice pint of Graeter's Boldy Bearcat ice cream.

Shannon R.

Major: Political Science Minor: German

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: I wanted to be a Transfer Ambassador because I think that it’s important for transfer and transition students to have others to reach out to and see that went through a similar experience, and can help with that transition period onto campus!

Favorite quote: "I’ve always just operated with the attitude that if I work just as hard as I can, everything will be fine" -Claire Saffitz

Fun fact: I’m ambidextrous!

Stephen S.

Major: Entrepreneurship

Why I chose to be a Transfer Ambassador: I am motivated to serve the University as a Transfer Ambassador to welcome new and current Bearcats to the UC Uptown Campus. My experience as both a student and student leader has been terrific here. The mission of the Transfer Center is to promote student success. My personal mission as a Transfer Ambassador is to instill confidence in our students and welcome them warmly to our fine institution.

Favorite quote: "Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly, leave the rest to God." -Ronald Reagan

Fun fact: I have attended multiple TED Talks and I have a personal goal to share my own "ideas worth spreading" one day.