There’s another new beginning at UT Permian Basin with the launch of the Falcon Ambassador Program.
“It’s a season of change at UT Permian Basin and we thought this would be the perfect time to start a program like this,” Falcon Ambassador advisor, David Gonzalez said.
Ambassadors are leaders that are proud students willing to represent the University on and off campus. They serve as the student body’s representatives at all University related events around the community.
Fifteen students were selected to join the inaugural group.
“More than two dozen students initially applied,” Falcon Ambassador advisor Delma Lay said. “We spent two days interviewing each student and making our final choices. It was tough. We had a great group of students interested in joining.”
UT Permian Basin President Dr. Sandra Woodley presented the 2018-2019 Falcon Ambassadors with their acceptance letters at the Falcon’s home football game against Western New Mexico.
“We are so proud of these students,” Dr. Woodley said. “They work hard to excel in the classroom and we can’t wait for them to represent our University.”
Meet the ambassadors below:
Kosisochukwu Arinze is an economics major. She wanted to join the Falcon Ambassador program to serve as the link between students and the University.
Sandra Barrera is a petroleum geology major. “I wanted to give back to the community and be more involved with UT Permian Basin,” she said.
Andrea Despain is a psychology major. She applied to the program because she wanted to represent the student body. “I want to show people how amazing it is to be a Falcon,” she said.
April Flores is a math major. Flores hopes to develop her leadership skills and engage with her classmates. “I joined because I want to give students the best Falcon experience,” Flores said.
Ruben Guerra is a communications major. He applied to the program with his future in mind. “I want to build networking skills that I’ll need when I graduate,” he said.
Claudia Hermosillo comes to the Falcon Ambassador program studying business management. “I want to represent the student body and be more involved,” she said.
Evelyn Mojica is a petroleum engineering student. She says it’s a privilege to serve as the University’s first impression of the student body. “I want to represent the students and our University,” Mojica said.
Liliana Nieto is a math major. She joined to be better connected to her peers. “I’m excited to meet and work with new people in the UT Permian Basin community,” she said.
Rebecca Ornelas comes to the Falcon Ambassadors as a biology major. She says she wants to help other students have a positive experience at UT Permian Basin. “I love the Success Center,” she said. “I can show students the great parts of campus and resources we have.”
As a marketing major, Eduardo Quinones hopes to hone his marketing skills as a Falcon Ambassador. “I want to present a good image for the University,” he said. “This is a good opportunity to be more involved.”
Cassidy Reddell is a biology major. From football games to campus events, Reddell loves all things UT Permian Basin. “I want to share my love for the University to the public,” she said.
Abbygail Salcido is a biology major. She says the Falcon Ambassador program was the perfect fit for her and what she wanted to accomplish while in college. “I want to bring more spirit to the student body and campus life,” she said.
Jose Tarango comes to the Falcon Ambassadors as a biology major. He applied to the program because he wanted to represent the University in a professional manner. “I wanted to give back to the University that has done so much for me.
Verenice Uribe is a marketing major. She saw the Falcon Ambassador program as a great way to create opportunities for her. “I wanted to be involved,” she said. “I’m excited to see where it takes me.”
Emmanuel Wekesa is a nursing major. He joined the Falcon Ambassador program to share his love for the University. “I love UT Permian Basin and I want to show people how amazing it is,” he said.
If you’re interested in learning more about Falcon Ambassadors, you can reach the advisors at: falconambassadors@utpb.edu.
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