Ambassadors

Other activities: Facilities and Services Chair of Student Senate 38, Vice President of Women of Color Alliance, Student Representative for UCOD, Center of Cultural Engagement Lead Ambassador, United Nations Youth Representative of Nadam Foundation, Student Political Action Committee, ESL Tutor, Impact Fellow for Creative Inquiry, Research Assistant for Political Science Department

Bio: I am Tasfia Ahmad (tus-fee-ya AH-mad) and I am a junior on the pre-law track. I am from Egg Harbor Township, NJ. I am very involved and interested in research, law, and domestic and international affairs. Feel free to reach out if anything I am involved in, double majoring, or the amazing things Lehigh has to offer!

Other activities: Technology Research and Communications (TRAC) Fellow, Impact Fellow, Mountaintop Summer Research Fellow, AT for Introduction to Psychology, Student Grader for the Math Department, Research Assistant for Dr. Carlisle, Research Assistant for Dr. Moskowitz, Tutor for the CSO, Peer Educator and Outreach Chair for SPEAK, Lehigh Student Success Advising Board Member, Member of Psi Chi Psychology Honors Society, First-year Mentor for Mentor Collective Lehigh University.

Bio: Hello everyone, I'm Joseph, and I am a Junior doing a Dual Degree in Psychology and HMS with minors in Cognitive Science and English. I am originally from NYC and now live in Bucks County. At Lehigh, I am very involved with research, working in two different psychology labs studying attention/memory and prejudice/bias. In addition, I am an Impact Fellow, where I studied the effects of social media on adolescents' relationships, disclosures, and well-being. I also love to teach; I am an AT for the Introduction to Psychology class, a TRAC writing fellow, a tutor for the local middle school, a peer educator for SPEAK, and a mentor for first-year students. Beyond campus, I worked at a drug discovery company in Montreal, studying Parkinson's disease and gaining a general understanding of research and medication development. 

Outside of school, I love to read, write, and listen to music. I am currently writing a collection of short stories about childhood nostalgia; my favorite author is John Steinbeck, and my favorite artists are Conan Gray, Ariana Grande, Phoebe Bridgers, and more! I have around 35 plants that I care for, and I collect many things, such as magazines, Snoopy memorabilia, Monet prints, classic novels, and anything I can put on my walls. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!!

Other activities: Eckardt Scholars Honor Program, Research Assistant at The Martindale Center for the Study of Private Enterprise, Alumnus of The Iaccoca International Internship Program, Vice-President and founding Executive of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity, University Committee on Discipline, Technology Research and Communication (TRAC) Fellow, CAS Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Bio: Hi, I’m Michael. I am a junior from Bergen County, New Jersey, studying Economics and Political Science. At Lehigh, I’m a pre-law student interested in working in economic regulation. I helped found Phi Alpha Delta, Lehigh’s coeducational pre-law fraternity, which now has over 170 members. Beyond campus, I’ve interned in immigration law and public defense. This past summer, I researched corporate involvement in student housing right here in South Bethlehem. When I’m not working, I love to write, read, cook for my friends, and scroll through Facebook Marketplace; I collect stained glass lamps, and it’s my primary means of acquisition!

Other activities: Posse Scholar, Women's Club Rugby, Gryphon (Resident Assistant), Black Student Union, Research Assistant in the Balmonte Lab (Lehigh Oceans), Ostem, volunteer at Lehigh Valley Health Network  

Bio: Hey! I'm Mia, a junior biochemistry major from the Bay Area. I'm pretty involved on campus; I play rugby with an amazing group of people, work as a Gryphon in the first year dorms, and do research in the Balmonte Lab studying microbial processes in polar environments. I also volunteer at one of the local hospitals and am part of some great communities like BSU and Ostem. Happy to chat about anything at Lehigh - academics, campus life, or just what it's like being here!

Other activities: Marketing Intern for the LU/UN Partnership, Research Assistant in the International Relations Department, Co-President of the Lehigh Chapter of United Nations Association, Alumna of the Iacocca International Internship Program in Montenegro, Secretary of the Women’s Strength Society, Vice President of the World Affairs Club, Greek Life

Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Claire and I’m a junior from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. I am studying International Relations with minors in German Language and Environmental Studies. After Lehigh, I am interested in doing international or geopolitical work in the private sector. I am deeply involved in all things United Nations on Lehigh’s campus, and often find myself at the UN Headquarters in NYC for different conferences or briefings! This past summer, I travelled to Podgorica, Montenegro through the Iacocca International Internship Program and worked in the Center for Climate Change, Energy, and Natural Resources at University Donja Gorica. Outside of school and work, I love to read, take walks on the Greenway, and listen to music. If any of this sounds interesting or you have more questions, please feel free to reach out!

Other activities: Chabad, TAMID, Women's Club volleyball, Lehigh Friends of Israel, Psychology Club, Impact Fellowship

Bio: Hi! My name is Tiana Eshaghoff and I am currently a junior from New York City! I am studying Psychology with minors in entrepreneurship and cognitive science. Outside of school, I love playing volleyball and spending time with family and friends. Please feel free to reach out with any questions at all, I would love to chat!

Other activities: Pre-law society, Phi Alpha Delta pre-law business fraternity, Lehigh Mock Trial, Campus Impact Fellow 

Bio: Hello, my name is Josh Haas, and I’m a current sophomore at Lehigh. I’m from Emmaus, PA, which is a small town in the Lehigh Valley area. I’m a political science major on the pre-law track, so I intend to go to law school after graduating from Lehigh, currently intending on going into commercial litigation. Some of the clubs/activities that I’m a part of are the pre-law society, Phi Alpha Delta, Lehigh’s pre-law business fraternity, and Lehigh’s Mock Trial team, where I have the pleasure of serving as the team’s Director of Administration. In addition, I am currently an Impact Fellow for the Beyond Worlds Campus Impact Fellowship, which aims to create a Beyond Worlds space on campus for political dialogue. If you have any questions about anything related to political science, pre-law, or even if you just want to chat, feel free to reach out to me!

Other activities: Giving campus tours to prospective students and families. Serving as a Gryphon (RA) and planning fun resident events. Volunteering with LUEMS, our student EMS squad. Working as an undergraduate researcher in both the Babcock and Phage labs. Managing daily operations as an assistant lab manager in the HST building. Eckardt Scholar.

Bio: Hey everyone! I’m Tuana, and I am from South Jersey, and majoring in Neuroscience (on the pre-med track), and minoring in Chinese. Being a tour guide is easily one of my favorite roles on campus because I love connecting with prospective students and sharing what makes our community so special. Beyond tours, I serve as a Gryphon (RA), where I get to plan fun community events like our "Flower Fondue Fest" featuring chocolate, cheese, and pipe-cleaner flower crafting! I’m also a volunteer with LUEMS, our student run EMS squad.

Research is another core part of my college experience. As an undergraduate researcher, I work across two different labs: in the Babcock Lab, I study neurodegenerative diseases and dissect fruit fly brains under a microscope, while in the Phage Lab, I do bioinformatics and hands-on wet lab work. I’ve also served as an assistant lab manager in our HST building, and as an Eckardt Scholar, I’m planning to take my studies abroad!

When I’m not in class or the lab, I almost always have music playing since it’s my absolute favorite thing ever. You can also find me hiking the trail spots around the Lehigh Valley or taking trips into Philly. I’m a total foodie, so I love how diverse our local food scene is and am always on the hunt to try new spots!

Other activities: Varsity Women’s Wrestling, Head Sports Editor for The Brown and White, Student Guide & Mentor for Lehigh University Student Scholar Institute (LUSSI), National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), Ministry team member for Reformed University Fellowship (RUF), Tribune of literary and debating society called Ars Sapientiae

Bio: Hi! I’m Sydney, a junior from Eaton Rapids, Michigan. I am double majoring in Journalism and Sociology, with a minor in Marketing. I am very involved on campus, in clubs and extracurriculars that support my interests, academic and professional, and passions! If you have any questions about my involvements or questions about experiences at Lehigh, feel free to reach out!

Other activities: Fraternity: Secretary, Philanthropy Chair, Steward. Member of Tamid Group at Lehigh University. Lehigh Real Estate Club. 

Bio: Hello, my name is Ethan and I am a sophomore at Lehigh University from Westchester, New York. I am a history major with a minor in real estate and I plan to pursue a career in commercial real estate after graduation. History has long been an interest of mine, and at Lehigh I’ve had the opportunity to take a wide range of engaging courses with great professors. I enjoy being actively involved in Greek life on campus, while also valuing friends and activities outside of my fraternity. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, fly fishing, playing tennis, reading philosophy and just being out in nature whenever possible. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

Other activities: Officer in Lehigh Outing Club, Lab Assistant in Dr. Brown’s Environmental Engineering Lab, Swing Dance Club Participant

Bio: My name is Theo Hubbell and I am an Arts-Engineering double major from Durham, North Carolina. At Lehigh I am always mixing my passions for engineering and art through my painting classes up at Mountaintop and my lab research in Lower Campus. I am an avid enjoyer of the outdoors and I run over four trips a semester with the Lehigh Outing Club. In my free time I like to roller skate, draw, and explore hiking trails around Lehigh’s campus.

Other activities: Eckardt Honors Scholar, Student Researcher in the Uganda Sustainable Livelihoods Program, United Nations Association Vice President of Finance, Girls on the Run Coach, Community Service Office Tutor, Hispanic Center Volunteer, Office of Admissions Orientation Leader

Bio: Hi! My name is Jess Hurtado, and I am a junior from Chicago double majoring in Economics and Global Studies, as well as minoring in Spanish. I am super involved at Lehigh! I am  an Eckardt scholar, the vice president of finance for the United Nations Association, a community service office tutor, a hispanic center volunteer, and a Girls on the Run coach at the local elementary school. Additionally, I have been on the Uganda Sustainable Livelihoods trip twice and I am going to study abroad in Granada, Spain in the second semester of junior year. In my free time, I like to run, read, watch movies, hike, go to coffee shops, and hangout with friends and family.  I really love Lehigh, and I am excited to tell you about my experience here. Feel free to reach out with any questions! I would be happy to help!

Other activities: Club Tennis Team, Arts and Crafts Club, Public Health Club, American Red Cross Volunteer

Bio: Hi! I’m Charlie Keenan, a sophomore from New Jersey. I am majoring in neuroscience and health, medicine & society, on the pre-med track. I’m an EMT, and I coach a gymnastics team when I’m home. I chose Lehigh because I liked the size (not too big, but not small enough that there’s no one left to meet as a senior), and I loved the campus. I really enjoyed my first year here—I made a lot of friends, joined the club tennis team, and was so excited to come back to school this year. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions (Also, I have to eat gluten free so if anyone has questions about navigating dining with a food allergy, I can help). 

Other activities: Admissions Tour Guide, Member of LU Marketing Club, Member of Lehigh Panhellenic Sorority, Sorority Social Chair 

Bio: Hi! I’m Shayna, a current sophomore from Westchester, NY! I am currently studying sociology as my major and minoring in marketing and mass communications. One of my favorite on campus activities I am involved in has been the tour guide program where I have had the opportunity to flaunt my love for this school and show how much it has to offer! Some of my favorite hobbies outside of school are going on long walks, listening to music, hanging out with friends, and trying out every coffee shop I come across and ranking the coffee. Feel free to reach out with any questions as I am here to help :) 

Other activities: TRAC Fellow, Treasurer Lehigh Women’s Club Volleyball, Soaring Together Scholar, Coordinator of Greek Emerging Leaders, Order of Omega, Panhellenic President

Bio: Hey y’all! My name is McKenna Littleton and I am a senior from Midlothian, Texas double majoring in Global Studies and Spanish and Hispanic Studies with a minor in Russian. I am involved in a range of activities on campus, but I have also studied abroad three times (two semesters and one summer)! Outside of my academic and extracurricular pursuits, I love to craft, thrift, read a good book, and go on long greenway walks with my friends!

Other activities: Captain of the D1 Women's Rowing Team in the area of community service and engagement. Head Gryphon (Resistant's Assistant/ RA) of one of the largest first year areas on campus. Active member of Morgan's Message, a club supporting the mental health of athletes. Involved in Lehigh's Flight45 leadership development programs. Previously conducted research in the Chemistry department regarding double stranded DNA breaks and repair mechanisms. 

Bio: Hello my friends! My name is Sarah Lucas and I'm so excited to meet you at admissions events or see you around campus. I am currently a junior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology with minors in LALS & HMS. After Lehigh, my goal is to become a doctor. I grew up in Port Washington, NY and have lots of family in all parts of NYS. Everything I do, I centralize around ensuring those around me feel heard and empowering voices that are often overlooked. Beyond campus I volunteer over the summers at my town's ambulance service, shadow at different hospitals in NY, and work as a contracted public and motivational speaker. I am happy to answer any questions about any activities I do on campus or in general, please feel free to reach out!!

Other activities: Gryphon in a first year residential area. 

Other activities: Marketing Intern at Mountaintop Campus, member of American Institute of Architecture Students, The Women’s Legal and Business Alliance, and Ski and Snowboard Club, Director of Philanthropy for Alpha Phi Sorority

Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Chiara and I’m a junior from Brooklyn, New York, majoring in architecture with minors in marketing and psychology. At Lehigh, I work as the Marketing Intern at our campus for art, architecture, and design (Mountaintop), serve as the Director of Philanthropy for Alpha Phi Sorority, and am an active member of the American Institute of Architecture Students and The Women’s Legal and Business Alliance. This past summer, I also spent 5 weeks in Siracusa, Italy exploring Italian Rationalist Architecture with other Lehigh students and professors, and plan on studying abroad again in Seville, Spain next semester! Outside of academics I love to spend time with friends, paint, and go on walks. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Other activities: Founder and President of Men's Mental Health Club, The Brown and White Journalism Program, University Autism and Disability Support Initiative, Recruitment Chair of Delta Chi Fraternity, Member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Co-Creator of the Dr. Sherry Stein Advanced Nurse Practitioner Scholarship Program, Colleges Against Cancer, Congressional Intern in the Office of U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer, Legal Intern.

Bio: Hello everyone! I'm Dylan, a junior at Lehigh University majoring in International Relations with minors in Journalism and Business. I'm originally from New Jersey and plan to pursue a career in law, with interests in public policy, journalism and advocacy.

At Lehigh, I founded and serve as President of the Men's Mental Health Club, where I work to reduce stigma and encourage open conversations about mental health. I'm also involved in The Brown and White's journalism program, serve as Recruitment Chair of Delta Chi and am a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. Additionally, I collaborate with Disability Support Services on a university initiative focused on improving accessibility and the college experience for autistic students.

Beyond campus, I've gained experience in law and government through an internship on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., in Congressman Josh Gottheimer's office, as well as an internship at a criminal defense law firm in New York. I'm also a co-creator of the Dr. Sherry Stein Advanced Nurse Practitioner Scholarship Program, which supports students pursuing advanced nursing education.

I'm passionate about leadership, writing and advocacy and enjoy connecting with others who share these interests. Outside of academics, I love snowboarding and take full advantage of Lehigh's proximity to the mountains whenever I get the chance.

Feel free to reach out. I look forward to connecting!

Other activities: Apprentice Teacher for Introduction to Health Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience/Cognitive Psychology/Social Psychology Undergraduate Research Assistant, Honors Thesis in Cognitive Science, Iaccoca International Internship Program in Bududa, Uganda, ImpactTrails Campus Social Impact Fellowship, Intramural Basketball, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Taylor Gym Facility Supervisor, The Lehigh University Mentor Collective, Technology, Research, and Communication (TRAC) Fellow 

Bio: Hey everyone! My name is Jake Panzer, and I am a senior from Kendall Park, New Jersey that is majoring in cognitive science and minoring in health, medicine, and society (HMS). I am involved in a variety of programs offered on campus, ranging from undergraduate research to spending seven-and-a-half weeks in the rural, mountainous community of Bududa, Uganda, as I am a proponent of participating in activities that are challenging yet extremely transformative. Outside of my academic pursuits, I enjoy exercising, spending time with family and friends, and listening to music. If you have any questions about the cognitive science major, my experiences, or anything about Lehigh in general, please feel free to reach out to me at any time!

Other activities: Student Senate chair of Diversity & Inclusion, Vice president of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Professional Fraternity, Vice President of Spanish Club, Student Representative for UCOD, Member of LU Mock Trial team, LUSSI, CSO America Reads Tutor

Bio: I am from Santiago de Cali, Colombia (pretty far, I know!) and came to Lehigh mainly because of its partnership with the UN. I am a Pre-Law student with an interest in immigration and diplomacy, and possibly, domestic politics. Feel free to reach out if any of this resonates with you! I would love to chat. 

Other activities: Marching 97, Philharmonic Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Brass Quintet, Pep Band, Performing Arts Scholar, Global Citizen Practitioner-Leader in Residence, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Research Co-Investigator, Iacocca International Intern

Bio: Hello! I am from Bristol, Rhode Island. I am a Pre-Medical student with passions in public health, health infrastructure and global thinking. Within this I ensure that I have time to keep up with my love for music! Feel free to reach out anytime if you’re interested in pre-med, global opportunities at Lehigh, music, or interdisciplinary study!

Other activities: Executive board member for Hillel, Sports Broadcasting Club, and the Mustard and Cheese Drama Society. Performed in shows for our theatre department. Reporter and editor for the Brown and White sports section.

Bio: Hi! I am a Junior from Long Island, New York and happy to talk about my Lehigh experience and how to help navigate yours! From basic questions about how to make friends or nerves on roommates, to studying tips and specific questions on my studies of journalism and psychology, I am open to talk about any concerns you may have or just to listen! Any advice I could give would make me happy, maybe that's the clinical psych in me! Every semester I have learned something new about myself and the world and look forward to continuing to grow and figuring out what my next steps are in my journey of life.

Other activities: Group Dynamics and Social Change Lab Research Assistant (Dr. Jiin Jung), Little Learners Lab Research Assistant (Dr. Alexis Smith-Flores), Peer Health Advisor, Psychology Club member, Club Tennis, Tumbao Dance Team event coordinator, Catholic Campus Ministry 

Bio: Hi guys! My name is Lauren Solorzano. I’m a junior majoring in psychology from Queens, New York. At Lehigh, I am a research assistant in two labs, a peer health advisor, and an active member of multiple clubs and organizations, including Tumbao, Lehigh’s Latin and Caribbean Dance Team, and Club Tennis. I’m passionate about working with infants and children, and hope to pursue a career as a child psychologist after Lehigh. If you have any psychology-related questions or just want to chat, please reach out!

Other activities: Special Topic Research in the Department of Political Science (Political Polarization and Democratic Deliberation), Forest Ecology Research in Lehigh’s Arboretum, Lehigh University Mentor Collective, Theater Department Lighting Production Electrician, Zoellner Arts Technician, National Society of leadership and Success (NSLS) Mustard & Cheese Drama Society, Conservation Club, Community Growers, Green Corps (Environmental Organization) Intern, CARE Center Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Intern

Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Rylan Sorensen and I’m a junior from Niceville, Florida. I’m doubling majoring in Environmental Studies and Political Science, with a minor in Global Studies. I’m passionate about environmental policy and advocacy, and intend to work for a nonprofit or government agency after college. On campus I’m a part of a group project in the Political Science Department researching affective political polarization on college campuses and I have participated in tree identification and mapping in the Lehigh Arboretum for the Earth and Environmental Sciences program. I maintain active membership in several campus organizations including Conservation Club, Community Growers, and the Mustard and Cheese Drama Society. I’m also very involved with the Zoellners Arts Center, acting as a lighting production electrician for the Theater Department and a general staff technician. Outside of Lehigh I have interned as a sea turtle rescuer and rehabilitator at my hometown aquarium and I am currently a Green Corps recruitment intern. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

Other activities: Undergraduate Researcher at the Ware Lab and Skibbens Lab, SEA-PHAGES, Iaccoca International Intern, Biomedical Externship with St. Luke’s, Eckardt Scholar Honors Program, Assistant Teacher for Dr. Tartaglia, LU Kapamilya, LUSSI

Bio: Hi! I’m Liana Woo, and I’m a junior from North Jersey. I am currently on the pre-med track with the hopes of going into pediatric oncology or interventional radiology. I am also heavily involved in research on campus, reflecting my dedication to both patient care and research, which supports my desire to directly contribute to patient care and advance the broader medical progress in cancer treatment. I have been working with Dr. Ware since I was a first-year student, and have recently joined Dr. Skibbens’ team this fall semester. I also had the amazing opportunity to go abroad this past summer and do research in Galway, Ireland, through the Iaccoca International Internship! If you have any questions about how I got into research or being pre-med on campus, feel free to reach out!