Meet the USG Student Ambassadors

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AmbassadorAbout

Mike Alfaro

Mike Alfaro '26

University: University of Maryland, College Park
Program: Information Science
Transferred From: Montgomery College 

Class: Senior

Other Languages Spoken: Spanish
Fun Fact: Mike loves playing net sports like volleyball, pickleball, and ping pong! He is also a part of the USG Netverse Volleyball Club. 

Favorite thing about USG: The amount of helpful resources available to students. Whether it’s academic support, career services, or student organizations, there’s always something to guide us and help us succeed.

Diane

Karen Chij '26

University: University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Program: Social Work
Transferred From: Montgomery College

High School: Gaithersburg High School
Class: Senior

Other Languages Spoken: Spanish
Fun Fact: Karen loves listening to music and getting outdoors, especially exploring new hiking spots!

Favorite thing about USG: There are many things, but Karen's favorites are that it is close to my home, the small classes, and the free counseling from the Center for Counseling & Well-being. 

Roselind Dominguez

Roselind Dominguez '27

University: Towson University
Program: Early Childhood Education
Transferred From: Montgomery College

High School: Watkins Mill High School

Class: Junior

Other Languages Spoken: Spanish

Fun Fact: Roselind loves to crochet! She can crochet blankets, beanies, and bouquets of flowers. 

Favorite thing about USG: Being a part of a cohort where everyone is majoring in Early Childhood Education, yet bring different perspectives and experiences.

Asha Fowler

Asha Fowler '26

University: University of Maryland, College Park
Program: Communication
Transferred From: Montgomery College 

High School: Col Zadok Magruder High School 

Class: Junior
Fun Fact: Asha has two chihuahuas, two cats, and one ball python!

Favorite thing about USG: Close to home, but still gives that campus feel!

Evodi Kabamba

Evodi Kabamba '27

University: University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Program: Mechanical Engineering 
Transferred From: Montgomery College

High School: Quince Orchard High School

Class: Junior

Other Languages Spoken: French

Fun Fact: Evodi plays three instruments: the flute, guitar, and piano!

Favorite thing about USG: The beautiful campus as well as the various student resources available!

Anna Kirnosova

Anna Kirnosova '27

University: University of Maryland School of Nursing
Program: Nursing
Transferred From: University of Maryland, Baltimore County

High School: Sherwood High School

Class: Junior

Fun Fact: Anna is a pottery painting pro!

Favorite thing about USG: How easy it is to build a community and make friends.

Keylin Mateo

Keylin Mateo '28

University: University of Maryland, College Park
Program: Criminology and Criminal Justice
Transferred From: Montgomery College

High School: Albert Einstein High School

Class: Junior

Other Languages Spoken: Spanish

Fun Fact: Keylin enjoys weight training!

Favorite thing about USG: The small classrooms create a close-knit learning community and allow students to connect with their professors.

Vrushali Patel

Vrushali Patel '25

University: University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Program: M.P.S. Biotechnology

Class: Graduate Student

Other Languages Spoken: Hindi & Gujarti

Fun Fact: Vrushali is an international student from India!

Favorite thing about USG: The warm and welcoming environment. Staff members are so helpful and friendly!

Sarah Samuels

Sarah Samuels '26

University: University of Maryland, College Park
Program: Public Health Science
Transferred From: Montgomery College

High School: Gaithersburg High School

Class: Senior

Fun Fact: Baking is Sarah’s go-to stress relief! When school gets hectic, She loves whipping up a batch of cookies or experimenting with new recipes. It’s a delicious way to unwind!

Favorite thing about USG: The study areas are amazing, they’re perfect for staying focused and getting work done. Sarah also appreciates all the resources available to help students prepare for future careers.

Marilin Tavenner

Marilin Tavenner '26

University: University of Maryland, College Park
Program: Business Management
Transferred From: Montgomery College

High School: Thomas S Wootton High School

Class: Senior

Fun Fact: Marilin loves to travel and do yoga!

Favorite thing about USG: The convenience and community at USG make it the perfect place to learn and grow.