Meet The A-Team

Emma '22

My name is Emma '22, and I am a communication major and music minor, focusing on violin. I like being a Student Advancement Ambassador because it allows me to network in the Saint Mary's community, and I get real-world work experience. When I have free time, I like to go jet skiing and spend time with friends!

Andrea '22

Hola! My name is Andrea '22, I am a first-generation college student majoring in Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing and minoring in Music. I chose to work as a Student Advancement Ambassador because thanks to the people who donate to scholarships, I was able to come to Saint Mary's instead of a community college. I want to give back and be able to thank the people and alumni who donate to the school. I realize the importance of giving back so generations after me have the same, and better opportunities as I did. Working at Advancement also gave me a chance to be more confident in my speaking skills since I do consider myself a shy person. At Saint Mary's I am a dancer of the Ballet Folklorico Guadalupano dance group and an alto singer at the Glee/Chamber Choir. In my spare time, I love to learn new recipes to cook and I recently went back to reading which I loved as a kid but stopped in high school.

Eliana '22

Hello, my name is Eliana '22 and I am a Student Advancement Ambassador apart of the Class of ‘22. I am a Sociology major and a Law and Society minor at Saint Mary’s and I hope to use these to reach my goal of attending law school and becoming a lawyer. Along with Advancement, some other SMC groups I am apart of are the Weekend of Welcome Leader team, as well as the Gaels Vote Interns. I chose to be a Student Advancement Ambassador because I take pride in our wonderful SMC community and I enjoy being able to work towards giving back to all it has provided for me.

Gabrielle '22

Hello! My name is Gabby Kunkel ‘22 and I am a 3rd year Student Advancement Ambassador at Saint Mary’s College of California. I am a Politics major and a Law & Society minor and I am additionally apart of the law club at SMC. I chose to be a Student Advancement Ambassador because of my commitment to ensuring Saint Mary’s remains a welcoming and inclusive environment and so that more students have the same opportunities to attend Saint Mary’s as I have had.

Kassandra '21

Hello! My name is Kassandra '21, and I'm an MFA Creative Writing student. Working as a Student Advancement Ambassador has allowed me to help other students like myself gain scholarships and have a full SMC experience. In my free time, I like reading, listening to pop music, and watching comedy shows and movies.

Gustavo '22

My name is Gustavo '22. I'm currently a junior 3+2 engineering major pursuing either material science, mechanical, or biomedical engineering as my specific major. Next, I'll be heading to Washington University in St. Louis in order to complete the 3+2/3+3 engineering curriculum. I was born in Brazil but was raised in New Orleans. I became connected to Saint Mary's in high school when my Lasallian high school, De La Salle, would take school trips to Saint Mary's during the summer for Lasallian leadership training. Now a student at Saint Mary's, I have found my place in the Bay Area, and am thrilled to be here. In my spare time, I love hanging out with friends, exploring California, and going to Saint Mary's basketball games. I'm excited to get back in the call center with everyone virtually and start making progress for the Advancement Department where I am sharpening my communication skills. My experience at the call center will certainly help me exceed in the engineering industry.

Mubarak '22

My name is Mubarak ’22, and I’m a Mathematics (with a Computer Science concentration) major. I enjoy working as a student ambassador because I like connecting with people and getting involved in campus activities. I want to introduce and familiarize other prospective students with Saint Mary's because this college has opened so many doors of opportunities, introduced me to so many amazing people, and has given me a world-class education. In addition to working for the advancement office, I am an athlete on the men's soccer team at Saint Mary's. Outside my academic and extracurricular pursuits, I am passionate about serving my community and helping the less privileged through my non-profit organizations.

Annika '23

Hi! My name is Annika ‘23 and I’m double majoring in Accounting and Finance. Becoming a Student Advancement Ambassador has allowed me to stay connected to the Saint Mary’s community and meet new people! Aside from being a Student Advancement Ambassador, I’m also a News Reporter for Saint Mary’s Collegian as well as a member of Saint Mary’s Club volleyball team. In my free time, I love hiking and going to the beach!

Teonia '23

Hi! My name is Teonia and I am a biology major in the class of 2023. I became a Student Advancement Ambassador in order to give back to the SMC community and connect with alumni! In my spare time, I enjoy going on hikes with my dog, painting, and going on long drives. I’m so glad to be a Gael!

Jessica

Hi! My name is Jessica and I am a Graduate Student at SMC studying in the Marriage & Family Therapy / Professional Clinical Counselor. Working at the Student Advancement Ambassador has helped me become more connected to the resources on campus and my fellow peers. When I am not doing school work I enjoy playing video games, reading books, writing, or watching movies. Go Gaels!

Isabel '22

Hi! My name is Isabel '22, I am a Psychology major. Working as a Student Advancement Ambassador has helped me stay connected to our alums and hear about their experiences! In my free time, I like to learn new recipes. Go Gaels!

J.R '22

Hello, my name is J.R. ’22, and I am a Politics and Spanish double major. Working as a student advancement ambassador has taught me how to work hard and be outspoken with a variety of different audiences. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching social media trends, and traveling. I am always proud to be a Gael!

Miciah '23

My name is Miciah '23 and I am a Biology major. I became a Student Advancement Ambassador to continue to improve my communication skills and gain some connections with our alumni! I enjoy taking long drives and going grocery shopping. I am so glad to be a part of the Gael community!

Sage '22

My Name is Sage '22. I am a Psychology major at Saint Mary's. I chose to be a Student Advancement Ambassador so that I could have interesting conversations with the many people associated with SMC. In my free time, I like to go for long drives, hiking, hanging out with friends, and watching TV.

Zackary '22

Hi, my name is Zack ‘22. I'm a NeuroPsych Major, a collegiate athlete for Men's Soccer, and also a member of the Psych club on campus. Besides playing soccer, I enjoy reading and spending time volunteering. I chose to join working as Student Advancement Ambassador because I want to do my part in helping provide funds for school activities, programs, and scholarships for future SMC students.

Liam '22

Hi! My name is Liam ‘22, and I’m a Psychology major. I chose to work as a Student Advancement Ambassador because even though I haven’t yet graduated, I want to give back to the community that’s always been so kind and generous to myself and other students like me. I’m an active member of the SMC choral groups and in my spare time, I like to listen to jazz music and cook with my grandma.

Sofia '24

Hi! My name is Sofia '24 and I am a current freshman. I am a Clinical & Counseling major and a Sociology minor. Working as a Student Advancement Ambassador has given me the chance to connect with my community of students along with developing new skills. I enjoy listening to music, doing crafts, volunteering with animals, and being a Team Lead in the club PAW on campus!

Emma '24

Hi, my name is Emma '24! I am a JCL major and am pursuing my multi-subject teaching credential. I'm excited to become a Student Advancement Ambassador so I can connect with the campus community and all other Gaels! During my free time, I enjoy watching movies, painting, and spending time with my friends and family. Go Gaels!

Sara '23

Hi! My name is Sara ‘23 and I’m an Anthropology major with a minor in theatre. Working as a student ambassador allows me to be involved in the SMC community and connect with people who love Saint Mary’s as much as I do. In my free time, I like to hang out with my friends, watch movies, and play with my dogs!

Leilani '23

Hi, my name is Leilani '23, and I am a Business Entrepreneurship major with a minor in Communications. I chose to work as a Student Advancement Ambassador, because it allows me to get more involved with SMC and all that it has to offer, gain skills and experience that will be beneficial in the future, as well connect with others who have been apart of our community. In my free time, I enjoy running, spending time with my friends, and have also been apart of Gael Sisterhood and the NSLS. I am grateful to be apart of Saint Mary’s and would like to represent that as a Student Ambassador.

Flona '23

My name is Flona '23 and I'm studying Allied Health Science with the hopes of becoming a Physician Assistant. I joined the Student Advancement Ambassador team because I love reaching out and connecting with new people. I'm also involved in the Middle Eastern and North African cultural night this year. In my free time, I enjoy tennis and checking out new places.

Carson '24

My name is Carson '24 and I am currently a Biology and Psychology double major. I chose to pursue becoming a student ambassador to give back to the Saint Mary's community the best way that I know I can. I have been fundraising for the last 6 years for several organizations that I am both a member of and volunteer for. In my free time, I love to help others by giving back to my community, listening to music, and hanging out with my friends.

Max '22

My name is Max '22 and I’m a third-year Anthropology major. I love watching sports and finding new music to listen to. Being a Student Advancement Ambassador has given me opportunities to connect with SMC alumni of all ages.

Gabby '22

My name is Gabby ’22 and I’m a general psychology major. I am outgoing, kind, and extroverted which is part of the reason I chose to work as a student advancement ambassador. This position gives me the chance to make connections with fellow Gaels as well as gain skills and knowledge that will help me in the future, which is why I have loved being part of this program since my freshman year! I love to paint, read, and play the piano in my spare time and I hope to one day become a lawyer.

Elizabeth '22

Hi! My name is Elizabeth Fergus ‘22, I am a junior student advancement ambassador. This will be my third year calling you! I am pursuing a major in economics and business administration minor. With my degree, I hope to work with companies like Tesla who value sustainability and help them achieve further economic success. Asides from working with an amazing team, I love how impactful the advancement department is for students and the college. Connecting with alumni and friends of SMC who constantly show their support demonstrates how strong our SMC community is and always makes me proud to be a Gael!

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Emma '22

Andrea '22

Eliana '22

Gabrielle '22

Kassandra '21

Gustavo '22

Mubarak '22

Annika '23

Teonia '23

Jessica

Isabel '22

J.R '22

Miciah '23

Sage '22

Zackary '22

Liam '22

Sofia '24

Emma '24

Sara '23

Leilani '23

Flona '23

Carson '24

Max '22

Gabby '22

Elizabeth '22

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Emma '22

Andrea '22

Eliana '22

Gabrielle '22

Kassandra '21

Gustavo '22

Mubarak '22

Annika '23

Teonia '23

Jessica

Isabel '22

J.R '22

Miciah '23

Sage '22

Zackary '22

Liam '22

Sofia '24

Emma '24

Sara '23

Leilani '23

Flona '23

Carson '24

Max '22

Gabby '22

Elizabeth '22

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