Bearcat Buddies Ambassador Program

The Bearcat Buddies Ambassadorship is a program intended to bring together UC students who want to share word about the tutoring opportunities available in Cincinnati Public Schools. Bearcat Buddies recruits best by word of mouth. Ambassadors play a critical role in recruitment and give valuable input to Bearcat Buddies. This program is designed to give Ambassadors leadership experience and is a stepping stone to the Lead Tutor position. 20 Ambassadors are accepted each academic year.

Expectations

  • Recruit tutors by attending Bearcats Welcome events, tabling, putting up flyers around campus, and participating in a monthly leadership meeting
  • Present to community members and organizations
  • Help out with projects on an as-needed basis
  • Maintain a positive and welcoming attitude
  • Show a passion for making a positive impact on the community

*There is no requirement on how many semesters an applicant has volunteered 

Application Process

Applications for the 2024-2025 ambassador program have closed and will reopen in April 2024. You must be in good standing with the program and have a competitive application in order to be considered. If you have any further questions about the program, please reach out to bearcatbuddies@uc.edu

  • Application Opens: April 15, 2024
  • Application Closes: May 6, 2024 
  • Mid-May 2024: Interviews held
  • Late May 2024: New Ambassador Training

Please note, the success of this program depends on the reliability and active engagement of each Bearcat Buddies Ambassador. Upon acceptance, it is crucial that you remain engaged throughout the year. 


2024 - 2025 Ambassadors

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Jenna Alshami

Jenna is a first-year Neurobiology major aiming for a career in dentistry. She enjoys building meaningful relationships with kids and making a positive impact through Bearcat Buddies.

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Jennah Atia

Jennah is a second year double major in Psychology and Neurobiology on a pre-med track. She is really excited to share with her friends and peers the joy that comes with being a Bearcat Buddy!

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Aubreyana Chase

Aubreyana is a first-year Medical Sciences major aiming to become a pediatric cardiovascular surgeon. She joined Bearcat Buddies because of her love for children. It’s rewarding to support their learning and see them succeed with one-on-one help.

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Rachael Cordonnier

Rachael is a third-year student majoring in Health Science on the Pre-Pa track. She is excited to spread the word about this amazing program and continue making a positive impact on children's lives.

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Parker Cox

Parker is a second-year Aerospace Engineering major. She loves helping children develop a love for learning and values the strong community in Bearcat Buddies and she's excited to share her positive experiences with others.

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Hailey Doerflein

Hailey is a 3rd year studying majoring in Medical Sciences on a Pre-MD/PhD trach with minors in Public Health and Integrative Health. She works as an ambassador for the club to recruit new members and spread awareness about Bearcat Buddies.

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Sarah Hassan

Sarah is a third-year Medical Sciences major with minors in Psychology and Public Health on the pre-med track. She’s excited to make a positive impact through Bearcat Buddies by supporting students' growth and fostering their excitement for learning!

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Kelsey Hulbert

Kelsey is a third-year student studying Medical Sciences on a Pre-Med track with minors in Psychology and Integrative Health & Wellness. She looks forward to collaborating with ambassadors and lead tutors to promote the Bearcat Buddies program.

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Sarah Jaber

Sarah is a first-year Medical Sciences major on the pre-med track. She is passionate about helping younger students reach their full potential and enjoys promoting Bearcat Buddies.

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Kasey James

Kasey is a second-year finance major aspiring to become a financial planner. She loves being part of Bearcat Buddies for its tight-knit community and the opportunity to make a positive impact.

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Nyere Jean-Mary

Nyere a 2nd year Nursing Major with a Minority Health certificate, aspiring to be Labor and Delivery Nurse. She enjoys spending some time with the kids and making a difference once kid at a time.

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Jeya Kannan

Jeya is a 4th year Neurobiology major. She loves being able to be a positive influence on children's lives, especially on their education and getting to know them as well.

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Derek Lyons

Derek is a second-year Medical Sciences student on a Pre-Medical track, pursuing a certificate in Minority Health. He is passionate about tutoring and raising awareness for Bearcat Buddies.

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Ramona Mahadeshwar

Ramona is a second year medical sciences major on the pre-med track. She enjoys tutoring kids and is very excited to spread the word about Bearcat Buddies.

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Lesika Pajany

Lesika is a third-year psychology major. She loves engaging with children and being a positive tutor. With a passion for pediatrics, she became an ambassador to showcase the program's impact on children's learning.

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Gracie Pilkuhn

Gracie is a second-year Medical Sciences student on a pre-med track with minors in Integrative Health and Wellness and Spanish. She values being a positive role model and looks forward to helping the Bearcat Buddies community grow.

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Priya Pillai

Priya is a first year Computer Engineering major, aiming to work in tech at a multinational corporation. She loves being involved with Bearcat Buddies, helping kids find joy in learning and sparking their interest in science and math.

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Shams Sadhin

Shams is a 2nd year student majoring in Economics and Business Analytics. He is an Ambassador and has been involved with Bearcat Buddies for 3 semesters.

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Alex Saletta

Alex is a second-year operations management major aiming for a career in supply chain and logistics. They love Bearcat Buddies because it allows them to mentor students and build relationships, while giving back to support their education.

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Stacy Schniegenberg

Stacy is a 2nd year student studying Operations Management. Stacy is a part of the ambassador program and enjoys working other tutors to help kids learn and grow in their subjects.

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Ethan Schuebel

Ethan is a third-year Medical Sciences major on the pre-med track, planning to pursue pediatric anesthesiology. He continues with Bearcat Buddies because it's rewarding to see kids grow more comfortable with tutors and develop a love for learning.

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John Shoppell

John is a third year Exercise Science major on the Pre-PT track. His favorite part of the program is mentoring kids. He became a lead tutor to contribute more and make a difference in the community.

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Sydnie Singh

Sydnie is a 2nd year health science student on a Pre-Med track with a minor in psychology.

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Aubrey Stevens

Aubrey is a nursing student, class of 2027, aiming to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in pediatrics. She enjoys meeting students through Bearcat Buddies and helping children in unique ways.

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Jack Van Riper

Jack is a second year studying Finance and Accounting. He is an ambassador in the organization and is looking forward to helping out the kids.

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Emily Vanderhost

Emily is a third-year Health Sciences major on the pre-med track, planning to attend medical school and become a doctor. She enjoys making a positive impact by helping Cincinnati students strengthen their academic skills through tutoring.

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Catherine Vo

Catherine is a 2nd year Mechanical Engineering major with a minor in Robotics. She is an ambassador for the organization and has been doing Bearcat Buddies for 3 semesters.

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Jane Waluik

Jane is a second-year Medical Sciences student interested in psychiatry and neurology. She loves being involved with Bearcat Buddies as it lets them share their passion for learning and gain experience working with kids.

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Jaclyn Williams

Jaclyn is a third year student studying Health Sciences on a Pre-Physician Assistant track. She is excited to share the joy of Bearcat Buddies with other students to positively impact the Cincinnati community.

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Maliya Winkler

Maliya is a first-year Psychology major with a passion for working with kids. She loves being part of Bearcat Buddies because it allows her to build meaningful connections with children and offer them support.