Ambassadors of the UGA Mentor Program (UMP)
Who We Are
The UGA Mentor Ambassador Program is a year-long leadership experience for undergraduate, graduate, or professional students at the University of Georgia. As a non-credit, Experiential Learning opportunity, Ambassadors of the UGA Mentor Program provide student leaders the opportunity to foster a culture of mentorship at UGA by developing programming, partnerships, and marketing strategies that bring heightened awareness to the UGA Mentor Program while cultivating student’s servant-leadership skills, innovative ideas, and commitment to the UGA Mentor Program.
Mission Statement
The Ambassadors of the UGA Mentor Program are committed to advancing the mentoring relationship between students and experienced UGA Bulldogs by creating inclusive and welcoming opportunities for all students at UGA. Ambassadors share their authenticity, different backgrounds, and stories in hopes of empowering others to step outside their comfort zones and seek meaningful relationships with alumni, faculty and staff. Ambassadors are dedicated to working in a respectful, loving, creative, and collaborative environment.
What’s the Commitment?
Ambassadors of the UGA Mentor Program are expected to attend monthly general body meetings as well as committee meetings. In addition to attending at least two meetings a month, Ambassadors are expected to participate in mentee orientations, help organize and staff events, attend speaking engagements across campus or with key stakeholders, and share their mentoring stories through marketing and social media efforts.
Meet the Ambassadors of the UGA Mentor Program
Anushka Jariwala
Anushka Jariwala, from Suwanee, GA, is a third-year student studying Advertising. Her mentor helped her realize that she should take things one step at a time and that building her career and achieving her goals is a process. Anushka says, “if you're unsure or confused about where to go next in your academic/professional life, a mentor will provide essential insight. If you're confident, you'll gain a source of support that you can talk to about what you're passionate about.If you have questions about the UGA Mentor Program, you can .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Rachel Jordan
From Lincolnton, GA, Rachel Jordan is a sophomore studying Public Relations. Her mentor through the program has offered her advice and knowledge to help her better prepare to be a Grady student. One piece of advice she would like to share with someone considering joining the UGA Mentor Program is that “all of these possible mentors will be connections to help you expand your network. Each one of the mentors you may have will share their experiences and you may find that you are interested in what they do for their career.”If you have questions about the UGA Mentor Program, you can .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Sahar Joshi
Sahar Joshi is a junior from Suwanee, Georgia, double majoring in International Affairs & Religion. When talking about her mentor, Sahar shared, “My mentor helped me learn that I don't need to change who I am to be "good enough" or impress anybody in a professional environment. This process has helped me grow in confidence, realize that I am just as much of a competitive candidate as anyone else, and compare myself less to others.”If you have questions about the UGA Mentor Program, you can .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Moira La Fuente
Moira La Fuente is a second-year student from La Paz, Bolivia who is pursuing a major in Biology and minor in Public Health. When asked what her favorite thing about the UGA Mentor Program, Moira said that “it is the easiness and variety that the program offers, in which you can connect with different professionals to learn about their career paths. Being able to talk to them can give you a different insight into the work market.”If you have questions about the UGA Mentor Program, you can .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Zach Martin
Zach Martin is a 3rd year student from Kennasaw, Georgia. Zach is studying Accounting and Risk Management & Insurance. Through Zach’s mentorships, he learned how branching out to other subject areas can help students develop both personally and professionally. Zach advises students to, “take the first step, recognize that you have a lot to learn and a lot to teach, and reach out to someone who has been where you’ve been.”If you have questions about the UGA Mentor Program, you can .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Micayla Moffitt
Micayla Moffitt is a third-year Animal Health major on Pre-Veterinary track, from Acworth Georgia. When asked what her advice to students incoming to or unsure about the UGA Mentor Program would be, Micayla said, “Talk to someone who has been exactly where you are right now, listen to what they have to say and apply it to your life right now. This is the best way to voice your doubts and frustrations!”If you have questions about the UGA Mentor Program, you can .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Micahel Jacoppo
Michael Jacoppo is a 4th year student studying Business Management and is from Marietta, Georgia. Michael’s advice to a student who’s joining the program is, “...It’s a great opportunity to work closely with an awesome group of people while learning skills that will help you in your career and beyond.”
Avery Croft
Avery Croft is a third-year student from Jacksonville, Florida, studying Human Development and Family Sciences with a minor in Business and a Disabilities Studies certificate. Avery’s advice to a student who is thinking about joining UMP is, “I completely believe the program is what you give to it! If you want or need to get a lot out of it, give it your all! Reach out to your mentor, prepare questions, and attempt to understand their lives and how and why they are at their job/role.”
Princess Asenuga
Princess Asenuga is a 2nd year student at UGA from South Fulton, Georgia. Princess is studying Management Information Systems with a minor in Computer Science. When asked what her favorite thing was about the program, Princess said, “My favorite thing about the program is how much it caters to the needs of students. The UGA Mentor Program has allowed me to connect with a mentor that not only shares the same educational background as me, but also the same identities. This has led to me forming a meaningful relationship with my mentor.”
Sally Bae
Sally Bae is a 3rd year student from Suwon, South Korea, studying Business Management with an Emphasis in Human Resource Analytics. When asked about her current mentorship, Sally said, “My current Mentorship had helped me to grow not only professionally but also personally by teaching me how to balance my life and work and discover opportunities and my hidden insight in the filed I am interested in.”
Caroline Batson
Caroline Batson is a 2nd year Journalism major with a Pre-Law minor and Sports Media Certificate all the way from Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Caroline says, “My current mentor has encouraged me to follow a career path which I love, but was originally nervous to pursue. I have learned so much about myself and how to interact with professionals.”
Madison Bolt
Madison Bolt is from Huntington Beach, California, and is a 5th year student studying Public Relations. Madison’s favorite thing about the program, “...is that there are so many options for mentors and choosing a mentor isn't limited to your major.”
Katy Burch
Katy Burch is a 3rd year student studying English and Philosophy and is from Atlanta, Georgia. Katy’s advice to a student joining the program is, “ Be open to new experiences! The UGA Mentor Program is a springboard into a personal and professional relationship with a UGA alum that wants you to succeed. Your mentor can help you with literally anything (career advice, getting involved at UGA, job search, time management, etc.). The benefits of this Program are endless!”
Kalani Franklin
Kalani Franklin is a second-year student in the Master of Health Administration program through UGA’s College of Public Health. Kalani is from Atlanta, Georgia, and graduated from Georgia State University with her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health in 2022. When asked why she loves the UGA Mentor Program, Kalani said, “I like the UGA Mentor Program because it lets students pick the kind of mentor they want to work with! In contrast to other mentor programs, I believe this feature is really amazing since it lets students be as particular as they like.”
Grace Griffith
Grace Griffith is a 4th year student from Charlotte, North Carolina. Grace is studying Business Management and has a minor in Health Policy and Management. When we asked Grace about her mentor, she said, “My mentor has truly set me up for direct success in every way possible. From finally setting up my LinkedIn, to perfecting my resume, to connecting me to others in my desired field of work, I have already learned so much from him and feel a strong newfound sense of confidence.”
Joyce Kabuya
Joyce Kabuya is a 4th year student studying Advertising. Joyce is from Winder, Georgia, and she advises all students who join the program “to remember that they’re helping themselves and others,” by joining the program. Joyce said that one thing her mentor taught her was how to gain knowledge from different roles and perspectives.
Zaire Morgan
Zaire Morgan is a third-year student studying Biological Sciences on the Pre-Dental track here at UGA. Zaire advises UGA students that, “Your mentor could end up being your boss in the future, the person who reads your application, or even your coworker, so make sure that you enjoy it and get everything out of it that you can and build a strong relationship with your mentor.”
Daniel Porcel
Daniel Procel graduated from UGA with his Bachelor’s in History in May of 2020, and is now a graduate student pursuing an M.Ed in Organizational Development and Leadership and Learning. Daniel advises students who are interested in joining the program to, “Be open to criticism and be aware of your personal journey versus others.”
Drew Weyenberg
Drew Weyenberg is a fourth-year student from Cumming, GA studying Nutritional Sciences. Drew will be serving as the Director of the Special Programming and Events committee this upcoming year. When asked about his current mentorship, he said, “My current mentorship has helped me with my confidence and helped me develop a sense of direction after college.”
Alex Will
Alex Will is a fifth-year student studying Economics with Emphasis in Business Analytics from Cumming, GA. Some advice that Alex would give to a student considering joining the program is “Don’t be scared to do the program. I took a risk and it has paid off in ways that I never thought it would.”
Matthew Zimmerman
Matthew Zimmerman is a third-year student from Johns Creek, GA. Matthew is studying Management Information Systems with a minor in Sports Management. When we asked Matthew about his current mentorship, he said, “As a transfer student, my current mentorship has been a fulfilling bridge into UGA that has helped me get connected through numerous different extracurriculars and opportunities available. I have grown as a speaker, listener, and have been able to develop an impactful relationship with a mentor that has been involved with similar career outcomes that I am highly interested in.”Request Ambassadors for an Event
If you are faculty or staff and it would be helpful for an Ambassador of the UGA Mentor Program to volunteer to speak about the UGA Mentor Program and their experience at your event or in your class, you can submit an online request. Please allow at least two week’s notice when requesting student leader volunteers.
Apply to be an Ambassador of the UGA Mentor Program
You must attend one mandatory Ambassador information session in order to complete your application. See information session dates and registration links below:
Upcoming Ambassador Information Sessions
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Get your application in anytime between now and February 16th. As an Ambassador of the UGA Mentor Program, you will share your story and inspire students, faculty, staff and alumni to make life-changing connections.
If you have further questions about the application process or the Ambassadors of the UGA Mentor Program, please contact Destiny Loyd or Camryn Chiu.