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Biography:

What are your hobbies and how are you involved on campus?: I enjoy cooking, painting, and having deep, meaningful conversations. On campus, I currently serve as a Resident Assistant (RA) and actively host events for the Nepalese Student Association. These roles have helped me connect with students from diverse backgrounds and support them both socially and academically.

Describe your personality.  I’m a straightforward and open-minded person who enjoys learning about others through conversation. I respect different perspectives and try to create a safe, welcoming space for everyone. While I take some time to fully open up, I truly enjoy being around people and forming deep, meaningful connections. I’m also very empathetic, which helps me bond with others and be a good listener.

What are you passionate about? I’m passionate about growth both personal and in helping others realize their potential. As an international and first-generation college student, I understand what it’s like to begin with limited guidance. That experience fuels my passion for supporting others especially international and first-year students as they build confidence, find community, and feel a sense of belonging. I’m also deeply committed to my nursing career, where I hope to care for others emotionally and physically.

 What are you looking forward to most in mentoring students? I’m most looking forward to connecting with new students, hearing their stories, and making sure they feel welcomed and seen. I want them to know that no matter where they’re from, they belong at WSU. I hope to provide not only helpful tips and resources, but also the encouragement and support that can make their transition smoother and more meaningful.

Biography:

What are your hobbies and how are you involved on campus? I enjoy playing soccer, working out, listening to music and spending time with my loved ones. I'm currently involved in Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers as the Treasurer and I work as a tutor at the Math Learning Center, which have helped me connect with other students, stay engaged outside of class and work on my social skills.

Describe your personality: I would describe myself as approachable, reliable, and friendly. I enjoy meeting new people and always try to create a positive environment around me. I’m also organized and enjoy helping others succeed in college.

What are you passionate about?: I'm passionate about healthcare industry, reaching my goals and helping others. I believe in making sure everyone feels welcome and seen, and I try to bring that energy into everything I do.

What are you looking forward to most in mentoring students? I’m excited to be very supportive for new students as they navigate campus life. I know how overwhelming those first few weeks can feel, so I’m looking forward to answering questions, sharing advice, and helping them feel confident and succeed in college life.

Biography:

What are your hobbies and how are you involved on campus?: My hobbies include Bowling, Sewing, Thrifting , Roller Skating, Cornhole, Watching Shows and Movies, and Music.

My current involvement on campus includes Interfraternity Council Vice President of Recruitment, Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity Service and Philanthropy Chair, Social Chair, 67 Society Vice President and Treasurer, College of Engineering and Computer Science Technology Board, Resident Assistant in the Honors Hall, Established Leadership Retreat Student Team Lead, Orientation Ambassador and Club Ultimate Frisbee Member

Describe your personality: I am an optimistic and vibrant person. I believe that there can be good that comes of everything, and I love making people laugh. I care deeply for the people around me and I take any excuse to spend more time with them. I also find a lot of joy in meeting and learning more about new people. 

What are you passionate about? I am passionate about my friends, family, and the general community that I am a part of. One of my joys in life is listening to music as well as discovering new songs and artists. I love watching art, whether that is dance concerts, musicals, or any other expression. Participating in community service and raising money for the people and area around me brings me a lot of peace and happiness.

What are you looking forward to most in mentoring students? What I'm looking forward to most is being able to see the change being made in someone's life. To have an impact on a person is one of the greatest gifts in life, and to be able to make a positive difference for so many different people will surely be very rewarding. I'm excited to meet new people and develop strong connections with my peers.

Biography:

What are your hobbies and how are you involved on campus?: My hobbies consist of photography and working on computers. I like learning about the components that make up electronics and how to improve or use them the most effectively. I work as an orientation ambassador and am involved with the Amigos Latinos Student Association.

Describe your personality: I consider myself a very reserved person, quiet at first glance. However, I enjoy interacting with people and helping them if it’s within my abilities. I want to continue to meet more people and be someone who can provide guidance and help for anyone who requires it. 

What are you passionate about?: Something I am currently passionate and eager to do is to learn more about computers and work with them, I currently want to see how I can take older electronics and work with them to make them usable or more efficient for current tasks. I want to meet more people in my same field of study and outside my field of study to further my understanding and to grasp different points of view for solving problems.  

What are you looking forward to most in mentoring students?: My goal for becoming a peer navigator is to help incoming students find their place in the university, I was fortunate to find a place where I was able to get engaged with other students; I want to help students find something they relate to, have an interest in and connect them with someone who can help them grow.  

Biography:

Hi, my name is Elly, and I am from Vietnam. I'm currently an undergraduate student majoring in Nursing at ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´. One aspect I truly appreciate about ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ is the dedication of its faculty—they are always enthusiastic, approachable, and respond to student emails promptly. Their support has been instrumental in my academic journey. 

Biography:

Hey everyone, I am Keerthan from Bangalore, India. I am a graduate student pursuing my master's in computer science. One thing I like the most about Wright state is that the university values a wide range of fields, from technical disciplines (career hub, student success) to personal interests like sports and arts. I believe it provides ample opportunities for all students, encouraging them to engage in activities they are passionate about. 

Biography:

Hi everyone, my name is Tee and I am from Vietnam. I'm pursuing MS in Social and Applied Economics. One thing I love about WSU is the energetic environment, with various activities happening throughout the year. One more thing I appreciate is support from not only professors but other department as well and many opportunities to express ourselves. 

Biography:

Pavan Kalyan Hanumanthu is pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science. He has worked in the office of the Department of Biomedical, Industrial, and Human Factors Engineering (BIE) to represent CECS at college fairs and various events. Kalyan's role in CECS has been to assist with recruitment, as well as meeting with students to address their needs and to provide campus tours. He is committed to enhancing the success of graduate students at ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ through event programming and mentoring activities.

Biography:

Dhamini Vootkuri is a dedicated graduate student pursuing a master's degree in computer engineering. Her Graduate Student Ambassador goals are to apply leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to represent the graduate community and support prospective students on their academic journeys. Before joining ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´, she served as an Undergraduate Student Ambassador at Malla Reddy Engineering College in Hyderabad, India that instilled a deep commitment to creating a welcoming environment for students entering higher education. While at WSU, she has been a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the CS 4200/6200 Quantum Computing course as well as an Academic Office Assistant in the College of Science and Math, guiding new students through their transitions into graduate life and promoting a sense of belonging within the ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ community.  Her personal interests include engaging in creative activities such as sketching, exploring mythological stories, and solving puzzles.

Contact Information:

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