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Undergraduate Ambassadors

Abrahim Ansari

Hometown: Olathe, KS
Majors: Biology (pre-dental track)
Favorite thing about UMKC: I chose UMKC because it has strong programs in biology and chemistry, and it also has a great dental program. I thought it would be an ideal place to complete my undergrad and prepare for dental school.
Ask me about: Preparing for dental school!

Billie Asralt

Hometown: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Majors: Computer Science
Favorite Place in KC: I absolutely love how warm and welcoming everyone in Kansas City is—it's a place where people genuinely make you feel at home.
Ask me about: Being an international student

Angel Baldovinos

Hometown: Columbia, MO
Majors: Computer Science
Favorite Place in KC: The vibrant culture around community is what I moved here for. I’m very happy that I get to apply my skills with other likeminded people to better serve the people around me.
Ask me about: First Gen Roo and Men of Character Academy

Antonia Garcia

Hometown: Kansas City, MO
Majors: Biology and Chemistry
Favorite thing about UMKC: I chose UMKC because of its strong commitment to diversity, the numerous opportunities the school provides for students to grow personally and professionally, the many resources available to support students’ success, and its reputation as a commuter-friendly institution.
Ask me about: KC restaurants (I'm VP of the Plant Based Food Club!)

Adrina George

Hometown: Los Angeles, California
Majors: Biology with a Chemistry minor
Favorite thing about UMKC: I chose UMKC because of its supportive environment and opportunities for hands-on learning and community involvement.
Ask me about: Being an out-of-state student

Adrija Ghosh

Hometown: West Bengal, India
Majors: Computer Science
Favorite Place in KC: The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, which is my all-time favorite, has a distinctly contemporary feel. The city's commitment to public art is evident in the numerous murals and installations that enhance its cultural appeal.
Ask me about: Doing research with DSAIC

Kayde Musgrove

Hometown: Webb City, MO
Majors: Mechanical Engineering
Favorite Place in KC: My favorite thing about Kansas City is downtown. I love living downtown especially with the streetcar attachment. The hustle and bustle of the city is something I'll never get over.
Ask me about: Baja Racing Team!

Natilina Mussa

Hometown: Eritrea/South Dakota
Majors: Electrical & Computer Engineering
Favorite thing about UMKC: I chose UMKC because it's a great science and engineering school plus it was close to home.
Ask me about: Getting involved on campus

Artemis Nowrouzi

Hometown: Shiraz, Iran
Majors: Biology with a Business minor
Favorite Place in KC: What I love most about Kansas City is that it’s right in the heart of the USA, no matter where you want to go, it never feels too far.
Ask me about: UMKC Honors Program

Andrew O'Dell

Hometown: Fort Osage, MO
Majors: Chemistry
Favorite thing about UMKC: I chose UMKC because it strikes the perfect balance. It’s large enough to offer endless opportunities, incredible faculty, and strong academic programs, but small enough that it’s easy to build genuine connections with professors and classmates. I also love being in Kansas City, which is full of both professional opportunities and fun things to do.
Ask me about: Serving as president of a student organization

Payden Pietrusinski

Hometown: Wentzville, MO
Majors: Mechanical Engineering
Favorite Place in KC: I chose UMKC because I was impressed with the opportunities within the engineering program and the cross country and track team. I also love the class sizes and the campus location.
Ask me about: Being a student-athlete

Makayla Schulz

Hometown: Fort Osage, MO
Majors: Environmental Studies
Favorite Place in KC: My favorite thing about Kansas City is our yearly Parade of Hearts, where artists from both Missouri & Kansas capture the essence of the city and the vast groups within it. Every summer, there are massive sculptures hidden around the vast metro area that display community pride in race, language, mental health, healthcare, our sports teams and so much more. I love these so much, I even applied for my own design about Kansas City and Autism. The Parade of Hearts is perfect because it shows the love, creativity, and passion that this large city possesses.
Ask me about: Working on campus!

Bailey Sharp

Hometown: Warsaw, MO
Majors: Civil Engineering
Favorite Place in KC: My favorite thing about Kansas City are the endless things to try - whether that be activities or food. In addition, there are so many great opportunities here, even while you’re in school!
Ask me about: Doing an internship

Graduate Ambassadors

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Bhavani Adula

Email: ssegradambassador@umkc.edu
Hometown: Hyderabad, India
Majors: Master of Science in Computer Science
Favorite Place in KC: I love the Plaza area for its lively atmosphere, beautiful architecture, and walkable streets. Along with Kansas City’s peaceful parks and welcoming community, it offers the perfect balance of energy and calm, making the city truly feel like home.
Ask me about: Studying in the U.S., settling into Kansas City, and student life at UMKC