Presidential Ambassador Program

Growth, Opportunity, Leadership

Neumann University ambassadors are students who represent the University in a variety of venues and events usually hosted by the President. Neumann University Presidential Ambassadors are model University students who strive to encourage, among their colleagues, the value of a lifelong relationship with the University and the importance of nurturing relationships with others, for themselves, and for the University. Freshman are encouraged to apply as they enter their sophomore year.

The Presidential Ambassador Program application for the 2026-2027 academic year is closed.

 

Purpose

The purpose of Neumann University Presidential Ambassadors is to represent the University by engaging constituents, including trustees, supporters, benefactors and alumni by:

  • Provide hospitality during presidential and campus events
  • Greet VIP visitors and answering questions about the University
  • Exhibit Neumann's core values of reverence, integrity, service, excellence, and stewardship
  • Attend networking events with the President
  • Encourage lifelong relationships with Neumann University

Position Description

Department: Office of the President
Volunteer Title: Presidential Ambassador
Duration: 
One to three academic school years depending on qualifications

Benefits

  • Professional uniform top provided (sweater/polo)
  • Access to leaders in the community and prominent alumni
  • Entry to networking events
  • Professional leadership training
  • Access to leadership opportunities

Eligibility

Interested undergraduate students must be enrolled full-time, have successfully completed at least 18 credits at Neumann, hold a minimum 3.0 GPA, and exhibit the following criteria:

  • Active campus involvement
  • Demonstrate leadership experience (on and/or off campus)
  • Possess strong interpersonal skills including effective communication, the ability to be self-motivated and commitment to professionalism
  • Participate in ongoing trainings/meetings
  • Be in compliance with student Code of Conduct
  • Exhibit Neumann pride and awareness

Application process

A formal online application must be completed and reviewed by the Selection Committee. The President's Office will contact candidates who are eligible and coordinate personal interviews at the end of the academic year.

Ambassadors who are successful throughout the academic year will participate in an annual evaluation process.

Presidential Ambassadors

AlanaAcosta

Alana Acosta

Major: Business Administration 

Hometown: Thorton, PA

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Bryan Avanzato

Bryan Avanzato

Major: Communications and Digital Media

Minor: Theology

Hometown: Lake Grove, NY

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Kayla Beavers

Kayla Beavers

Major: Nursing

Hometown: Philadelphia, PA

 

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Ty

Ty Billingslea

Major: Business Administration 

Hometown: Smyrna, DE 

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Cara Cimo

Major: Criminal Justice

Minor: Spanish

Hometown: Townsend, DE

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Aaron Martin

Aaron Martin

Major: Biology

Minor: Chemistry

Hometown: East Lansdowne, PA

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Owen Johnston

Owen Johnston

Major: Business Administration 

Hometown: Minesing, Ontario, Canada 

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Danielle Dinafo

Danielle Dinafo

Major: Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics 

Hometown: Eddystone, PA 

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Nicolas Cubillos

Nicolas Cubillos

Major: Finance

Hometown: Bogotá, Colombia 

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Aliviana Fontello

Aliviana Fontello

Major: Nursing

Minor: ASL

Hometown: New Castle, DE

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Milan Furbush

Milan Furbush

Major: Psychology

Minor: Criminal Justice

Hometown: Bear, DE 

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Tay Melis

Tay Melis

Major: Cybersecurity

Hometown:  Almaty, Kazakhstan  

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Miles

Miles Johnson

Major: Cybersecurity 

Hometown: Yeadon, PA 

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Christina Jorgensen

Major: English/Secondary Teacher Certification

Minor: Literature

Hometown: Ridley Park, PA 

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Sr. Monica Kemirembe

Major: Health Science

Hometown: Kyegegwa, Uganda

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Jaden Stone

Jaden Stone

Major: Computer Information Systems, Film Study

Hometown: Chester, PA

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Valerie Wheeler

Major: Sport Management

Minor: Communication & Digital Media 

Hometown: Philadelphia, PA

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Madison Birkmire

Major: Marketing

Minor: Sports Management

Hometown: Springfield, PA

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Morgan Keely

Morgan Keely

Major: Nursing

Minor: American Sign Language

Hometown: East Greenville, PA

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Claire Bezich

Claire Bezich

Major: Nursing

Minor: American Sign Language & Spanish

Hometown: Haddon Township, NJ

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Srdan Vuja

Srdan Vujanovic

Major: Communications and Digital Media

Hometown: Novi Sad, Serbia

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Sami Passalaqua

Major: Health Sciences/ Pre-Physical Therapy

Minor: Strength and Conditioning

Hometown:  Folsom, NJ 

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Katelyn Baier

Katelyn Baier

Major: Health Sciences (Pre-OT)

Minor: Sign Language

Hometown: Baltimore, MD

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Addie Abney

Addalyn Abney

Major: Psychology

Minor: Literature

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Yasi Robles

Yasi Robles

Major: Health Science/ Pre-Athletic Training 

Hometown: Vineland, NJ 

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Samantha Russell

Samantha Russell

Major: Early Childhood Education w/Special Education 

Minor: History

Hometown: Wilmington, DE

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Alexandra Bergamesco

Alexandra Bergamesco

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Philadelphia, PA

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Luca Troilo

Luca Troilo

Major: Health Sciences/ Pre-Physical Therapy

Hometown: Philadelphia, PA 

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Bella Vittorio

Bella Vittorio

Major: Nursing

Minor: Psychology

Hometown: Glendora, NJ 

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Joe Vizza

Major: Sport Management

Hometown: Horsham, PA

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Abigail Kessler

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Avondale, PA

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Jaelyn Watkins

Jaelyn Watkins

Major: Psychology 

Hometown: Philadelphia, PA

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Sa’Niya Watson

Sa’Niya Watson

Major: Business Administration

Minor: Finance

Hometown: Wilmington, DE

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