John and Marcia Price College of Engineering Ambassador Program
Engineering Ambassadors are the student representatives of the John and Marcia Price College of Engineering.
Engineering Ambassadors are motivated students who represent the Price College of Engineering at recruitment, outreach, alumni, and development events. They provide demonstrations about engineering during K-12 visits, career fairs, and other local events. Ambassadors also lead on-campus tours for school groups and prospective students. This is a highly selective program, as ambassadors work directly with the Dean’s Office in the Price College of Engineering.
Engineering Ambassadors are well-rounded individuals who are passionate about the University of Utah and Price College of Engineering! We are looking for students with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Are you interested in applying to become a Price College of Engineering (PCE) Ambassador?
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Eligibility Requirements
- Must be an enrolled, degree-seeking student in the John & Marcia Price College of Engineering
- Must be in good academic standing with the University of Utah and your academic department
- Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Must commit to a full academic year
Benefits of Being an Engineering Ambassador
- Leadership Development: Gain valuable leadership experience by guiding tours, organizing events, and mentoring new ambassadors.
- Professional Experience: Enhance your resume with real-world experience in public relations, event planning, and community engagement.
- Alumni Connections & Networking: Take advantage of opportunities to meet alumni, campus administrators, and other dignitaries, which can lead to valuable mentorship and career opportunities.
- Personal Growth: Build confidence and self-esteem through public speaking and representing the Price College of Engineering.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be an enrolled, degree-seeking student in the John & Marcia Price College of Engineering
- Must be in good academic standing with the University of Utah and your academic department
- Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Must commit to a full academic year
Benefits of Being an Engineering Ambassador
- Leadership Development: Gain valuable leadership experience by guiding tours, organizing events, and mentoring new ambassadors.
- Professional Experience: Enhance your resume with real-world experience in public relations, event planning, and community engagement.
- Alumni Connections & Networking: Take advantage of opportunities to meet alumni, campus administrators, and other dignitaries, which can lead to valuable mentorship and career opportunities.
- Personal Growth: Build confidence and self-esteem through public speaking and representing the Price College of Engineering.
Required Meetings & Events:
Monthly Engineering Ambassador Meetings
The Engineering Ambassador Program holds monthly meetings the first Wednesday of each month from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Attendance at these meetings is mandatory for all ambassadors.
Required Events
- Engineering Day (Fall Semester)
- Ambassador & Alumni Networking Dinner (Spring Semester)
Compensation
Engineering Ambassadors earn $15.00 per hour. The average weekly hours will vary depending on the number of programs an ambassador participates in but will likely be less than 6 hours per week. Engineering Ambassadors are allowed to have other jobs, both on and off campus, and are encouraged to engage in other campus activities, provided these commitments do not conflict with the dates, duties, and responsibilities of being an Engineering Ambassador.
Contact Us
For more information about the Engineering Ambassador program or if you have any questions, please reach out to:
Lexi Crabb (She/Her)
Price College of Engineering
Student Services Program Manager
Make Appointment
- Phone: 801-581-8575
- Email: alexi.crabb@utah.edu
- Office: 1706 WEB
Meet the Ambassadors
Meylin Al-Saleh
Major: Electrical Engineering
• Minor: Philosophy
• Campus & Community Involvement: Member of Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
• Fun Fact: I switched from Computer Science to Electrical Engineering because I wanted something more hands-on. I also speak Spanish and Arabic, and I love cats
Ensi Armacost
Major: Civil Engineering
- Email: ensi.armacost@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: Runs the Strand Collective, which is an all-girls ski and snowboard club
• Fun Fact: I love to be outside to ski and mountain bike in my free time
Brendan Beckstrom
Major: Computer Science
- Email: brendan.b@utah.edu
• Minor: Mathematics
• Campus & Community Involvement: Pursuing the AI Track in Computer Science and created a machine learning model in PyTorch that learned how to play Solitaire
• Fun Fact: I grew up playing soccer and played for FC Barcelona’s academy team in Virginia, which took me to Spain to compete in a tournament against teams from around the globe.
Sydney Bidix
Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Email: sydeny.bidix@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: University Ambassador, undergraduate research, intermural sports, ski, and snowboard clubs
Morgan Boring
Major: Chemical Engineering
- Email: morgan.boring@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: Double major in Applied Mathematics, serves on MUSS Board, teaches swim lessons at the campus rec center, involved with LDS Institute Program, plays water polo, and swing dances.
• Fun Fact: I have a collection of stuffed animals, each which has a unique name.
Chase Canning
Major: Data Science
• Campus & Community Involvement: Enrolled in BS/MS for a Master's in Computing in Data Analysis and Management, Grand Challenges Scholar, and School of Computing Teaching Assistant
• Fun Fact: I am Washington born and raised! I am currently working my way through all of Stephen King’s books.
Madison Cuenco
Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Email: madison.cuenco@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: Grand Challenges Scholar, 3D Printing for Everyone club, and Women’s Rugby Club
• Fun Fact: I have visited Japan!
Kerrigan Denham
Lead Ambassador
Major: Mechanical Engineering, Ph.D
- Email: Kerrigan.denham@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: Completed B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the U of U, PhD research student, TA in Mechanical Engineering, and involved with the Graduate Student Advisory Council (GSAC)
• Fun Fact: I was the student-nominated TA of the year (’24-’25) in the Mechanical Engineering Department
Bodie Gebhardt
Major: Computer Engineering
- Email: bodie.g@utah.edu
• Minor: Mathematics
• Campus & Community Involvement: Residential Assistant for Kahlert Village STEM Community, officer in the Cyber Security club, and undergraduate researcher in Dr. Connor Bischak’s lab.
• Fun Fact: I earned my Eagle Scout rank and love building everything from robots to hiking.
Mollie Hoppe
Major: Civil Engineering
• Campus & Community Involvement: Involved with Chi Omega Sorority
• Fun Fact: I have run a marathon.
Carson Kawabata
Major: Computer Science
- Email: carson.kawabata@utah.edu
• Minor: Chemistry
• Campus & Community Involvement: TA for CHEM 1210: General Chemistry I, U of U NSLS Inductee, and completed an internship at the University of Utah’s Pediatric Research Department in Research Park.
• Fun Fact: I am a fourth-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do
Saloni Madkaikar
Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Email: saloni.madkaikar@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: Worked as an Orientation Leader, Residential Advisor, undergraduate research, and a member of various clubs across campus.
• Fun Fact: I am a Karate Black Belt-Dan 2.
Grace Mead
Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Email: grace.mead@utah.edu
• Minor: Mandarin Chinese
• Campus & Community Involvement: Undergraduate Research Assistant in Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering Society, and Honors College
• Fun Fact: I have wanted to be a biomedical engineer ever since I was twelve years old after a female biomedical engineer was a guest in my seventh-grade math class!
Dillan Mena
Major: Computer Science
- Email: dillan.mena@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: Pursuing AI Track in Computer Science, worked on an independent project programming a Raspberry Pi to make a Network Wide Adblocker & Traffic Reporter for house. This was a fun project because it involved hardware, network protocols, and writing Python scripts.
• Fun Fact: I love fishing. My goal is to catch over 100 different species of fish!
Daniel Mendez
Major: Civil Engineering
• Campus & Community Involvement: Member of Fly-Fishing Club
• Fun Fact: I grew up raising sheep.
Aubree Mullins
Major: Biomedical Engineering
• Campus & Community Involvement: Country Swing Dancing Club and singer in a community performance choir
• Fun Fact: I learned how to produce music in high school.
Gianna Munoz
Major: Chemical Engineering
- Email: gianna.munoz@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: Chemical Engineering Outreach, Society of Women Engineers (SWE), and high school math tutor
• Fun Fact: I enjoy going to concerts!
Hedyeh Nazarinia
Major: Computer Science
• Campus & Community Involvement: Involved with many campus organizations and clubs.
• Fun Fact: Ever since I started coding, I’ve loved it. Outside of school, I love staying active, running, and playing pickleball with my friends.
Isabella Nestel
Major: Mechanical Engineering
• Campus & Community Involvement: Serves on the Student Alumni Board, volunteers with the food pantry, and involved with the Student Research Initiative.
• Fun Fact: I love skiing and hiking!
Karla Pasillas
Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Email: karlap@utah.edu
• Campus & Community Involvement: I work at a credit union helping veterans and homeless people.
• Fun Fact: I have been to over 20 concerts!
Nandhini Ramanathan
Major: Computer Science
• Campus & Community Involvement: Double major in Film & Media Arts, Engineering Scholars Program, Learning Abroad experience, Honors College, 3D Printing Club member, and undergraduate research.
• Fun Fact: Having lived in India, the Philippines, Australia, and now the U.S., I am always up for new adventures, embracing different perspectives, and finding inspiration in unexpected places.
Dylan Ramirez
Major: Mechanical Engineering
• Minor: Philosophy
• Campus & Community Involvement: Involved in the Residence Hall Association (RHA), Systems Lead on the Utah Student Robotics team, and undergraduate research on deformation of metal foams in the High Strain Rate Mechanics of Materials Lab.
• Fun Fact: I love ultramarathon running (recently ran the Wasatch Front 100 miler), cycling, and any outdoor sport.
Regan Simmers
Major: Chemical Engineering
- Email: regan.simmers@utah.edu
• Minor: Business
• Campus & Community Involvement: Undergraduate research in Professor Ryan Stolley’s lab and was a member of a sorority on campus.
• Fun Fact: I can recite 81 digits of pi.