Ambassadors

Massachusetts native Larissa De Paula (HC 26) is a second-year Posse Scholar at Rutgers University majoring in Criminal Justice and Political Science. She is passionate about equality and justice, particularly as it pertains to the immigrant experience and first-generation Americans. Outside of her academic pursuits, Larissa is a writer who can be seen performing her works with Verbal Mayhem and the University Choir. She recently served as an Orientation Leader and had the opportunity to engage with the broader Rutgers community and mentor over 200 incoming students. Larissa is looking forward to a future where she can empower others to make small positive changes in their lives.

Samantha Torres (HC '24) is a senior from Penns Grove, New Jersey, majoring in Economics and minoring in Criminology. In addition to being a full time student, she enjoys games nights with Dean Bowers and friends, as well as NYC trips on the weekends. Sam’s fondest memories in the HC have been coming back to East Lounge after class to study and hang out with friends.

Amy Joseph (HC '25) is a junior from Dumont, New Jersey, majoring in Biological Sciences. In addition to being an HC Ambassador, she is a SASHP Peer Tutor and a volunteer at Rutgers CINJ. She enjoys dancing and loves to read horror novels!

Anish Suresh (HC '25) is a junior from Cherry Hill, New Jersey, majoring in Astrophysics and Mathematics and minoring in Computer Science. In addition to serving as a General Ambassador, he is a mentor in the Rutgers University Society of Physics Students and an enthusiastic student, researcher, and tutor. Anish's favorite memories in the HC was meeting his current roommates through playing Pool and Table Tennis.

Anna Del Guercio (HC '25) is a junior from Clifton, New Jersey, majoring in Accounting. At Rutgers, she is involved with HC Ally, the Rutgers University Accounting Association, and Beta Alpha Psi. Anna chose the Honors College for the people and the vast amount of opportunities. In her free time, Anna enjoys reading, playing the violin, and watching Survivor.

Aum Mundhe (HC '25) is a junior from Ridgewood, New Jersey, majoring in Business Analytics & Information Technology as well as in Math. Other than being an Honors College Ambassador, Aum is also the R&D Manager of the Environmental Sustainability Project in the business club Rutgers Enactus, and he plays quiz bowl as part of the Rutgers Academic Team. Aum's favorite memories in the Honors College have been with his freshman year floor mates, who helped him make more time for reading and do crossword puzzles.

Valeria Monsalve (HC '26) is a sophomore from North Bergen, New Jersey, majoring in English and minoring in Women and Gender Studies. In addition to serving as a General Ambassador for the Honors College, she is a part of the First Year Fellowship program and a part of the radio station at Rutgers, 90.3 The Core. Valeria's fondest memories in the HC have been late nights watching movies and singing karaoke in the seminar rooms.

Vinit Patel (HC '26) is a sophomore from Cedar Grove, New Jersey, majoring in Computer Science. In additional to serving as General Ambassador, he is an HC Ally and a member of the Rutgers University Mobile App Development. Vinit's fondest memories in the HC have been playing pool and attending events where he got to know HC students from various backgrounds.

Keshav Badri ('27) is a sophomore from Central Jersey who is majoring in Physics and Mathematics. On campus, Keshav enjoys being an Honors College General Ambassador, and enjoys pursuing his interests in public policy through his involvement on the Rutgers Travel Model UN team. He is also involved in research through the Department of Physics and Astronomy, and is an active member of the Society of Physics Students at Rutgers. He hopes to one day pursue a PhD in Physics. In his free time, Keshav likes to play badminton with the friends he made at the HC.

Saanvi Bhuteja ('27) is a student majoring in Biology and Public Health with aspirations to become an orthodontist. Besides volunteering as an Honors College Ambassador, she is involved as a research assistant in the Department of Psychiatry, Site Leader for Rutgers University Alternative Breaks, and Historian for Dental Knights Association. In her free time, Saanvi loves to travel, hike, go on runs, and read.

Sidney Charles ('27) is a student from Burlington, New Jersey, majoring in Biological Sciences, with aspirations of becoming a physician assistant. Besides serving as a Honors College Ambassador, she does research in the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry and is a health screener for the American Preventive Screening & Education Association (APSEA). In her free time, Sidney enjoys crocheting, watercolor painting, and traveling.

Rishita Dasgupta (HC '27) is a student from Edison, New Jersey pursuing a major in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a minor in Computer Science. In addition to being an ambassador for both the Honors College and the School of Engineering, she is also involved in the Society of Women Engineers, Mobile App Development Club, and Engineering Governing Council. Rishita also researched under the Douglass Residential College’s Project SUPER and Aresty Summer Science Program. Outside academics, she enjoys reading fiction and nonfiction, writing poems and stories, singing, and drawing.

Misha Gill ('27) is a student majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Public Health, with dreams of becoming a doctor one day. Besides serving as an Honors College Ambassador, she is also the Public Relations Manager for the Central Asian Student Organization, and is doing research at the Cancer Institute of New Jersey. In her free time, Misha enjoys baking, reading, and hanging out with her friends.

Gabriella Glaz (HC ‘27) is a junior in the School of Arts and Sciences double majoring in Philosophy and Sports Management with a minor in Political Science, pursuing the goal of attending law school. In addition to serving as the Lead Ambassador for Training and Development, she is also a Scarlet Ambassador, Department of Kinesiology and Health Ambassador, Events Chair for the Commuter Student Association, School of Arts and Sciences Honors Peer Tutor, and member of the Pre-Law Society. Gabriella was a presenter and panelist at the 2025 RU Research Writing Conference. This summer she completed a Judicial Internship working for a superior court judge in Middlesex County. In her free time, she teaches chess to children, enjoys reading, rug hooking, jigsaw puzzles, and spending time with friends and family.

David Gregory ('27) is a student majoring in Physics and Economics. Outside of the classroom he is passionate about Formula 1 and hopes to attend a race one day. In the past he has served in multiple leadership roles ranging from a research lead for an international cohort to a volunteering initiative at a local community center.

Elyse Guadagno ('24) is an out-of-state student from Dallas, Texas. She is majoring in Biochemistry: Biochemical Toxicology with a minor in Music, and she plans to attend medical school and become a pediatrician. Besides working as an Honors College Ambassador, she serves as a representative on the SEBS Governing Council, is a member of HOSA (Future Health Professionals), and participates in the Rutgers Choral Program. In her free time, Elyse enjoys listening to music, reading, and embroidery!

Amy Joseph (’25) is a student majoring in Exercise Science with a minor in Statistics, with aspirations of becoming a physician. Besides serving as a Resident Assistant in Winkler Suites, she volunteers as an Honors College Ambassador, works in the ED as a medical scribe, volunteers as a volunteer EMT, and serves as the vice president of Sangam, a cultural club. In her free time, Amy loves to read, cook, and binge-watch true crime documentaries.

Mikayla Kim ('27) is a sophomore from Glen Rock, New Jersey, majoring in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry and double minoring in Spanish and Comparative and Critical Race and Ethnic Studies. In addition to being an Honors College ambassador, she is a research assistant at the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine and the mentorship chair for Project Meducate, a local non-profit organization that aims to provide free health services to the community. In her free time, Mikayla enjoys listening to music, baking, and playing tennis.

Valeria Monsalve ('26) is a student double majoring in English and Political Science, with a goal of becoming a lawyer, working in copyright law. Besides being an ambassador for the Honors College, she is an HC scholar peer mentor, the Resident Assistant of the Latin Images LLC, the secretary for the Latino Student Council, external vice-president for the Douglass Governing Council, secretary for LLEGO, and the marketing coordinator for the First-Generation Student Union. In her free time, Valeria enjoys reading, running, and going to concerts.

Rachel Philip ('27) is a student majoring in Cell Biology and Neuroscience with aspirations of becoming a doctor. Besides serving as an Honors College Ambassador, Rachel is a Changemaking Mentor and served as a learning assistant for the Honors College Cross-Cultural Competency Course. Outside of the Honors College, Rachel volunteers with APSEA, is a member of Rutgers ICF, volunteers as an EMT, and works as a Medical Assistant and Physical Therapy Aide. In her free time, Rachel enjoys running, traveling, reading, and playing cards and board games.

Mendy Zhou ('27) is a student double majoring in Marketing and Business Analytics IT with a minor in Psychology. Aspiring to join marketing analytics in the fashion industry, she works at the Rutgers Asian American Cultural Center, volunteers as an Honors College Ambassador, and is part of Women BUILD as well as other Rutgers professional organizations like FORM and RAMS. Whenever she is free, she enjoys searching for new songs to add to her playlists, jewelry making, and in the rare occasions she has money, traveling.

Alexandra Domanski ('27) is an Honors College student majoring in Computer Science, aiming to become a Front-End Developer upon completing her undergraduate years. Beyond her academic career, she also volunteers as a General Ambassador for the Honors College and Honors College Serves, is a part of the Financial Development Team for Engineers without Borders, and is a member of Women in Computer Science. Outside of school, Alexandra enjoys spending her time at the beach or playing pickleball with her friends!

Jaden He (HC '27, EMSOP '29) is a student majoring in pharmacy with career aspirations of becoming a hospital or clinical pharmacist. Alongside volunteering as an Honors College Ambassador, Jaden serves as the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy representative of the Rutgers University Student Assembly and the secretary of the Pharmacy Governing Council’s Class of 2029, as well as conducting research under the Pharmacology and Toxicology department. In his free time, Jaden loves drawing and painting, enjoying a day at the beach with friends, and singing.

John Venetsky ('27) is a student double majoring in Accounting and Finance. Hoping to become an investment banking analyst, John has interned at wealth management firms to build his base of financial knowledge. At Rutgers, John joined organizations like Little Investment Bankers of Rutgers (LIBOR) to further learn about his career aspirations. In addition to this, John gives back to his community through being a honors college ambassador and a member of HC Serves. In his free time, John likes traveling and listening to 80s music.

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Alina Chen (she/her) (HC ’28) is an Honors College student majoring in Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and pursuing the pre-law track. In addition to serving as a Lead Ambassador, Alina serves the broader New Brunswick community as the University Affairs Chair of the Rutgers University Student Assembly, conducts research in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, and is part of the Douglass Residential College community. In her free time, she enjoys salsa dancing, hiking, going to the beach, and spending time with friends and family.