Meet Our Ambassadors!

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Abby Waterhouse

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Year: Third-Year

Hometown: Leominster, MA

Major: Secondary Education English

I am honored to be able to be on this council. Especially after everyone has been so far apart from each other due to COVID-19, it has never felt more special to take part in making change in this college with such wonderful people. I am a big music person (I was almost going to major in it!) and spend a lot of time writing songs with my guitar. I also love running, and of course, spending time with my lovely friends and family.

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Abigail Camp

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Alyson Idler

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Year: Third-Year

Hometown: Manorville, NY

Major: Special Education

Minor: Psychology

Email: aei5076@psu.edu

My name is Alyson Idler and this is my first year on the Council. I am so excited to be a member of this learning community. My passion for education connects me with other leaders in this academic environment. I am a member of CHAARG, which is an all-girls workout club where we empower each other to try new things and expand our physical activity. I love listening to music, hanging out with friends and family, while being a dog lover.

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Alyssa Galban

Pronouns: She/Her

Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: King of Prussia, PA

Major: Early Childhood & Elementary Education

Minor: Special Education

Email: aag5649@psu.edu

This is my fourth year in council serving as a general member. Outside of council, I also am the family relations chair for my THON organization, Tri-STATE, as well as a volunteer for Penn State’s multidisciplinary theater program, Harmony! I also work as a student ambassador at the Paul Robeson Cultural Center during my spare time. My favorite hobbies include baking chocolate chip cookies and taking walks!

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Anna Hess

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Elementary Education

Email: aeh5941@psu.edu

Hey, I am so excited for my second year in the Council! I can’t wait to get more involved and meet more of my fellow Student Council members!

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Anna Williamson

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Newton, PA

Major: Early Childhood & Elementary Education

Email: akw5917@psu.edu

This is my first year on Council and I am super excited to see what we accomplish! At Penn State, some of my favorite things so far are my friends I have made, the football games, my THON committee, and of course, the ice cream! I also love being outside, being active, baking, and spending time with my two dogs. I can’t wait for this year to see what comes!

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Autumn Smith

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Bella Scaramuzzo

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Early Childhood & Elementary Education

Email: bms6842@psu.edu

This is my first year in Council, and I cannot wait! As well as education, my other passion is dance. I have been a dancer my whole life and am an active member in Volé. My friends and family are extremely important to me, and I love to hangout with them in my free time.

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Brooke Fledderman

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Arroyo Grande, CA

Major: Early Childhood and Elementary Education

Email: bpf5215@psu.edu

I am so blessed to be a part of this great student organization, filled with amazing individuals who lift up one another. This community has allowed me to enjoy the College of Education to a level I didn't think was possible without them. I am also a member of the Delta Gamma sorority here at University Park, as the Director of E-Communications. If you are looking for a place of welcome, come to Chambers Building!

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Brooke Zolezi

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Year: Third-Year

Hometown: Manalapan, NJ

Major: Secondary English Education

Minor: Special Education

Email: baz5173@psu.edu

Hi my name is Brooke Zolezi! I am super passionate about THON and I am involved in Greek Life here on campus! You can find me at starbucks getting a coffee every single day!

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Bryce Berger

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Warrington, PA

Major: Secondary Spanish Education

Email: bmb6689@psu.edu

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Caitlin Malley

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Cecilia Nutter

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Year: First-Year

Hometown: West Chester, PA

Major: Secondary Social Studies Education

Email: czn53@psu.edu

Hi! My name is Cecilia and it is my first year in the Council. I love hanging out with my family, hiking, the beach, the mountains, and being a Penn State student. I am super excited to be on the council this year and I can’t wait for new opportunities!

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Chloe Webster-Gigg

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Eliza Austin

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Emma Cardone

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Early Childhood & Elementary Education

Email: ekc5528@psu.edu

This is my first year on Council and I am so excited to get more involved within the College of Education! I cannot wait to meet and work with new people who have similar interests and goals as me! Outside of Council, I am involved in THON and am a member of Delta Zeta. I love traveling, hanging out with family and friends, and Penn State Football!

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Emma Leister

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Lititz, PA

Major: Middle Level English Education

Minor: Early Development Education

Email: enl5127@psu.edu

I am super excited to be a part of the College of Education Student Council, alongside so many amazing future educators! Ever since I was little I've wanted to attend Penn State to become a teacher of some sort. In my free time, I love working at the Krause Innovation Studio in the Chambers Building, being on the exec board of my THON organization, and hanging out with friends any chance I get. I absolutely love Penn State, the College of Education, and everything that comes with it, so feel free to ask me any questions!

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Gabrielle Martinez

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Washington, NJ

Major: Elementary & Early Childhood Education

Email: gjm5632@psu.edu

I’m a sophomore and I’m so excited to share new ideas this year! I am an outdoor school counselor and love going on hikes through PSOC. I love the outdoors, discovering new music, developing my yoga practice, and going thrifting.

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Grace St. Clair

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Haley Stefanik

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Warrington, PA

Major: Elementary Education

Minor: Special Education

Email: hjs5704@psu.edu

Hi! I am so excited for a new year in student council and I can’t with to get to do all of our activities especially donuts with deans!

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Josh Rainey

Pronouns: He/Him

Year: Third-Year

Hometown: Westover, PA

Major: Secondary Social Studies Education

Minor: History and Geography

Email: jdr5940@psu.edu

My name is Josh, and I'm a third-year college student who has a strong interest in the specifics of World War I and World War II. I enjoy learning about forgotten historical tales and trying to understand how the complexities of the past continue to influence the present. The bravery and tenacity exhibited by people who survived the world wars inspire me as an avid reader and historian of wartime America. Since my goal is to make a significant difference in the lives of future generations, I have chosen education as my means of preserving and disseminating the priceless lessons learned from history.

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Kaitlyn Castelluccio

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Chagrin Falls, OH

Major: Early Childhood and Elementary Education

Email: kec5854@psu.edu

I am so excited to be a part of the College of Education Student Council! I can't wait to work with everyone in the Council and become a better educator! Outside of COESC, I am involved in OPPerations for Homecoming and THON, and I like hanging out with my friends! Feel free to reach out!! :)

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Kaitlyn Wilburn

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Katelyn Giordano

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Setauket, NY

Major: Elementary Education

Email: katelyngiordano8@gmail.com

I’m excited to get involved in the college of education! I enjoy running and going to the beach!

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Katie Bryson

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Katie Marangoni

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Year: Third Year

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Secondary Social Studies Education

Minor: History & Political Science

Email: krm6122@psu.edu

This is my second year on the Council and I look forward to all of our wonderful events! Outside of the council I am the Education Director for Alpha Sigma Alpha and am on Dancer Relations for THON 2024!

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Kayla Lumish

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Year: First-Year

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Secondary English Education

Minor: Special Education

Email: kal6353@psu.edu

Hello, I’m Kayla :) It is a honor to be accepted into the College of Education’s Student Council. I am thrilled to make new education major friendships and build a relationship with our deans. Outside of the Council, I love to hike, play tennis, hangout with my Buddy, and do photography. I can't wait to see what exciting opportunities and personal growth the Council brings!!

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Kelsey Miller

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Year: Third-Year

Hometown: Blue Bell, PA

Major: Elementary & Early Childhood Education

Minors: Special Education, Early Development in Education, and Child Maltreatment & Advocacy Studies

Email: kem6426@psu.edu

I am extremely excited and honored to be able to work with the other amazing Council members as well as working with the rest of the truly fantastic College of Education Team. I look forward to becoming a better educator and to have numerous volunteer opportunities. I am the current Vice President of the Penn State Singing Lions as well as a member of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority. I also work for the CEEL Program at Easterly Parkway Elementary. When I'm not doing work I'm hanging out with my friends, reading a book, or getting coffee. If you ever need someone to talk to or a friendly face, feel free to reach out!

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Kristen Trainer

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Ellicott City, MD

Major: Elementary & Early Childhood Education

Minor: Early Development & Education

Email: kmt5893@psu.edu

My name is Kristen and I am so excited for my fourth year on council! I am so passionate about education and inspiring young learners! Outside of council I am involved with Delta Gamma, THON, and the greater State College community.

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Layla Thornton

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: State College, PA

Major: Early Childhood & Elementary Education

Minors: Social Justice in Education and Politics & Policy Studies

Email: lrt5191@psu.edu

I’m super excited to be involved with Council this year!

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Lillie Whitney

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Year: Third-Year

Hometown: Havertown, PA

Major: Early Childhood & Elementary Education

Minor: Human Development and Family Studies

Email: lew5439@psu.edu

This is my first year on the council and I cannot wait to see what this year brings! I am excited to be part of a group of students who are so passionate about the College of Education. Outside of the council I am part of a THON Dancer Relations Committee and I also play intramural soccer. I love being outside, camping, spending time with friends and family, and listening to country music!

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Lizzy Smith

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Syracuse, NY

Major: Elementary Education

Email: ecs5761@psu.edu

I’m excited to get involved in the College of Education! I enjoy spending time with family and friends and baking!

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Luke Doblick

Pronouns: He/Him

Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Majors: Secondary Social Studies Education and Political Science

Email: ljd5510@psu.edu

When I’m not busy with school I love to hike, read (mainly historical fiction and sci-fi), and skateboard! I love to play Magic the Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons as well!

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Lydia Erb

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Year: First-Year

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Majors: Elementary Education

Email: lerb624@gmail.com

Hi! This is my first year on the Council and I am so excited for all the new experiences and opportunities that are coming! I can’t wait to bond and make connections with other council members! While I’m only a month in, I plan to join a THON committee and Camp Kesem Central PA. I love running, waking my dog with a good podcast on, and spending time with friends and family! I can’t wait to start this journey on the Council!

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Maria Cima

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Megan Keating

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Year: First-Year

Hometown: Reston, VA

Major: Early Childhood Education

Email: mbk6047@psu.edu

Hey everyone! I am a freshman and a first year council member. I am looking forward to working with the council and I’m excited to see what we accomplish this year! On campus I’m involved in multiple clubs and love attending sports games and concerts. I love listening to music, hanging out with friends and exploring new places! I’m also a big Eagles fan, go birds!

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Miranda Lucero

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Major: Elementary & Early Childhood Education

Minor: Social Justice in Education

Email: mkl5798@psu.edu

I am currently a fourth-year member on the council and have grown up alongside members who became my best friends! I am student teaching in 4th grade in Clinton County, PA and loving it! I am the President of a service sorority and have been a Primary THON Chair. I would love to answer any questions you have about Penn State, out-of-state, Social Justice in Education, student teaching, or anything else! Please feel free to email me!

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Morgan Dubey

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: New Jersey

Major: Secondary Social Studies Education

Email: mbd5621@psu.edu

I am super excited to be a member of the Education Student Council. I am in Chambers all the time and enjoy studying in the Krause Innovation Studio. If you ever see me in there, come say hi!

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Nate Burger

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Nicole Kopko

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Ridley, PA

Major: Special Education

Minor: Rehabilitation and Human Services

Email: ndk5126@psu.edu

Hi there! I am a currently studying Special Education with a minor in Rehabilitation and Human Services. In addition to student council, I am currently a Family Relations Co-Chair of Apollo Benefitting THON! When you can't find me in Chambers Building you may find me hanging out with friends, baking, or watching Survivor. After my time at PSU, I hope to become an educator for exceptional learners! Please feel free to contact me anytime. Treat people with kindness!

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Noelle Jankowski

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Year: First-Year

Hometown: Royal Oak, MI

Major: Early Childhood and Elementary Education

Email: nmj5359@psu.edu

This is my first year on Council, and I am beyond excited to see all the amazing things we accomplish this year! We are all striving to be the change and I think it’s amazing to see the community we have built to do so! I love to travel, hang out with friends and family, and paint. I’m genuinely so excited for everything this year has in store for us, and could not be more proud to be apart of such an amazing group of people!

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Nya Cherry

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Collegeville, PA

Majors: Secondary Biology Education and Biology

Email: nxc87@psu.edu

Hi! I am so excited to serve my 4th year on Council! It is amazing to be surrounded by fellow future educators and learn how to strengthen my skills as a leader. This semester I am student teaching at State College Area School District and am enjoying learning through experience. Along with Council, I serve as the University Relations Director on the Executive Board of Lion Ambassadors. In my free time, I enjoys listening to music, playing volleyball, traveling to the beach, and spending time with my friends. So excited for this year!

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Riley Levine

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Year: First-Year

Hometown: Ask me about it!

Major: Secondary English Education

Email: rnl5167@psu.edu

I am thrilled to be a part of CoESC this year! I’ve known I wanted to work in education since I was 13 or 14. When I learned about the Council and all the opportunities it presents, I couldn’t wait to join! I’m excited to become a better educator and join the Council family! Outside of Council, I’m involved in SPSEA and Schreyer for Women. I can’t wait to see what the year brings!

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Rylee LeValley

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Tessa Minich

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Year: Second-Year

Hometown: Bridgwater, NJ

Major: Early Elementary Education

Minor: Human Development & Family Studies

Email: tfm5577@psu.edu

I am a new member of the Council and I am looking forward to what this year brings! I am so excited to meet new people, bring new people into the College of Education and get involved with my community! I am a second year majoring in Early Elementary Education and planning to minor in HDFS or RHS. I grew up in Bridgwater, New Jersey and have 2 sisters. I am a part of CHAARGE PSU, GIVE, Delta Zeta and Burning Hearts. I love spending time outside whether going on walks with friends and family or grabbing coffee and chatting with a friend. A few hobbies of mine are working out, baking, reading, and enjoying quality time with family and friends. I can’t wait to see what this year brings and strive to make a positive impact on my fellow classmates in the Council and College of Education as a whole!

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Ty Porter

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Year: First-Year

Hometown: Bucks County, PA

Major: Elementary Education

Email: tjp6038@psu.edu

Volleyball player, best buddies.

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Valarie Hibbard

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Year: Fourth-Year

Hometown: Elkridge, MD

Major: Elementary & Early Childhood Education

Email: vvh5086@psu.edu

Hi everyone! I’m so excited to be here for my fourth year of council! Outside of ESC, I play trumpet in Blue Band, am a member of PLA, and manage the Krause Innovation Studio! I love to get Panera so if you ever want a lunch buddy just reach out!