College of Education Student Ambassadors

jiak222@uky.edu 

Somerset, KY 

Learning & Behavior Disorders & Ele. Edu 
Minor: Interdisciplinary Disability Studies 

Hi friends! My name is Jasmine Akin, and I’m a junior studying Learning & Behavior Disabilities and Elementary Education. I’m so excited to be part of the College of Education Ambassador team! Outside of classes, I’m involved in CPC College, a local college ministry, and I love spending time with my people, diving into a good book, or playing my favorite board game (Monopoly!). I’m passionate about helping children with disabilities feel truly seen, valued, and cared for in every space they’re in. I believe every child deserves to know they belong—and I can’t wait to one day create places/opportunities that reflect that. A fun fact about me: I will never say no to a good rom-com, road trips with friends, or a good walk around the Arboretum!

Kmar239@uky.edu

Brentwood, TN

Elementary Education 
Minor: English

Hi Wildcats! My name is Kylie Armstrong and I am a junior from Brentwood, Tennessee, studying Elementary Education with a minor in English. I’m hoping to go to graduate school and get a K-12 certification and teach either elementary school or high-school English. At UK, besides being a College of Education Student Ambassador, I’m involved with the Newman Center, undergraduate research, and ADKCC. I am also a recruitment chair for the Elementary Education Student Association, and am a 2024 Chellgren Fellow. I love to draw, read, go to UK sporting events, workout, and volunteer at the local elementary schools. I also love spending time with my friends and family.

jjbr261@uky.edu 

Louisville, Kentucky 

Exercise Science 
Minor: Coaching 

Hello, my name is Joshua Bridges. I am currently a junior from Louisville, Kentucky. My major is kinesiology-exercise science with a minor in coaching. After graduation, I plan to go to occupational therapy school. My dream is to become an occupational therapist. I’m currently involved in a pre-OT association and Naacp. In my free time I like to go to the gym, play basketball, watch movies, and attend football games.

katie.guiborat@uky.edu

Plainfield, IL

Elementary Education 

Hey Cats! My name is Katie Guiborat and I’m from Plainfield, IL. I’m a senior studying Elementary Education and have been blessed with the opportunity to teach abroad in the spring! I’m currently involved in Greek Life and serve on the Panhellenic Executive Council as Vice President of Education! My favorite thing to do at Kentucky is go to basketball game and I have even camped out for over 6 hours for a game before.

cohack19@gmail.com

Elizabethtown, KY

Sports Leadership

Hey WILDCATS! I am Connor Hackley and I am from Elizabethtown, Kentucky. I am a junior who is majoring in Sports Leadership. In the future I plan to go to graduate school and open up a business of my own in the sport industry. I enjoy listening to all kinds of music, hanging out with friends, and going to the gym. Lastly I have a dog named Jep who is a Doberman Lab mix. Go Big Blue!

tsha246@uky.edu 

Louisville, Kentucky  

Secondary Social Studies 
Minor: Political Science 

Hi Wildcats! My name is Terrena, and I’m a junior here at the University of Kentucky majoring in Secondary Social Studies Education with a minor in Political Science. After finishing my undergraduate degree, I plan to continue my education in graduate school. I’m a proud member of the Lewis Honors College, Black Voices, and Tri-Alpha here on campus. In my free time, I love cheering on the Cats at football and basketball games!
 

michayla.hawkins@uky.edu 

Delaware, Ohio 

Physical and Health Education   

Hi Wildcats! My name is Michayla Hawkins and I'm from Delaware, Ohio. I'm a sophomore majoring in Physical and Health Education, planning on getting my Masters in Adaptive P.E. Along with being an ambassador, I also work in the Office for Student Success for the College of Education. In my free time I love to be with my friends, go to workout classes, UK sporting events and listen to music. 

mdhe251@uky.edu 

Marietta, Ga 

Kinesiology - Exercise Science 
Minor: Psychology 

Hi! My name is Mackenzie Hendrix-Williams and I'm from Marietta, Georgia. I am a sophomore majoring in Kinesiology Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology on a Pre-PA track. I am currently getting my Certified Nursing Assistant license to gain patient care hours for PA school in the future. I am involved in the pre-pa club and the women in pre-pa club. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends, shopping, and working out. 

mdju226@uky.edu 

Lexington, Kentucky    

Elementary Education

Hey everyone! My name is Madelyn Justice, and I am a sophomore from Lexington, Kentucky, majoring in Elementary Education. Aside from being a College of Education Student Ambassador, I am a member of the Elementary Education Student Association here at the University of Kentucky. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, trying new coffee shops, and taking walks in my free time! 

lakn228@uky.edu 

Powell, Ohio  

Kinesiology- Exercise Science   

Hi! My name is Lucy Knoll and I am a junior here at the University of Kentucky. I am majoring in Kinesiology-Exercise Science on the pre-physical therapy track, and after graduation I plan to attend Physical Therapy school. I am a member of the Panhellenic community on campus and am involved as a DanceBlue team captain. I also lead cycle classes at the university, which has been an awesome way to combine my love for fitness with helping others stay active. In my free time, I enjoy running, going to the gym, reading, and hanging out with friends and family! Lastly, being from the Columbus area, I am a big Buckeyes and Wildcats fan—Go Cats!

emma.liljehorn@uky.edu

Naperville, IL

Special Education

Hi Wildcats! My name is Emma Liljehorn and I am a senior studying special education here at UK. One of the best decisions I’ve made was coming here as an out of state first generation student. The College of Education is the best place to be! I work in Fayette County Public Schools and am involved in our special education club. I also enjoy watching UK sports, movies, and trying new restaurants around Lexington. I can’t wait to help people find their place at UK. Go cats!

jfli225@uky.edu  

Williamstown, KY 

Elementary Education

Hey Wildcats! My name is Jolee Litz, and I’m a sophomore from Williamstown, Kentucky—home of the Ark Encounter. I’m a proud student in the College of Education, where I hope to become a kindergarten or first grade teacher. I also work as a student employee in the College of Education, as well as in childcare and at a nearby apartment complex. In my free time, I love hanging out with friends and family, shopping, and walking my German Shepherd. One of my favorite things about UK is cheering on the Cats at basketball and football games. I’m so excited to meet new people and answer questions—this is my first year as a Student Ambassador!

Smma304@uky.edu

Bowling Green, KY 

Special Education 

Hey Wildcats! I'm Sofia Martin, and I'm from Bowling Green, KY. I'm a junior and a Special Education major! In addition to being an ambassador for the College of Education, I hold leadership roles in both my sorority and another student organization that is new to campus this year! I'm the Service Chair for Delta Zeta, and I coordinate volunteer hours at our local philanthropy, The Hearing and Speech Center. I'm also an officer for the Special Olympics College Club! As someone who didn't get the opportunity to be involved in high school due to COVID, I have found my place here at UK and truly feel like I'm making a difference on campus. My favorite thing about UK is the many things you can be involved in- involvement can change your life! GO CATS!

nbmc229@uky.edu

Benton, KY 

Kinesiology - Exercise Science
Minor: Interdisciplinary Disability Studies 

Hi! My name is Nani McClure. I am a junior from Benton, KY studying kinesiology-exercise science on the Pre-Physical Therapy track. I currently am the secretary for Healthcare Cats and am apart of the Movement Mentors Club. I work as a Physical Therapy Technician and a Gymnastics coach. In my free time I enjoy weight lifting, hiking, and anything active!

seme241@uky.edu 

Lexington, Kentucky  

Health Promotion Psychology 

Hello! My name is Shannon Meade and I am from Lexington, Kentucky. I am a senior majoring in Health Promotion with a minor in Psychology. I’ve been involved in Greek Life and this year I will be doing a Community Health internship. I also volunteer as a mentor at Westminster Village. In my free time I love to go to hot pilates, read, listen to music, and hangout with my friends and family!

kmo360@uky.edu 

Paris, Kentucky 

Leadership for Community Education and Human Learning   

Hello, my name is Junior and I am so excited to be an ambassador for the College of Education for the 2025/26 school year. There are a few things you should know about me: I love to meet and talk to new people, so if you see me around come say hi or reach out. I also love UK, I have wanted to come here since my mom dressed me in a UK onesie as a newborn; UK is home to me. I am a massive cat person: I have three- Ollie, Kida, and Mowgli. Lastly, I am still trying to figure out what career I want one day and I want you to know that uncertainty is okay if you have it to. Go CATS!

armo304@uky.edu 

Winston-Salem, NC 

Sports Leadership   

Hey Wildcats! My name is Annalise and I’m a Sport Leadership and Sport Communication major here at UK! It is my goal to one day be an athletic director or general manager for a collegiate or professional basketball or baseball team. I am also apart of the morale committee for DanceBlue as well as a member of the Chi Omega sorority. In my free time I love to spend time with friends and go on drives! 

jara231@uky.edu 

East Hanover, New Jersey 

Interdisciplinary Disabilities Studies   

Hello Wildcats! My name is Jaime Raibick and I am a senior from East Hanover, New Jersey. I am currently studying Interdisciplinary Disabilities Studies. After my undergraduate program, I am hoping to attend graduate school for Occupational Therapy. UK has given me limitless opportunities to get involved, meet new people and expand on my education! I love to spend my time going to UK sporting events, working out, hanging out with my friends and reading. UK has truly become my second home. Go Wildcats! 

egri229@uky.edu 

Murfreesboro, Tennessee  

Leadership for Community Education and Human Learning 
Minor: International Studies 

Hi! My name is Emma Ridgley and I am from Murfreesboro, Tennessee. My major is Leadership for Community Education and Human Learning with a minor in International Studies and I am on the Pre-Law track. Aside from being a College of Education Ambassador, I am involved in my sorority Delta Delta Delta and Lewis Honors College. In my free time I love going to Pilates classes, running, taking walks with friends, and trying new coffee shops around Lexington! I love everything about UK and am a big sports fan! GO Big Blue Nation!

maph231@uky.edu 

Springfield, Illinois 

Secondary English Education   

Hi, y'all! My name is Maya Phillips, and I am a Secondary English Education major from Illinois. I'm involved in the Christian Student Fellowship on campus, and work at The Manchester hotel and the Kentucky Horse Park. In my free time I love to attend any sporting event I can to support the Cats or participating in sports! I also love film, theater, and reading!

amica4snow@gmail.com

Lexington, KY

Elementary Education
Minor: History

Hi Wildcats! My name is Amica Snow, I am a native of Lexington, KY, studying Elementary Education. On top of my undergraduate studies I am a Gaines Fellow, Chellgren alumna, College of Education Senator, and on the executive board of several student organizations. I have publications looking at how Black girls who live in public housing navigate a post-2020 world and have aspirations to research equitable education through free after-school programs. I have been recognized as a Lyman T. Johnson Torch Bearer and was a Harry S. Truman Scholarship finalist. In my free time, I love reading, listening to music, theater, watching films and tv!

emsp231@uky.edu 

Louisville, KY 

Kinesiology- Exercise Science 
Minor: Health Promotion 

Hey Wildcats! My name is Emily, and I am a senior majoring in Kinesiology- Exercise Science and minoring in Health Promotion on the pre-Physician Assistant track. Aside from being an ambassador for the College of Education, I am the president of UK CHAARG, an all women’s workout club here on campus, and a research assistant for the First Responder Research Lab. I love to go to the gym, reading, making homemade lattes, and going on runs with my friends!

egwi248@uky.edu 

Dublin, Ohio 

Middle Level Education 
Minor: Hebrew and Jewish Studies 

Hi! My name is Emily Wilson and I am from Dublin, Ohio. I am a sophomore studying Middle Level Education with a minor in Hebrew and Jewish studies. After graduating, I hope to move back to Columbus and teach middle school students in math and social studies. Aside from being a student ambassador, I am a Young Life College leader. I am passionate about Christian ministry, education, and sports! In my free time I enjoy working out, trying new coffee shops, playing guitar, and spending time with friends and family. Go Cats!

ceciliawira0709@gmail.com 

Fort Thomas, KY 

Elementary Education
Minor: Criminology

Hi Wildcats! My name is CC Wira, and I am a senior studying Elementary Education with a minor in criminology. I've been in the ambassador program for going on three years now, and I love getting to connect with prospective students and sharing my journey! After graduating, I hope to become a teacher here in Fayette County and eventually work up to a degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Aside from being an ambassador, I also serve as the Vice President of School and Community Partnerships for the Elementary Education Student Association. Outside of school, you can find me hanging out with friends and family, enjoying campus, crafting, or just binging a new show.