Student Ambassadors
The Medical Student Ambassadors Program is a student leadership initiative through the Office of Admissions where current Year II medical students interact with prospective students and assist with tours and admissions interviews.
Meet the Ambassadors
2023 -2024 Student Ambassadors
Alanna
Macon Campus
Hometown: Baxley
Education
Georgia Southern University
BS, Biology
Minors: Organic Chemistry & Religious Studies
Fun Fact: I have three amazing Maine Coon cats.
Alex
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Columbus
Education
Furman University
BA, Business Administration
Hobbies: Anything outdoors or on the ocean; reading, watching movies, and exploring Savannah with my classmates.
Ally
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Woodstock
Education
Mercer University
BS, Public Health
Minors: Chemistry & Biology
Fun Fact: I worked as a tech in the Emergency Department at Northside Cherokee during my gap year!
Andrew E.
Macon Campus
Hometown: Warner Robins
Education
Augusta University
BS, Cell & Molecular Biology
Ideal Speciality: General Surgery
Andrew R.
Macon Campus
Hometown: Donalsonville
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biochemical Engineering
Ideal Speciality: Family Medicine
Aneesa
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Flowery Branch
Education
University of North Georgia
BS, Biology
Minors: Chemistry & Criminal Forensics
Hobbies: Soccer, Kayaking, and Traveling.
Anita
Macon Campus
Hometown: Gainesville
Education
Mercer University
BS, Biology
Minors: Chemistry, Public Health, and Spanish
Three words to describe you: Energetic, empathetic, and dedicated.
Antonio
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Columbus
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Minors: Biology & Genetics
Fun Fact: I have an extra muscle on my leg.
Ashlyn
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Calhoun
Education
Samford University
BS, Nursing
Fun Fact: During my gap year, I worked as a nurse in the Cardiopulmonary ICU at UAB.
Brandon
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Statesboro
Education
Auburn University
BS, Biomedical Sciences
Ideal Speciality: Surgery
Daniella
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Macon
Education
Mercer University
BS, Biomedical Engineering
Minors: Biology & Chemistry
Hobbies: Lifting, Running, Cooking
Dylan
Macon Campus
Hometown: Warner Robins
Education
Mercer University
BS, Chemical Commerce
Fun Fact: My twin and I both played college football! (except he played at Auburn, whoops)
Elizabeth
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Dallas
Education
Mercer University
BS, Public Health
Minors: Biology & Chemistry
Fun Fact: I once won a radio contest to see Big Time Rush in concert.
Final
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Greensboro
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology
BS, Neuroscience
Minors: Health & Medical Sciences
Hobbies: Reading, finding new brunch spots and coffee shops, & hiking.
Grace
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Rome
Education
Auburn University
BS, Biomedical Sciences
Three words to describe you: Determined, eager, and outgoing.
Hamit
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Columbus
Education
Columbus State University
BS, Biology
Ideal Speciality: Emergency Medicine
Hannah
Macon Campus
Hometown: Sandersville
Education
Mercer University
BS, Neuroscience
Fun Fact: I cheered at Mercer during undergrad! GO BEARS 🐻
Harris
Macon Campus
Hometown: Newnan
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biology
Ideal Speciality: Internal Medicine
Harrison
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Dalton
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fun Fact: I won a flag football tournament at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Harsimran
Macon Campus
Hometown: Bainbridge
Education
Berry College
BS, Biochemistry
Minor: Family Studies
Hobbies: Playing video games, collecting vinyl records, and caring for houseplants.
John A.
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Decatur
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Public Health
Minor: Global Health
Certificate: Behavioral Medicine
Hobbies: I love to take any chance I can to be outdoors. I especially love to go hiking, mountain biking, and fishing.
John David
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Chatsworth
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biochemistry & Molecular; Psychology
Fun Fact: I worked as a line cook before attending medical school.
Joseph
Macon Campus
Hometown: Ringgold
Education
Mercer University
BS, Biology
Three words to describe you: Kind, motivated, and reliable.
Kathryn
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Cleveland
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biology & Psychology
Fun Fact: I can play the oboe.
Landon
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Cartersville
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biology
Ideal Speciality: Pediatrics
Laren
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Macon
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biology
Mercer School of Medicine
MS, Preclinical Sciences
Fun Fact: I have a three-year-old Goldendoodle named Poppy!
Lilly
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Savannah
Education
Mercer University
BS, Chemistry
Minors: Biology
Hobbies: Taking my dog on walks, exercising, and hanging out with friends and family.
Mary Catherine
Macon Campus
Hometown: Valdosta
Education
Mercer University
BA, Spanish
Minors: Biology & Chemistry
Fun Fact: I speak Spanish as a second language and I’m learning ASL!
Matthew
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Grayson
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biological Sciences
Minor: Spanish
Three words to describe you: Optimistic, dedicated, and compassionate.
Meagan
Macon Campus
Hometown: Warner Robins
Education
Mercer University
BS, Biology
Minor: Chemistry & Psychology
Mercer School of Medicine
MS, Preclinical Sciences
Hobbies: Playing Sims, crafting, and cooking.
Megan
Macon Campus
Hometown: White Plains
Education
Georgia College & State University
BS, Chemistry
Fun Fact: I have the high school record of most goals scored in a game.
Mitt
Macon Campus
Hometown: Camilla
Education
Mercer University
BS, Biology
Minor: Business Administration & Chemistry
Ideal Speciality: Internal Medicine
Neel
Macon Campus
Hometown: Alpharetta
Education
Mercer University
BS, Psychology
Fun Fact: I wanted to be a weatherman when I was younger.
Olivia
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Marietta
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Genetics
Mercer School of Medicine
MS, Preclinical Sciences
Hobbies: Walking by the river, reading, biking, and playing volleyball.
Reagan
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Gainesville
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biology
Fun Fact: I was on an ABC game show with my family.
Sandra
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Midway
Education
University of Georgia
BS.Ed, Exercise & Sport Science
Three words to describe you: Confident, motivated, and happy.
Sania
Macon Campus
Hometown: Johns Creek
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Health Promotion
Ideal Speciality: Internal Medicine
Sara Kate
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Carrollton
Education
University of Georgia
BS, Biology & Psychology
Hobbies: I love to spend my free time doing CrossFit, going to new coffee shops, and reading on the beach!
Sarika
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Alpharetta
Education
Mercer University
BS, Neuroscience
Minor: Business Administration & Chemistry
Fun Fact: I went to the same middle school as Raven Symone.
Savannah
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Warner Robins
Sierra
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Richmond Hill
Education
Georgia Southern University
BS, Biology
Minor: Chemistry
Fun Fact: I have a pet snake named Pickle!
Sonny
Macon Campus
Hometown: Moultrie
Education
Mercer University
BA, Global Health
Minor: Chemistry
Ideal Speciality: Internal Medicine
Trey
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Tifton
Education
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
BS, Biology
Hobbies: Spending time outdoors, cooking, and playing pickleball.
Tristan
Columbus Campus
Hometown: Dawsonville
Education
University of Georgia
BSA, Biological Sciences
Minor: Biology
Three words to describe you: Ambitious, genuine, and sociable.
William
Savannah Campus
Hometown: Valdosta
Education
Wake Forest University
BS, Biology & Philosophy
Ideal Speciality: General Surgery