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Connect with a student admissions associate
Student admissions associates are Rochester students who provide insight into the University of Rochester student experience. These Yellowjackets co-host info sessions and are available to answer questions about URochester.
Sammy Bauer (she/her)
Major: Psychology and Brain & Cognitive Sciences
Minor: Dance
Class year: 2026
Hi everyone! I’m from New Jersey and am an active member of several student organizations here at the University of Rochester, including Ballet Performance Group and Partners in Reading. I am also involved in Greek life, work as a research assistant in the Cognitive Development Lab and serve as a tour guide. Additionally, I had the amazing opportunity to spend a semester abroad in Copenhagen! If you have any questions about academics, student life, or just want to learn more about the URochester experience, feel free to reach out!
Jervon Cole (he/him)
Major: Biochemistry
Class year: 2027
I’m a Resident Advisor (RA) in Susan B. Anthony Hall (First-Year Housing) and a member of Dr. Dragony Fu’s lab, where I work on biochemical research exploring pathologies associated with RNA modifications. I’ve led workshops for Biology 110 and Chemistry 132, will be leading Organic Chemistry I (CHEM 203) in the fall, and have also worked at the Career Center supporting students with professional development. I’m also on the executive board of STEM Initiative, where we bring hands-on science demos to local schools weekly — if you have any questions about residential life, research, classes, or getting involved on campus, I’d love to chat!
Kelechi Ejiofor (she/her)
Major: Computational Biology & Clinical and Translational Sciences
Minor: Psychology
Class year: 2026
Hi! I am from Abuja, Nigeria. I’m passionate about host–microbe interactions. In URMC’s Scheible Lab, I study how the infant immune system, specifically gamma-delta (γδ) T cells, relates to the developing gut microbiome, and I love bridging lab discoveries with real-world impact. On campus, I’m part of the Minority Association for Pre-Medical Students, the Pre-Doc Program, the Program of Dance & Movement, and the French Club (French Toast). I serve as a Research Ambassador and International Student Mentor, and I’m a TA for Principles of Human Physiology (BIOL 204). I also love to volunteer with Student National Medical Association, BUILD Nigeria, Boys & Girls Club, and Friends of Strong Memorial Hospital. If you’re curious about pre-med, getting into research, volunteering, international student life, or balancing STEM with the arts, anything at all. I’m always happy to chat!
Liv Ilasz (they/them)
Major: Linguistics and Political Science
Minor: Biology
Class year: 2026
Hey everyone! I am from Jersey City, NJ and am excited for the opportunity to talk to you all about URochester! I am the co-captain for the Club Women’s Rugby team on campus, have spent time on Varsity athletics, as well as researching in the SONIC Brain and Cognitive Science lab on the topic of neurosynchrony! I have worked as a T.A. as well as Workshop Leader and love talking to people and helping them learn. I am also a tour guide and student interviewer for the University. I am passionate about language learning and over the summer I studied abroad at Jaggielon University in Kraków Poland.
Kathryn Lambright (she/her)
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Minor: Environmental Engineering
Class year: 2026
Hello! I’m originally from New Hampshire and outside of my classes I’m a member of the Global Health and Medical Devices Lab, where I work on projects to diagnose breast cancer and liver disease in low resource settings. I also work as a TA for Biomechanics (BME 201), give tours with the Admissions Office, and tutor math for elementary and middle school students. Beyond academics, I serve on the Executive Board for Engineers Without Borders and am an active member in Society of Women Engineers and Out in STEM. I’ve also been able to complete the Grand Challenge Scholars Program and spend a semester studying abroad in Florence, Italy. If you’re curious about engineering, research, education abroad, or anything else about Rochester, feel free to reach out!
Dingxiang Lin (he/him)
Majors: Business: Entrepreneurship and Japanese
Minor: Legal Studies
Class year: 2026
I’m originally from Shanghai, China, and spent three years of my childhood in Toronto, Canada. I love traveling and experiencing different cultures. Around Rochester, I enjoy blowing glass at Corning and snowboarding. At school, I enjoy helping my peers learn and grow. I also make an impact in the local community through an internship with the city of Rochester.
Winfred Lin (he/him)
Majors: Business: Entrepreneurship and Psychology
Class year: 2026
Hello everyone! I’ve been involved on campus in organizations like Student Government, Student Alumni Ambassadors, Mock Trial, UNICEF, and more. I’ve also worked in various capacities at places like the School of Nursing, the School of Medicine & Dentistry, the Career Center, the Language Center, and the Office of University Engagement. Feel free to hit me up!
Sammy Randle (he/him)
Majors: Politics, Philosophy, & Economics and Black Studies
Class year: 2027
Hi! I’m from Tampa, Florida, and I love creating spaces where people can connect, whether that’s through student leadership, campus events, or community projects in Rochester. I’ve helped run cultural celebrations and service initiatives, and I currently serve as Vice President of Student Government and President of the Douglass Leadership House (DLH). I’m always happy to share ways for students to get involved. Outside of school, I enjoy working out and reading comic books. If you’d like to make new connections or explore Rochester, feel free to email me – I’d be happy to connect!
Zoe Stanley (she/her)
Majors: Cell & Developmental Biology and Spanish
Class year: 2027
Outside of classes, I am on the executive board for the UR Running Club, an active member of the Red Cross club, and I do research in the Welte Lab in the Department of Biology. I also work as a tour guide for admissions, and I am a member of the Emergency Department Research Associates Program as well as working with the URochester branch of SIREN, a national emergency medicine research network. In the past, I’ve worked for the chemistry department as a workshop leader and in customer service off campus.
Alex Wilks (he/him)
Majors: Politics, Philosophy, & Economics and Business: Entrepreneurship
Minors: Economics and Digital Media Studies
Class year: 2027
Hi! I’m from Fairfax, Virginia, just a quick ride from Washington, D.C., and I’m proud to be the seventh member of my family to attend the University of Rochester (you could say it runs in the family!). As a Student Admissions Associate, I love connecting with prospective students and sharing my Rochester experience, which includes roles as a Marketing TA, tour guide with the Meridian Society, and Club Operations Coordinator at the Simon Business School. I’ve also served in student government, worked as an EcoRep, and stay active in both Hillel and Chabad. Outside of Rochester, I recently interned in External Affairs at Comcast NBCUniversal and currently work as a Marketing Intern at Fizz Social.
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