Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassadors help with Admissions-related events such as New Student Orientation, campus tours, Open Houses, and more. They are well versed on campus resources and share their own personal experiences about the wonderful qualities that Carroll has to offer.

The student ambassador program at Carroll is a selective scholarship program and is open to all current students who have graduated high school. If you are interested in becoming a student ambassador, please contact Lara Truitt at ltruitt@carrollcc.edu or 410-386-8409.

Meet The Student Ambassadors

Alona

Program of study: Theatre
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Second
Languages: Ukrainian & English, some French
Fun fact about yourself: This fall, I am involved in the production of the play The Mousetrap at the Carroll CC.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: I know that if I need help, the staff and faculty of the college will always be happy to help me with any questions.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Don’t hesitate and take advantage of all the opportunities that are offered to you in college! Especially the tutoring and various educational workshops! They are incredibly amazing and helpful!

Andrea

Program of study: Nursing Program
Preferred pronouns: Use my name as my pronoun
Year: Second
Languages: English
Fun fact about yourself: I love to travel, create a positive a environment, and help my fellow classmates with any information that can help them be successful.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: My favorite thing about CCC is it invest in the students mental health by providing various stations around campus for students to relax or take part in activities to help refresh their minds.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: My advice would be knowing what I know today, I would tell the student to continue their education because there is a big salary difference in having a job versus a career.

Brooke

Program of study: Business Management
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Second
Languages: English
Fun fact about yourself: I love to travel.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: I love the togetherness that Carroll brings to its students and community.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Get involved and do not suffer in silence. Carroll Community provides all the tools you need to be successful you just have to use them.

Dryden

Program of study: General Studies
Preferred pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Second
Languages: English
Fun fact about yourself: I love to crochet!
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: The familial aspect. Everyone is so friendly and supportive.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Don’t just take classes! Go to events, participate in clubs, enjoy your time here!

Ethan

Program of study: Cybersecurity
Preferred pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Second
Languages: Some German and English
Fun fact about yourself: At one time I had almost 20 cats.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: The college is constantly hosting an event of some sort.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: You don’t have to have everything figured out as soon as you leave high school. We’re all making it up as we go along.

Evelyn

Program of study: Engineering (Civil engineering)
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Second
Languages: Spanish & English
Fun fact about yourself: I have an identical twin!
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: The amount of care and support that I’ve received from staff.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Looking back at my time at Carroll, I’ve learned that taking initiative and advocating for myself is an important skill to learn and master.

Kayla

Program of study: Business Management
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year:
Languages: English
Fun fact about yourself: A fun fact about me is that I am a first-generation college student.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: My favorite thing about Carroll Community College is the flexibility of the classes.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: It’s ok to not know. I am one that took a change in majors three times until I found one and stuck with it. I am also going to be coming back to Carroll and completing a second major as well in cyber security/forensics. So it’s ok to not know, or to have it all figured out all at once.

Leah

Program of study: Biology
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: First
Languages: English and intermediate French
Fun fact about yourself:I won the STEM Fair award for the northwest region of Maryland in 2016 when I was in the 4th grade!
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: I love how everyone is willing to help you on your journey and is nothing but supportive every step of the way. The atmosphere is always positive and uplifting, which makes me excited to further my education.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Take advantage of the field trips, college events, and clubs at Carroll. Not only will this help you to find your passions, but also encourage you to make the best of every day.

Lohi

Program of study: Business Administration
Preferred pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Second
Languages: Tamil, some French and Sanskrit, and English
Fun fact about yourself: I am a twin.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: Free food.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: One step at a time, you have people that get paid to help you.

Maddie

Program of study: Business
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: First
Languages: English
Fun fact about yourself: I am reactive to a lot of foods, so I learned how to cook and bake for myself young. My favorite dish so far is crème brûlée.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: I’m most grateful for the the flexibility Carroll offers me. Due to my chronic illnesses, I’ve had to take a slightly non-traditional route with my education. The ability to customize my experience, both in and out of class, has been a game-changer.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: It’s okay to not know exactly what you want to do for the rest of your life. Use the resources around you to explore different occupations. Eventually, you’ll piece together what most speaks to you.

Marely

Program of study: Arts & Sciences, Customized Degree
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Second
Languages: Spanish and English, some ASL
Fun fact about yourself: I love doing escape rooms (though am not very good).
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: School-Sponsored Trips
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Take the time to complete any scholarship applications you can, it is so worth it.

Michael

Program of study: Electrical Engineering
Preferred pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Second
Languages: English
Fun fact about yourself: I have prosthetic legs.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: The library. It’s the quietest place to relax or do homework.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Always pay attention to the class agenda of the day. It is better to be prepared than to be surprised.

Michael

Program of study: Secondary Education
Preferred pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Second
Languages: English
Fun fact about yourself: I love basketball.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: The people.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Don’t be afraid to ask questions.

Rodrigo

Program of study: Biology
Preferred pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: First
Languages: Spanish & English
Fun fact about yourself: I really enjoy gardening during the summer, and I have literally a “jungle”. I also enjoy running and spending time with my family.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: I enjoy that all the professors are very supporting, and that all you need to be successful in school is found within Carroll Community College.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: Enjoy every second here at Carroll because it is a school full of opportunities.

Shanecia

Program of study: Biology
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Second
Languages: Jamaican Patois, English, and some Spanish
Fun fact about yourself: I can solve the rubik’s cube in under 2 minutes, and I make the tastiest desserts. My specialty is chocolate chip cookies.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: Definitely the academic center and the amazing people here.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: It’s ok if you don’t have it all figured out as yet. Trust me, this is the right place to be. There are many great people and resources that can help guide you to where you need to be. The academic center is your best friend when it comes to classes, and the bulletin board tells you everything happening on campus. I’m always on the lookout for free ice-cream, networking events, and potential trips to places like New York.

Vy

Program of study: Biology
Preferred pronouns: Use my name as my pronoun
Year: Second
Languages: Vietnamese & English
Fun fact about yourself: I have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, but I started again with biology. I can raise one eyebrow.
Favorite thing about Carroll Community College?: I enjoy interacting with the friendly and helpful people at Carroll Community College. I always feel welcome in the library, academic center, etc., where the school provides valuable academic assistance. The college has many interesting events, such as making your own notes in the library, club fairs, and math fests.
What advice would you give a prospective student?: I understand that making decisions can be difficult, but it’s important to be prepared for any potential outcomes. You have the option to choose a different major here at Carroll. Whatever you decide, make sure to excel in the subject you choose. Every class will provide valuable knowledge, so don’t just think, “I would rather choose this than that.”