They are not always as visible as other student leaders, however, the Student Ambassadors are in many ways the “face of Concordia” for visiting students and their families.
Student Ambassadors have the important job of showcasing CUW to nearly 5,000 guests each year. During tours, they share their unique experiences and highlight what makes CUW the perfect home.
“We simply couldn’t do what we do without them,” says Cassandra Chmielewski, assistant director of Admissions for Guest Experience. “Their ability to show the real student experience helps future students picture themselves here.”
As a prospective student, it’s vital to get a true sense of the atmosphere prior to starting classes. Touring the campus, asking questions, and actively aligning with God’s purpose for your life, make these CUW students instrumental in helping you transition to college.
“If you come for a tour, our Admissions Counselors will tell you that our Student Ambassadors are the best in the business, and it’s true. They bring incredible energy and a genuine passion to every visit, and we are so grateful for them.”
So let’s meet the team now!
Emma Kaiser | Shawano, WI | Lead Student Ambassador
Major: Business Communication (Psychology minor)
Favorite Campus Activity: “Hammocking in the Chapel Courtyard!”
Fun Fact: “I started this admissions job the fall semester of my freshman year and have been here all four years!”
Abbie Barnhardt | South Beloit, IL | Events & Visits Intern
Major: Computer Science: A.I. & Robotics
Favorite Campus Activity: “Squishmallow Bingo”
Fun Fact: “I’ve been using the skills I’ve learned in CUW’s computer science program to make a difference in my community as a data analytics intern for the Community Mental Health Board for the past three years!”
Gilly Adams | Milwaukee, WI
Major: Psychology and Music
Favorite Campus Activity: “Attending Haven & theater productions”
Fun Fact: “I play four instruments!”
Nadia Bero | Burlington, WI
Major: Business Management
Favorite Campus Activity: “Attending sports events”
Fun Fact: “I have been to over 40 concerts in the last five years.”
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Bernie Van Den Heuvel | Valders, WI
Major: Doctor of Physical Therapy
Favorite Campus Activity: “Attending sports events!”
Fun Fact: “I’m top ten in school history for the indoor and outdoor hurdles.”
Nicholas Chiappetta | Lenexa, KA
Major: Business Management
Favorite Campus Activity: “Christmas at Concordia”
Fun Fact: “I can say the alphabet backwards.”
Abigail Kies | Alexandria, MN
Major: Nursing
Favorite Campus Activity: “Bingo!”
Fun Fact: “My dad and I shared the same CUW professor!”
Josy Gallardo | Elgin, IL
Major: Athletic Training
Favorite Campus Activity: “Regents rodeo”
Fun Fact: “I have danced Ballet Folklórico for about 12 years.”
Berly Lundgren | Auburndale, WI
Major: Music Therapy
Favorite Campus Activity: “CAB events like Bingo and the petting zoo are some of my favorites”
Fun Fact: “I got to travel to Spain for our international band tour freshman year!”
Olivia Race | Neenah, WI
Major: Psychology and Social Work
Favorite Campus Activity: “Fall Ball or Haven!”
Fun Fact: “I entered CUW with 35 college credits due to taking dual-credit classes in high school!”
Claire Schmidt | Menasha, WI
Major: Interior Architecture and Design
Favorite Campus Activity: “CAB Bingo night”
Fun Fact: “I crochet and am part of the Falcon Fiber Friends club on campus.”
Alyssa Gaeth | Jackson, WI
Major: Graphic Design
Favorite Campus Activity: “Squishmallow Bingo!”
Fun Fact: “I went to the landing everyday during freshman year and within two weeks they learned my order.”
Abby Moeller | Germantown, WI
Major: K-12 Music Education
Favorite Campus Activity: “Bingo or Dancing Through the Decades”
Fun Fact: “I went to Germany and Austria with Kammerchor this past spring.”
Nina Seeger | Edgerton, WI
Major: Social Work (Director of Christian Ministries minor)
Favorite Campus Activity: “STOMP the Courtyard!”
Fun Fact: “I currently have two offsite internships!”
Ellie Lankey | Sauk City, WI
Major: Secondary Education, English
Favorite Campus Activity: “Bingo”
Fun Fact: “My favorite color changes daily.”
Nikolas Mueller | New Berlin, WI
Major: Director of Christian Ministries
Favorite Campus Activity: “Attending Haven!”
Fun Fact: “I paint and draw in my free time.”
Rachel Simonson | Jefferson, WI
Major: Physical Therapy
Favorite Campus Activity: “Bingo night”
Fun Fact: “I’m a comfort dog handler.”
Donovan Hang | Milwaukee, WI
Major: Biomedical Science
Favorite Campus Activity: “Going to see the CAB events”
Fun Fact: “I like exploring and finding quiet places to relax in.”
Savannah Horton | Crystal Lake, IL
Major: Public Health
Favorite Campus Activity: “Squishmallow Bingo”
Fun Fact: “I traveled to Germany and Austria with CUW Kammerchor last spring!”
Adriana Skelding | New Berlin, WI
Major: Social Work (Psychology minor)
Favorite Campus Activity: “Going to the petting zoo before finals week.”
Fun Fact: “My go-to TV show is ‘Friends'”
Hava Zodrow | Neenah, WI
Major: Accounting, Business Scholars Program
Favorite Campus Activity: “STOMP the Courtyard!”
Fun Fact: “I walk at least one loop around campus everyday.”
Peyton Arendt | Waukesha, WI
Major: Business Communication
Favorite Campus Activity: “Bingo”
Fun Fact: “I can make a perfect fried egg every time!”
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