Intercultural Ambassadors

Intercultural Ambassadors are committed to creating an inclusive environment and community essential for all students' cultural development and academic success at Washington College.

The Ambassadors serve as liaisons to the office by providing programming and outreach opportunities that create a better understanding of different cultural experiences. They also staff the front desk, represent the office at campus events, and manage social media accounts.

Meet the Intercultural Ambassadors

 

portrait of Nikelsy Arena

Nikelsy Urena '26

  • Pronouns: She/her
  • Hometown: Queens, New York
  • Major: Environmental Studies
  • Minor: Museum, Field, and Community Education

Nikelsy has loved being part of the Intercultural Center team because everyone shares the goal of creating an inclusive and safe space for all students on campus.

portrait of Renata Williams

Renata Williams '27

  • Pronouns: She/her
  • Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland
  • Major: Psychology
  • Concentration: Clinical/Counseling

Renata decided to work for the Intercultural Center because the space is a comfort zone for her. She aims to continue to make the environment at the ICC as warm and welcoming as possible!

portrait of Tayla Boyd

Tayla Boyd '27

  • Pronouns: She/her
  • Hometown: Washington, DC
  • Major: English
  • Minors: Asian Studies and Business Management

Once Tayla met the other Intercultural Ambassadors, she felt a sense of community. Working for the Intercultural Center has become her space at Washington College.

portrait of Terrance Vincent

Terrance Vincent '27

  • Pronouns: He/him
  • Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Major: Neuroscience
  • Minor: Public Health

Terrance is invested in exploring different perspectives and backgrounds. He believes exploration can expand everyone's knowledge, appreciation for, and comfort around people of all backgrounds.

portrait of Zee Howard

Zee Howard '27

  • Pronouns: She/her
  • Hometown: Millington, Maryland

Zee felt that working at the ICC was the right fit because Culture is a big part of her life. Zee describes herself as open-minded, and she loves to share and experience other cultures.

portrait of Alexa Martinis

Alexa Martinis '28

  • Pronouns: She/her
  • Hometown: Clementon, New Jersey
  • Majors: Environmental Science and Anthropology
  • Minor: Chesapeake Regional Studies

Alexa decided to work at the Intercultural Center to contribute to creating a safe space for students, become more involved, and assist students in finding resources.

portrait of Lily Murillo

Lily Murillo '28

  • Pronouns: She/her
  • Hometown: Solomons, Maryland
  • Major: English
  • Minors: Secondary Education Studies and Coaching

Lily always spends time at the Intercultural Center and thought it would be a cool place to work because she's an active member of an affinity group on campus.