College of Honors and Excellence Ambassadors
Mackenzie Bergeron
From: Ponchatoula, LA
Major: Criminal Justice
Bio: Upon graduation, I aspire to attend law school with hopes of becoming a prosecuting attorney. Outside of being a CHE Ambassador, I am part of the Honors Program, Red Cross Club, Office of Admissions Ambassadors, and Phi Mu.
Kamryn “Dakota” Blakes
From: Detroit, MI
Major: Art with New Media + Animation concentration
Bio: Hi! I’m Dakota, and I love all forms of artistic media, but I appreciate digital media the most, as I wish to work in the field one day.
Lorelei Brewer
From: Belle Chasse, LA
Major: Early Childhood Education/Psychology
Bio: In addition to being an Ambassador, I serve as the Vice President of the Honors Student Association! In my spare time, I love to read, dance, and build Lego.
Alexis Cavalier
From: Livingston, LA
Major: Biological Sciences
Bio: I’m happy to say that this will be my third year as an Ambassador for the College of Honors and Excellence! I also currently serve as a senator for the College of Science and Technology in the Student Government Association (SGA) and am a member of the Alpha Sigma Tau sorority.
Abigail Cloud
From: Covington, LA
Major: History
Bio: I was initially a theatre major before I did my first research project in history and absolutely fell in love with the discipline. My favorite things include Victorian fashion, talking about Tudor England, my cat, Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, and helping others with their own research projects!
Aimee Dauenhauer
From: LaPlace, LA
Major: Nursing
Bio: I love reading, writing, cats, the color orange, and spending way too much Cub Cash at Starbucks. I’ve been involved with the Honors Program since my first semester, and I’m so excited to now be an Ambassador!
Samuel Dedon
From: Walker, LA
Major: Computer Science
Bio: I am autistic and love all things technology, math, and America. I also love helping people! If you need me, I’ll probably have my head in a computer, Nintendo game, or history book.
Brooke Dupuy
From: Livingston, LA
Major: Integrative Biology
Bio: I am a junior who plans to attend medical school following graduation. On campus you may see me as a tutor, CHE Ambassador, or AOII, but at the end of the day I am a student working toward a professional goal.
Aaliyah Frazier
From: Amite, LA
Major: Political Science
Bio: I am very passionate about the legal field, which is why I plan to further my education by entering the fall 2025 law cycle. I currently serve as a Senator at-large for the Student Government Association.
Miguel Herrera
From: Tickfaw, LA
Major: Political Science
Bio: I am on the E-Board of the organization ALAS. I love hanging out with my girlfriend and friends. I’m always open for a chat, and I can’t wait to meet many new friends on campus.
Ragan Hoover
From: Loranger, LA
Major: Strategic Communications
Bio: I’m planning to become a marketing manager after college. On campus, I stay actively involved through several organizations. I’m a member of Alpha Sigma Tau sorority, serve as Vice President of Alpha Psi Omega, act as the Director of Marketing for SGA, and lead in Greek InterVarsity. I’m passionate about building community and using creativity to make an impact both on and off campus, and I’m so excited for this year as a CHE Ambassador.
Seth Lawrence
From: Covington, LA
Major: Integrative Biology
Bio: I’m in my sophomore year of college and will become a junior a semester early! I also work as an EMT for Acadian and have been certified since May 2024. My dream is to become an Emergency Medical Doctor, and that’s exactly what I’m working toward. Other things I’m involved in on campus are Orientation Leader and Honors Mentorship!
Maya Monzon
From: Marrero, LA
Major: Psychology
Bio: I am a third-year psychology student at Southeastern. Around campus, I am an alternate officer of Psi Chi and a barista at the campus Starbucks. This is my first year as a CHE Ambassador, and I’m excited to be a part of the program!
Oreoluwa Tejiri (T.J.) Onafowokan
From: Lagos, Nigeria
Major: Political Science
Bio: I’m a senior majoring in Political Science with a minor in History, originally from Lagos, Nigeria. I plan on going to law school. I was a past Orientation Leader (2023). I’m the president of the International Students Union, and I founded the Nigerian Student Union.
Caden Rios
From: Walker, LA
Major: Industrial Technology
Bio: I am originally from Houston, TX, but attended middle school and high school at Walker High. Some of my hobbies include running, swimming, and gardening. I recently started doing aquascapes to take planting even further. You’ll most likely find me running around campus in my free time or hanging out in the union with friends.
Opeyemi Sajo
From: Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria
Major: Nursing
Bio: I am a first-semester sophomore and an international student. I am also a member of the Honors Student Association, where I currently serve as the Academic Committee Head. Beyond CHE, I am a Centennial Orientation Leader, an ExCEL Scholar, and a member of the Southeastern Gospel Choir. My career goal is to become a Psychiatric Nurse and ultimately a Psychiatrist.
Mickelle “Mickey” Shaw
From: Fluker, LA
Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders
Bio: I am a junior majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders. One day, I hope to own a pediatric speech therapy clinic. This is my second year being a CHE Ambassador, and I have loved every minute of it so far. I cannot wait to meet new people and see what exciting things we have planned.
Emily Swain
From: Maurepas, LA
Major: Health Science
Bio: I graduated from Ponchatoula High in 2023. I love to read and do crafts in my free time. I decided to become a CHE Ambassador to help improve my connections and involvement in the university. I hope to be a part of something bigger than myself.
Blair White
From: Mandeville, LA
Major: Nursing
Bio: I am a pre-med nursing major working on minors in biology, psychology, and chemistry. I have worked on campus at the Tinsley Learning Center for a few semesters now. Additionally, I am an active member of the Knitty Gritty Club on campus.
Carrington Wynn
From: Baton Rouge, LA
Major: Computer Science
Bio: I am a senior computer science major with a concentration in Pre-MBA (Master of Business Administration). In addition to serving as a CHE Ambassador, I am also a College of Science and Technology Ambassador and the President of the Nu Delta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Lucky Ameh
Adedayo Boluwatife
Noelle Chutz
Aiden Hidalgo
Kyle Hidalgo
Tanner Salsman
Kiley Posey
Rosemary Matthews