Through the College Luminaries Program, our student ambassadors actively shape their future and learn about leadership, networking, and their own aspirations for a successful, meaningful career. They work and meet with the visiting Luminaries, fostering valuable connections and promoting the program's mission.
Read more about this year's student ambassadors below. Join us in celebrating the bright minds that are leading the way!
Josie is a senior majoring in psychology. She's a Bloomington local who attends IU as an inspired woman in a family of female IU alumni. Her home away from home is the local ice rink, as she grew up competitively figure skating and later joined the women’s hockey team at IU.
Zoe is a junior majoring in human biology (human health and disease). She's from Fishers, Ind., and is interested in health and pursuing a future in functional medicine.
Bella Buehler is a junior majoring in neuroscience. She was born and raised in Bloomington, and when she's not studying or hanging out with friends, she loves trying new foods around town, crocheting, or watching her latest TV show obsession.
Nandha is a junior majoring in computer science, mathematics, and statistics. He's from Dallas and enjoys trying new foods and desserts, basketball, Formula 1, traveling, and listening to music.
Treesa Rose Madathikunnel Paulose is a freshman majoring in neuroscience. Originally from India, she's now embracing life as an international student. Beyond academics, she channels her passion for the brain as a research assistant at the Gill Institute for Neuroscience, diving into the wonders of discovery and innovation.
Addison Markward is a junior majoring in neuroscience. She's from Boca Raton, Fla., and in her free time, enjoys working out, playing cards, and spending time with her friends. She is a big foodie, so she loves going to different restaurants with her family.
Kate Miller is a sophomore majoring in neuroscience. She loves spending time in a research lab studying circadian rhythms in fruit flies. Though she is very dedicated to her academics, outside of school she loves to spend time with her friends/family, go on hikes, play guitar, and teach yoga.
AnhThu Pham is a senior majoring in clinical psychology, with a certificate in neuroscience. She's passionate about promoting mental health awareness, engaging in community outreach, fostering cultural competency, and advocating for equity.
Lauren Radel is a junior majoring in psychology. She's from Aurora, Ohio, and her interests include spending time outside, learning more about mental wellness, and watching Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever.
Eric Reazor is a junior majoring in mathematics and economics. He's originally from Corning, N.Y., but is currently living in Olive Branch, Miss. Many of his interests revolve around physical activity, such as cycling and hiking.
Oliver Trueblood is a freshman majoring in neuroscience. He's from New Albany, Ind., and enjoys playing guitar, learning, reading, and exercising.
Are you an IU College of Arts and Sciences student who's interested in becoming a student ambassador in the Luminaries Program? Click here to learn more.
If you have any questions about the Luminaries Program, either as an interested student or alum, please e-mail Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement Haley Russ.
