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Undergraduate Admissions

Admissions Outreach Fellows

Meet Our Outreach Fellows

The Admissions Outreach Fellows are a team of undergraduate students who work for the UMass Amherst Undergraduate Admissions Office and assist the team with the goal to increase the number of underrepresented students on our campus and support them while they are here.

The Outreach Fellows serve as mentors for prospective students applying to college, and newly admitted students deciding on a college home. They ensure that historically underrepresented students are on track for academic and social success. Outreach Fellows are essential in achieving our goal to make UMass Amherst a more diverse and inclusive campus, where students from all walks of life can feel like they belong.

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Adeyinka

Hi everyone! My name is Adeyinka, and I’m a sophomore Commonwealth Honors student majoring in public health on the pre-dental track. I’m Haitian-Nigerian American and from Peabody, Massachusetts. I currently serve as a Resident Assistant, an Admissions Outreach Fellow, and an SPHHS Student Ambassador. Previously, I was involved in the Career Launch program, Dining Ambassadors, the Community Programming Board, FLEXperience Program Ambassadors, and was a Course Registration Assistant. Outside of work and academics, I love baking, graphic design, and photography. As an Admissions Outreach Fellow, I’m excited to create a warm and inclusive environment for everyone! I want students to be able to find their community and make UMass feel like home!

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Camilla

Hi everyone, my name is Camilla Herrera (she/her), and I’m a political science and legal studies major in the class of 2027 here at UMass! When I first visited campus for Destination Days as a high school student, I was feeling a bit overwhelmed, but the welcoming activities planned by the outreach team instantly made me feel right at home. They ended up being a huge reason why I chose UMass in the first place. Navigating a big university can sometimes feel daunting, and as a proud Latina, I know firsthand how deeply important it is to find spaces that bring you a genuine sense of peace and comfort. That feeling of safety and belonging is something I hold very close to my heart. It is the very reason I joined this team, and making sure other students experience that same warmth is my absolute favorite part of the job. No matter where you're coming from, what your story is, or what doubts you might have, I'm here to walk alongside you and make sure you feel that exact same comfort from the moment you step onto our campus.

Ewuramma

Ewuramma

Hi, everyone! My name is Ewuramma, and I’m an international student from Ghana. I am a junior pre-veterinary science major. Outside of class, I am a member of the UMass pre-vet and animal science club, UMass Intervarsity, and the Alpha Phi Omega co-ed service fraternity. Aside from being an Outreach Fellow, I am also a Peer Tutor and an office assistant in the Learning Resource Center. In my free time, I really enjoy reading, watching movies, and volunteering at various service events. I became an Admissions Outreach Fellow because I am passionate about making UMass Amherst a more diverse and inclusive campus, which can feel like home to people from all walks of life.

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Ivy

Hi! I'm Ivy, and I am currently a senior majoring in psychology with a minor in sociology. I'm Asian American, born in New York and raised in Gardner, Massachusetts. I'm also a first-generation college student and a transfer student, which has shaped a lot of my experience in higher education. In high school, I co-founded a chapter of No Place for Hate, which gave me the chance to bring students together and have conversations about inclusion and acceptance. That experience really shaped how I think about community and making people feel like they belong. At UMass Amherst, I am currently a research assistant in both the Somneuro Lab and the Reimagining Justice Lab. I am also a teaching assistant for three classes this semester: Introduction to Psychology, Social Psychology, and Writing in Psychological and Brain Sciences. I love my role as an Admissions Outreach Fellow because I get to connect with prospective students, share my experiences, and help students feel welcomed and excited about the possibility of attending UMass.

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Jungyoon

Hi everyone! I'm Jungyoon, and I am a junior Honors food science major on the pre-medicine track. I am also from Lexington, Massachusetts, which is about 30 minutes from Boston! At UMass Amherst, I am currently involved with the Korean Students Association as the Fundraising Coordinator, and I am also conducting research on obesity in a food science lab. Outside of campus, I am a hospice volunteer at the Hospice of the Fisher Home in North Amherst, as well as a Nurse Assistant at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston! As a freshman, adjusting to a new campus felt overwhelming and scary at first. However, I loved that there were so many resources and organizations for me to explore my own passions, and soon enough, I realized I had found my own community here. I hope that my role as an Admissions Outreach Fellow can help prospective students do the same!

Kauan

Kauan

Hello, my name is Kauan, and I use he/him pronouns. I was born in Charleston, South Carolina, but I have lived just outside of Worcester, Massachusetts, all my life. I’m a sophomore majoring in public health sciences at UMass Amherst interested in pursuing the pre-PA route, with a particular interest in dermatology. This is my first semester as an Admissions Outreach Fellow, and I am excited to learn more and help others. I’m passionate about healthcare, science, and finding ways to support and connect with my community. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with friends, traveling to see my family in Brasil, taking care of my skin, and creating content on social media. I also enjoy getting involved on campus and exploring opportunities that allow me to gain experience in healthcare and research. My experiences in school, work, and my community have taught me the importance of perseverance, connection, and helping others, and I hope to carry those values with me throughout my education and future career.

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Keosha

Hi! My name is Keosha. I'm a sophomore and I'm majoring in sociology. I'm from Boston, Massachusetts. As a first-generation college student, I remember the feeling all too well, and being an Outreach Fellow allows me to be able to get involved on campus more while welcoming prospective and incoming students to feel welcomed, supported, and confident that they can find their place at UMass. I'm excited to share my experience and help students see that there is a community for them here. Outside of being an Outreach Fellow, I've recently joined the Soca Dance team, and on my off time I'm usually listening to music or hanging out with friends. 

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Kerri

Hello! My name is Kerrington, but you can call me Kerri. I am currently a junior majoring in architecture with minors in business and sustainable community development. Outside of my academics, I work as a Media and Outreach Specialist at Center for Education, Policy, and Advocacy and serve as the Vice President of Public Relations for Students for Sustainable Fashion & Art (SSFA). I also serve on the public relations team at SoulTV and work as a Peer Mentor in the residence hall. I am excited to be an Admissions Outreach Fellow, and I look forward to meeting students and sharing my perspectives.

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Luna

Hello, my name is Luna and I’m a junior psychology major and sociology minor. I grew up in a place about 40 minutes outside of Philly called Norristown. I'm a big advocate for community organizing and community building here at UMass. Some of my hobbies include going to the gym and playing video games! I love talking about my experience at UMass and what has and has not worked for me during my years here, and I’m excited to give my perspective to anyone who wants to listen.

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Onyeka

Hi, my name is Onyeka, and I am a senior biomedical engineering major at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I serve as the Social Media Chair for the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), where I promote student engagement and opportunities for Black students in STEM. I am also in my second year as an Outreach Fellow, where I connect with prospective students and help create welcoming and inclusive spaces. I am passionate about creating an inclusive environment where students feel comfortable learning and expanding their ambitions. 

UMass Amherst Admissions Diversity Fellow

Sujin

Hi everyone! My name is Sujin, and I’m a senior Commonwealth Honors student majoring in psychology on the pre-health track. I’m Korean-American and from Lexington, Massachusetts. I am currently a co-lab coordinator for the Self-Regulation, Emotions, and Early Development Lab at UMass, and I’m also involved with the Korean Students Association. In addition, I work at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston as a Mental Health Specialist in the Acute Psychiatry Emergency Department. Throughout my time at UMass, I’ve been actively involved on campus, including serving as president of the Korean Students Association, being a Resident Assistant for first-year students, and working as a Teaching Assistant for multiple semesters. I’ve also been a volunteer notetaker for Disability Services and participated in several intramural sports, such as volleyball and soccer. I love my role as an Admissions Diversity Fellow, where I work with the UMass Admissions team to help organize events, participate in student panels, and contribute to fostering a more inclusive and diverse campus at UMass!

Tern

Tern

Hi everyone! My name is Tern and I’m a junior from Malden, Massachusetts. I am a legal studies and political science double major with a minor in environmental science. Alongside being an Admissions Outreach Fellow, I’m a UMass admissions tour guide, a founding member of Kappa Alpha Pi, the pre-law co-ed fraternity on campus, secretary for the Political Science Undergraduate Board, and a writer for the Undergraduate Law Review. I’m also involved in several other campus organizations and love finding new ways to get involved at UMass. As you can probably tell, I love being part of the UMass community, and that’s a huge part of why I love being an Admissions Outreach Fellow! I’m passionate about helping students from all different backgrounds see themselves at UMass and feel like they belong here. I love sharing my own experience, answering questions, and helping students and families see UMass as more than just a college they attend, but as a community they can truly call home!

UMass Amherst Admissions Diversity Fellow

Victoria

Hi everyone! My name is Victoria, but most people call me Tori. I am from Topsfield, Massachusetts, which is a small town on the North Shore. I am a senior accounting major at the Isenberg School of Management here at UMass Amherst. I am enrolled in university’s 4+1 master's of science in accounting program for the summer of 2025 to earn 150 credits to take the Certified Public Accountant exam. This past summer, I was an intern at RSM, an accounting firm, as an Audit Intern in Boston. I will be working for RSM as an Audit Associate starting winter 2026. Aside from academics, I am an Admissions Diversity Fellow as well as an office assistant at the Manning College of Computer Science building. During my free time I enjoy trying out the different cafes and restaurants throughout Amherst and spending time with my friends and family.  

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Virmarie

Hello, my name is Virmarie Feliz Peralta. I am a junior Honors student at UMass Amherst double majoring in legal studies and psychology on a pre-law track. I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic before moving to Boston at the age of 7, where I currently live. On campus, I serve as an Outreach Fellow, Co-Vice President of the National Black Law Student Association UMass chapter, Social Media Manager for UMass Pre-Law Club, Event Coordinator on the Executive Board of Contagio Latino (a Latinx student organization), and dancer on El Remedio Partnered Team, the Latin dance team affiliated with Contagio Latino. Beyond academics and extracurriculars, I enjoy playing the Sims, working out, going to concerts, collecting fragrances, and trying new foods. I became an Outreach Fellow because I know how important it is to see yourself represented when entering a new community. My goal is to ensure that every new student, especially those from diverse backgrounds, feels welcomed and supported as they find their place here at UMass.