We are proud of our outstanding students in the Department of ACE and are fortunate to have a group of students to represent the department and tell our story.
The ACE Ambassador Program is a group of trained students who assist prospective students in their college exploration process. Ambassadors work closely with the Department of ACE Undergraduate Programs Office as well as the College of ACES Office of Academic Programs to enhance the admissions process for prospective and incoming students. Our ambassadors also function as leaders and foster a network of peer support where students and prospective students can voice their questions and get information on many aspects of student life.
Graduation Year: 2027
Hometown: Elmhurst, IL
Concentration: Environmental Economics and Policy
Ambassador Bio: Natalie is a sophomore in ACE with a concentration in Environmental Economics and Policy. Within the ACES college she is a part of the Student Leadership Council, and is also a JBT Scholar. She is involved in her sorority, Phi Sigma Sigma and also works at the ARC as a swim instructor and lifeguard!
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Concentration: Environmental Economics and Policy
Ambassador Bio: Meg is a junior studying Environmental Economics & Policy and minoring in Business. In addition to being an ACE Ambassador, she is involved in Illinois Enactus and the Society of Women in Public Affairs. She is excited to meet and work with new Illinois students!
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Mount Prospect, IL
Concentration: Public Policy and Law
Ambassador Bio: Viktoriya is a sophomore majoring in Public Policy and Law and minoring in Legal Studies. Apart from being an ACE Ambassador, she is also a part of Illinois Student Council, the College of ACES Student Leadership Committee, as well as Pre-Law Honors Society. She is excited to meet and aid new students!
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Dolton, IL
Concentration: Agribusiness Markets & Management
Ambassador Bio: Celestial is a junior majoring in ACE with a concentration in Agribusiness Markets & Management. She is a member of the NACWC (National Association of Colored Women's Clubs), and she mentors for 100 Strong and Trio SSS. She is so excited to meet and interact with the admitted freshmen and transfer students to show them why she loves the College of ACES!
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Carrollton, IL
Concentration: Environmental Economics and Policy
Ambassador Bio: Callie is a junior studying Environmental Economics & Policy with minors in Political Science and Legal Studies. She serves on the risk management team for Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law Fraternity and is director of risk for her sorority, Alpha Gamma Delta. She is also head of professional development for the Society of Women in Public Affairs and a member of Student Alumni Ambassadors. Callie loves Illinois and is excited to share her appreciation for the ACE major!
Graduation Year: 2025
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Concentration: Public Policy and Law
Ambassador Bio: Amy is a senior in ACE with a concentration in Public Policy and Law. In her spare time, Amy enjoys reading, dancing, playing video games, and will never turn down a good karaoke session.
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Concentration: Agribusiness Markets & Management
Ambassador Bio: Julia is a junior majoring in ACE with a concentration in Agribusiness Markets and Management. On campus, she serves as the Leadership Chair for Sigma Alpha Professional Agriculture Sorority, and as the Marketing Coordinator for the National Agri-Marketing Association. She is also a member of the ACES Student Leadership Council. Julia is excited to meet and help new ACE students!
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Jerseyville, IL
Concentration: Agribusiness Markets & Management
Ambassador Bio: Sara is a junior majoring in ACE with a concentration in Agribusiness Markets and Management and minoring in International Development Economics. She is a JBT Scholar, a member of Collegiate Farm Bureau, serves as Vice Chair of Member Involvement for Student Leadership Council, and Standards Board Chair for Sigma Alpha Professional Agriculture Sorority.
Graduation Year: 2025
Hometown: Mount Prospect, IL
Concentration: Financial Planning
Ambassador Bio: Karen is a senior studying Financial Planning in ACE with a minor in Business. On campus, she is a member of the Illini Wildlife and Conservation Club as well as MANNRS. She transferred to Illinois her junior year and is excited to assist prospective students and especially transfer students!
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Pittsfield, IL
Concentration: Finance in Agribusiness
Ambassador Bio: Nate is currently a junior at the University of Illinois majoring in ACE with a concentration in Finance in Agri-Business, while also pursing a minor in Business. On campus he is involved in the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity, currently serving as the Treasurer. He is also a JBT Scholar as well as a member of the Student Advancement Committee for the College of ACES. He works part time at the ACES Funk Library as an intern.
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Tolono, IL
Concentration: Agricultural Accounting
Ambassador Bio: Erika is a junior studying Agricultural Accounting. She is a member of Rho Epsilon Student Real Estate Association and works for the ACE business office. She loves meeting people and can't wait to welcome new ACE students!
Graduation Year: 2027
Hometown: Bolingbrook, IL
Concentration: Financial Planning
Ambassador Bio: Avery is a sophomore studying Financial Planning on the CFP track. On campus, she is involved in Financial Planning Club and Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity. She also works as a FYCARE Facilitator and an office assistant. Avery looks forward to welcoming and assisting new ACE students!
Graduation Year: 2026
Hometown: Palatine, IL
Concentration: Consumer Economics and Finance
Ambassador Bio: Richard is currently a junior majoring in Consumer Economics and Finance with a minor in Business. He loves hiking, hanging out with friends, and discussing the political and economic state of the world.