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2025 Student Ambassadors

> Axel Bermudez > Shruti Patel > Justin Uralil > Noor Ismail > Catherine Clark > David Oughterson > Jasmin Gill
  • Axel Bermudez
    4/2/25
    “My advice for future UB students is to embrace every opportunity that comes their way, whether it's academic, extracurricular or personal growth. College is a time for exploration and learning, so don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Remember, it's okay to make mistakes along the way; they're valuable learning experiences that contribute to your growth and development.”
    —Axel Bermudez, 2025 UB Student Ambassador
  • Shruti Patel
    4/2/25
    “Join many clubs. There are many different clubs at UB. I made many friends through a variety of clubs, and it took away a lot of stress from studying.”
    —Shruti Patel, 2025 UB Student Ambassador
  • Justin Uralil
    4/2/25
    "A piece of advice I have for future UB students is to get outside their comfort zone and explore. UB offers a plethora of opportunities to learn about different careers and cultures, which gives students the ability to further learn about things that could help them in the future."
    —Justin Uralil, 2025 UB Student Ambassador
  • Noor Ismail
    4/18/25
    “My advice for future UB students is to be willing to step out of your comfort zone and explore various clubs and opportunities. It's a great way to make friends and really figure out if you are doing what truly interests you!”
    —Noor Ismail, 2025 UB Student Ambassador
  • Catherine Clark
    4/2/25
    “Whether you attend clubs and events, do research, or get involved elsewhere, it's important to have something to look forward to outside of academics!”
    —Catherine Clark, 2025 UB Student Ambassador
  • David Oughterson
    4/8/25
    “My advice for future students would be to ensure they utilize the available resources on campus, such as tutoring, writing assistance, career design services, campus librarians and attending professors' office hours.”
    —David Oughterson, 2025 UB Student Ambassador
  • Jasmin Gill
    4/8/25
    Congratulations to Jasmin Gill on being named 2025 Outstanding Senior. All are invited to attend the CAS awards ceremony and reception, from 3–5 p.m., May 5: RSVP to attend.

    "Having been able to TA for several classes in the Biological Sciences department, I have been able to fully appreciate how dedicated our professors are to student success, and how we are very much a learning community made of esteemed experts and students!”
      —Jasmin Gill, 2025 Outstanding Senior, and Student Ambassador

  • Justin Uralil, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Uralil.

    Justin Uralil

    "A piece of advice I have for future UB students is to get outside their comfort zone and explore. UB offers a plethora of opportunities to learn about different careers and cultures, which gives students the ability to further learn about things that could help them in the future."
    —Justin Uralil, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Major: Biological Sciences
    Minor: Management
    Campus/Community Involvement: Buffalo Bhangra, Indian Student Association treasurer, Pre-Dental Association, Honors College
    Fun Fact: I played the cello for 10 years!.

  • David Oughterson, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Oughterson.

    David Oughterson

    “My advice for future students would be to ensure they utilize the available resources on campus, such as tutoring, writing assistance, career design services, campus librarians and attending professors' office hours.”
    —David Oughterson, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Major: Biological Sciences
    Awards: BIO Abate Research Fellow, 2024; Department of Biological Sciences "The Bull" Award, 2024
    Campus/Community Involvement: Biology Journal Club, Undergraduate Biology Association, Habitat for Humanity volunteer
    Fun Fact: I enjoy hiking and camping.

  • Axel Bermudez, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Bermundez.

    Axel Bermudez

    “My advice for future UB students is to embrace every opportunity that comes their way, whether it's academic, extracurricular or personal growth. College is a time for exploration and learning, so don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Remember, it's okay to make mistakes along the way; they're valuable learning experiences that contribute to your growth and development.”
    —Axel Bermudez, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Major: Biological Sciences
    Minor: Nutrition
    Award: Department of Biological Sciences "Best Undergraduate Researcher Award", Fall 2024
    Campus/Community Involvement: Campus Living Resident Advisor, Gunawardena Lab Research Assistant, CSTEP Program, Academic Success Centers Event Planning Student Assistant
    Fun Fact: I practiced Tae Kwon Do for nine years.

  • Shruti Patel, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    PATEL.

    Shruti Patel

    “Join many clubs. There are many different clubs at UB. I made many friends through a variety of clubs, and it took away a lot of stress from studying.”
    —Shruti Patel, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Major: Biological Sciences
    Campus/Community Involvement: Kasanova Dance Team, Korean Student Association, UNICEF Unite Club
    Fun Fact: My parents allowed my cousins to name me after a character from an Indian TV show.

  • Jasmin Gill, 2025 CAS Outstanding Senior

    Jasmine Gill.

    Jasmine Gill

     

    Congratulations to Jasmin Gill on being named 2025 Outstanding Senior. All are invited to attend the CAS awards ceremony and reception, from 3–5 p.m., May 5: RSVP to attend.

    "Having been able to TA for several classes in the Biological Sciences department, I have been able to fully appreciate how dedicated our professors are to student success, and how we are very much a learning community made of esteemed experts and students!”
      —Jasmin Gill, 2025 Outstanding Senior, and Student Ambassador

    Majors: Biological Sciences and Political Science
    Campus/Community Involvement: Association of Pre-Medical Students, UB Sikh Student Association, Human Rights Initiative volunteer
    Fun Fact: I commute from Canada!

  • Noor Ismail, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Noor Ismail.

    Noor Ismail

    “My advice for future UB students is to be willing to step out of your comfort zone and explore various clubs and opportunities. It's a great way to make friends and really figure out if you are doing what truly interests you!”
    —Noor Ismail, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    Majors: Biological Sciences and Business Administration
    Campus/Community Involvement:     UB Supply Chains and Operation Management (UB SCOM), Honors College, SUNY SA
    Fun Fact: I am a black belt in Isshin-ryu karate

  • Catherine Clark, 2025 UB Student Ambassador

    CATHERINE CLARK.

    Catherine Clark

    “Whether you attend clubs and events, do research, or get involved elsewhere, it's important to have something to look forward to outside of academics!”
    —Catherine Clark, 2025 UB Student Ambassador


    Major:     Biological Sciences
    Minor: Environmental Studies
    Award: BIO Abate Research Fellow, 2024
    Campus/Community Involvement: Krabbenhoft Freshwater Ecology Lab, First-Generation peer mentor
    Fun Fact: I love to bake and I like to think that I've perfected a few cookie recipes!