Michigan State University has named 10 outstanding senior ambassadors to its 2014-15 Homecoming Court.
Ambassadors, who were endorsed by an individual or an organization, were chosen through a highly selective process. The students were evaluated based on his or her leadership, community involvement, academic excellence and Spartan pride.
A group of MSU faculty, staff, alumni and students conducted personal interviews with students to select the final 10 court ambassadors.
"The students highlighted as this year's Homecoming Court embody every inch and angle of what it means to be a Spartan," said Homecoming Court adviser Mathias Koller. "I am beyond proud of these students and look forward to all the big things they have in store for us as they continue through the rest of their college careers and into the professional world."
The students will begin their duties as ambassadors this summer, as they will represent the MSU student body at various alumni, community and university engagements. They will continue their commitment through the 2014-15 school year. During homecoming week, Sept. 22-27, ambassadors will attend many functions, including the parade on Sept. 26 and the football game on Sept. 27.
"It is both an honor and a privilege to be named as a member of the 2014-15 Michigan State University Homecoming Court,” said Clark Vredevoogd, 2014-15 Homecoming Court ambassador. “Being recognized by MSU as a member of such a select group of incredible individuals is very humbling. After receiving so much from this university, it is with great excitement that I take another step forward in my ability to give back.
“I look forward to representing this university over the next year and the opportunity to meet current students, alumni and individuals who may be considering MSU in the future.”
The 2014-15 court includes:
- Kevin Adams, of Rochester, is the son of Kathy and Joe Adams. He is majoring in environmental geosciences in Lyman Briggs College with a concentration in geophysics and interdisciplinary studies in social science - liberal studies (socio-environmental interactions) in the College of Social Science. He is a member of the Honors College.
- Quan Blunt, of Detroit, is the son of Kierre Brooks. He is majoring in food science in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
- Jolisa Brooks, of Detroit, is the daughter of Lisa and Joestilles Brooks. She is majoring in political theory and constitutional democracy in James Madison College. She is a member of the Honors College.
- Patrick Harris, of Southfield, is the son of Kendra Ingram and Patrick Harris I. He is majoring in Elementary Education in the College of Education.
- Jason Murray, of Novi, is the son of Dale and Nancy Murray. He is majoring in human resource management in the Broad College of Business and communication in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. He is a member of the Honors College.
- Sarah Noffze, of Livonia, is the daughter of Elaine Noffze and the late Robert Noffze. She is majoring in marketing in the Broad College of Business with specializations in sales communication and health promotion. She is a member of the Honors College.
- Katelyn Prine, of Springport, is the daughter of Tim and Carol Prine. She is majoring in social relations and policy in James Madison College with a minor in education studies in the College of Education.
- D'Andra Sanders, of Saginaw, is the daughter of Desiree Sanders. She is majoring in hospitality business in the Broad College of Business.
- Haley Schulz, of Pigeon, is the daughter of Jackie and Jim Heiden and Don Schulz. She is majoring in environmental studies in agriscience in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
- Clark Vredevoogd, of Grandville, is the son of Jeff and Loanne Vredevoogd. He is majoring in kinesiology with a pre-professional focus in the College of Education.
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