Dean’s Student Circle

Lead tours, assist in orientations, and share your SoC experience with new students.

What is the Dean’s Student Circle?

At the School of Communication, students are at the core of all we do. The Dean’s Student Circle (DSC) is an organization of student ambassadors who represent the School to prospective students, new students, and the University of Miami at large by participating in outreach and recruitment, leading tours, and assisting in orientations and panels. Members also share ideas and student feedback with School leadership.

The DSC also offers a guidance program which connects students within their first two semesters at the SoC with students who have ideally at least three semesters at the School.

Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassadors must have at least 2 semesters completed in the School of Communication. In this role, members represent the School to prospective students, new students, and the UM community by participating in outreach and recruitment, leading tours, and assisting in orientation activities and panel discussions. They also share ideas and student feedback with School leadership.

Mentees

If you are new to the School of Communication, we welcome you to apply as a DSC Mentee. As a mentee, you are paired with a DSC Student Ambassador in one of your areas of study who will show you how to utilize the resources at UM and at the School to maximize your experience. This opportunity allows newer students to form developmental relationships that help them navigate the academic, professional, and practical realities of college life.

Student Ambassadors

  • Represent the SoC in various efforts
  • Share ideas and student feedback with leadership
  • Take charge of leading the DSC
  • Has ideally been involved with a student organization
  • Has become familiar with various resources on campus

Mentees

  • Within the first two semesters at the SoC
  • Will be paired with an experienced DSC Student Ambassador
  • Will learn about the various opportunities available at the SoC

How to Join

Visit one of the links above to complete an online form. Complete applications include a resume and at least a 3.0 GPA in both the SoC and UM. All applications must be in good standing and students in the School of Communication.

Applications are only open during the beginning of each Fall Semester.

Responsibilities

  • Special Events (including, but not limited to: Open House, Family Weekend, Communication Week, guest speakers, panels, etc.)
  • Participate in outreach and recruitment
  • Guidance of Freshmen
  • Peer Counseling
  • Tour Guide

Meet our Current DSC Members

Avery Simon
Major: Public Relations
Minor: Social Media & Marketing
Quote: “Those who follow the crowd usually get lost in it.” – Rick Warren

Camila Goveo
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Quote: “When you think of the past you get depressed, when you think about the future you get anxiety, so just live in the now.”

Christopher Perez
Major: Electronic Media
Minor: Motion Pictures
Quote: “Creativity is intelligence having fun.” – Einstein

Colette Belzer
Major: Motion Pictures (General Track) and Public Relations
Minor: Art
Quote: “Do or do not, there is no try.” – Master Yoda (Star Wars)

Daniella Vega
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Minor: Public Relations
Quote: “Las cosas siempre cambian. El mundo cambia, la gente cambia, todo cambia… except lo bueno.” – Bad Bunny

Emily Huffman
Major: Public Relations
Minor: Marketing and International Studies
Quote: “You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” – Serena Williams

Grace Zimmerman
Major: Advertising
Minor: Graphic Design, Communication Studies and Social Media
Quote: “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney

Haley Riggins
Major: Public Relations
Minor: Management and Marketing
Quote: “Whatever you choose to do, leave tracks. That means don’t do it just for yourself. You will want to leave the world a little better for your having lived.” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Hannah Valdivia
Major: Journalism
Minor: Business Law
Quote: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Ghandi

Jessica Gonzalez
Major: Advertising
Minor: Public Relations and Sports Media
Quote: “Everything happens for a reason.”

Kaya Tretter
Major: Public Relations
Quote: “If you don’t want to be like everyone else, you can’t do what everyone else is doing.”

Laila Pettus
Major: Broadcast Journalism and Advertising
Quote: The game is going to test you but never fold. Stay 10 toes down. It’s not on you, it’s in you. And what’s in you they can never take away.” – Nipsey Hussle

Mary-Grace Cardelle
Major: Journalism
Minor: Business Law and Sports Administration
Quote: “Excellence is the gradual result of always striving to do better.” – Pat Riley

Nicole Franco
Major: Psychology and Journalism
Quote: My favorite inspirational quote would have to be: “If you knew Time as well as I do… you wouldn’t talk about wasting it.” – The Mad Hatter

Obehi Aigbedion
Major: Public Relations and International Studies
Quote: “Don’t sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.” – Madam C.J. Walker

Sara Wollman
Major: Media Management
Minor: Public Relations and Marketing
Quote: “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” – Sally Berger

Shea McDonald
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Minor: Sports Administration and Motion Pictures
Quote: “Hard work beats talent when talent does not work hard.”

Taryn Jacobs
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Minor: Sports Administration
Quote: “You have to be where you are to get where you need to go.” – Amy Poehler

Valentina Restrepo
Major: Public Relations
Minor: Psychology and Spanish
Quote: “The art of communication is the language of leadership.” – James Humes

Vivee Barry
Major: Broadcast Journalism and Advertising
Quote: “You can’t change the direction of the wind but you can adjust your sails.”

Vivian Amoia
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Minor: Political Science
Quote: “Don’t pray for a good life, pray for the strength to endure a hard life.”

Faculty Advisor

Luis Herrera

lherrera@miami.edu
(305) 284-2474
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