[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cet-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/405\/2026\/09\/COE_0681-1.jpg” alt=”College of Engineering Ambassadors standing together” title_text=”COE_0681″ _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
We’re excited to introduce you to our 2026-2027 College of Engineering Student Ambassadors! Our<\/span> <\/span>ambassadors<\/span> <\/span>lead<\/span> <\/span>tours<\/span>,<\/span> <\/span>help<\/span> <\/span>with<\/span> <\/span>college<\/span> <\/span>events<\/span>,<\/span> <\/span>assist<\/span> <\/span>with<\/span> <\/span>student<\/span> <\/span>mentoring<\/span>,<\/span> <\/span>and<\/span> <\/span>answer<\/span> <\/span>questions<\/span> <\/span>from<\/span> <\/span>prospective<\/span> <\/span>students<\/span> <\/span>about<\/span> <\/span>their<\/span> <\/span>WCU<\/span> <\/span>experience<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>You<\/span> <\/span>will<\/span> <\/span>see<\/span> <\/span>them<\/span> <\/span>at<\/span> <\/span>WCU Open House<\/a><\/strong>,<\/span> <\/span>weekday college tours<\/a><\/strong> <\/span>and<\/span> <\/span>WCU<\/span> <\/span>Engineering Discovery events<\/a><\/strong> <\/span>and<\/span> <\/span>outreach<\/span> <\/span>programs<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>Learn<\/span> <\/span>more<\/span> <\/span>about<\/span> <\/span>our<\/span> <\/span>amazing<\/span> <\/span>student<\/span> <\/span>Engineering<\/span> <\/span>Ambassadors<\/span> <\/span>below<\/span>!<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Grant B.” image=”https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cet-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/405\/2026\/09\/COE_0577.jpg” alt=”Grant Byers giving a presentation” image_icon_width=”75%” _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” body_text_color=”#592C88″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Hometown:<\/strong> Weaverville, NC<\/p>\n Major: Construction Management<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Why Construction Management:<\/strong> I love the process of construction and interacting with people on a daily basis.<\/span><\/p>\n Favorite Part of WCU<\/strong>: The willingness of WCU professors to be involved with students and their success in the College of Engineering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Fun Fact:<\/strong> I can ride a unicycle.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Gavin L.” image=”https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cet-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/405\/2026\/09\/IMG_8291_Gavin-Lakey-1.jpg” alt=”Gavin Lakey holding a fishing rod” image_icon_width=”50%” _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Hometown:<\/strong> Denver, NC<\/p>\n Major: Mechanical Engineering<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Why WCU:<\/strong> I grew up loving the mountains and I was looking for an engineering program where I wouldn’t be just a number. <\/span><\/p>\n Beyond The Classroom:<\/strong> Kappa Sigma Fraternity, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Society of Automotive Engineers Baja, Football Games, Basketball Games, Engineering Department pickleball tournament.<\/span><\/p>\n Fun Fact:<\/strong> I have wheelied my mountain bike for 1.25 miles without putting the bike back on two wheels. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Connor T.” image=”https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cet-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/405\/2026\/09\/IMG_6931_Connor-Thompson-1.jpg” alt=”Connor Thompson sitting on a rock” image_icon_width=”50%” _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Hometown:<\/strong> Franklinton, NC<\/p>\n Major:<\/strong> Mechanical Engineering<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Why WCU:<\/strong> I chose WCU because the moment I attended an open house, I knew this was the best choice for me. The beautiful scenery and everything about the environment here drew me in, and I realized this was the place for me. <\/span><\/p>\n Beyond The Classroom:<\/strong> I really enjoy the church groups I’ve found and the sense of community I’ve made through them. I also enjoy going to campus events such as athletics and other activities hosted by the university.<\/span><\/p>\n Fun Fact:<\/strong> I love being outdoors and playing any kind of sport. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Kevin E.J.” image=”https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cet-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/405\/2026\/09\/IMG_0953_Kevin-Elias-Juarez-1.jpg” alt=”Kevin Elias Juarez holding a WCU flag” image_icon_width=”50%” _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Hometown:<\/strong> Forest City, NC<\/p>\n Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Why Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology<\/span>:<\/strong> I chose to major in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology because I wanted to gain hands-on experience with embedded systems and learn both the hardware and software aspects of electronics.<\/span><\/p>\n Advice to Students:<\/strong> Don’t be afraid of change because not all change is bad.\u00a0 Some can bring new opportunities and growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Fun Fact:<\/strong> I serve as the External Vice President for Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers at WCU.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Lillian S.” image=”https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cet-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/405\/2026\/09\/Lily-Pic_Lillian-Sebastian-1.jpg” alt=”Lily Sebastian standing outside” image_icon_width=”75%” _builder_version=”4.27.8″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||1px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n