Bauer Ambassadors

Bauer Ambassadors (BA) is a program for an elite group of undergraduate business students who represent Bauer College, its spirit and values, to the campus and community. Bauer Ambassadors represent the college at key events and activities for the Dean's Office, Undergraduate Business Programs (UBP), and the Rockwell Career Center (RCC), and serve as Ethics Advocates for their fellow students. Those events and activities include college tours, new student orientations, career events, dean’s events, commencement, and presentations to students on the importance of academic achievement and honesty, and being engaged in the college.

Purpose Statement

The Bauer Ambassadors' purpose is to represent the C. T. Bauer College of Business to the campus and community and to serve as Ethics Advocates who uphold the college’s spirit and values.

2024-2025 Undergraduate

Meet the Bauer Ambassadors

Leadership Team

Andre Huereca
Andre Huereca

President

ba.president@gmail.com

Valeria Serenil
Valeria Serenil

Vice President

ba.externalvp@gmail.com

Emily Agruso
Emily Agruso

Director of Membership Relations

ba.membershiprelations
@gmail.com

Jabriel Alghafir
Jabriel Alghafir

Director of Membership Development

ba.membershipdevelopment
@gmail.com

Ian Ulrich
Ian Ulrich

Marketing Director

ba.marketingdirector
@gmail.com

Mubin Momin
Mubin Momin

Bauer Ambassador Delegate

mmmomin8@cougarnet.uh.edu

Bauer Ambassadors

Hadeel Aitbourchireb
Hadeel Aitbourchireb
Cynthia Blanchard
Cynthia Blanchard
Ansley Brown
Ansley Brown
Ian Daniel
Ian Daniel
Aaryan Dhanani
Aaryan Dhanani
Vanessa Duque
Vanessa Duque
Chris	Glass
Chris Glass
Isabelle Hogue
Isabelle Hogue
Nylah	Jenkins
Nylah Jenkins
Zariyan Jiwa
Zariyan Jiwa
Leya	Johns
Leya Johns
Naisha Khera
Naisha Khera
Yoana	Kigigha
Yoana Kigigha
Adam Kotb
Adam Kotb
Alexander	Lammayot
Alexander Lammayot
Chase	Larrieu
Chase Larrieu
Melanie Loredo
Melanie Loredo
Isabella Martinez
Isabella Martinez
Kevin	Martinez
Kevin Martinez
Megan	Nguyen
Megan Nguyen
Uchechukwu Ogbuaku
Uchechukwu Ogbuaku
Talia	Quintana
Talia Quintana
Elsa Rocha
Elsa Rocha
Lizbeth Rodriguez
Lizbeth Rodriguez
Ayra Siddiqui
Ayra Siddiqui
Maryam Siddiqui
Maryam Siddiqui
Aleena Siddiqui
Aleena Siddiqui
Elizabeth	Smith
Elizabeth Smith
Noel J Stephen
Noel J Stephen
Ruqayah Suleyman
Ruqayah Suleyman
Johnny Thai
Johnny Thai
Lucy Tran
Lucy Tran
Rafael Valenzuela
Rafael Valenzuela
Glenys Yevi
Glenys Yevi

Why Bauer Ambassadors?

Hear from our Leadership Team

Andre Huereca

Bauer Ambassadors has allowed me to expand my network and connect with people that I never imagined possible. The lessons it’s taught me are some that will forever help me in my career!

Valeria Serenil

Bauer Ambassadors completely redefined my college experience. We are not just a program; we are a family! Everyone is constantly supporting and uplifting one another to get involved and make a difference at Bauer College.

Emily Agruso

Joining Bauer Ambassadors has truly been the highlight of my college experience. Not only have I been able to enhance my professional skills, but I’ve also grown personally through meaningful service and culture! This program is truly one-of-a-kind, providing an incredible opportunity to connect and collaborate with a motivated group of students.

Jabriel Alghafir

Bauer Ambassadors embodies the values of leadership, service, and community. Joining BA has been one of my best decisions in college, allowing me to foster lifelong friendships and work alongside a welcoming and excellent team dedicated to making a positive difference. The experiences and connections I’ve gained in BA will continue to guide me long after I’ve left.

Ian Ulrich

Being part of Bauer Ambassadors has been an incredible experience. I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with students across Bauer, and it’s been both enlightening and rewarding to work with such talented individuals. The diversity of perspectives and shared passion for representing our college has truly enriched my experience. I’ve gained valuable insights into business, while also developing my personal and professional growth, and I’m grateful for the connections and experiences I’ve had along the way.

Mubin Momin

This program genuinely embodies its core values of leadership, service, and culture. Through this philosophy, I have grown as a leader and a representative of Bauer’s spirit and principles. Becoming a part of Bauer Ambassadors has been one of the best decisions of my undergraduate journey, and I am deeply thankful for the people I’ve met and the experiences I’ve gained.

Bauer Ambassadors

Leadership

Bauer Ambassadors offers a comprehensive approach to student development. Through professional development workshops covering practical skills, engaging general meetings for shared experiences, and insightful guest speakers, students are equipped with the knowledge and unity needed to navigate the dynamic business landscape successfully.

Service

As a Bauer Ambassador, you will be presented with the invaluable opportunity to actively serve and represent your community through a diverse range of engaging activities. These initiatives include community service projects, connecting with high school students to share the college experience. By embracing these opportunities you contribute to the positive impact and social responsibility that defines the Bauer Ambassador experience.

Culture

The Bauer Ambassadors includes mentorship programs that create a supportive network for personal and career development. The ambassadors emphasize a family-oriented environment that builds strong interpersonal relationships. Fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere that facilitates overall growth and well-being within the group.

Membership Requirements

Bauer Ambassador Membership

*BA Membership is limited to 40 students*

  • A currently enrolled Pre-Business or declared Business major with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Must be enrolled full-time and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA
  • Commit to serving as an Ambassador for 1 year (fall and spring semesters)
  • Attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings
  • Fulfill the established point requirement by volunteering for a certain number of events each semester
  • Agree to all terms and conditions listed on the Bauer Ambassador Contract

Application Process

  • Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year will be available on July 15, 2024.
  • Submit the online application by Monday, September 1, 2025, by 11:59 p.m.
  • Interview invitations will be sent to applicants by September 3.
  • Final selections will be made by September 12, 2025.

Responsibilities

  • Volunteering at various college events
  • Representing the Bauer College of Business
  • Providing tours to prospective students and employers

Membership Privileges

  • Leadership Development training
  • Increases exposure and visibility
  • Opportunities to meet high level college constituents
  • Opportunities to interact with the dean
  • A BA polo shirt to be worn at events
  • An Ethics Advocate pin
  • A cord at graduation