Admissions Ambassadors

The iSchool is proud to have a group of committed students that are here to help guide you with your college decision. Our students are on or around campus, have extensive experience within the School of Information Studies as well as other programs external to the college. They are here to help answer your questions from where you should get food on campus to advice on your application. Ask them about their experience in our diverse learning environment, and how Syracuse has helped them to shape their current aspirations”

Kerry Spencer ‘25

Admissions Ambassador

kspenc06@syr.edu

Kerry Spencer is a sophomore at Syracuse University majoring in Information Management & Technology in the School of Information Studies. She grew up in Westchester, NY but now lives in Nashville, TN. Other than being an Admissions Ambassador, Kerry is a part of the Internal Events Committee for OttoTHON, the largest philanthropy event on campus, and is a University 100 tour guide. She was also a Teacher Assistant at Syracuse University Summer College 2022 for the IT Girls program, which she is an alum of from Fall 2019. She has had a strong connection to the University since high school when she attended Summer College in 2019 and was an Ambassador for the program for three consecutive years.

Jake Hyman ’24

Admissions Ambassador

jahyman@syr.edu

Jake Hyman is a junior at Syracuse University studying Information Management & Technology with a concentration in Startups, Innovation and Design. He is originally from Livingston, New Jersey. He has recently completed a semester abroad through Syracuse London. Jake is a Peer Advisor in the iSchool and is an active member in Greek life. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball and hanging with friends. This coming summer Jake will be a summer analyst intern in the Global Technology department at Bank of America.

Fasheem Paige Jr ’25

Admissions Ambassador

fapaigej@syr.edu

Fasheem Paige Jr is a sophomore at Syracuse University studying Information Management and Technology. He was born and raised in Manhattan, NY. Along with his academics, Fasheem is a member of the Black and Latinx Information Science and Technology Society (B.L.I.S.T.S). His hobbies consist of listening to music, watching sports, and gaining knowledge. He loves to have inciteful and productive conversations.

Juliet Cunnington ’25

Admissions Ambassador

jcunni05@syr.edu

Juliet Cunnington is a sophomore in the School of Information Studies at Syracuse University majoring in Information Management and Technology and minoring in Psychology. Outside of her academics, she is on the club ultimate frisbee team, a member of a professional sorority, a tutor, and an aerial yoga teacher.

Alexandra Miller-Thomas ’26

Admissions Ambassador

amille73@syr.edu

Alexandra is a freshman at Syracuse University majoring in Applied Data Analytics in the School of Information Studies and is in the Renee Crown Honors Program. She is from Detroit, Michigan and is a competitor on the Syracuse Synchronized Figure Skating Team. Alexandra is also a member of the Student Marketing Committee and the Hellenic Student Association as well as is a camp counselor at a sleepaway Greek Orthodox summer camp in Northern Michigan.

Lissette Mitzi Mendez ’26

Admissions Ambassador

lmitzime@syr.edu

Lissette Mitzi Mendez is a current freshman, who is majoring in Information Management and Technology while minoring in Finance at the Whitman School of Management. She is originally from Clifton, New Jersey. Outside of her academics, Lissette is a part of the Renée Crown University Honors Program and is involved in clubs like Women in Technology, and the Mexican Student Association. Lissette is also looking forward to being a part of the iSchool’s immersive trip, Spring Break in Silicon Valley during the Spring of 2023. Post graduation, Lissette is looking towards a job in the cybersecurity field.

Benjamin Perle ’26

Admissions Ambassador

bwperle@syr.edu

Benjamin Perle is a freshman in the Reneé Crown Honors Program pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Applied Data Analytics. He is originally from Manalapan, New Jersey. Aside from working in the iSchool, Benjamin is involved with U100, Syracuse Hillel, Syracuse Fantasy Sports Club, Syracuse Basketball Analytics Club, and the Syracuse Baseball Sabermetrics Club. He enjoys his free time attending Syracuse University sporting events, spending time with friends, and playing pickup basketball at the Barnes Center at The Arch.

Yaneeka Nichols '26

Admissions Ambassador

ydnichol@syr.edu

Yaneeka Nichols is a freshman undergraduate student majoring in Information Management & Technology. She is from Brooklyn, NY, has joined CSA (Caribbean Student Association) and is Guyanese/South American. Yaneeka enjoys spending her free time reading, going outside for walks with friends, and trying new and different adventures.