Adrianna Aaron

After stepping away from college for nearly a decade, Adrianna returned with a renewed determination to finish what she started. As a wife and mother, her non-traditional college journey has taught her the importance of perseverance, community, and support. 

Adrianna earned her Associate of Arts in World Languages with a concentration in Spanish from the College of Southern Nevada and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in World Languages with a concentration in Spanish at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She is also a McNair Scholar. 

At UNLV, Adrianna turned her transfer experience into a passion for helping others. She serves as Vice President of the Rebel Transfer Student Organization and has shared her experiences with incoming transfer students. As a National Transfer Student Ambassador, Adrianna hopes to advocate for transfer students, connect them with resources, and show that there is no single path to earning a college degree. 

Isabella Eckart

Isabella Eckart is a junior pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design at The University of Alabama after transferring from George C. Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama. As a transfer student, Isabella understands the uncertainty of navigating a new institution, which inspired her to serve as an ambassador and mentor for Bama Transfers, an organization dedicated to supporting transfer students. Through her experiences, Isabella discovered many opportunities available for transfer students and became passionate about helping others find those same opportunities. She supports transfer students academically through her involvement in Tau Sigma, the National Transfer Student Honor Society. Isabella hopes to build a career as a graphic designer, eventually pursuing a leadership role as an Art Director and potentially starting her own business. Outside of academics and leadership, she enjoys baking, creating designs, hiking, and exploring nature. Isabella’s experiences continue to inspire her dedication to transfer student advocacy. 

Alexander Esparza

Alexander Esparza is a transfer student at UC Santa Barbara studying Economics. He started his college career at Los Angeles Valley College before transferring to UCSB, where he has since become an advocate for transfer students and student engagement across campus. Alexander currently sits on the Chancellor’s Student Advisory Council and is additionally a member of the Tau Sigma Honor Society. He has also taken on leadership roles with both the Associated Students Program Board and the Associated Students Office of the President, serving as the Deputy Commissioner and formerly as the Transfer Student Coordinator. Alexander has used these opportunities to push for a better transfer student experience and help build spaces where transfers can connect. After completing his time at UCSB, he plans to break into the entertainment industry, bringing together his interests in business and leadership. 

Geovanny Marcos

Geovanny Marcos is a first-generation college student and Vanderbilt University junior pursuing a double major in Political Science and Culture, Advocacy, and Leadership, with a minor in Business. He is passionate about law, entrepreneurship, marketing, and creating opportunities for students from underrepresented backgrounds. At Vanderbilt, Geovanny serves as a Transfer Student Leader at Vanderbilt, Co-Law Liaison for the Pre-Law Society, and a Campus Director for the Millennium Fellow program. He has also gained experience in marketing, community engagement, and professional development through internships and student organizations. As someone who has navigated higher education as a transfer and first-generation student, Geovanny is committed to building meaningful connections and expanding access to mentorship and career opportunities through his developing non-profit called EmpowerU. His long-term goals include pursuing a J.D., working in immigration or corporate law, building a business management firm, and founding EmpowerU nonprofit focused on mentorship and college access.