Student Leaders Advancing Kennesaw State University

The President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors (PPSA) program is a prestigious student leadership opportunity at Kennesaw State University designed for engaged, high‑achieving undergraduates who serve as official ambassadors for the institution. PPSAs represent KSU at key events and initiatives that support presidential priorities, alumni engagement, donor stewardship, and university advancement.

Working in partnership with the Division of University Advancement, President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors help build and strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, university leadership, and community partners. Ambassadors actively contribute to high‑impact campus and external events, including presidential events, commencement, homecoming, scholarship receptions, alumni awards, foundation meetings, and alumni board meetings. Through this work, PPSAs foster pride in Kennesaw State University while advancing its mission and public presence.

Professional Development and Scholarship Benefits

Participation in the President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors program provides significant professional and academic benefits. Ambassadors develop leadership, communication, and networking skills while serving as student speakers and liaisons for KSU. Members gain hands‑on experience supporting senior leadership and benefit from mentorship and resources within the Division of University Advancement, strengthening their resumes and career readiness.

In addition, PPSAs receive academic enrichment through a renewable Kennesaw State University scholarship. The PPSA Scholarship awards $2,500 per semester during the fall and spring terms, totaling $5,000 per academic year.

Request a PPSA

President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors support approved alumni, donor, and university events in collaboration with the Division of University Advancement.

To request PPSA participation, please complete the PPSA Request Form with all relevant event details. You will be notified once your request has been reviewed.

For additional questions, email PPSA@kennesaw.edu.

PPSA Request Form

PPSA Requirements

President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors must be undergraduate students who have completed at least one full academic year at Kennesaw State University and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.30.

Each academic year, PPSAs are expected to:

  • Attend the PPSA Training Weekend
  • Assist with signature events such as presidential events, Homecoming, Commencement, KSU Foundation Board of Trustees meetings, donor events, and the annual PPSA Luncheon
  • Support small‑scale events and stewardship initiatives for Alumni and Constituent Engagement
  • Participate in monthly group check‑ins with program advisors
  • Complete supplemental training through monthly in‑service sessions
  • Applications open each spring semester for the following academic year.

2026–2027 President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors

Meet the students selected to represent Kennesaw State University through leadership, service, and engagement. These ambassadors support key university initiatives and help strengthen connections across the KSU community.

Executive Board Officers

Donalthea Drysdale

Donalthea Drysdale '27

Computer Science and Computer Engineering
College of Computing and Software Engineering

President
Hometown: McDonough, GA


Rumana Ghaniwala

Rumana Ghaniwala '27

Biology
College of Science and Mathematics

Director of Operations
Hometown: Mumbai, India

Gracelyn Larkin

Gracelyn Larkin '27

Public Health
Wellstar College of Health and Human Services

Director of Student Leadership

Hometown: Marietta, GA

Allisa George

Allisa George '26

Public Health
Wellstar College of Health and Human Services

Director of Student Engagement
Hometown: Kennesaw, GA


Kai-lin Yung

Kai-lin Yung '28

Business Administration
Michael J. Coles College of Business

Director of Marketing
Hometown: Dallas, GA


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Ambassadors

Gavin Alvarez

Gavin Alvarez‑Bynum ’27 

Cybersecurity 
Michael J. Coles College of Business 
Hometown: Peoria, IL 

Kevine Akue

Kevine Akue-M ’28

Electrical Engineering/Nuclear Engineering
Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Hometown: McDonough, GA


Alayna Arthur

Alayna Arthur ‘29

Finance
Michael J. Coles College of Business
Hometown: Savannah, GA


Nia Bennett

Nia Bennett ’29

Architecture
College of Architecture and Construction Management
Hometown: Conyers, GA


Kiera Bridges

Kiera Bridges ’29

BS-Human Services (with Nursing Concentration)
Wellstar College of Health and Human Services
Hometown: Covington, GA


Nick Farinacci

Nick Farinacci ’26

Mechanical Engineering 
Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology  
Hometown: Peachtree City, GA 

Derrick Giles

Derrick Giles ’29

Mechanical Engineering
Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Hometown Dacula, GA


Finn Hazel-Polkinhorne

Finn Hazel‑Polkinghorne ’27 

Health and Physical Activity Leadership 
Clarice C. and Leland H. Bagwell College of Education 
Hometown: Melbourne, Australia 

Bryan Hoeltzer

Bryan Hoeltzer ’29

Computer Science
College of Computing and Software Engineering
Hometown: Douglasville, GA


Ty Johnston

Ty Johnston ‘29

Mechanical Engineering
Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Hometown: Grand Rapids, GA


Hannah Joseph

Hannah Joseph ’27 

Cybersecurity 
College of Science and Mathematics 
Hometown: Marietta, GA 

David Kopsch-Sanchez

David Kopsch-Sanchez ’29

Social Work
Wellstar College of Health and Human Services
Hometown: Bentonville, AR


Avery McCurley

Avery (AJ) McCurley ’27

Exercise Science
Wellstar College of Health and Human Services
Hometown: Toccoa, GA


Gabriella Medel

Gabriella Medel ’29

Biology
College of Science and Mathematics
Hometown: Braselton, GA


Patrick Underwood

Patrick Underwood ’26

Accounting 
Michael J. Coles College of Business 
Hometown: Hinesville, GA 

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