Meet the Ambassadors

Allyssa O'Neal

Allyssa is a first-generation student at Pueblo Community College. She is currently studying business management with a focus on marketing and plans to attend Colorado State University of Pueblo after she graduates. Allyssa is originally from Jacksonville, Florida but has moved to Pueblo, Colorado to continue her education and better her lifestyle. “Since I have moved here and started attending PCC, my life has been full of adventures. As a student ambassador, I strive to help prospective, new, and continuing students in every way that I can.” Allyssa enjoys being a part of Pueblo Community College and being a part of such a loving community.

Ariana Dae Love

Ariana Dae Love is a driven and ambitious college student, who is working towards a degree in Business Administration. Ariana has spent her time excelling in her coursework and taking on numerous leadership roles and extracurricular activities. She is President of Phi Beta Lamda, Vice President of Black Student Union, a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), a distinguished member of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK). Her commitment to excellence, passion for learning and thirst for knowledge has earned her numerous accolades and honors throughout her academic career.

Life as a PCC Student Ambassador, as Ariana puts it, has brought a full-circle experience to her educational journey here at PCC. “I started my academic career in the New Student Studio with the help of student ambassadors so I’m extremely humbled and honored to be able to pay it forward and do the same.”
 
Ariana Love remains eager to leverage the knowledge and experiences she has gained from her involvement in numerous organizations and she is excited to continue pursuing her passions in business, leadership, and service.

Brandy Reeder

Brandy Reeder is Student Ambassador continuing her second year at Pueblo Community College. She is a first-generation student pursuing one of the many health programs that Pueblo Community College has to offer. She plans to graduate with her Associates in Dental Hygiene, then continue towards a Bachelor’s degree, and eventually a Masters degree. Brandy enjoys working as a Student Ambassador because she gets to meet people within the community that she adores. Brandy once said, “It is rewarding to encourage my peers in the Pueblo community to pursue their dreams”. When she isn’t in the NSS, she can often be spotted utilizing one of the many resources found on campus.

Derrick Downs

Derrick Downs is a non-traditional student in his 2nd year at Pueblo Community College. He is pursuing an Associate of General Studies (AGS) and plans to transfer to Colorado State University-Pueblo for his Bachelor's in Construction Management. Derrick's end goal is to attend law school at the University of Colorado (Boulder) with an emphasis in Contraction Law. Originally from Alabama, Derrick is a combat veteran having served four years in the United States Army and now calls Pueblo, Colorado his home.

Derrick is a Kane Family Scholar, a member of the President's Leadership Program (PLP), a member of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, an active member of the Future Business Leaders of America local chapter-Phi Betta Lambda (PBL), and member of TRIO. He also volunteers his time within the community with several non-profits as a Veteran Mentor and peer support specialist encouraging others to achieve their goals through higher education. One of his proudest positions at PCC is being a Student Ambassador, “It’s like being a campus celebrity”. Being a Student Ambassador is fulfilling because he is able to utilize his experience and talents to help others succeed and achieve their dreams.

Javier Ibarra Carrera

Javier is a first-generation student at Pueblo Community College, currently pursuing an Associates degree in Psychology. He plans to transfer to Colorado State University-Pueblo where he will earn a Bachelors and Masters degree to reach his goal of becoming a licensed therapist. Javier is a Colorado native who enjoys education, is a dedicated hobbyist and values an individual's interests. Working as a Student Ambassador has given him the opportunity to help prospective students see their own potential in pursuing their dream.