PPSA at KSU Day at the Capitol

Overview

The President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors (PPSA) are a group of engaged, dedicated, compassionate students poised to support the university by generating a spirit of stewardship, enthusiasm, and ÁñÁ«»ÆÊÓƵ (KSU) pride. PPSAs are trained and equipped to assist the university in building and fostering relationships, both on and off campus.

Request a PPSA

PPSAs work with the Division of University Advancement (DUA) to support important alumni and donor events on campus throughout the year. Please complete the following form with all relevant information (include the link). After the form has been received you will receive notification if your request has been approved.

For additional questions, email PPSA@kennesaw.edu.

President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors engaging with KSU alumnus

What We Do

This distinguished group of dedicated students strengthens relationships with alumni, donors, and university leadership through high-impact events and initiatives, including:

  • Presidential Events
  • Commencement
  • Homecoming
  • Scholarship Receptions
  • KSU Alumni Awards
  • 40 Owls Under 40
  • KSU Alumni Association Board Meetings
  • KSU Foundation Board of Trustees Meetings
Gavin Alvarez-Bynum speaking at scholarship reception

PPSA Benefits

President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors will have multiple opportunities to:

  • Strengthen professional development skills.
  • Network and build relationships with campus leadership, alumni, donors, and community leaders.
  • Serve as influential student speakers and liaisons for KSU.
  • Utilize the Division of University Advancement's resources and relationships to strengthen your resume and professional experience.

Members of the President's Parliament Scholar Ambassador group also benefit from academic enrichment through a KSU renewable scholarship. The PPSA Scholarship pays out $2,500 per semester for the fall and spring semesters, totaling $5,000 per year.

PPSA Requirements

A President's Parliament Scholar Ambassador must be pursuing an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.30 and have attended KSU for one full academic year (fall and spring).

Each academic year, a PPSA will be responsible for:

  • Attending PPSA Training Weekend.
  • Assisting with signature events, such as KSU Foundation Board of Trustees meetings, presidential events, Homecoming, Commencement, comprehensive campaign events, President's Parliament donor events, and the Annual President's Parliament Scholar Ambassadors Luncheon.
  • Assisting with small-scale events, including stewardship initiatives and programs for the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement.
  • Monthly group check-ins with program advisors.
  • Supplemental training via monthly in-services.

PPSA applications open in the Spring semester for the following academic year.

2025 – 2026 PPSA Cohort

  • William Allen

    Business Management Interest
    Michael J. Coles College of Business

    PPSA Director of Student Engagement

    Hometown: Augusta, GA

     
  • Gavin Alvarez-Bynum

    Cybersecurity
    Michael J. Coles College of Business

    Hometown: Peoria, IL

  • Grant Baxter

    Anthropology
    International Affairs Minor
    President's Emerging Global Scholars
    Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences

    Hometown: Nashville, TN

  • Ezra Begashaw

    Software Engineering
    College of Computing and Software Engineering

    PPSA Director of Student Leadership

    Hometown: Roswell, GA

  • Yasmin Chagas

    Psychology
    Biology and Spanish Minors
    Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences and
    College of Science and Mathematics

    PPSA President

    Hometown: Acworth, GA

  • Donalthea Drysdale

    Computer Science and Computer Engineering (and SPEECT)
    College of Computing and Software Engineering

    Hometown: Ellenwood, GA

  • Nick Farinacci

    Mechanical Engineering
    Aerospace and Mathematics Minors
    Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology and College of Science and Mathematics

    Hometown: Peachtree City, GA

  • Claudia Irina Garavis Montagut

    International Affairs
    Political Science Minor
    Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences

    Hometown: Cúcuta, Colombia

  • Allisa George

    Public Health (Biology)
    Spanish Minor
    Wellstar College of Health and Human Services, College of Science and Mathematics, and Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences

    Hometown: Kennesaw, GA

  • Rumana Ghaniwala

    Biology (Pre-Prof/Pre-M.D.)
    College of Science and Mathematics

    Hometown: Mumbai, India

  • finnhazelpolkinghorne

    Health and Physical Activity Leadership, Teaching Concentration
    Clarice C. and Leland H. Bagwell College of Education

    Hometown: Melbourne, Australia

  • Aliyah Johnson

    Nursing
    Wellstar College of Health and Human Services

    PPSA Director of Student Engagement

    Hometown: Conyers, GA

  • hannahjoseph

    Cybersecurity
    College of Science and Mathematics

    Hometown: Marietta, GA

  • gracelynlarkin

    Public Health
    Wellstar College of Health and Human Services

    Hometown: Marietta, GA

  • Evan Lohbrunner

    Music Education (Orchestra)
    Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts and Clarice C. and Leland H. Bagwell College of Education

    PPSA Director of Student Engagement

    Hometown: Marietta, GA

  • mercyolaniran

    Computer Science
    College of Computing and Software Engineering

    Hometown: Jonesboro, GA

  • Selah Rice

    Computer Science
    College of Computing and Software Engineering

    PPSA Director of Marketing

    Hometown: Cumming, GA

  • Violet Riggle

    Nursing
    Music Minor
    Wellsar College of Health and Human Services and Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts

    PPSA Director of Student Leadership

    Hometown: McDonough, GA

  • Garrett Shedd

    Theatre and Performance Studies
    Robert S. Geer Family College  of the Arts

    Hometown: Rockmart, GA

  • Patrick Underwood

    Accounting
    Michael J. Coles College of Business

    Hometown: Hinesville, GA

  • Mary Watts

    Elementary Education
    Clarice C. and Leland H. Bagwell College of Education

    PPSA Director of Marketing

    Hometown: Marietta, GA

  • kailinyung

    Business Administration and Chinese Studies
    Michael J. Coles College of Business

    Hometown: Dallas, GA