Grace Bayliss is the primary coordinator for the USF-Microsoft Student Ambassador Program. General inquiries and interest in the Program should be directed to gbayliss@usf.edu

I am a B.S. student in Information Technology at the University of South Florida’s Judy Genshaft Honors College. I joined the USF–Microsoft Student Ambassador Program because it aligns with my passion for using technology to solve real-world problems and create meaningful impact. As I work toward a future in product and project management, the program allows me to develop my skills in AI and digital transformation while collaborating with USF departments to make everyday workflows more efficient, accessible, and innovative.

I'm Augusta Akuamoah, an MSc Marketing student excited to grow as a tech leader through this unique Microsoft partnership. The opportunity to receive specialized training, collaborate with campus professionals, and present my work to USF and Microsoft leadership is invaluable. I am eager to build my skills while helping others discover how Microsoft 365 tools can transform their daily workflows.

Hey, I’m Apoorba! I’m currently pursuing my M.S. in Engineering Management and love finding smarter, more creative ways to get things done with tech. I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador program in Fall 2025 to experiment with AI, work hands on with Microsoft tools, and collaborate with both student teams and the USF IT and Microsoft community, and I’ve continued being part of the program this Spring. It’s been such a fun experience learning, building, and working with an inspiring group of people.

I’m a student in the Industrial & Management Systems Engineering at the University of South Florida with a strong interest in technology, analytics, and real‑world problem solving. I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador program to deepen my hands‑on experience with Microsoft technologies while collaborating with a diverse community of students and professionals. Through this program, I hope to grow as a leader and help others learn how technology can drive meaningful impact.

Hello, my name is Adriel Gomez! As a senior majoring in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics at USF, I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador Program to build technical expertise in emerging technologies and professional workflows. What excites me most about this program is the chance to collaborate with our campus departments to create solutions to their unique technology and productivity challenges. Engaging with the USF community and connecting with leadership from both the university and Microsoft is an incredible opportunity to drive positive change that aligns with my professional goals of working at the intersection of finance and technology.

I'm Ryan Milton, a BAIS undergraduate student and I joined the USF/Microsoft Student Ambassador program to learn more about utilizing Copilot in the workspace. Joining this program and connecting with USF faculty is a great opportunity to share knowledge and solve cases where Microsoft Copilot can be utilized from an educational standpoint.

I’m a senior Health Sciences student at the University of South Florida with a strong interest in risk management and insurance. I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador program to learn more about how I can leverage technology and use it to support risk assessment and real-world problem solving. Through this experience, I hope to combine my healthcare background with technology to better understand risk, compliance, and organizational resilience.

I bring more than seven years of experience as a data analyst across manufacturing, healthcare, and human resources, where I’ve learned that data is powerful only when it drives meaningful decisions. As a tech enthusiast, I continuously explore and experiment with new tools, guided by a simple principle: “Unlearn, learn, and relearn.” I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador program because I believe the best way to learn is to teach, and that growth multiplies when knowledge is shared.

Hi everyone, I'm Nhi Nguyen, a senior at USF double majoring in Applied Mathematics and Econometrics. I was introduced to Microsoft tools at a young age and didn't realize how valuable that experience was until I started working and volunteering with students from different backgrounds. I was surprised that not many people were familiar with these tools, so I often stepped into a tech lead role, helping peers navigate everything from basic Excel functions to PowerPoint animations. I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador program thinking I already knew a lot, only to discover how much Microsoft 365 has grown and how much more there is to learn, which honestly makes it even more exciting. I'm eager to deepen my expertise and help students and departments across USF get more out of the tools they already have free access to.

Hi, I’m Kaushik Selvakumar, a Computer Engineering student in the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at USF. I’m passionate about cloud architecture, networking, cybersecurity, and emerging AI systems. I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador program to challenge myself beyond the classroom, grow as a technical leader, and collaborate on projects that bridge industry and academia. I’m particularly interested in scalable cloud infrastructure and agentic AI, and how intelligent systems can be designed to operate reliably in real-world production environments.

I joined the Microsoft Student Ambassador program to learn from the community, help USF departments use emerging tools better, and to help students feel less stressed when tech gets confusing. My mom has always dreamed of me working at Microsoft, so I’m counting this as step one of the master plan.

I am a senior here at USF. I decided to join the USF Microsoft student ambassador program for a few reasons, as I had heard of the program and it interested me. I’m seeking to build my Microsoft 365 skills through this program as well as learn to navigate through Microsoft copilot. I’m excited to learn and practice these skills through helping and collaborating with others.