Sociology and Anthropology Department Student Ambassadors
The Sociology and Anthropology Ambassadors are a prestigious group of sociology and anthropology majors who assist with recruiting and advising events, orientations, and provide peer advising. SOA Ambassadors are a great resource for both current and future students and we encourage you to reach out to them at their contact information below to ask questions or learn more about our programs. Their office is located in Schroeder Hall room 316.
I am Ambria Garner and I am a senior here at Illinois State University. My major is Sociology and I originally started out as psychology but after taking a couple sociology classes, I knew it was my calling! I have an overall interest in anything sociology because the fact that we are influenced by each other and everyday things without even knowing sometimes truly intrigues me. After college, I hope to land a job in Market research or Public relations.
This is my first year as an ambassador, and I am excited to share my love for and be a resource of not only sociology itself but also the Sociology and Anthropology department here at Illinois State. I love talking to people, so I am always up to having a conversation about Sociology or anything else you would like to talk about!
Anthony Johnson is in his second year here at Illinois State University and is currently a Junior. He is a first-year ambassador and a sociology major; he found this major his first year at Illinois State when he took a phenomenal Introduction to Sociology class.
Anthony is an active member of the Gamma Phi Circus, a photographer, and a gardener. He has always loved keeping his schedule full, but he always has time to lend a hand. If you need any help with transitioning to Illinois State or the sociology program, feel free to reach out.
Vallesia Robinson is a new Sociology & Anthropology student ambassador in her senior year at Illinois State University. Vallesia is a Sociology major and a Women, gender, and sex studies minor. They were enrolled in Malcolm X early college program and transferred credits to Illinois State, on track to graduate a year early. She has a special interest in art, having been a visual and performing artist since early childhood.
She dreams of creating a community built on her passions as an artist and leveraging her sociological skills. With research interests in somatic healing, that she’ll be pursuing this semester in her independent study. She hopes to spread her knowledge and meet more passionate people. Vallesia is very excited to help students, answer any questions, or simply have a conversation!
Visit Vallesia’s personal website: https://sites.google.com/view/vallesia/home?authuser=1
Sarah Schroeder is a current senior pursuing simultaneous degrees in Anthropology and Art History with minors in Classical Studies and Chemistry. They are also the current vice president of the Society of Student Anthropologists (SOSA) at Illinois State, as well as an active member of Latin Language Club and Women’s History Club. Sarah plans to go into art conservation/restoration and would love to chat about anthropology, museums, scheduling/advising, or any other questions!