Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassadors

Hello everyone! We are proud to represent Teachers College as the Student Ambassadors in the Office of Admission. We would love to connect with you regarding our experiences in our academic programs, at TC, and in New York City. To reach us, please email tcstudent@tc.columbia.edu. If you would like to connect with one of us in particular about your program of interest, please include that Ambassador’s name in the subject line of your email. We are excited to hear from you!

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Rayven Bryant
Developmental Psychology - Master of Arts

I’m a first-year Master of Arts student in the Developmental Psychology program here at Teachers College. I hope to become an Educational Psychologist who specializes in learning loss recovery efforts in post-disaster school environments. I’m from Baton Rouge, LA, and I earned my B.A. in Elementary Education with minors in Spanish and Psychology from Spelman College in Atlanta, GA. When I’m not focused on research or advocacy, you can usually find me exploring coffee shops in Brooklyn, reading, or binge watching true crime documentaries. I’m so excited to be a part of your TC journey!

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Sara Garcia
School Psychology - Master of Education

I’m a first-year student in the School Psychology Master of Education program! My long-term goal is to become a School Psychologist working in an elementary or middle school setting. I double majored in Psychology and Education at Colgate University, receiving my B.A. in December, 2024. From growing up on Long Island to spending four years Upstate N.Y., moving to New York City has been so exciting. I enjoy exploring different neighborhoods and connecting with new people. In my free time, you can find me taking long walks and listening to music. I am excited to support you as you embark on your journey at TC!

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Claire Pancoast
Clinical Psychology - Master of Arts

I’m a first-year Master of Arts student in the Clinical Psychology program at Teachers College. I aspire to become a licensed clinical psychologist, specializing in trauma in adolescents. I am from New Haven, CT, but lived in the Bay Area for the past two years, where I worked as a 4th grade lead teacher. I graduated in 2022 from Muhlenberg College and earned my B.A. in Psychology and Sustainability Studies. In my spare time I enjoy reading at a cafe, going to museums, catching a show on Broadway, and walking through Central Park. In addition to being a Student Ambassador, I am a general RA in the Cognitive Neuropsychology Research Lab. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about Teachers College and look forward to speaking with you!

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Sydney Reid
School Counseling - Master of Education

I am a first-year Ed.M. student in the School Counselor program here at Teachers College! I am originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, and earned my B.A. in Elementary Education with a minor in Psychology from North Carolina State University. Following graduation, I taught first grade for three years at a local elementary school. This is where I realized my passion for helping kiddos develop their academic, social-emotional and career skills in order to better prepare them for the world, through school counseling. In my spare time, I like to go on walks, read books, crochet in cafés, and explore the city! I am so excited to connect with you and support you on your TC journey!

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