UCLA Economics Student Ambassadors
Student Ambassador Program
The UCLA Economics Student Ambassador Program supports student connection, peer mentorship, tutoring, events, and community-building across the department.
Student Leadership
Economics Student Ambassador Program
The UCLA Economics Student Ambassador Program brings together undergraduate students to help strengthen the department community through events, peer mentorship, tutoring support, and other ambassador-led initiatives. Ambassadors work closely with the department to support current students, welcome new Bruins, and help connect students to academic, professional, and community-building opportunities across UCLA Economics.
Program Areas
What ambassadors help lead
Student Ambassadors contribute across multiple areas of the department experience, helping students feel more connected, informed, and supported. In addition to the duties listed below, ambassadors on all teams are expected to attend Bruin Day and Commencement, as well as three ambassador meetings per quarter (held from 10am-11am on Friday of Weeks 2, 4, and 8 each term).
Events
Ambassadors plan and coordinate department events such as networking events, student mixers, workshops, career programs, and department-wide engagement initiatives throughout the academic year.
Tutoring
Ambassadors manage a peer-to-peer tutoring program which offers drop-in style tutoring for core Economics courses. They also develop academic resources to support undergraduate students in their economics coursework. Ambassadors on the tutoring team must have at least an A in all Economics core courses, and have completed at least Econ 11 when applying. They are also required to tutor at least one shift per week.
Mentorship
Ambassadors serve as mentors and recruit additional mentors and mentees for the program. They will complete a matching process for mentors and mentees and plan quarterly events for students in the program.
Meet the Ambassadors
UCLA Economics Student Ambassador Team
Learn more about the students supporting community, mentorship, tutoring, and engagement across the UCLA Economics Department.
Events Team
Eileen Zheng
she/her · Sophomore
Economics, Statistics and Data Science
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Eileen is a second-year Economics major who is also interested in Statistics and Cognitive Science. She is a current UCLA Resident Assistant for Sproul Hall and has previously worked with UCLA’s Residential Government Council. Outside of academics and Residential Life, Eileen is part of the Physical Sciences Student Advisory board as well as the UCLA club gymnastics team. In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, and spending time outdoors with her family, friends, and her dog back home in Canada.
Tutoring Team
Eli Papagni
he/him · Senior
Economics
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Eli Papagni is a senior Economics major from Davis, California and a member of UCLA’s Departmental Scholars Program. His research interests center on game theory and political economy, specifically how to apply game theoretic network models to legal research. In his free time, Eli plays strategic board games and is a member of Enigma, UCLA’s board-gaming club. Eli is currently applying to JD/PhD programs.
Mentorship Team
Harshdeep Sidhu
she/her · Senior
Economics, Statistics and Data Science
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Harshdeep Sidhu is a fourth-year student double majoring in Economics and Statistics & Data Science. Her academic interests focus on econometrics and in using quantitative methods to investigate economic relationships. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, cooking, and playing board games. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in a quantitative field next year.
Tutoring Team
Harsukh Sidhu
he/him · Sophomore
Economics, Labor Studies Minor
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Harsukh is a second-year Economics major from Fairfield, CA. After graduating, he plans to attend law school and pursue a career that blends his interest in business and the legal field. Outside of academics, he enjoys lifting, staying active, exploring new places to eat, and spending time with friends. He’s drawn to work that lets him problem-solve, think critically, and contribute to his community.
Events Team
Oanh Pham
she/her · Senior
Economics
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As a first-generation student who commutes from a long distance, Oanh has learned to balance long drives with a full course load, gaining organization, confidence, and flexibility while exploring what path to take next. She is especially interested in the connection between economics and marketing, focusing on understanding consumer behavior and using data to see why people make certain choices and how businesses can respond. Outside of academics, she stays involved in her community through volunteer work, both online and in person when she has the time, and enjoys learning about different cultures and perspectives. When she has a moment to herself, she loves relaxing with a good movie.
Events Team
Lisa Tiutiunnik
she/her · Senior
Economics, Global Studies minor, Russian Language minor
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Lisa Tiutiunnik is a senior majoring in Economics with interest in applied micro. Originally from Russia, Lisa is interested in economic policy and plans to attend graduate school to further explore the field. Her career goal is to become an economist focusing on public policy and research, working in a think tank or a policy organization, where she is able to contribute to decision-making and develop solutions to current economic problems. Outside of academics, Lisa likes to rollerblade, ice skate, and hike.
Events Team
Mansha Rapria
she/her · Sophomore
Economics, Statistics and Data Science
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Mansha Rapria is a sophomore majoring in Economics and Statistics & Data Science, with strong interests in international affairs and social service. She currently serves as the Secretary of ALD| PES, an academic honors society, and as the Finance Officer for the United Nations Association (UNA) at UCLA. Mansha is also a dancer on UCLA ROOTD, a member of the Undergraduate Economics Society (UES), and a community representative for Sunset Village West in the Resident Government Council. Outside of academics and leadership, she enjoys dancing, reading romance novels, spending time with friends, and visiting her family in India.
Tutoring Team
Noah Wong
he/him · Sophomore
Business Economics, Accounting minor, Public Affairs minor
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Noah Wong is a sophomore majoring in Business Economics with minors in Accounting and Public Affairs. Originally from Illinois, he is passionate about the intersection of economics, business and public policy. Noah hopes to leverage these interests to pursue a career in management consulting. On campus, he is involved in 180 Degrees Consulting, Volunteer Income Tax Assistants, and Bruin Well. Outside of the classroom Noah spends his free time cooking new recipes, spending time with friends, attending yoga classes, and exploring the LA food scene.
Tutoring Team
Prarepim Adunpadungsak
she/her · Junior
Business Economics, Global Health minor
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Prarepim Adunpadungsak is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Economics with a minor in Global Health. Driven by a passion for data-driven research and its potential to address societal issues, she currently works as a research assistant at the Rational Altruism Lab. Beyond academics, Prarepim is actively involved on campus as the Marketing Director for Bear Consulting, as an International Student Ambassador, and as a Marketing Coordinator for LA Hacks. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, archery, and cafe-hopping. She will be pursuing a master’s degree next year and hopes to work in consulting full-time afterward.
Events Team
Ronojoy Borpuzari
he/him · Sophomore
Economics, Applied Mathematics
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Ronojoy is focused on macroeconomic policy and implementation. As the Director of Competitive Events and a lead researcher at the Bruin Reserve Bank (BRB), he leads analytical initiatives that strengthen student engagement with real-world economic issues and policy-oriented research. His interests span central bank digital currencies, international monetary architecture, and targeted development reforms. Ronojoy aims to build a career as an applied economist working at the intersection of quantitative analysis and public policy, with a long-term commitment to advancing India’s economic development and institutional reform. Outside academics, he is an avid long-distance runner, gym enthusiast, and a member of UCLA’s cricket team.
Events Team
Valery Garcia
she/her · Sophomore
Economics, Accounting minor
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Valery Garcia is a second-year student from Victorville, California pursuing a major in Business Economics and a minor in Accounting. She is interested in a career in public accounting, with a particular passion for tax, and is actively building her foundation in the field through her involvement in Beta Alpha Psi and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Outside of academics, Valery enjoys hiking, watching new movie releases, and spending time with her family. She also participates in UCLA’s Grupo Folklórico, which allows her to stay connected to her culture while navigating her academic journey.
Events Team
Madelyne Goforth
she/her · Sophomore
Economics, Cognitive Science
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Madelyne Goforth is a second-year undergraduate student double majoring in Economics and Cognitive science. She is particularly interested in tech, energy, and antitrust policy. After graduating, she plans to commission as an Army officer, with long-term goals of persuing a graduate degree in Economics and working in public policy. Outside of academics, she enjoys running, reading, hiking, and experimenting with new recipes.
Get Involved
What do you get out of the program?
As an Economics Student Ambassador, you will:
Develop skills in leadership, communication, teamwork, and other transferable skills
Work closely with faculty and advisors
Receive special invitations to department events and opportunities that are not accessible to other students
Receive a letter of recommendation from the Dept. Vice Chair
Be highlighted as an ambassador on department platforms
Lasting bonds with your peers
Applications
Interested in serving as an Ambassador?
Applications for the 2026–2027 Economics Student Ambassador cohort are now open.
Eligibility Requirements
- Economics, Business Economics, or Mathematics/Economics major or pre-major
- Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
- Good standing in the major or pre-major
- Enrolled for the full 2026–2027 academic year (Fall, Winter, and Spring)
- Excited about connecting with peers and building community in the department
Application Deadline
Please complete the application to apply to be a Student Ambassador. Applications are due Monday, June 22 at 11:59 PM.
If your application is selected, you will be invited to an interview in mid-July. Interviews may be conducted either in person or via Zoom.
Thank you for your interest. We look forward to receiving your application.
