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On Thursday, May 1, UNC Charlotte Business Services hosted its first-ever Niner Aux Guide Banquet, a special evening dedicated to honoring the outstanding contributions of student ambassadors in the Niner Aux Guide program<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event culminated a year of remarkable growth and engagement for the program. Designed to foster student leadership and connection in dining, parking, mail services and more, the Niner Aux Guide program has seen record participation and new milestones throughout the 2024\u20132025 academic year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Congratulations to the 2025 award recipients:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Niner
S.L. Ivey receives Golden Guide Award trophy and certificate from Niner Aux Guide co-lead Natalia Harris.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Golden Guide Award \u2013 S.L. Ivey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This award is presented to an outstanding student ambassador who excels in all aspects of the program, particularly shining on camera and demonstrating unwavering dedication. This award was presented virtually by Jordan Badenhop \u201923, former first Niner Aux Guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Shailesh
Shailesh Kumar receives The Legacy Award.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Legacy Award \u2013 Shailesh Kumar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The award recognizes a graduate student who has been actively involved in the program and made a meaningful impact.
Nominee: S.L. Ivey<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Leilanie
The eponymous Doug Lape presents Dougie Award to Leilanie Torres Curet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Dougie Award \u2013 Leilanie Torres Curet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is given to a highly reliable and engaged student ambassador who consistently attends events, participates in various opportunities and represents the program with excellence. This award was presented by Doug Lape, Associate Vice Chancellor of Business Services.
Nominees: Aaron Kempster, Divya Ganesh<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Sowmya
Sowmya Ravuri receives the Rookie of the Year Award.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Rookie of the Year \u2013 Sowmya Ravuri<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The award honors a first-year student for exceptional participation, enthusiasm, and positivity. Nominees: Ezrie Lopez, Kanika Kumar, Sarmitha Rajesh Kumar, Yeshritha Gelle.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Dameris
Dameris Paz Mendoza and Sharleen Adhiambo receive the Aux Guide Alumni Club Award.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Aux Guide Alumni Club \u2013 Ashley Staten, Dameris Paz Mendoza, Deborah Effon, Sharleen Adhiambo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This celebrates student ambassadors who have been with the program for at least two years and have demonstrated exceptional dedication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Niner
Sarmitha Rajesh Kumar, Sowmya Ravuri and Yeshritha Gelle receive 3 Musketeers chocolate bars for the 3 Musketeers Award.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

3 Musketeers Award \u2013 Sarmitha Rajesh Kumar, Sowmya Ravuri, Yeshritha Gelle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This award honors three friends who are active student ambassadors and participate in activities together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The evening provided a chance to reflect on the program\u2019s progress and recognize the individuals who helped shape its success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Business Services Marketing Team also extends its sincere gratitude to all who contributed to this event, with special thanks to the Barnes & Noble Charlotte team for generously hosting the banquet in their space.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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