Ask a Navigator
The Office of International Affairs Navigator program represents a mixed group of international and domestic students who act as student ambassadors and mentors for our office. These student leaders help lead and plan our international student orientation, cultural programs, day and weekend trips, round table discussions, and various events through the Fall and Spring semester. Additionally, the Navigators act as resources for our students, available to answer any questions they may have about campus events, resources, and other student services offered.
Have a Question? Ask a Navigator
Name: Denise O'Donnell
Hometown: Paisley, Scotland
Classification: Senior
Major: Accounting
What is your favorite thing about UNA: The diverse friend base that I have accumulated over the three years I've attended UNA.
Favorite/Personal Quote: "There are two significant numbers in life the one at the start and the one at the end, but it's the dash in between which holds the greatest significance - it's what you've done to determine who you are."
Contact Email: dodonnell@una.edu
Name: Yoshihiro Sato
Hometown: Yokohama, Japan
Classification: Senior
Major: Marketing
What is your favorite thing about UNA: Getting involved with student organizations.
Favorite/Personal Quote: "Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes; but no plans." -Peter F. Drucker
Contact Email: ysato1@una.edu
Name: Kehinde Ogebule
Hometown: Lagos, Nigeria
Classification: Sophomore
Major: Nursing
What is your favorite thing about UNA: The friendly environment which helps students have a feeling that is just like home.
Favorite/Personal Quote: "Happiness is not a state to arrive at, but a manner of traveling."
Contact Email: ktogebule@una.edu
Name: Chao Quan
Hometown: Guilin, China
Classification: Graduate Student
Major: MBA, International Business
Favorite thing about UNA: The clean and beautiful campus environment.
Personal Quote: It is not your aptitude but your attitude that determines your altitude!
Contact Email:cquan@una.edu
DOMESTIC NAVIGATORS:
Name: Mack Cornwell
Hometown: Montgomery, Alabama
Classification: Sophomore
Major: Public Relations
What is your favorite thing about UNA: All the different ways to get involved.
Favorite/Personal Quote: "Be the change." - Ghandi
Contact Email: mack.cornwell@gmail.com
Name: Rachel Bond
Hometown: Madison, Alabama
Classification: Senior
Major/Minor: Social Work, Spanish
What is your favorite thing about UNA: My favorite thing about UNA is the community and family that we experience here. There are so many wonderful people who are involved on campus and the teachers are so personable.
Favorite/Personal Quote: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength... Love your neighbor as yourself." - Mark 19: 30-31
Contact Email: rdbond@una.edu
Name: Robby Thompson
Hometown: Athens, AL
Classification: Sophomore
Major: Business Geography
What is your favorite thing about UNA: The smaller campus lends itself to excellent opportunities for relationships with faculty and staff as well fellow students.
Favorite/Personal Quote: "If we are strong, our strength will speak for itself. If we are weak, words will be of no help." - John F. Kennedy
Contact Email: rthompson1@una.edu
Name: Erin Walton
Hometown: Hoover, Alabama
Classification: Junior
Major: Elementary Education
What is your favorite thing about UNA: I love how easy it is to become involved. There is a club for almost every interest, and members are welcoming.
Favorite/Personal Quote: "All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them." - Walt Disney
Contact Email: kwalton@una.edu
