Student Ambassadors
Meet our Admission Experience Champions (AECs)!
The University of Cincinnati Donald P. Klekamp College of Law AECs are current student volunteers available to provide guided tours, meet with prospective students, share insights about their experiences, and answer any student based questions you may have along the way. Each AEC is actively involved in the UC Klekamp Law community and can provide a unique perspective into the academic and student experience. Get to know more about each of our AECs below, and feel free to reach out anytime.
Robby Belt, 3L - He, Him, His
Email: beltge@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Evansville, IN
Undergrad: Shawnee State University
Field of Interest: Intellectual Property, Real Estate
Student Organizations & Outside: Student Bar Association (President), Intellectual Property and Computer Law Journal Publication (Editor), Bearcat Bands Wind Ensemble, G.E.N.E.S.I.S. Ambassador, Inn of Court, UCincyIP, Student Leadership Council.
Why UC Klekamp Law? I chose UC Law because of the overwhelming sense of community among professors, faculty, and students. Admitted student day was such an amazing experience and drew me to decide on UC Law. Without that sense of community throughout my two years at UC Law this far, I do not think it would have been as enjoyable and meaningful of an experience.
Fun Fact: I have perfect pitch and play the saxophone.
Gabrielle Long, 3L - She, Her, Hers
Email: longg9@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Kokomo, IN
Undergrad: Holy Cross College at Notre Dame
Field of Interest: Criminal law, Public Interest.
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Student Bar Association (3L Rep), Criminal Law Society (Former VP), Ohio Innocence Policy Fellow.
Why UC Klekamp Law? Costs and God guided me to which school. When I got here I knew I chose the right law school, as it was very easy to make friends and mental health is very important here at UC.
Fun Fact: I have lost 60lbs since Feburary of 2025, and now am training to run 5ks.
Jake Lynn, 3L - He, Him, His
Email: lynnj2@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Otway, OH
Undergrad: Shawnee State University
Field of Interest: Labor and Employment Law, Public Interest Law, Civil Rights Litigation.
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Nathaniel R. Jones Center for Race, Gender, and Social Justice, Student Bar Association, Student Legal Education Committee, Out & Allies, Public Interest Law Society,Teaching Assistant; G.E.N.E.S.I.S. Ambassador.
Why UC Klekamp Law? I chose UC Law because of the Nathaniel R. Jones Center for Race, Gender, and Social Justice Fellowship. As a Social Justice Fellow, I have utilized the Jones Center’s resources to participate in unique research opportunities affiliated with the United Nations and the American Civil Liberties Union. Additionally, the Jones Center has allowed me to channel my areas of interest into educational programming to benefit the UC community. These wonderful opportunities are some of the many reasons why I chose UC Law!
Fun Fact: I come from a small village of only 90 people. This surprises many people because I am a bit of a social butterfly!
Armani Macqueen, 3L - She, Her, Hers
Email: macqueai@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Undergrad/Major: Alabama State University
Field of Interest: Business, Acquisitions and Securities.
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Intellectual Property and Computer Law Journal, Black Law Students Association.
Why UC Klekamp Law? I chose UC Law because it allowed me to return home to Cincinnati while pursuing my legal education. As a first-generation law student, I was drawn to the school's supportive community, strong professional network, and commitment to developing attorneys who make a meaningful impact in their communities. UC Law has given me the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally while staying connected to the city that raised me.
Fun Fact: I love to bake.
Cameron McDonald, 3L - He, Him, His
Email: mcdoncn@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Defiance, OH
Undergrad: Roanoke College
Field of Interest: International Law
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Immigration and Human Rights Law Review (Edito-in-Chief), Student Legal Education Committee, intramural sports.
Why UC Klekamp Law? I chose UC Law because of its location in Cincinnati and its price relative to other law schools. However, I have also found community and an amazing academic curriculum here.
Fun Fact: I have traveled to over 20 countries!
De'Onna Nixson, 3L - She, Her, Hers
Email: nixsondl@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Undergrad: Howard University
Field of Interest: Entertainment Law, Business Law.
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Immigration and Human Rights Law Review, Black Law Students Association, Sports and Entertainment Law Society.
Why UC Klekamp Law? I chose the UC Law because it offered an affordable legal education, a strong sense of community, and faculty who are genuinely invested in their students’ success. Being in Cincinnati also allowed me to stay close to my family while building connections in a city where I hope to continue growing professionally..
Fun Fact: I love to paint.
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Julia Parrey, 2L - She, Her, Hers
Email: parreyja@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Hershey, PA
Undergrad: University of Cincinnati
Field of Interest: Health Law, Public Interest
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Student Legal Education Committee; Student Bar Association; If/When/How; Women in Law; Out and Allies; Healthcare and Public Health Law Society
Why Cincinnati Law? The academic programs, location, and financial accessibility were the perfect combination of factors that made Cincinnati right for me. I came to UC for Undergrad and loved it, and had the opportunity to take some classes through the law school which helped me decide I was interested in law even though that was not my original plan. I took advantage of the Double Bearcat program, and the rest is history!
Fun Fact: I absolutely love live music and concerts, and will camp out for my favorite artis
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Drew Ransom, 2L - He, Him, His
Email: ransomde@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Akron, OH
Undergrad: Hillsdale College
Field of Interest: Corporate/Business Law; Real Estate Law
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: ACS, BLSA, Youth Court
Why Cincinnati Law? There is no other law school community that is as accepting and open to civil discourse as Cincy Law - that's truly promising in such an uncertain legal future.
Fun Fact: I have a twin!
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Olivia Riggs, 2L - She, Her, Hers
Email: riggsom@ucmail.uc.edu
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Undergrad: University of Cincinnati
Field of Interest: Civil Rights Litigation, Public Interest, Corporate
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Women in Law, Juvenile and Family Law, SBA, Black Law Student Association
Why Cincinnati Law? I chose to attend UC Law because of the professional, emotional, and leadership development opportunities that the school offers. The professors want you to succeed, the camaraderie among students is genuine, and the professional opportunities offered by the school are robust. You can truly find your place here and feel connected to your passion for becoming a lawyer.
Fun Fact: I did a Ted Talk!
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Trey Rutledge, 2L - He, Him, His
Email: rutledty@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH/Lexington, TX
Undergrad: Texas A&M
Field of Interest: Litigation
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: Student Bar Association, Law Review
Why Cincinnati Law? Cincinnati drew me in because I wanted to be able to raise my kids in a family friendly city that was near family. I also have a strong interest in public interest work and Cincinnati is very well known for being affordable and producing great public servants.
Fun Fact: I am a Reds half season ticket holder and have been to 28 (soon to be 30) different MLB ballparks
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Julian Wagner, 2L - He, Him, His
Email: wagne2ju@mail.uc.edu
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Undergrad: Miami University
Field of Interest: Civil Litigation
Student Organizations & Outside Involvement: BLSA, Student Bar Association
Why Cincinnati Law? I chose Cincinnati Law for its strong commitment to justice, hands-on learning, and close-knit community. The faculty here are unmatched in their dedication to making your law school journey feel welcoming, rigorous and rewarding.
Fun Fact: I ran D1 track and field