ZSR Ambassadors is a one-year student leadership opportunity that allows a group of students to make a lasting impact on campus. What do ZSR Ambassadors do?

2025-2026 Ambassadors

We asked our Ambassadors, “what should new students know about ZSR?”

• Lexine Appiah

  

  Hi! My name is Lexine Appiah, and I am a junior here at Wake. I am from Colorado Springs, Colorado. I like to read, play video games, and hang out with friends whenever I get the chance to. One thing new students should know about the ZSR is to take advantage of studying in the Atrium on the 6th floor. It offers great quiet spots for studying, especially when you have a lot of homework to get done.

• Katherine Claybrook

  

  Hi! My name is Katherine Claybrook and I’m a junior from Advance, NC. I’m a religious studies major, with a double minor in Arabic and Middle Eastern and South Asian Studies. Along with being a ZSR Ambassador, I’m both the treasurer and New Member Educator for Delta Xi Phi, Wake’s multicultural sorority! In my freetime, I really enjoy cooking. One thing that new students should know about the ZSR is the wide variety of resources you can utilize, both in-person and online! I really love the access ZSR gives to publications like the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal!

• Nina Clayton

  

  Hi! My name is Nina Clayton and I am a junior from Raleigh, North Carolina. At Wake, I am double-majoring in English and Spanish, work as a Resident Advisor, and am heavily involved in our theatre department! In my free time, I read, write, and crochet. I think new students should know that, even though the library can seem big and scary, every staff member is super nice and genuinely wants to help you! Whether you need to find a book, learn how to find resources, or are looking for a study spot, they are always there to help out!

• Samantha Heyison

  

  Hello my name is Samantha Heyison, I am a sophomore from Adamstown, MD. I am a student-athlete on the track and field team, specifically a discus and shot put thrower. I plan to major in Communications and minor in Sociology (if I don’t add it as a double major). I spent the later part of my summer in Paris competing in the 2024 Paralympic Games! When I am not training and competing, you’ll find me spending quality time with family and friends, baking sweet treats, singing, and crafting. I would like new students to know they shouldn’t be intimidated by the size of the library! ZSR is full of students and staff who are willing to answer your questions. I remember when I was first learning my way around the library, I had no problem asking for directions as the ZSR environment is warm and friendly!

• Anne Jones

  

  Hey! My name is Anne Jones and I am a senior from Hendersonville, North Carolina. I’m an English major, with a triple minor in Biology, Cultural Heritage Preservation Studies, and Art History. When I’m not in class or working in ZSR for Special Collections and Archives, I love to hike, craft, and bake sweet treats. Something all new students should know about ZSR is that if you look up a book on the library website you can scan a QR code that shows you a map of the book location on your phone.

• Jenna Jordan

  

  Hi! I’m Jenna and I’m a senior from Clemmons, NC. ZSR is one of my favorite places on campus and I’m so excited to be able to promote, make change, and organize events to benefit students, staff, and the greater community. I’m involved in the Wake Marching Band and Greek life, as well as student working in ZSR. Can’t wait for this coming semester, and as always, go Deacs! What should new students know about ZSR? There is a place for everyone! Don’t be afraid to explore the library and find a place that works for you. There are quiet, secluded spaces, as well as more open spaces to do group work. And never be afraid to ask questions. The student workers and staff are always so helpful and nice.

• Chris Langley

  

  Community Engagement Chair 2024-2025

  Hello! My name is Chris and I’m a Junior majoring in the BMB major and minoring in Japanese Language and Culture. In addition to being a library ambassador, I’m the wellbeing chair of APO, I’m on the Campus Kitchen leadership team, and I spend a lot of time doing service with WFU Americorps public health! What I have to tell you about the library is that there’s so much more to the library than what you see at first glance (like… so much more). So much to explore, so many books to read, so many places to study; I recommend taking the time to explore and find your perfect studying spot (mine is on the first floor… and yes it is accessible).

• Makena Moore

  

  Hi! I’m Makena Moore and I’m sophomore local to Winston-Salem. I’m an intended Communication and English double major, and I’m super excited to be joining the ZSR Ambassadors this year! I’m involved in a handful of other things on campus, including the WakerSpace, Student Advising, Ambassadors of Admissions, and APO. I love to read, craft and do anything cozy with friends. Beyond all the resources and services that ZSR offers (which are awesome and you should definitely take advantage of), I think all new students should take the time to actually explore the library. I love the wide variety of study and collaboration spaces available, and the fact that there is an easily-accessible data platform to check out how busy a space is at any given time- this makes it easy to find what you’re looking for during busy periods.

• Neriah Olivier

  

  Secretary 2024-2025

  My name is Neriah Olivier, and I am a senior from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. I am planning to major in English and Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies, with a potential minor in Anthropology. In my free time, I like to read, listen to music, and take care of my assortment of house plants. One thing new students should know about ZSR is that there are so many people available, from research librarians to the tutors in the writing center, who will be able to help you find any information you might need, and all you have to do is ask!

• Allison Richards

  

  Hi! My name is Allison Richards, and I’m a junior from Seattle, WA. I intend to double major in Communication and Politics and International Affairs. Outside of being a ZSR Ambassador, I am a student advisor, a member of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority and the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity. In my free time I love to read, walk to Reynolda, hike with my friends and walk around campus. I think new students should know that you will continue learning new things about ZSR, even when you think you know everything it has to offer. Whether it’s finding a new study spot, discovering a new resource, or going to a new event there, ZSR has so much to offer!

• Margaret Roby

  

  Hi! My name is Margaret Roby and I am a junior from Montgomery, Alabama with intentions to study Communications/Politics and International Affairs. I am so excited for this year! What should new students know about ZSR? There is a place for everyone in ZSR! Whether you’re looking for a super quiet area to focus in on your finals and that last-minute research paper (been there!), or you want to go study with a group of friends and grab a coffee, ZSR offers fun and comfortable areas to be as successful as possible during one’s time as a student at Wake Forest.

• Alli Swyt

  

  Vice President 2024-2025

  Hey! My name is Alli Swyt, and I am a senior from Rock Hill, South Carolina. I am majoring in Physics with minors in math and possibly music. I love playing the viola, in addition to a few other instruments, and I will be playing in a chamber music group this semester. Some of my other hobbies include crocheting and reading books. One thing I wish new students to know about ZSR is that it carries many books in a variety of different languages. So, if you want extra practice for your next language exam, or to keep up with a language that you don’t want to forget, it’s easy to find a book in that language at ZSR.

• Callie Thompson

  

  Hi! My name is Callie Thompson and I am a junior from Ridgefield, Connecticut. I intend on majoring in Business and Enterprise Management and minoring in Entrepreneurship. In addition to being a ZSR ambassador, I am a proud member of the Kappa Beta Gamma sorority. New students should know that ZSR is more than just a place for studying and completing assignments. I love exploring new areas of ZSR and making my work more enjoyable by doing it with friends. No new student should be nervous about navigating their way around ZSR because everyone is very inviting!