Meet Your Student Ambassadors

Justina DeVito

Lead Ambassador, Associate of Science

The decision to attend CFCC was a no-brainer for me; it was affordable, close to home, and I knew I would be getting a quality university-level education from instructors who actually care. I didn’t want to waste thousands of dollars at a university; I only knew I wanted to make an impact on my community and be the leader I knew I could be, and I knew Cape Fear was the perfect environment for that. Go sea devils!
Fun Facts
1. Pink is my happy color
2. My older sister is a Cape Fear alumna.
3. I plan to transfer to UNC Chapel Hill with the C-Step program in the Fall, go heels!
4. Cars is my favorite movie
5. I’ve had the privilege of serving as a Student Ambassador throughout my entire time at Cape Fear.
 

Ivan Ramirez

Lead Ambassador, Associate in Arts

I chose to atted CFCC because it would provide me with the foundation I needed to accomplish my goals,CFCC is close to home and affordable.

Fun Facts
1. I plan to major in Finance with the ultimate goal of working in Investment Banking.
2. I love reading financial news and books
3. President of Student Government Association ,2025
4. I love 1980’s music
5. I went on a solo trip to New York City
 

Ashton Browning

Associate in Science (CCP pathway)

I decided to attend CFCC to further my high school education and have the opportunity to have classmates from all different stages of life and backgrounds. It was very exciting for me to finish my high school diploma while also gaining my associate’s degree at an institution that is able to give one-on-one instruction.

Fun Facts
1. I am a twin.
2. I have 6 rescue animals.
3. I met and interviewed Grammy winner Melissa Etheridge last semester.
4. I got to see Lea Michele, Josh Groban, and Alex Newell on Broadway, all from one of my favorite TV shows Glee. I also got to see Gaten Mattarazzo, an actor from another one of my favorite TV shows Stranger Things.
 

Alexandria Browning

Associates in Science (CCP Pathway)

I chose to attend CFCC to further my high school education and have access to new academic opportunities. I am also a student of the North Carolina School of Science and Math, and I enjoy challenging myself and expanding my interests at CFCC.

Fun Facts
1. I play piano and viola at the advanced level.
2. I know ASL, and hope to get my interpreter certification in the future.
3. I am a baker, an artist, and an enjoy doing amateur home repairs.
4. I plan to pursue a medical degree.
5. My favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11.
 

Marcus Miller

Associates in Science

I felt like I have the potential to be more than what I was beginning to settle for.

Fun Facts
1. I play for Cape Fear Rugby club.
2. I like to work on cars from time to time.
3. I’m from Wilmington, NC.
4. I have a sister who was born the same day as me 10 years earlier.
 

Lydia Penaluna

Associate in Arts

I recently relocated to North Carolina and decided it would be a good idea to settle into the area by attending community college before transferring to a four-year university.

Fun Facts
1. I was born and raised in New York.
2. My plan is to transfer to Chapel Hill in 2026, and I intend to major in Media and Journalism.
3. I never leave home without my kindle and/or the book I am currently reading.
4. Iced chai tea lattes with vanilla cold foam are my go-to drink.
5. Golden Retrievers are my favorite dogs, but I have a Labrador named Nico that I love just as much.
 

Stefanie Perez-Sintuj

Secretary, SGA, Associate in Science

I came to CFCC to make an impact and develop leadership skills. Besides pursuing a higher education, I wanted to be sure I had a passion for my future career. It’s also affordable!

Fun Facts
1. I plan to major in Neuroscience at a four-year university and attend medical school
2. I play piano, sing, and dance
3. Vice President/Secretary of SGA 2024-2025
4. I love fashion
5. I love the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy
 

Crystal Rodriguez Garcia

Nursing (ADN)

I decided to attend CFCC because they have the #1 ranked ADN program in the state.

Fun Facts
1. I was born in Oaxaca, Mexico.
2. My favorite color is pink.
3. I speak fluent Spanish.
 

Kelli Roberson

Communications

After 3 years of being a cosmetologist, I felt I had a more significant purpose in life. I knew CFCC would provide an opportunity for me to move far away from where I grew up, rediscover myself, and figure out what I am meant to do in life, without putting me in debt.

Fun Facts
1. I’m from Maryland.
2. I was sent to a wilderness program my senior year of high school.
3. I like to go on random/unplanned adventures.
4. I have hyperactive energy pretty much 24/7.
5. If I were stranded on an island, I could probably build a fire.
 

Trong Van Ho

Associates in Science

As a US newcomer, I found CFCC an ideal environment to start pursuing my higher education. Also, being close to the beach is another good reason why I chose to come here.

Fun Facts
1. I was born and grew up in Vietnam.
2. I love playing piano and guitar.
3. I am a math lover – can study math all day without being bored.
4. I am the Vice President of Membership and Fellowship for PTK 2024-2025.
5. I have been dog-sitting a lab retriever named Luna since my first semester at CFCC.
 

Cynthia Vasquez

Architectural Technology

Close to home and inexpensive.

Fun Facts
1. I am from Wilmington, NC.
2. I am part of the Nixon Leaders center.
3. I like watching reality TV.
4. I enjoy painting.
5. I enjoy solving sliding puzzles