2024-25 Student Ambassadors

Amber Whyley

Professional Certificate in Multimedia Arts

Hailing from the beautiful island of Nassau, Bahamas, Amber brings her vibrant energy and creativity to both her professional and academic endeavors. Currently, she works as a Marketing Coordinator for Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate in the Bahamas, where she combines her love for design and strategy to elevate the brand throughout the community.

This isn’t Amber’s first experience with Sessions College—she previously earned her Undergraduate Certificate in Advertising Design and is now back, diving into Digital Media with a focus on Photography. Her goal? To sharpen her design skills even further, enhancing both her work and freelance projects under her brand, Digital Marketing Consultants.

Amber’s vision goes beyond her current role. She’s gearing up to launch a multimedia branch of her brand, helping businesses connect with their audiences through creative content solutions. We’re so excited to have Amber on board, and we can’t wait to see how she continues to inspire others through her journey!

Carl Plesner

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration

Carl currently resides in Central Florida, but loves to get away and spend some time at his cabin in the North Georgia mountains. Carl came to the art field in an unusual way; he recently retired after spending over three decades as a Certified Public Accountant. Upon retirement he asked himself, “What else is there I can learn?” and that brought him to Sessions College, where he completed a Professional Certificate in Digital Arts with a Graphic Design concentration.

Loving the program and learning, he decided to continue his education with Sessions by beginning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration. Carl’s ultimate goal is to be able to make expressive art which others will appreciate. Beyond art and education, Carl loves to spend time with his wife and three dogs, and has a real interest in the investing and finance fields. Carl also loves to read self-improvement and personal growth books.

Dominique Seaman

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

Currently residing in the Seattle area, Dominique is a wife and a full-time student pursuing her Bachelor’s in Graphic Design at Sessions College. Before attending Sessions, she gained hands-on industry experience as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator, collaborating with local non-profit organizations to create successful fundraising campaigns and marketing design solutions.

“Illustration and Design has always been a part of me, ever since I could pick up a pencil,” Dominique says. “Ever since I could pick up a pencil. I was born with a rare form of Dwarfism, and in the beginning, I was not given a good prognosis by medical professionals. Despite having over 20+ surgeries, including double hip replacements and neck fusion/decompression surgery, I never lost my passion for the arts. In many cases, the desire to create got me through those tough times.”

After years of medical complications, Dominique finally had the opportunity to pursue her dream of pursuing a college-level degree. After graduation, she hopes to bring her skills to the family entertainment industry creating children’s content and/or working with organizations that focus on enriching the disability community. “When I finish, this degree will be more than just a piece of paper to me. It will represent that despite my circumstances and my past, I can still achieve the dream of turning my passion into a career. This wouldn’t have been possible without Sessions College, which helped me ease into college life and gave me the confidence I need to jumpstart my career in Graphic Design!”

Emma Price

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Photography

I’m Emma Katherine Price, and I’m a photographer, videographer, and designer based in NJ. I’m currently pursuing my BFA in Digital Photography here at Sessions. My fascination with photography began at a young age and has always been very influenced by my love of the outdoors and wildlife. As time has gone on, I’ve been broadening my horizons to other genres of photography (aside from just wildlife), and I’ve become very interested in videography and design as well. I’ve had the opportunity to help out with a variety of photography projects, including working alongside a 5-star wedding photographer, and I’ve done various work for NJDEP and NJ Audubon. I also work as a guide on pelagic trips (boat trips that go 50-100 miles offshore to look for birds, whales, dolphins, and other sea life) out of NJ, NY, MD, and DE. When I’m not busy with college work, you can find me working on my own photography and videography projects, on a road trip, fishing, or looking for wildlife—especially birds. I’m excited to start my own business and put my degree to work.

Shechem Sipenuk

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration

Shechem is currently pursuing a passion for art through an Illustration degree program. The journey into art wasn’t straightforward. Shechem spent over eight years as an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) in Colorado before relocating to Florida. Originally, she planned to continue her education in the dental field and become a hygienist, specializing in one area of expertise.

However, the pandemic and the move changed everything. While exploring employment options, Shechem returned to her favorite hobby—drawing and painting. She began taking free online tutorials almost daily, eager to learn and polish her skills. Soon, she discovered digital drawing and was instantly hooked. After a few months of self-teaching, Shechem realized that art had always been her true passion, and she decided to take a leap of faith. She applied to Sessions College, and when accepted, it felt surreal to be finally pursuing what she loved.

Now, Shechem is excited to be involved with Sessions College in a role that allows her to further engage with the art community. She is fully committed to turning her passion into a career, continually growing as an artist and learning new techniques.

Sophia Brink

Associate of Occupational Studies in Illustration

Sophia Brink is an artist, writer, and student who makes her home in Northern California. As a writer, she has explored various forms of the written word. After the birth of her son, Sophia rediscovered the enchanting world of children’s books, experiencing the magic that happens when words and pictures are in perfect harmony. Inspired to write and illustrate her own stories for children, Sophia enrolled in Sessions, where she is currently working towards her AOS degree in Illustration. She believes that working through the program will help her hone the artistic skills necessary to achieve her goals.