Student Ambassadors
Noah Andres
Hometown: Sylvania, Ohio.
Major: Criminal Justice (Honors)
Minors: Law, Justice & Public Policy, Peace & Justice Studies, LGBTQ+ & Sexuality Studies, Cyber Investigations (concentration)
Noah is a sophomore at Michigan State University studying Criminal Justice. Noah is an Assistant Librarian at the William C. Gast Business Library and an undergraduate researcher with the School of Criminal Justice. Alongside Dr. Steve Chermak, Noah received PURI funding for his research identifying school shooting prevention methods for first responders. Noah presented his findings at the 2025 MSU University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum (UURAF).
Outside of academics, Noah serves on the College of Social Sciences Dean's Advisory Council, the Honors College Dean's Advisory Board, is a member of the Criminal Psychology Club, and a member of the Honors Students Actively Recruiting (HSTAR). Noah is also in the process of developing a club for LGBTQIA+ students interested in Criminal Justice.
After college, Noah plans to pursue a career in Federal Law Enforcement, with a focus on working in Intelligence Analysis or Emergency Management.
Advice: A lot of people outside the Criminal Justice system have this idea or mold of what students & professionals working within the system should be like. The best advice MSU’s CJ program has given me is that our differences are valuable assets, not liabilities. Don’t let others discourage you or dull you down, because the only real requirement for success in the School of Criminal Justice is a dedication to helping others. Stay true to yourself & your values, & you’ll accomplish anything you put your mind to!
Samantha Draper
Hometown: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Majors: Criminal Justice & Psychology
Samantha Draper is the standing President of MSU’s American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA) where she strives to assist fellow students strengthen their professionalism and break down stigmatization within the field of Criminal Justice.
Samantha has participated in the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program where she experienced an educational environment alongside the incarcerated individuals within Carson City Correctional Facility. After graduation, Samantha hopes to work for the Michigan State Police, as she holds an interest in investigation and advocacy.
Advice: Get involved in any way you can. MSU has a wonderful selection of social science extracurriculuars and it is never too early to begin growing your resume!
Ted Ginsburg
Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts
Major: Criminal Justice
Minors: Security Management and Law, Justice & Public Policy
Ted Ginsburg came to Michigan State University as a Criminal Justice Major in 2023. Currently, he is a Police Cadet at Michigan State University Department of Police and Public Safety, and is in the Army National Guard.
Ted has worked as a Business Development Manager and Risk Analysis Intern for Circadian Risk and volunteered with the MSU Center for Cybercrime Investigation & Training. Ted is co-founder and President of the Criminal Investigations Club and a member of Alpha Phi Sigma.
After graduation, Ted is pursuing a law enforcement career with hopes to work in an investigative role.
Advice: My biggest piece of advice for students looking to go into the Criminal Justice field is to explore everything. Attend every event, career fair, guest speaker, club meeting, etc. Most clubs, including the Criminal Investigations Club, will encourage anyone to show up to events with a guest speaker, regardless of whether you are in the club or not. When you go to these events, just be a sponge, take in all the information you can, meet as many people as you can, and expand your network. Another thing I would highly recommend doing is getting a job, if possible, in the CJ field, but any job is still good experience to have. Please reach out to me if you have any questions!
Sydni King
Hometown: Connecticut
Major: Criminal Justice
Minor: Law, Justice & Public Policy
Sydni King chose to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice at MSU due to her passion for justice reform and public policy. Sydni has interned with a U.S. Congressman, worked in the Michigan State Legislature, and currently serves as the Community Service Chair for the Black Undergraduate Law Association.
Sydni plans to attend law school after graduation and work in public interest or policy advocacy.
Advice: Take advantage of internships, get involved, and don’t be afraid to ask for help – there’s a strong support system if you seek it out.
Maggie Miletic
Hometown: Rochester, Michigan
Majors: Criminal Justice & Psychology
Minor: Human Behavior & Social Service
Maggie chose to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice because of her interest in investigations and understanding decision-making behind criminal behavior and chose MSU because of the environment and how connected the community felt.
Maggie is the President of the Cold Case Unit, and a member of the American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA), Alpha Phi Sigma. Maggie has held internships with the Lansing Police Department’s Cold Case Homicide Unit and the Michigan Department of the Attorney General’s Healthcare Fraud Division.
After graduation, Maggie plans to pursue a career as a detective.
Advice: I have loved my time at MSU, beyond just academics, I have met some of my favorite people and figured out a lot about my future here! Go green!
Faustina Zielonka
Hometown: Macomb, Michigan
Majors: Criminal Justice & Humanities-Prelaw
Minors: Law Justice & Public Policy, Security Management, Global Studies in the Arts & Humanities
Faustina Zielonka chose to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice due to her interest in the justice system and a desire to make a real impact.
Faustina has interned with the Michigan State Police / Lansing Police Cold Case Unit and the Conviction Integrity Unit at the Michigan Department of Attorney General. She also has undergraduate research experience that focuses on the challenges of reentry for felony probationers, which received a PURI (Provost’s Undergraduate Research Initiative) award.
Faustina is on the Executive Board for the Polish Student Association (POLSA), served on Sigma Kappa's risk management team, a member of Alpha Phi Sigma, and a member of Empowering Women in Law.
After graduation, Faustina plans to attend law school and pursue a career as a prosecutor.
Advice: The CJ program at MSU has opened the door for me to many incredible opportunities, from research to internships, and has helped me connect with others who share similar goals and interests. My advice for current and future students in CJ is to not be afraid to get involved and take advantage of all the resources MSU has to offer. Whether it's joining student organizations, engaging in research, or applying for internships, there are so many resources here to support you.