Madison Fama develops confidence as a leader through her role as an ambassador
By: Jean Anderson
Madison Fama, a passionate UAH College of Business Ambassador, has developed a deep appreciation for her UAH community, thriving through adversity while fostering connections and growing as both a student and a future professional.
Fama shares that her time as an ambassador for the College of Business has significantly shaped her college experience. She says that her position as an ambassador has given her confidence.
“I’ve become more outspoken because I was really shy when I first came to UAH.”
She describes being an ambassador as a catalyst for building connections and understanding the inner workings of the college. She works closely with prospective students, sharing her love for her program of study and helping them see all the opportunities the college offers. One of her favorite parts of the role is engaging with high school students during competitions designed to introduce them to business topics.
As an ambassador, Fama also had the opportunity to represent UAH on trips, such as the IMMERSE trip to Washington, D.C., where she honed her organizational skills, managed logistics and ensured the trip ran smoothly. She says that the position gave her “a whole new role of responsibility.”
Fama’s involvement at UAH hasn’t just been about personal growth; it's also about the pride she feels for the College of Business. She says that her time as an ambassador has made her feel a part of something larger than just the classes she takes. She feels immersed in the college, saying, “I like seeing things behind closed doors and learning how the College of Business operates. It makes me feel very protective over it.”
In September of 2024, Fama faced a house fire and lost all her belongings. What kept her going was the support and encouragement she received from her friends, peers and the College of Business community: “Everybody was reaching out and willing to help with whatever was needed.”
She shares her difficulty navigating this event but reflects, "if other people care about me this much, I have to care about myself this much.” She describes how isolating a house fire can be, but with the support of her peers, “there was no such thing as loneliness in that moment… I was almost overwhelmed by the response.”
Fama gained confidence and built meaningful connections through leadership opportunities and campus involvement. Even in adversity, she found support from her peers, reinforcing her appreciation for the College of Business and its role in her professional development.