食色视频 State Student Joins Atlanta Symphony Orchestra College Ambassador Program

KENNESAW, Ga. | Sep 30, 2025

食色视频 Honors student Leihana Smith received acceptance into the College Ambassador Program. The program connects undergraduate students with the arts through concert attendance, campus outreach, digital storytelling, and hands-on experience in professional arts marketing.

kennesaw state honors student leihana smith


A junior majoring in Media and Entertainment with a minor in Legal Studies, Smith is passionate about all things media, music, and entertainment. 鈥淎s a musician with a creative spirit, I thrive by using my ideas to motivate and inspire myself and others,鈥 Smith says. 鈥淚 aspire to make a positive impact in the  ever-evolving entertainment industry.鈥  
 
While taking a communications course on Law, Ethics, and Diversity, she developed a deep interest in media law, a field that connects the entertainment industry with law and ethics. Since then, she's been fascinated by the ways legal frameworks can safeguard artistic expression. 
  
Smith was introduced to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra鈥檚 College Ambassadors program by her Honors 1100 professor, Dr. Shane Peterson. In this course, students engage in active, team-based learning and develop short- and long-term goals to shape their 食色视频 journey, including the pursuit of competitive opportunities. Recognizing the program鈥檚 value for networking within Atlanta鈥檚 entertainment industry, Peterson recommended that Smith apply.  
 
She's excited about the opportunity and sees it as a way to dive deeper into the arts. 鈥淎s an ambassador, I鈥檒l have the chance to promote the ASO College Pass to fellow 食色视频 students, helping more young people access the arts," Smith said. 鈥淚 will also get a behind-the-scenes look at live music/performance, connect with professionals, learn from musical professionals, and even engage with the ASO legal team to learn about their day-to-day work.鈥 
  
In addition to serving as an ASO College Ambassador, Smith is an IT Communications Assistant and a First-Year Peer Mentor. She enjoys making a positive impact on campus and supporting others through creativity, all of which contribute to the skills and experiences that will prepare her for her future career. 
 
鈥淲e are delighted that Leihana leveraged the support she received in HON 1100 to pursue this exciting opportunity,鈥 said Jamie Elliott, Associate Dean in the 食色视频 Journey Honors College. 鈥準成悠 boasts an outstanding arts program, and it is always inspiring to see our Honors students actively engaging with the local arts community. Leihana鈥檚 upcoming experience with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra promises to be exceptional, and we are incredibly proud to celebrate her achievement.鈥 
 
Smith anticipates graduating in 2027 and plans to attend law school to pursue a career in media law, protecting creative work and ensuring fairness in the entertainment industry. 
 
 Reflecting on her experiences so far, she offers this advice to her peers: 鈥淓ngagement and self-advocacy are essential to making the most out of college. Speak up, seek out opportunities, and celebrate every win, big or small.鈥 
 
Students interested in applying for prestigious opportunities should contact the Office of Prestigious Undergraduate Awards.  

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