UT Dallas Student Ambassadors

The Student Ambassador Program is a select group of students dedicated to supporting, promoting and representing UT Dallas. The Student Ambassador program is sponsored by the Office of the President.

The Student Ambassador Program is comprised of students who demonstrate leadership and academic excellence. All applicants must have attended UT Dallas for one semester prior to application, be a full time student, and must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

Student Ambassadors:
1. Become knowledgeable about UT Dallas history, personnel, programs and facilities
2. Serve at University functions hosted by the Offices of the President and Vice Presidents
3. Serve at scheduled events such as Commencement and Freshman Convocation
4. Organize the annual Oozeball tournament
5. Lead the Class Challenge class gift program each year
And much, much more

All Ambassadors have an opportunity to be considered as delegates to conferences to meet with similar groups from other universities. Student Ambassadors meet the first Friday of each month from 4 - 6 p.m. These meetings are mandatory for all Ambassadors. In addition, each Ambassador is required to help with a minimum of 3 events per semester for a total of at least 10 hours.

Student Ambassador Recruitment

Thank you for your interest in the Student Ambassador program. We accept applications and recommendations for new Student Ambassadors each spring. Click on the "Apply Now" link below to fill out your application.

Student Ambassador Application Process:

1. Attend an optional interest session. Dates, times and locations are listed below.
   
   
2. Complete your application using the "Apply Now" link below. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 9, 2012.
   
   
3. After your application is complete, you will receive an email at the email address you provide on your application inviting you to attend a Meet & Greet, where you will meet current Ambassadors and learn more about the organization. Every applicant must attend one Meet & Greet. There will be two Meet & Greets:
   - Wednesday, March 21 from 4 - 6 p.m. in the McDermott Suite, located on the 4th floor of McDermott Library
   - Thursday, March 22 from 6 - 8 p.m. in the McDermott Suite, located on the 4th floor of McDermott Library
   
   
4. Following the Meet & Greets, selected applicants will be invited for an interview. A panel of UT Dallas alumni, staff, volunteers, and a current Ambassador will interview you. Please save the date: Interviews will be conducted on Friday, April 13, 2012. You will be notified in advance if you are selected for an interview.
   
   
5. If selected for an interview, you will be asked to also submit two recommendation form. An email will be sent to you with a link to the recommendation form, which you will share with your recommenders. At least one of your recommenders must be a current faculty or staff member at UT Dallas. The other can be a faculty or staff member, but can also be a member of the public. Letters of recommendation are due Thursday, April 12, 2012 by 5 p.m.
6. All applicants who interview will be notified as to the panel's decision on Monday, April 16, 2012.

Anyone interested in learning more about the Student Ambassadors is encouraged to attend one of our upcoming interest sessions:

• Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 7 p.m. in the Student Union Pegasus Room
• Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 10 p.m. in the Residence Hall North classroom
• Monday, March 5, 2012 at 5 p.m. in the Student Union Gemini Room

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