College of Education and Human Sciences Ambassadors

Who are the Student Ambassadors?

The College of Education and Human Sciences Student Ambassadors are an elite group of students that have a desire to help others and promote The University of North Alabama.

  • Demonstrate outstanding achievement in academics
  • Display leadership
  • Serve as an advisor to the Dean

  

What is the role of a Student Ambassadors?

Student Ambassadors help facilitate a wide variety of outreach, events, and student recruitment initiatives.

  • Assist with student recruitment
  • Speak to community and university groups
  • Represent the college at receptions and events
  • Build community, spirit, and interest in our programs

     

 What are the benefits?

Being selected as a Student Ambassador is highly competitive and provides an extremely valuable experience. Serving as an Ambassador reflects a commitment to academics, leadership, and a willingness to excel.

  • Improved public speaking and interpersonal communication skills
  • Interaction with faculty and staff in a variety of contexts
  • Opportunities to mentor and inspire students
  • Leadership experience to highlight on a professional resume

 

 Am I eligible?

We are looking for outgoing, friendly students with a genuine love for UNA who want to give campus tours, recruit new students, be a leader in their field, give back to their community, and be a positive role model for all students.

  • Must be a full time declared major in the COEHS (admittance to teacher education is not required)
  • Maintain a minimum overall 2.75 GPA
  • Be able to commit to a year of service (April-April-no student teaching)
  • Attend monthly meetings –Second Tuesday of the month Sept.-April--7:15 AM Stevens Hall Auditorium
  • Be in good standing with the university and free of any disciplinary actions
  • Complete 30 volunteer and 5 leadership hours
  • Attend the training retreat
  • Due to time conflicts, a COEHS Ambassador cannot concurrently be a member of the UNA LaGrange Society, other campus ambassador programs, have extended labs or internships

Meet our Ambassadors

How do I apply?

Applications open Feb. 1st and close March 1st.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the program or application process, please email Sarah Beth Hester (shester3@una.edu).