The Student Activities Office - Student Ambassadors

The Student Ambassador Program

THE STUDENT AMBASSADOR

Student Ambassadors serve to set the tone for prospective students and their families. They guide, direct, inform and teach prospective students what to expect from campus life. In addition, student ambassadors serve as special event assistants representing the student and broader communities. Concerts, grand openings, Alumni events, new student orientations, conferences, hosting campus VIPs etc. constitute examples of special events in which the student ambassadors should engage.

THE NEWARK CAMPUS AMBASSADOR ROLES

• Attend on-campus college activities representing either Ohio State Newark or COTC. Provide a unique student perspective to the quality of experiences offered at the Newark campus.

• Assist in campus recruiting events such as orientations, Discover COTC, specialized high school visit days, High Ability initiatives, Tech Prep outreach programs, group informational tours, etc.

• Participate in on-campus recruiting activities.

• Present directly to new students and conduct campus tours for orientation programs.

• Serve as special hosts during special occasions such as scholarship receptions, ground breaking/ribbon cutting ceremonies, concerts, lectures, parades etc.

• Assist with the production of Alumni events and activities.

• Serve as a special host or tour guide for recruitment of perspective faculty and/or staff.

• Serve on various campus committees where direct student input is warranted. 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

• Students must have attended the Ohio State Newark or COTC for a minimum of one quarter in order to attain an understanding of the campus community and culture.

• Students must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA.

• Student must submit an application.

• Students must submit a letter of recommendation from a campus faculty and/or staff member with their application.

• Student must conduct an actual interview as part of the selection process. 

COMPENSATION FOR STUDENT AMBASSADORS

• Each Student Ambassador will receive an hourly wage for the assigned hours worked. Assignments will be set by the Student Activities Office.

• Student Ambassadors will receive an Ambassador shirt.

• Student Ambassadors will be recognized at the annual Leadership Awards Banquet.

• Student Ambassadors will receive enhanced leadership, communication and networking skills, as well as potential career development opportunities.

MAINTAINING GOOD-STANDING AS A STUDENT AMBASSADOR

• Submit and adhere to a schedule of availability.

• Keep commitments…no more than one missed appointment per quarter.

• Participate in a minimum of 20 service hours annually.

• Attend quarterly training sessions.

• Maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Student Ambassador Application

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