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UGS Ambassadors

School of Undergraduate Studies (UGS) Student Ambassadors share their experiences in UGS with prospective students, current UT Austin students, and the UT Austin community. They represent the school at outreach events, such as UGS information sessions, and assist with various school events. We provide training on each program to complement the Ambassadors’ unique perspectives.

Student Ambassador positions for 2012-13 are available beginning June 1, 2012. Although 2012-13 positions typically extend through May 2013, reappointments are processed each semester (summer, fall, spring) based on students’ performance and availability.

Position Requirements

Ambassadors must be current undergraduate students in good academic and disciplinary standing with the university. They are expected to be familiar with all of the programs and services of the School of Undergraduate Studies and to share that information with a variety of audiences in a professional manner.

Student Ambassadors will be assigned to individual events at the discretion of the Outreach Coordinator, who will survey Ambassadors regarding their availability at the beginnings of semesters and as needed. Ambassadors are paid an hourly rate and are appointed as Student Assistants.

Applying

Applications for 2012-13 positions are now available. Interested students must apply online and submit their resume to James Tolleson. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, April 18.

Questions? Email James Tolleson or call him at 512-475-8143.

2011-12 Ambassadors

  • Sydney Cruz is a junior Radio, Television, and Film major. She is enrolled in a Bridging Disciplines Program (BDP) and is a former UGS student.
  • Heena Gupta is a senior majoring in Human Biology. She is a former FIG peer mentor.
  • Emily Williams is a sophomore studying International Relations. She is a former UGS student.
  • Megan Jackson is a senior majoring in Radio, Television, and Film and Women’s & Gender Studies. She is a FIG peer mentor and BDP student.
  • Armando Vera is a junior studying International Relations and Corporate Communication. He is a former UGS student and recipient of the UGS Summer Exploration Grant.