Becoming a UM Ambassador

The 2012-2013 UM Ambassador selection process will soon begin! Are you a creative campus leader with a love for your alma mater and an interest in educating the University of Miami Community about the importance of staying connected now and after you graduate? If you answered yes, consider applying to be a UM Ambassador!

Eligibility Requirements

• Current students enrolled full-time at the University of Miami and considered in good disciplinary standing
• Maintain a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average
• A commitment to attend meetings, events, and participate in a sub-committee (approximately 15 hours per semester)
• Display leadership, maturity, and good judgment at all times
• Fulfill the role as a student representative of the University and the alumni community

Benefits of being a UM Ambassador

• Leadership and Professional Development Opportunities
• Teambuilding
• Ability to interact with alumni, donors, and key UM Alumni Association leaders
• Opportunity to serve the UM community
• Invitations to exclusive UM Alumni Association events and meetings

Selection Process

Members are chosen based on scholarship, leadership qualities, campus involvement and their ability to relate the UM experience to alumni, friends prospective students and the University community.

Upon submitting an application, applicants will be screened and an interview will be scheduled. Selected candidates will receive an offer from the UM Alumni Association to participate as a UM Ambassador. Once the selection process is complete, a spring retreat and transition orientation will follow.

Recruitment Timeline

• January 17 Applications available online
• February 17 Applications due
• March 5-7 Interviews
• March 9 Acceptance Letters Sent
• March 24 Retreat with all members, new and returning
• April 4 1st Meeting with new members
• April 18 Final Spring Meeting: awards and recognition of graduating seniors