North Campus Ambassadors

North Campus Ambassador

Recruitment for the Ambassador Program for the 2024-25 academic year is now closed. Thank you to those who applied. If you are interested in being contacted once applications open again, please complete the form below.

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Other Campuses

We have ambassador programs at all three of our great campuses. Not attending North Campus?

Augustana Campus Campus Saint-Jean

Represent the U of A

U of A Ambassadors play a vital role in representing the University of Alberta by volunteering as tour guides, greeters and student leaders. Your perspectives, energy and experiences help to deliver on the university’s student-centred promise! Through campus tours, student panels and helping at Open House, it is easy to see the important role of Ambassadors as a part of the public face of the U of A. Deepen your connection to the campus community while forging new friendships and engaging in meaningful activities that will support your personal and future professional growth.

Why become a U of A ambassador?

Become more involved with the campus community and share your student voice and U of A pride with others. You can be the reason a prospective student decides to apply!
Enhance your skills—from communication to relationship building to teamwork to customer service to public speaking—you will grow as a person in this program!
We have fun. Join this great team of passionate students, just like you, and make lifelong friends. You will participate in events from dodgeball tournaments to nacho competitions to volunteering in the community, and more!
Take advantage of personal and professional opportunities that will serve you throughout your university career and beyond, including when applying for jobs!

But you don’t have to take our word for it. Hear about our great program from the Ambassadors themselves!

Ambassador Stories

Roles + Responsibilities

U of A Ambassador

All U of A Ambassadors will participate in the following:

Campus Tours

Lead virtual and in-person Campus Tours and Lister Residence Tours, as part of the Campus Visit Program. Share your experience as a U of A student with prospective students and their supporters, as well as teachers, counsellors, alumni and the general public.

Community Engagement

Represent the U of A at events throughout the year facilitated by various campus partners. Assist with engaging experiences for prospective students at Open House, the largest recruitment event of the year.

Supporting Students

Help current and prospective students navigate the U of A experience. Share your insights on student life at the U of A with prospective students and answer their questions using our online messaging tool, The Ambassador Platform. Be a welcoming face in the Student Service Centre to support current students and guests with their needs.

Senior U of A Ambassador

This position is suitable for current U of A Ambassadors seeking to expand their leadership skills. On top of the responsibilities above, Senior Ambassadors also support the following:

Program Support

Help recruit, interview and train Ambassadors and provide leadership at university-wide events throughout the year. You will work closely with staff to ensure the continual development and improvement of the program.

Team Leadership

Support, mentor and coach a team of Ambassadors by leading meetings, providing professional development and organizing community-building events. Develop these skills via specialized leadership training with your fellow Senior U of A Ambassadors.

Program Requirements + Eligibility

All current students are eligible to apply to be a U of A Ambassador! We welcome current students at any point in their university career. In addition to being a student at the U of A, all applicants must understand and accept the time commitment, including a number of mandatory activities and dates.

Application Process

All applicants will be notified of the completion of their application. If successful in advancing to the next step in the application process, you will be invited to participate in an in-person group interview. Please hold time for one of the following group interview slots.

Friday, March 8 | 5 - 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 9 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Saturday, March 9 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Time Commitment

The volunteer commitment includes a minimum of 1 hour per week. At certain times of the year (i.e., fall training, Open House), this time commitment is higher. On average, volunteers commit approximately 3 hours per week. Senior Ambassadors can expect to volunteer approximately 5 hours per week. In addition to the time commitment outlined through the mandatory dates, other commitments include:

Attending a 1 hour long small team meeting the last week of most months during the academic year (September - November, January - March).
Attending a 1 hour tour of a U of A space during Field Trip Week (fall reading week; accommodations are available for individuals out of town this week).
Attending 1-2 hour long meetings each month if participating in additional program committees.
Leading 3 tours during the fall semester and 4 tours during the winter semester (this approximates to a 1 hour long tour per month).
Volunteering during Ambassador recruitment in February 2025.

Mandatory Dates

Please note the following mandatory dates for the 2024-2025 academic year. All Ambassadors are expected to commit to:

UAP Welcome Event

April 12, 2024 | 5 - 7 p.m.

Fall Training

September 7, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
September 14, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Open House

Training on October 18, 2024 | 5 - 8 p.m.
Volunteering on October 19, 2024 | 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Full Team Meetings

September 6, 2024 | 5 - 8 p.m.
November 22, 2024 | 5 - 8 p.m.
January 17, 2025 | 5 - 8 p.m.
March 7, 2025 | 5 - 8 p.m.

Thank You / Welcome Event

April 4, 2025 | 5 - 7 p.m.

Senior U of A Ambassadors

Senior ambassadors must be available for an additional hour-long meeting with UAP staff prior to each small team meeting (September - November, January - March). Additionally, the following complementary leadership training sessions are mandatory:

August 24, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
August 25, 2024 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Contact us

Please reach out to the Volunteer Management Coordinator for any inquiries regarding the North Campus U of A Ambassador Program.

Office: 780-492-8023

Email: ambassadors@ualberta.ca

North Campus Ambassadors