Student Involvement

Washington State University Vancouver Student Ambassador Program

Last date for applications: Thursday, February 28, 2008.

Read about the WSU Vancouver Student Ambassador Program showcased in the October 12, 2007 issue, Section C, of WSU Today

What is the Washington State University Vancouver Student Ambassador Program?

The WSU Vancouver Student Ambassador Program is a group of outstanding students who are selected to represent the University to prospective students, their families and the community at large.

Who are the Student Ambassadors?

The most qualified and diverse students from a variety of majors will be chosen to work together to build on our University's outstanding reputation and bring future Cougars to our campus. Students must have completed one semester at WSU Vancouver prior to Spring 2008 and must anticipate a graduation date of May 2009 or later.

What type of work are Student Ambassadors assigned?

Student Ambassadors will offer tours to prospective students, assist with orientation, attend recruiting events, conduct on campus programming and connect with students who have specific questions about our campus community. Ambassadors also attend important campus events and assist faculty and administration in community outreach efforts.

What are the benefits of becoming a Student Ambassador?

Develop valuable leadership and communication skills
Opportunity to be part of a group of students who represent the institution to prospective and current students, families, and the community at large
Make meaningful connections with prospective students by sharing your experience and knowledge of WSU Vancouver
Work closely with University staff and administration
A $2000 tuition waiver ($1000/semester) is granted to each Student Ambassador
Excellent experience for your personal resume

What responsibilities do the Student Ambassadors fulfill?

Ambassadors dedicate an average of six hours per week for the academic year—fall semester 2008 and spring semester 2009. In addition, they serve as ROAR (Orientation) Leaders during summer 2008.
Ambassadors must enroll in a two credit student leadership class offered Fridays during fall term and attend regular training sessions on Fridays throughout the academic year including summer.

What is the application process?

Apply now using the online form.
The application deadline is Thursday, February 28, 2008.

Questions? Contact Cindy Morical, at or at 360-546-9102.

Selection Criteria

Selection Process:

Students must have completed at least one semester of WSU Vancouver courses prior to submitting an application to become a Student Ambassador and must anticipate a graduation date of May 2009 or later.

Paper applications are carefully screened and roughly half of the candidates are selected to participate in the group interview phase. Of the group interviewees, less than half are selected to participate in the individual interview phase. Final selection of 10-12 ambassadors is made from the individual interviews.

Academic Success:

Grades are just one factor considered in the selection of Student Ambassadors. The selection committee will review each applicant's GPA along with the other information such as the written application and the interview process.

Course Load:

Students enrolled in full time coursework are given preference.

Leadership and Communication:

The written application and interview process are designed to assess each candidate's leadership potential and communication skills.

Time Commitment:

Applicants for the Student Ambassador Program will only be considered if they can meet the time commitments listed below.

Summer 2008 Training/Orientation Days - 5/29, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/26, 6/27, 7/11, 7/24, 7/25, 8/8, 8/18, 8/19 and 20
Leadership Class - Fridays during fall semester 2008
Meetings - Regularly scheduled during spring semester 2009
Serve an average of six hours per week during the school year (during the course of the school year some weeks require significantly more and some will be fewer than 6 hours)
Serve the entire 2008-2009 school year

Application Information

Applications are due Thursday, February 28, 2008. Apply now using the online form.