Applications open for UK Alumni Association Alumni Ambassadors
LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 12, 2025) — The University of Kentucky Alumni Association is now accepting applications for Alumni Ambassadors for the 2025-26 academic year.
Alumni Ambassadors serve as the official student hosts of the University of Kentucky. The group represents UK at university and alumni events, and assists in strengthening students’ roles within the university. The program provides student leaders with meaningful involvement opportunities and professional development while strengthening their role within the UK community.
Established in 2018, the program is a partnership with the Office of the President, Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, and the UK Alumni Association. Students are selected based on their academic excellence, leadership experience and dedication to the betterment of UK.
Students interested in applying are required to meet the following criteria:
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Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher at the University of Kentucky
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At least second-semester freshman standing
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Full-time enrollment as an undergraduate (no graduate/professional students)
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Dedicated and demonstrated involvement in campus activities
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Ability to devote time each week to group duties while maintaining a commitment to high academic achievement
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Ability to participate regularly in bi-weekly meetings, weekend and evening events
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Ability to understand and convey accurate knowledge of UK
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Excellent oral/written communication skills and professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of individuals
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Must comply with University of Kentucky student code of conduct
To apply, students must submit an online application at www.ukalumni.net/alumniambassadors by Tuesday, April 1. No application will be accepted after the deadline.
For more information, contact Samantha Seitz at Samantha.seitz@uky.edu or 859-257-8700.
The UK Alumni Association is committed to fostering lifelong engagement among alumni, friends, the association and the university. For more information about the UK Alumni Association, visit www.ukalumni.net or call 800-269-2586.
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