Course Outline 0116:  Your Role as a Student Ambassador

Author:  Chris Lydon, Associate Vice President for Admission and Enrollment Planning

School: Providence College

Description:  This course is designed for student ambassadors, those responsible for ambassador programs and those interested in starting a student ambassador program. This course outlines the student ambassador’s roles and responsibilities, describes the ambassador organization and provides the student with an understanding of the how to get the highest level of impact from the student ambassador program. Although designed specifically for the ambassador program, this course also provides a thoughtful review of basic recruiting techniques and practices, including how to deal with difficult questions from students and parents, how to set up and conduct the campus tour, and the ambassador’s role in special events.

Lesson One: Introduction to Being a Student Ambassador

Lesson Two: Campus Visits Essentials

Lesson Three: Group Information Sessions

Lesson Four: Greeting Hours

Lesson Five: Day Visits

Lesson Six: Campus Tours

Lesson Seven: Overnight Visits and Special Events

Lesson Eight: Post Acceptance Activities

Lesson Nine: Accepted Student Events

Lesson Ten: Answering Tough Questions