Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassadors serve as highly motivated peer mentors and exemplary models of student success, work ethic, and ambition that promote the RMCAD mission through their ongoing, positive leadership inside and outside of the classroom, as well as their civic awareness and engagement.

• 3.0 cumulative GPA (which must be maintained throughout the term served as a Student Ambassador)
• Full-time student (12 credit hours or more) 
• Minimum of Sophomore standing at start of employment
• Ability to relate well to students, faculty, administration, students and their families where appropriate and possible
• Strong communication skills, academic excellence in writing, reading comprehension, and academic major

• Participate in six (6) on-ground orientations per calendar year
• Assist in the organization and preparation of the New Student Orientation Program
• Lead an orientation group comprised of new RMCAD students through orientation events and programs
• Act as a resource for new RMCAD students throughout their first year at the College through regular communication and outreach
• Acquaint new students with campus services, activities, and resources
• Work closely with departmental faculty and Chairs to connect all students with their respective academic department
• Lead campus tours and participate in Q&A sessions with prospective students
• Plan, organize, and implement events for the students that are social, departmental, cultural/educational, and service-related:
  • Events will be planned and organized in working groups
  • A minimum of 10 events will occur throughout the 16-week semester
• Serve as a positive representative of RMCAD and role model for other students at all times
• Seek involvement in Civic Engagement opportunities and garner interest from students
• Assist RMCAD administrative staff with campus-wide events and opportunities (i.e. Gallery openings, Open Studios, VASD Lectures, etc.) as requested by the Director of Student Life
• Adhere to the Student Code of Conduct and all other policies and procedures outlined in the Student Handbook
• Expected to communicate with the Director of Student Life about concerns or issues that pertain to their role as a Student Ambassador
• Participate in a performance evaluation process at least once per semester

• Student Ambassadors are required to attend all training and preparation sessions, which will include evening or overnight sessions, in addition to day-long sessions at the end of August
• Student Ambassadors are required to attend all components of both fall/spring orientation sessions
• Student Ambassadors are required to commit up to 10 hours per week, which include and are not limited to the following set times:
  • 1 hour/week to meet as a group with the Director of Student Life
  • 30 minutes/week to meet with your assigned working group
  • 1 hours/week to be present in the Student Ambassador Office/Online for Office Hours
  • 3 hours/week to lead campus tours
  • 3 hours/week for event preparation and planning
  • 1.5 hours/week for outreach and peer engagement both on ground and online
• Events that are planned through the Ambassador program will require attendance from all available Ambassadors during the actual event
• Special events, such as Halloween Week, Thanksgiving Dinner, Spivak Shows, and Spring Formals will require entire team involvement

• Professional development and leadership experience benefitting resume and curriculum vitae 
• Extensive training and development in the areas of peer development, mentoring, communication, and program/event planning
• Opportunity to work closely and collaborate with RMCAD faculty and administration
• Access to the Student Ambassador Office (TX 216)
• Networking opportunities in the community
• Each Campus Student Ambassador will be compensated $1,800.00 for each semester of work completed
• These payments may be applied to your account in $900 installments

• Please note A/B cohort might affect payment schedule