The Ambassadors of Letters and Science (ALAS) program welcomes applications from enthusiastic and committed students. The process to become a member of the Ambassadors of Letters and Science (ALAS) program is competitive, and includes an application and interview. New members are selected each winter/spring to join ALAS for the upcoming academic year.
Qualifications
Current UC Davis student studying a major within the College of Letters and Science and attending the next academic year at UC Davis. At least one year of experience at UC Davis by the start of the academic year of commitment. Cumulative UC GPA of 3.00 or higher. Knowledge of campus resources and willingness to exemplify the UC Davis Principles of Community.
- Successful candidates will love:
- Working with undergraduate students in both one-on-one and group settings in person and online, assisting in identifying goals, understanding campus resources, and planning for success
- Collaborating with campus staff, faculty, and fellow Ambassadors
- Helping students find their place and their community
- Demonstrating initiative and sharing ideas
- Embracing and employing program values (leadership, innovation, growth mindset, heart, and teamwork)
- Being part of a team dedicated to mutual respect, equity, service, and collaboration
- Working independently as well as in teams
- Participating in ongoing professional development opportunities with a dedication to continuous improvement
- Skills required for success in this position:
- Understanding of student development and opportunities in the College of Letters and Science and broadly at UC Davis
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Ability to establish and maintain respectful working relationships with team members, professional staff, faculty, and campus leadership
- Commitment to affirm and contribute to a positive and supportive team culture
- Regular and reliable attendance to outreach events and team meetings
- Willingness to hear feedback and be teachable
Expectations
- Represent the College of Letters and Science to prospective students and families, peers, and community members through events, presentations, tours, social media, and more
- Participate in biweekly and monthly team meetings
- Contribute to various projects in social media, event planning, workshop development, and more
- Engage in College outreach, recruitment, and community building events
- Lead a first-year seminar in the College during Winter quarter
- Participate in an annual Fall training retreat (or more, as needed)
- Commit to at least three quarters of service (one full academic year) (~20 hours of service per quarter)
- Dress and/or present themselves in a professional and respectful manner as Ambassadors of the College
Benefits
- Gain critical leadership skills and experience towards success in job interviews and career advancement
- Broaden network as well as collaborate and learn from College leadership, faculty, and administrators
- Confidence and self-awareness through mentorship and motivating peers
- College polo shirt, name badge, and merch