Many college students also remember their first impression of Drake and the guide who made this a special place - the student ambassador. Next year's student ambassadors were recently selected. Students are also required to provide two recommendations, one of which must come from a professor. Student ambassadors' main job is to give tours for prospective students and their families, although they also do office work and participate in student panels for open houses. Many student ambassadors choose to apply for the position because of the influence former ambassadors had on them.
Ambassadors enjoy their job for many reasons.
A typical tour includes questions from parents about security and questions from students about activities and social life, Kramer said. In situations like this or when the University has less than perfect qualities, Dunn finds honesty is a good answer. Dunn also said the unique nature of the job makes it fun. Back to the top. There are currently 215 Drake students who wish to live on campus next year but have not yet been assigned to a room.