This student program operates cooperatively with the School of Health Related Professions Director, Student Affairs Committee, Alumni Organization, and Student Council. The Student Ambassador must possess outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to disseminate information concerning the University of Missouri-Columbia and the School of Health Related Professions to a wide variety of interest groups. The selection of the Ambassadors includes a letter of recommendation from a faculty member, submission of an application form, and selection by an interviewing committee comprised of representatives from the School of Health Related Professions Student Affairs Committee, the Director's Office, Alumni, an appointed faculty member, and a Student Ambassador. Student Ambassadors must maintain a cumulative GPA of not less than 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Student Ambassadors may serve for a total term of two years with reapplication and acceptance.
Thorough education is essential to an effective ambassador program.
The Student Ambassador will be provided with resource materials for this educational process. Participating in college career nights and recruitment efforts. Giving campus tours to special interest groups and incoming students. Operating a School of Health Related Professions booth at seminars in which the school participates. Visiting high schools and provide representation for the School of Health Related Professions.