Humanities Ambassadors
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Become a Humanities Ambassador
The College of Humanities is seeking motivated undergraduate students to participate as Humanities Ambassadors. As a Humanities Ambassador, you will engaging in weekly outreach and student support events and activities as well as occasional special events throughout the semesters. You will learn about student opportunities in the college and help represent the college across campus and in recruiting events. If you're looking for a way to make a positive impact on your community and enhance your academic and professional pursuits, then we encourage you to apply today!
Benefits:
- $1,000 scholarship divided among the Fall and Spring semesters
- Must be enrolled in 9 or more credit hours for each semester to receive the scholarship
- Leadership and professional experience
- Optional course credit
- Shirts/apparel provided
- Meet fellow ambassadors, be part of a team, and have fun!
Program Responsibilities:
- Participate in weekly Humanities programing
- Participate in occasional special events hosted by the college
- Collaborate with other ambassadors from across the college
- Help promote the College of Humanities on campus and via social media
- Monthly ambassador meeting
- Possible public speaking engagements
- Some ambassadors will have the opportunity to work hourly during the summer semester
Qualifications:
- Must be a current undergraduate student, Humanities major or minor, and in good academic standing
- Must be enrolled as a student with 9 or more credit hours for the Fall and Spring semester
- Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the Humanities disciplines
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills
Meet Your Ambassadors
Marylinda Gonzalez
(She/Her/Ella)
Senior
Major(s): English, Ethnic Studies – Latinx Emphasis
“One of my favorite movies is Juno and my favorite food is Sushi!”
Get to know MARYLINDA
Diane Montague
(She/Her)
Senior
Major(s): History
Minor(s): Asian Studies
Certificate(s): International Relations
“I am the Founder and President of the Bowling Club at The U!"
Lillian Ault
(She/Her)
Senior
Major(s): Honors Political Science, International Studies
“I like to crochet and play the viola.”
Kellen Hullinger
(He/Him)
Junior
Major(s): German, World Languages & Culture, Linguistics
Certificate(s): TESOL
“I love to play cribbage and ride my bike!”
Haven Elison
(She/Her)
Junior
Major(s): Linguistics & English
“I love to read and spend a lot of time taking care of my plants.”
Kira Kammerer
(She/They)
Junior
Major(s): Communication Studies
“Outside of school I am interested in photography and activism!”
Pamalatera Fenn
(She/Her; They/Them)
Junior
Major(s): History Teaching
Minor(s): Linguistics and Ethics
“I enjoy spending time with my friends and family on the animal sanctuary or on an adventure that leads to learning about the history of small towns”Get to know PAMALATERA
Vanessa Patzner
(She/Her)
Sophomore
Major(s): English, Business
“I really love to rock climb and go to concerts."
Past Ambassadors
Maxine Baek-Jette: Chinese
Cam Chase: English
Bella Colovich: English
Kara Esplin: International Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, and Geography
Suri Fry: Communication
Harper Hargis: Writing and Rhetoric Studies
Melissa Lira: International Studies
Manny Lopez: Spanish, Math, and Computer Science
Kira Kammerer: Communication
Brandon Osgan: Linguistics
Have Questions About the Humanities Ambassador Program?
Contact Karen Marsh at karen.marsh@utah.edu