Become a Student Ambassador

 

Volunteer as a Student Ambassador

University Student Ambassadors are undergraduate student leaders who volunteer to meet and greet prospective students, provide campus tours, help at recruitment events, and assist in the Office of Admissions. The goal of the Ambassadors is to provide prospective students first-hand information about the University of Arkansas. In sharing their experiences, ambassadors hope to ease the transition of new students into life at the University of Arkansas and share with them the many wonderful opportunities that await them.

  1. How to Apply

    The Student Ambassador application is now open!

    Applications are due Wednesday, November 05 at 5:00PM
    You must attend an interest meeting on Tuesday, October 21 at 5:00PM or on Wednesday, October 29 at 5:00PM. If you have any questions, please email studamb@uark.edu.

  2. Requirements

    Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA
    Completed one semester at the University of Arkansas
    Guide 2 tours per week
    Guide 1 Saturday tour per semester
    Lead 1 meeting per semester

  3. Opportunities

    Homecoming involvement
    Recruiting events
    Community involvement

Learn More about our Current Student Ambassadors

Graduate Assistant

Jensen Parker


Jensen Parker

Jensen is a graduate student originally from Natchitoches, Louisiana, earning a master's in Speech-Language Pathology. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas in Communication Sciences and Disorders and minoring in Human Development and Family/Child Services.

Favorite Place on Campus: Old Main Lawn! I love it in all four seasons, but I think my all-time favorite is when the leaves change colors and it really starts to feel like fall. It is absolutely breathtaking and the perfect place to study, take a break in between classes, or even have a picnic!

Director of Membership

Braden Pickle


Braden Pickle

Braden Pickle is a senior from St. Louis Missouri majoring in Biochemistry with a minor in mathematics.

Favorite Place on Campus: I would say my favorite place on campus is Mullins Library because it has the best study spots on campus. As far as things I do in my free time, I like to spend as much time with friends as possible and get to the gym on days that are less busy!

Director of Recruitment

Carter Sanders


Carter Sanders

Carter Sanders is a junior from Tupelo, Mississippi, majoring in Human Development and Family Sciences with a concentration in Child Life.

Favorite Place on Campus: My favorite place on campus is Old Main Lawn! I love to study on the lawn or just sit and catch up with friends, the lawn is gorgeous and different during every season! My favorite thing to do in Fayetteville is go on walks and hikes, specifically at Lake Fayetteville and Devil’s Den! The trails are so pretty and show off why Arkansas is the “Natural State”.

Director of Media

Benjamin Purcel


Benjamin Purcel

Benjamin Purcel is a 4th-Year Architecture Student from Dallas, Texas. He’s majoring in Architecture & minoring in Interior Architecture

Favorite Place on Campus: I love being outdoors! Whether it’s running or biking, I can be found somewhere outside!

Director of Community Engagement

Jolee Fair


Jolee Fair

Jolee is a senior from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, majoring in Marketing and Apparel Merchandising and Product Development.

Favorite Place on Campus: My favorite place on campus is at any Razorback sporting event! The excitement, energy, and sense of community make every game unforgettable. Fun fact: I’ve even camped out just to get a ticket to a basketball game.