Student Ambassadors
2015-2016
Requirements and Application Instructions
The College of Technology Student Ambassadors is an elite group of student leaders who represent the College
and assist the College with recruitment and retention of a diversified population of high ability students. This is
a great opportunity to get involved in the College of Technology.
Requirements to be an Ambassador:
1) Two semester commitment;
2) Technology students with a GPA of 2.5 are urged to apply;
3) All Ambassadors are required to be in good academic standing at the time of applying as well as each
semester as an Ambassador.
Requirements of an Ambassador:
1) Attend four one-hour seminars per semester;
2) Contribute a minimum of 30 hours of service per year or 15 hours per semester (recruiting/public
relations events, prospective student visits to campus, representing the College of Technology at various
events, etc.)
Application Process:
The attached application form and letter of recommendation must be returned to the College of Technology
Academic Services Center, room 108 Technology Annex (T1) by September 11, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. The
recommendation form should be completed by a faculty or staff member, or an employer. College of
Technology academic advisors may not serve as references. Your recommendation form should be confidential
and returned in a sealed envelope. Those candidates who are chosen to be interviewed will be notified by
phone.
Questions should be directed to Carlos Gonzalez at (713) 743-1881 or cagonzalez15@uh.edu.
Good luck!
TECHNOLOGY STUDENT AMBASSADORS APPLICATION
2015-2016
Name: _____________________________________________
Last
First
Middle Initial
Address:
Student PSID#: __________________
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Phone: __________________________ (Home )
_________________________(Cell)
E-mail Address: ____________________________________________
Cumulative GPA:
__________
Classification (Circle one): FR
Major: _______________________
SO
JR
SR
GRAD
Anticipated semester of graduation: _______________________________
Name of reference: ____________________________________________
High School Name: ________________
Graduation Year: _____
City: ____________
State: ____
LIST ANY ACTIVITIES YOU HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN AND/OR HONORS RECEIVED WHILE AT UH.
(PLEASE INCLUDE ACADEMIC HONORS, PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, WORK EXPERIENCE,
SCHOLARSHIPS, AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE)
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WHY DO YOU WISH TO BE A TECHNOLOGY STUDENT AMBASSADOR? (PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR
QUALIFICATIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE PROGRAM)
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SITUATION: YOU ARE A STUDENT AMBASSADOR, AND A NEW STUDENT IS INQUIRING ABOUT ONE
OF THE MAJORS IN THE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY. WHAT WOULD YOU TELL THE STUDENT
ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, AND HOW WOULD YOU MAKE THE STUDENT
INTERESTED IN ONE OF THE MAJORS? (WHAT ASPECTS OF THE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY DO
YOU FEEL ARE IMPORTANT FOR A PROSPECTIVE STUDENT TO KNOW?)
PLEASE SUBMIT A TYPED RESPONSE TO THIS QUESTION IN 350 WORDS OR LESS.
How many hours do you anticipate carrying for the academic year 2015-2016? Fall: _____ Spring: _____
If selected to be a Technology Ambassador, I can meet the time commitment required.
Signature: ________________________________________________
Date: ____________________________________________________
Please submit the completed application by September 11, 2015 at 5:00 pm.
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FOR COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
STUDENT AMBASSADORS
Thank you for your help! The Technology Ambassadors assist the College in the recruitment and retention of a diverse
population of high ability students, and represent the College at a number of events. Ambassadors must be outgoing,
committed to the College of Technology, and leaders. We need your input on the qualification of the candidate.
This letter should be confidential. Application deadline is September 11, 2015. Please return this form directly to:
University of Houston College of Technology
Attn. Carlos Gonzalez
300 Technology Bldg. Room 108 T1
Houston, TX 77204-4021
Applicant Name: _______________________________________________________
Name of the person writing this recommendation: _____________________________
Please comment on your overall impression of this candidate and his or her qualifications for the Ambassador program.
Highlight such qualities as leadership skills, time management skills, ability to work as a team member, commitment to
being a technology major, and communication with both peers and parents/administrators. Are there any areas in which
you believe this candidate has room for improvement and/or growth? (You may use the back of this sheet or attach
another sheet if necessary.)
Signature: ______________________________ ____________
Date: ______________________