The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences is accepting applications for the Ambassador Program.
The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences would like to offer you an opportunity to become involved in
our college while earning two (2) elective credits (via a seminar course). The skills you gain through this
experience will make you more marketable to employers as well as graduate programs. This opportunity
provides excellent leadership, public speaking and teaching experience as well as networking opportunities with
faculty, staff, alumni, university administrators and/or prospective students.
Ambassadors will assist with award receptions and dinners, small-and large-scale special events (symposiums,
forums, panels, etc.), prospective student events (e.g., open houses, fairs, etc.), faculty/staff receptions, holiday
parties, Maryland Day and commencement ceremonies.
.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2015 to the address below. Incomplete
applications will not be reviewed. After the application review period begins, selected applicants will be
contacted for an interview. Those who are applying to the program should send/deliver materials to:
Julianna Bynoe
University of Maryland
College of Behavioral & Social Sciences
Office of the Dean
2141 Tydings Hall
College Park, MD 20742
If you have questions about the application process or would like to know more about the program, please
contact:
Julianna Bynoe
jbynoe@umd.edu
1 of 4
College of Behavioral & Social Sciences | Ambassador Program Application Package
Overview:
Ambassadors will assist with the planning, coordination and execution of special events hosted by the College
of Behavioral and Social Sciences. Ambassadors will build a strong knowledge base of the behavioral and
social science academic disciplines as well as other programs offered by the college so that they may inform
prospective students and the public during special events.
Additionally, by working with other ambassadors, faculty, staff and various campus professionals, ambassadors
will have the opportunity for valuable leadership, networking and communication experience.
Ambassadors will assist with the coordination of special events including, but not limited to:
Awards receptions and dinners,
Small-and large-scale symposiums, forums, panels, etc.,
Prospective student events (e.g., open houses, fairs, etc.),
Freshman Connection Orientations,
Faculty/staff receptions Holiday parties,
Maryland Day, and
Commencement ceremonies.
Each ambassador will receive two (2) course credits for the successful completion of a semester of duty and the
fulfillment of the accompanying course (BSOS 248A) requirements. After the successful completion of one
semester of duty, students may continue serving as ambassadors and earn additional credit for each full
semester of service thereafter, assuming they maintain the necessary requirements set forth to be a college
ambassador. Please note that service as an ambassador may be revoked at any time as deemed appropriate by
the Office of the Dean. The expected learning outcomes for students in this program include: leadership and
networking opportunities with the college’s units (departments and centers), the Office of the Dean,
faculty/staff, other students, alumni, elected/appointed officials, campus administrators, prospective students
and so forth; mastery of the proper protocol and etiquette for professional events; Improving communication
skills with peers; public speaking experience; and teaching, listening and marketing skills.
Note: Submission of the application and supplemental materials does not guarantee admittance to this program.
This is a selective program where all applications and supplemental materials are taken into consideration.
Direct any questions to Julianna Bynoe at jbynoe@umd.edu or 301-405-8746.
2 of 4
College of Behavioral & Social Sciences | Ambassador Program Application Package
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to serve as an ambassador, the following criteria must be met: If the applicant holds a double
major or is a candidate for a double degree, he/she must hold a primary major in the College of Behavioral and
Social Sciences; All applicants must have held a behavioral and social sciences major for a minimum of two (2)
semesters; All applicants must have earned a minimum of 30 credits at the University of Maryland (College
Park campus); All applicants must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher; All
applicants must be in good judicial and academic standing; All applicants should be able to perform light to
moderate lifting (e.g., transportation of special event materials, programs, supplies, etc.); All students must be
able to register and attend the two (2) credit course: BSOS 248A on Thursdays from 4- 5p.m. in 2141K Tydings
Hall.
Application Materials
Along with the application form, please submit each of following supplemental items:
A brief statement outlining your interest in the ambassador program;
A current resume;
A current transcript (official or unofficial);
A copy of your class schedule for the Fall 2015 semester;
A list of all commitments during the Fall 2015 semester – this includes jobs, internships, sports teams, planned
vacations and other extracurricular activities.
Note: Submission of the application and supplemental materials does not guarantee admittance to this program.
This is a selective program where all applications and supplemental materials are taken into consideration.
A completed application form with all supplemental documents must be submitted to Julianna Bynoe by
5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2015. It can be submitted electronically via e-mail (jbynoe@umd.edu) or
campus/postal mail. The address is University of Maryland, College of Behavioral and Social Sciences,
Office of the Dean, 2141 Tydings Hall, College Park, MD 20742.
3 of 4
COLLEGE OF BEHAVIORA L AND SOCIAL SCIENCE S (BSOS)
AMBASSADOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
APPLICANT INFORMATION
NAME:
Click here to enter text.
NICK NAME:
Click here to enter text.
UNIVERSITY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
E-MAIL ADDRESS:
Click here to enter text.
PERMANENT STREET ADDRESS:
CITY:
Click here to enter text.
Click here to enter text.
STATE:
Click here to enter text.
ZIP CODE:
Click here to enter text.
PHONE NUMBER:
Click here to enter text.
LOCAL STREET ADDRESS:
CITY:
Click here to enter text.
Click here to enter text.
Click here to enter text.
STATE:
ZIPCODE:
Click here to enter text.
Click here to enter text.
MOBILE NUMBER:
Click here to enter text.
MAJOR:
Click here to enter text.
MINOR:
Click here to enter text.
EXPECTED GRADUATION DATE:
Click here to enter text.
CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE:
CUMULATIVE CREDITS EARNED:
Click here to enter text.
Click here to enter text.
I am expressly granting the University of Maryland permission to use and release my likeness in either
photographic or videography format for future university use. I understand that I am free to withdraw my
consent in writing for future use at any time without penalty. The university will not be required to notify me
prior to using or releasing my likeness.
Your signature below signifies that you have read the statement above and fulfill the criteria stated in the
description of eligibility for the ambassadors program and that all information provided is accurate and true.
DATE
SIGNATURE OF THE APPLICANT
Click here to enter text.
Click here to enter a
date.
4 of 4