Applications Open for UK Alumni Association Alumni Ambassadors

The University of Kentucky Alumni Association is now accepting applications for Alumni Ambassadors for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Alumni Ambassadors serve as the official student hosts of the University of Kentucky. The group represents UK at university and alumni events, and assists in strengthening students’ roles within the university. The program provides student leaders with meaningful involvement opportunities and professional development while strengthening their role within the UK community.

Established in 2018, the program is a partnership with the Office of the President, Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, and the UK Alumni Association to showcase the best and brightest students at UK. Students are selected based on their academic excellence, leadership experience and dedication to the betterment of UK.

Students interested in applying are required to meet the following criteria: 

• Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher at the University of Kentucky 
• At least second-semester freshman standing
• Full-time enrollment as an undergraduate (no graduate/professional students)
• Dedicated and demonstrated involvement in campus activities
• Ability to devote time each week to group duties while maintaining a commitment to high academic achievement 
• Ability to participate regularly in bi-weekly meetings, weekend and evening events
• Ability to understand and convey accurate knowledge of UK 
• Excellent oral/written communication skills and professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of individuals 
• Must comply with University of Kentucky code of conduct

To apply, students must submit an online application at www.ukalumni.net/alumniambassadors. by Tuesday, April 1, 2025. No application will be accepted after the deadline. All applications require a headshot photograph, copy of unofficial transcript, letter of recommendation by a UK faculty or staff member, and a resume. 

For more information, contact Samantha Seitz at Samantha.seitz@uky.edu or 859-257-8700.