Student Alumni Ambassadors

The UW Oshkosh Student Alumni Ambassadors (SAA) are a premiere group of student leaders that are the vital link between current campus life and University alumni. Student Alumni Ambassadors are dedicated to promoting UW Oshkosh and building pride among fellow students, alumni and the community. Members of SAA come from a variety of backgrounds and possess a multitude of experiences.

Who We Are

In conjunction with UW Oshkosh Alumni Relations, Student Alumni Ambassadors are passionate and knowledgeable of UW Oshkosh campus life and history. You will find Student Alumni Ambassadors participating in many University events and networking with alumni professionals. You may find them mingling in a crowd, hosting a table of guests, or providing tours. Most importantly SAA helps to keep alumni in touch with University happenings and connect alumni with current students.

Where You'll Find Us

UWO Foundation Community Breakfast
UWO Alumni Assocation Board Meetings
Alumni Awards Dinner
Homecoming Events
Countdown to Commencement
Almost Alumni Lunch
Commencement
Golden Titan Reunion

Benefits

Although there are many benefits for serving as an ambassador, many students share that the intrinsic reward of giving back to the University and fellow students has been most important to them. Other rewards associated with being selected as a SAA member are:

• Networking with business professionals from a multitude of professions
• Developing necessary professional skills applicable to post-graduation life.
• Demonstrating leadership roles that can be a key resume builder.
• Opportunity to develop a relationship with members of the administration.
• A semester stipend offered when requirements are fulfilled.

Expectations

SAA members immerse themselves in the campus scene, attending numerous University events, networking with alumni professionals or speaking positively about the UW Oshkosh experience. But, most importantly, they help keep alumni in touch with University happenings and ensure students are aware of their roles as future alumni.

Events to Host and Attend

SAA members will be expected to attend scheduled group meetings and serve at Alumni Relations sponsored events including but not limited to:

• UWO Foundation Community Breakfast, Sept 17, 2013, 7-9 a.m., Reeve Memorial Ballroom
• Alumni Employee Appreciation Lunch, Sept 20,2013, 11:30-1 p.m., Pollock Alumni House

• Career Fair on the Fox, Sept 24, 2013, 1-5 p.m., Kolf Sports Center
• Countdown to Commencement October 9, 2013, Noon-6 p.m., Reeve 202 (2 hour shift)
• Alumni Awards Dinner
  Oct. 11, 2013, 5-9 p.m.
• Homecoming Weekend
  Oct. 11-12, 2013 (Visit  the Homecoming page for schedule of events)
• Almost Alumni Lunch
  Dec 3, 2013, 11:30-1:30 p.m., Pollock Alumni House

• Commencement Rose Sale, Dec 14, 2013, 8 a.m-Noon, Kolf Sports Center

Membership Requirements

• Must be enrolled as a full time UW Oshkosh student
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above

Compensation

A $250 stipend will be paid during the last month of each fall and spring semester upon completion of expectations.

Current SAA Leaders

President: Jake White

Vice President: Maria Locante

To Apply

All students are welcome to apply. Interviews will be held in the fall and spring, but applications are welcome at any time. Please complete the online application form.

For more information, contact SAA's adviser Elizabeth Weigandt or Alumni Director Chris Gantner.