Our Purpose
The College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources Student Ambassador
Program is a volunteer leadership program that offers CABNR students an opportunity
to become directly involved with other students, corporate leaders and alumni through
public relations and recruitment activities. The program was created in 1999 to
have students represent the college at the many special activities and recruiting
high school students around the state.
What is a Student Ambassador?
A student ambassador is an enrolled student at UNR who serves as a knowledgeable
representative that provides information and services to the community about and
for the college.
History
Recruitment for student ambassadors began in the Spring of 1999 in an effort to
build greater community outreach. By the Fall of 2000, 10 members were hired, trained
and prepared to embark on their purpose. Since then, the ambassador program has
trained three teams. The ambassadors have learned effective public relations within
UNR and the surrounding community.
High School Recruitment
All members of the team are responsible for implementing student outreach services
designed to help guide students from high school into college. Members are assigned
to serve as the college's primary liaison to local high schools. As a liaison,
the ambassador provides peer advising services for students during regular visits
to the high school.
Matriculation Services
Ambassadors have been utilized to assist in counseling during peak registration
and enrollment periods each semester. During walk-in registration, ambassadors are
available to assist potential students.
Serving the Community
The ambassadors have participated in over 100 outreach and community events. They
represent the college to the community during college nights, career fairs and at
other informational programs. They assist as needed with the planning and implementation
of special activities. The team is available to lead campus tours at the college
and assist with other hospitality functions as well.
Contacting a Student Ambassador
You can reach us at:
Phone: (775) 784-1634 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Email Us: student_center@cabnr.unr.edu
Mail To: CABNR Student Ambassadors/203
University of Nevada
Mail Stop 203
Reno, Nevada 89557
Page last updated: 11/21/2008