Skidmore College Admissions Academic Year 
 Ambassador Application
Commitment: February 15, 2009 - End of Spring Semester, 2011

Coordinator: Karlene Kunigiel
Head Ambassadors: Juliet Kaye, Joel Amidon, Dan Papson, Becca Larson

TIMELINE FOR APPLICATION

Friday, October 30, 2009 at 4:00pm Davis Auditorium
Ambassador Information Session (recommended but not required)

Saturday, October 31, 2009
We begin accepting applications for academic year Ambassadors

Sunday, November 8, 2009
Application deadline

Monday November 16 and Tuesday November 17, 2009
1st Round of Interviews

Monday November 30 through Friday December 4, 2009
Shadow Tours

WINTER BREAK
 

Monday February 1 through Friday February 5, 2010
2nd Round Interviews/Shadow Tours

Saturday, February 13, 2010
First Ambassador meeting (all day)

Monday, February 15, 2010
New Ambassadors begin employment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the time commitment involved with being an ambassador?
Ambassadors play a crucial role in conveying an image of the College and the "Skidmore experience" to campus visitors. Ambassadors are Skidmore to most families! In addition to having a fun and exciting time in this position, ambassadors have a large responsibility requiring commitment and dedication to the College and to the mission of the Admissions Office. The Ambassador commitment involves:

• Guiding 1-2 tours per week from February 15 - End of Semester AND guiding 2 tours per week during the 2010-2011 academic year
• Guiding 4 Saturday tours each semester
• Guiding for Open Houses and Accepted Candidates Days (unless in class)
• Attending mandatory meetings through out the semester
• Assisting with hiring and training of new ambassadors
• Reading Ambassador Manual and Admissions Publications - knowing all the relevant and fun Skidmore facts

How many hours per week do Ambassadors work on average?
Ambassadors give 2 tours per week. Each tour lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Is being a Skidmore Ambassador a paid position?
Yes! Ambassadors are paid $8.00 first year. Please note that touring is not a primary source of employment. Work-study students or applicants requiring additional income will need to seek out another campus employment opportunity.

What kind of training is required?

Ambassador training is continuous. In addition to formal training (dates listed above) and varied mandatory meetings, ambassadors are expected to attend lectures, performances, exhibits, athletic events, etc. Ambassadors need to know about all aspects of Skidmore.

When will I be contacted for an interview?
Strong applicants will be contacted for interviews after Winter Break.

What about summer Ambassador positions?
Due to the intense nature of our summer Ambassador program, we prefer students not guide during the fall semester. Summer positions are full-time from 8:30-4:30, and students have the option of living on or off campus. For more information, please contact Karlene Kunigiel at kkunigie@skidmore.edu or x5577.