Ambassador Lead Information

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Become a Lead Ambassador

Lead Ambassadors are experienced members of our commencement team who help train and guide fellow ambassadors, support event operations, and ensure every ceremony runs smoothly. It’s a chance to strengthen your leadership skills, work closely with the Ceremonies & Special Events team, and play a key role in creating unforgettable experiences for our graduates and guests.

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Ambassador Lead Roles

Accessibility Greeter - LEAD

  • Lead for Accessibility Greeters who assist graduates with accessibility needs (wheelchairs, crutches, pregnancy, emotional support, etc.).
  • Escort graduates from the entrance to the arena floor seating and ensure a positive ceremony experience.
  • When the ceremony begins, transition to Arena Floor Team.

Aggie Special Guest Section Greeter - LEAD

  • Lead for Aggie Special Guest Section Greeters who monitor Section 212 (SW entrance), ensuring only designated guests are seated.
  • Place reserved seating signs and hold seats until 15 minutes before the start time.
  • During the ceremony, escort VIPs to/from the arena floor with the Stage Support Team.
  • Requires standing/walking!

Grad Help Desk - LEAD

  • Lead for Grad Help Desk staff who print grad cards for students who forgot theirs or need on-site printing.
  • Requires a personal cell phone for DUO authentication and on-site training.
  • Assist with signage/table setup and liaison for registration issues.
  • Requires sitting indoors - perfect for detail-oriented helpes!

Concourse Greeter - LEAD

  • Lead for Concourse Greeters who welcome guests on the UCUC concourse level, distribute commencement fans, and direct them to the QR code for online programs.
  • Assist limited mobility guests and requires standing/walking.
  • Be the friendly face that sets the tone for families!

Regalia Team - Stage Party - LEAD

  • Lead for Regalia Team - Stage Party team who greet campus leadership and assist with regalia dressing (steaming, cap pinning).
  • Confirm roles and serve as liaison for changes/no-shows.
  • Requires some walking indoors.
  • Must enjoy helping VIPs look their ceremonial best!
  • The Regalia Captain/Lead will assign ceremonial tasks for each Regalia Team member once commencement begins. 

Ambassador Lounge - LEAD

  • Lead for Ambassador Room Attendants who check-in/out ambassadors, distribute name tags, lanyards, and t-shirts.
  • Answer questions and update the commencement lead on staffing changes/no-shows.
  • Collect returned supplies.
  • Requires walking/sitting indoors - be our ambassador headquarters!

Gunrock Lead

  • Assist Gunrock 

Comms Lead

  • Strat Comm staff supporting communication needs of commencement(social media, media, disruptions)

Check-Out LEAD

  • OCP Business Team, Check out and distribute gift cards to ambassadors 

Grad Greeter - LEAD

  • Lead for Grad Greeters who assist with robe checks, remind grads of prohibited items, and confirm Grad Cards before UCUC entry.
  • Direct graduates missing regalia to the Meeting Room 2 pickup location.
  • Liaison to the commencement lead for mobility issues or special circumstances.
  • Requires standing/walking!

Aisle Marshal/Floor Greeter - LEAD

  • Lead for Aisle Marshals/Floor Greeters who welcome graduates entering the arena floor 60 minutes before the ceremony.
  • Assist with cap, gown, and stole adjustments.
  • Provide customer service and enthusiasm during wait time.
  • Ensure graduates remain seated until instructed and assist with stage crossing movement!

Grad Scanner - LEAD

  • Lead for Grad Scanners who scan Grad Cards as graduates enter via the SW tunnel.
  • Direct card issues to Grad Help Desk.
  • On-site training provided.
  • Requires standing indoors and attention to detail!

UCUC Center/ARC Lobby Greeter - LEAD

  • This energetic team welcomes crowds and provides directions around UCUC.
  • Direct graduates and guests to appropriate entrances, remind them about prohibited items, and handle ticketing issues by directing them to the Box Office (NE concourse level near Peet's).
  • Liaison between Commencement and UCUC staff as needed!

Regalia Team - Faculty - LEAD

  • Lead for Regalia Team - Faculty team who greet campus faculty and assist with regalia dressing (steaming, cap pinning).
  • Confirm roles and serve as liaison for changes/no-shows.
  • Requires some walking indoors.
  • Must enjoy helping VIPs look their ceremonial best!
  • The Regalia Captain/Lead will assign ceremonial tasks for each Regalia Team member once commencement begins. 

Ambassador Floater (aka LEAD)

  • The FLOATER is our flexible team member who assists wherever needed!
  • You'll move between different ambassador areas providing backup support, covering breaks, and jumping in during busy moments.
  • Perfect for adaptable individuals who enjoy variety and helping teams succeed.

IT Lead

  • Deliver, Set-Up and break down computer equipment & troubleshoot as needed 

Check-In LEAD

  • Scan in Ambassadors - provide meal tickets