You are invited to join our Commencement Ambassador team to help make UC Davis undergraduate commencements an unforgettable experience.
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Testimonials from 2024 Commencement Ambassadors
"Seeing the students graduate is rewarding to see and celebrate with the many students who completed their goal to walk across the commencement stage. :-)"
"Come celebrate and welcome our newest Aggie Alums! See lots of proud parents and families celebrating their hard work! Each graduating senior is special and unique, seeing what they wear and how they decorate their mortarboards up close is amazing! As an alum/staff it's my favorite event to work!"
"Serving as a commencement ambassador is a small but impactful way to celebrate the hard work of the graduates and share in their success."
"The short time I devote is so rewarding! To see a visual representation (the graduates) of why I do the work I do, and work at UC Davis, including seeing proud families, makes it more than worth it. Being in an arena filled with pride - whether graduate, parent, faculty, advisor or friend - is an experience every staff and faculty member should have."
"It is a point of pride to witness the joy in the faces of the families and graduates as they celebrate this major accomplishment. The efforts are so worth it and it feels good to be a part of something so significant for the UC Davis community."
"Volunteering for a commencement ceremony is a wonderful and positive experience filled with joy and a sense of accomplishment for everyone involved. The atmosphere is electric with anticipation and excitement. One of the most memorable moments was witnessing the graduates crossing the stage to receive their diplomas. Seeing their faces beaming with pride as they were surrounded by applause and cheers from their loved ones, was incredibly moving. It felt like being a part of a significant milestone in each graduate's life journey."
"It is a fun celebration...the excitement of the graduates, seeing the joy of the intergenerational families coming in, the music, moving of the tassel, and streamers. And being a part of it! It doesn't matter what job you have on campus, you have a job, because we have students. This is how we celebrate, to see our students graduate!!"
"Being part of a commencement ceremony allows staff members to witness the culmination of students' hard work and achievements. This can be incredibly rewarding and inspiring, reminding staff of the meaningful impact their roles have on students' lives. It also helps build a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose, as staff members from across campus come together to celebrate a significant milestone for the students we all serve."