Fall Ambassador Information

Join the Ambassador Team

Group selfie of smiling people in purple shirts outside a building
Group selfie of five smiling volunteers wearing lanyards, purple and teal shirts outdoors
Group selfie in elevator, smiling diverse team wearing matching purple shirts
Group photo of four staff in teal shirts smiling at indoor graduation, stage and rows of graduates
Group selfie of smiling students in UC Davis shirts outside a campus building
Two-panel: woman with basket beside blue mascot in graduation gown; selfie of two smiling women
Graduate hugging person in blue mascot costume on school lawn, crowd taking photos
Selfie of five smiling people at event, three in purple shirts and a blue bird mascot.
Four people smiling at a cafeteria table with food and conference lanyards
Smiling group selfie of volunteers in purple UCLA shirts outdoors
Two smiling women at a graduation ceremony, wearing academic robes and stoles
Two smiling women courtside in an arena; one in zebra-striped top, one in green jacket
Three smiling women taking a selfie against blue and yellow banners.
Three smiling women wearing lanyards posing in a lit arena
Two women and a man in blue academic robes smiling on a decorated stage
Three smiling women in black tops with lanyards, posing before beige curtains
Smiling diverse group in purple shirts taking a selfie inside an elevator
Two smiling people posing with blue bird mascot in gown and gold stole at indoor ceremony
Two smiling students beside a blue dragon mascot wearing a gold stole in stadium
Five smiling conference attendees in purple shirts, selfie-style photo in elevator

Registration will Open Soon!

Mark your calendars! Ambassador registration opens on October 26, 2026. We look forward to having you join us for Fall Commencement! Explore the Ambassador roles and opportunities below to learn more about how you can get involved.

Welcome!

Thank you for your commitment and willingness to be a part of the Fall 2026 Commencement, happening at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at the University Credit Union Center (a.k.a. U Center or UCUC, and formerly known as the ARC Pavilion). Your support is greatly needed and appreciated.

Undergraduate Commencement
Ceremony		SaturdayDecember 12, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Ambassador Roles

Gunrock Ambassador

Accessibility Greeter (Inside U Center)

ACCESSIBILITY GREETER (INSIDE U CENTER)

Location: Inside | Interaction: Graduates

  • 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 the Arena Floor Team.

Arena Floor - Aisle Marshals

ARENA FLOOR - AISLE MARSHALS 

Location: Inside (Arena Floor) | Interaction: Graduates | UC Davis Robe Required (provided) 

  • Direct graduates to seating upon arena floor arrival. 
  • Manage student movement throughout the ceremony, ensure graduates remain seated until appropriate times, and assist with row dismissal during name-reading. 
  • Guide graduates to restrooms/water and ensure return to seats. 
  • Must enjoy smiling, herding cats, and cheering loudly!

Communications

COMMUNICATIONS 

Location: Inside | Interaction: Graduates, Guest & Ambassadors 

  • This role is only open to staff who work in Strategic Communications and Student Affairs & Marketing. 

Grad Help Desk

GRAD HELP DESK

Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates 

  • 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 helpers! 

Guest & Graduate Greeter (Inside ARC)

GUEST & GRADUATE GREETER (INSIDE ARC)

Location: Inside (ARC Lobby) | Interaction: Graduates & Guests 

  • Direct graduates needing cap and gown pickup to Meeting Room 2. 
  • Handle ticketing issues by directing guests to the Box Office and serving as a liaison between guests and UCUC staff. 
  • Perfect for those who enjoy helping solve last-minute needs!

Guest Greeters (Outside U Center)

GUEST GREETERS (OUTSIDE U CENTER)

Location: Outside | Interaction: Graduates & Guests 

  • 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!

Gunrock

GUNROCK

Location: Inside & Outside | Interaction: Graduates and Guests 

  • Sport the Gunrock costume and interact with graduates and guests. 

Mobility Stop Greeter (Outside)

MOBILITY STOP GREETER (OUTSIDE)

Location: Outside | Interaction: Graduates & Guests 

  • Direct guests and graduates with mobility needs to the Mobility Shuttle. 
  • Requires standing/walking outdoors and serving as a liaison between Commencement and UCUC staff. 
  • Great for those who want to ensure accessibility for all!

Regalia Team - Stage Party (UCUC Special Events Room)

REGALIA TEAM - STAGE PARTY (UCUC SPECIAL EVENTS ROOM) 

Location: Inside (Special Events Room) | Interaction: Campus Leaders, Faculty & Special Guests | UC Davis Robe Required (provided) 

  • 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 Room Attendant

AMBASSADOR ROOM ATTENDANT

Location: Inside (Racquetball Room #1) | Interaction: Ambassadors/Staff 

  • Check-in/out ambassadors, distribute name tags, meal tickets, and t-shirts. 
  • Answer questions and update commencement lead on staffing changes/no-shows. 
  • Collect returned supplies. 
  • Requires walking/sitting indoors - be our ambassador headquarters

Arena Floor - Greeters

ARENA FLOOR - GREETERS

Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates | UC Davis Robe Required (provided)

  • See the grads up close and personal!
  • 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! 
  • To expedite students crossing the stage, the Aggie Arena Floor Team will assist with student movement and directions.

Grad Greeter (SE tunnel of UCUC)

GRAD GREETER (SE TUNNEL OF UCUC)

Location: Inside (SE Tunnel) | Interaction: Graduates

  • Assist with robe checks, remind grads of prohibited items, and confirm Grad Cards before UCUC entry.
  • Direct graduates missing regalia to the Cap/Gown pick-up. (location TBD)
  • Liaison to the commencement lead for mobility issues or special circumstances.
  • Requires standing/walking!

 

Grad Scanners

GRAD SCANNERS 

Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates 

  • This role will scan Grad Cards as graduates enter the UCUC. 
  • On-site training will be provided. 
  • Requires standing/walking! 
  • Graduates without a Grad Card will be directed to the Grad Help Desk for assistance.

Guest Greeters (Indoors - Section 212)

GUEST GREETERS (INDOORS - SECTION 212) 

Location: Inside (Section 212) | Interaction: VIPs & Special Guests 

  • 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!

Guest Greeters (U Center - Concourse)

GUEST GREETERS (U CENTER - CONCOURSE) 

Location: Inside (Concourse Level) | Interaction: Guests 

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

Gunrock Handler

GUNROCK HANDLER

Location: Inside & Outside | Interaction: Graduates & Guests

  • Serve as the main point of contact for mascot appearances throughout the ceremony. 
  • Coordinate Gunrock’s timing and locations, assist the individual wearing the costume as needed, and help facilitate interactions and photo opportunities with graduates and guests. 
  • Requires standing/walking and high energy!

Regalia Team - Faculty Party (UCUC Special Events Room)

REGALIA TEAM - FACULTY PARTY (UCUC SPECIAL EVENTS ROOM) 

Location: Inside (Special Events Room) | Interaction: Campus Leaders, Faculty & Special Guests | UC Davis Robe Required (provided) 

  • 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. 
Gunrock Ambassador Lead

What is a Lead?

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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