The Program at a Glance
Designed to provide York students with a unique perspective on the University community, the President’s Ambassador Program offers opportunities for current undergraduate and graduate students to serve as representatives of the University and to share their experiences as York students with fellow students, staff, faculty, and alumni.
2025 - 2026 Cohort Applications closed on May 30, 2025.
Only Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Serving as a President’s Ambassador gives you a unique platform to amplify the student voice, grow as a leader, and learn from a community of changemakers – students, staff, faculty, and alumni – who are contributing to positive change locally and globally."
— Taline Apelian-Sutor, President's Ambassador
PROGRAM DETAILS
Students who successfully complete the program requirements will receive an honorarium up to $250/semester and a letter of recognition from the President to thank them for their participation in the program.
Responsibilities
- Attend In-person training sessions
- Participate in Career, DEI & Sustainability Training.
- Collaborate with campus partners
- Represent York at in-person events on and off campus.
- Participate in the completion of the ambassadors' legacy project.
- Participate in Sustainability trainings or events
- Attend meetings with the President & Senior Administration.
- Attend general ambassador meetings
- Complete a program survey
Qualifications
- Current undergraduate or graduate student at York University engaged in student life, academics, or other opportunities at York University
- Willingness to showcase and represent York University to internal and external communities at various events
- Ability to collect and share the diverse experiences of current students
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Excellent teamwork and collaborative skills.
Ambassadors
Learn about the engaged student leaders who make up the current and past cohorts of the President's Ambassador Program.
Legacy Projects
Each year, members of the President’s Ambassador Program are tasked with completing a legacy project that aligns with the President’s Pillars and the University's priorities.
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