The Young Alumni Ambassador program has three main components, Talk, Do, See. Combining these three components will inspire this cohort to be better volunteers and leaders. Talk, Do, See provides an action plan an opportunity for young alumni to learn what motivates and inspires them to lead in their personal and professional life. With these components, young alumni will be able to TALK about themselves and their goals; DO and put them into action and SEE the results. Within the pillars, participants will hone and develop leadership skills to improve self, others, and Penn State.

Participants can expect the following:

• Ten-month program that includes monthly and virtual sessions.
• Participation in Penn State’s Alumni Leadership Connections Conference in August 2024, featuring exclusive leadership sessions, world-class alumni speakers and University leaders, and hands-on learning and coaching.
• Develop and understand themselves through a leadership profile.
• Participation in philanthropic and service projects.
• Volunteering with an alumni affiliate group and partnering with other stakeholders.

Selection

At least fifteen recent graduates will be selected from leaders of current student organizations to become participants in the ambassador experience.

To apply, complete the application form which includes:

• Preliminary Questions
• Résumé
• Reference Information
• Interview for selected candidates

Penn State graduates from all University campuses are eligible to apply within one year of graduation.

Ambassador Responsibilities

• Active participant in all Ambassador-related programming;
• Advocate for the Penn State Alumni Association through volunteerism, personal philanthropy, and membership;
• Attend training sessions to learn about Alumni Association membership, its benefits and resources, and more;
• Participate in events sponsored by the Alumni Association and its affiliate groups;
• Assist in planning in-person and virtual events to engage recent alumni with the Alumni Association and Penn State;
• Develop an understanding and appreciation of cultural, ethnic, and individual differences;
• Maintain a relationship with the associate director of Student and Young Alumni Programs;
• Serve as a resource for the Alumni Association’s affiliate group network and help educate groups on how to attract and retain recent alumni;
• Welcome the opportunity to meet with Penn Staters, especially other young alumni.