College of Business Ambassadors

The CAPS ambassadors are a motivated group of business undergraduate students representing the College of Business and supporting prospective and current students.

Ambassador Applications

To be selected as a CAPS ambassador is an honor and an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth. CAPS ambassadors possess strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a sense of pride in the college and the University of Louisville.

Note: Applicants must request a letter of recommendation from a University of Louisville or College of Business faculty/staff member as part of the application process. The letter of recommendation must be received by the application deadline and is included as part of the application process.

We are not currently accepting applications for CAPS ambassadors.

What is CAPS?

CAPS is our taxonomy of student success: Connections, Analytics, Pride and Support.

Connections

Connection to peers, professors and professionals.

Analytics

Use data the right way to make sure students are successful.

Pride

Create a sense of community and belonging.

Support

Support for goals related to academic, personal and career success.

Duties and Responsibilities

Tours, Orientation, Academic Planning and Workshops

  • Represent the college or university at recruitment events, such as college fairs, open houses and campus visits
  • Serve as hosts/tour guides during special events on campus
  • Meet and greet with prospective students, families, alumni and special guests
  • Give presentations about the college or university
  • Provide general information to prospective students and their families
  • Participate in student recruitment activities and special events
  • Facilitate workshops focused on advising topics and student success

Community Building and Culture

  • Create a welcoming and supportive environment
  • Build community and create a sense of pride
  • Support, plan, and host various events

Peer Mentoring and Student Engagement

  • Promote the College of Business Cardinal Flight digital badging program
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with prospective and current students
  • Serve as a mentor to assigned students
  • Provide outreach support to prospective and current students
  • Collaborate with the supervisor/student services team on special projects

Social Media Ambassador Team (This role is only offered to a select group of ambassadors)

  • Brainstorm ideas for social media content for multiple platforms, including Instagram and TikTok
  • Produce and edit at least one (1) video per week
  • Attend events to create promotional content
  • Collaborate with the other members of the social media ambassador team and College of Business marketing staff

Benefits

  • Develop leadership skills
  • Build relationships with new and future students
  • Unique access to professional development opportunities
  • Enhance public speaking and interpersonal communication skills
  • Resume-building experience that can be shared with potential employers
  • Deepen your knowledge of the university, College of Business and campus community
  • Receive an official College of Business polo shirt and name tag
  • Have fun and make a difference

Questions?

Contact Renecia G. Davis, assistant director of undergraduate student services.

Email Renecia