ischool ambassador
iSchool Ambassador
The School of Information Ambassadors represent and promote the iSchool by connecting with prospective students, sharing authentic experiences, and strengthening the school’s presence on campus and online.
Ambassador Roles
Learn about each ambassador’s role and responsibilities.
Objective
The School of Information Ambassadors are student leaders selected to represent and elevate the iSchool’s brand and community. They serve as key connectors between current and prospective students, alumni, faculty, and staff. They share authentic experiences, guide visitors, and highlight the iSchool’s innovative opportunities.
Ambassadors provide valuable feedback to school leadership on student needs, marketing strategies, and outreach initiatives. They also strengthen the iSchool’s digital presence by creating engaging content, ensuring the School of Information’s impact is visible within UT Austin and beyond.
For Prospective Students
Shadowing Program
- Allow prospective students (including high school seniors and transfers) to shadow ambassadors for a class session.
- Can be virtual or in person meetings
- Include tours, group study sessions, and informal coffee chats.
- Capture short interviews with visiting prospective students to share their experience on social media.
Events
TBD (Taxonomy for Ambassador events needed)
- Alumni Mixers
- Gone to Texas
- Orientations
- Graduation
- 40 for Forty
- Q&A panels
Event Status
Scheduled
Date and time: Monday June 15, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location:Virtual
Informatics students learn the skills and knowledge required to collect, manage and analyze data and information, and prepare for the great ethical responsibility that comes with these societally transformative roles.
Social Media
TBD
