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Request Science Ambassadors for your next event! Events we've worked in the past include:
- Elementary and middle school STEM/STEAM Nights
- Frontiers of Science lectures
- Science at Breakfast
- Scholarship award ceremonies
- Involvement fairs
*Event date must be at least two weeks away from date of request, but more advance notice is preferred.
Our Ambassadors are engaged, passionate leaders in the College of Science and they excel at getting folks of all ages excited about science and the University of Utah! For questions about the Science Ambassador Program, please reach out to Sam Shaw at sam.shaw@utah.edu.
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Science Ambassadors
science ambassadors
Our College of Science Ambassadors are a group of University of Utah students who are passionate about science and their education. Ambassadors are leaders in our college and help with a wide variety of events, the recruitment of new students, and keeping current students engaged and excited about science.
Community
We host events for all College of Science students throughout the year. Catch us at a Taco Game Night, Dogs & Donuts, or an Involvement Fair to connect with other scientists and find your community on campus!
STEM Exploration
We facilitate events on campus for high school students from all over the Salt Lake Valley. We’ve had the pleasure of hosting the PATHS Program, several local Boys & Girls Clubs, and other school groups over the years.
Mentoring
Starting in 2022, we mentor first year students in our Science Themed Communities on campus. We provide support and resources to help make the transition to the U as smooth as possible and set our first year students up for success!
Outreach
One of our favorite opportunities is getting to go out to local elementary and middle schools to do activities or experiments with younger students. We’ve had a blast at STEM and STEAM Days as well as career exploration fairs.
What the Ambassadors Do
- Give private tours of the Science Campus
- Host group visits from local clubs and schools
- Host larger events with STEM activities and games
- Talk one on one about what it’s like to be a science student at the U (email us below!)
- Welcome incoming students at New Student Orientation
- Host student socials and other networking or de-stressing events
- Help find classes at the beginning of each semester
- Mentor first year students on our floor in Kahlert Village
- Answer questions about classes, majors, and more (email us below)!
- Participate in outreach events for the community
- Greet guests at alumni or donor events
- Visit classrooms to talk about our experiences in STEM
Request Ambassadors for your next event using this form!
Did an Ambassador impress you at an event you attended? Give them Kudos here.
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Stay up to date on everything the ambassadors are up to, like events and activities!
Meet Our Current Ambassadors
Click on the photos below to learn more about each of our Science Ambassadors!
You can reach out to them via email to ask questions or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with them. They can talk to you about:
- Choosing a major or minor
- Getting into research
- Gaining leadership experiences
- Succeeding in classes
- Finding your community on campus
- and much more!
Please don't hesitate to reach out to one of our Student Ambassadors. They are here for you!
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Applications are closed for 2024. We will hire again in January of 2025. More info about the position and application here.
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Summer Chemistry
This summer chemistry program is offered to qualified high school students, who have completed either their junior or sophomore year, and have one or more years of chemistry completed. Eight hours of credit are awarded. This credit will be applied toward University of Utah graduation requirements. It will satisfy the general education requirement in the physical and life sciences and it is also transferable credit.
Who: Qualified high school students who have completed sophomore or junior year and completed at least one year of chemistry
When: Summer
Where: Chemistry Department
Contact: For more information, please contact Professor Jeff Statler, Department of Chemistry at (801) 581-6681 or e-mail at statler@chem.utah.edu
Program Admission: Admission into the program requires a nomination from the student’s high school chemistry teacher. Utah high school chemistry teachers are contacted in January of each year. Scholarships are given based on nominations and program deadlines.