The mission of FACS Student Ambassadors is to represent our fellow students, facilitate relationships, and impact Athens and the UGA community through intentional service.
These students represent the College of Family and Consumer Sciences at a variety of events such as career days, recruiting activities, alumni functions, special visitation days, high school student activities, seminars and receptions. At all times, the student representatives act as true ambassadors of the College via their language, appearance and activities.
Student Ambassadors Attend
- The College of Family and Consumer Sciences leadership retreat held on a weekend during the fall semester
- FACS Week events in October
- Monthly meetings throughout the year
- Assist with high school tour groups
- Meet with prospective students and their families
How Are Student Ambassadors Chosen?
Each year, outstanding undergraduates are chosen to be the primary student communicators for the College of Family and Consumer Sciences and to develop their leadership abilities for future professional roles. Ambassadors are selected based on their academic records, interpersonal skills, leadership experience and dependability.
Who is Eligible?
- Full-time undergraduate students
- 2.75 minimum grade point average
- Enrolled in the College at least one semester
- At least two semesters (fall and spring) remaining before graduation
- A commitment to positively promoting the College
What Do I Need to Apply?
- A completed application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
How Can I Learn More?
For questions about the FACS Student Ambassador Program please email success@uga.edu.
Application
Applications for the 2024-2025 Academic Year are closed.
2024-2025 FACS Student Ambassadors
| Name | FACS Major |
| Theodora Afantchao | Nutritional Sciences |
|
Precious Ahabue |
Nutritional Sciences |
| Davia Allen | Social Entrepreneurship for Consumer Well-Being |
|
Tayamarie Bebecka |
Human Development and Family Science |
|
Laney Cline |
Consumer Economics |
|
Gabriela Contreras |
Dietetics |
| Rachel Dougal | Human Development and Family Science |
|
Tara Goff |
Dietetics & Culinary Science and Nutrition |
|
Elizabeth Grant |
Human Development and Family Science |
| Janyia Hightower | Dietetics |
| Mackenna Jenkins | Nutritional Sciences |
| Rachel La Kier | Human Development and Family Science |
| Anna MacLeod | Consumer Economics & Housing Management and Policy |
| Taitum Maxwell |
Social Entrepreneurship for Consumer Well-Being |
|
Sydney Munnagle |
Nutritional Sciences |
|
Kristen Phillips |
Human Development and Family Science |
|
Molly Piller |
Nutritional Sciences |
|
Avery Symons |
Human Development and Family Science |
|
Deniella Tenenbaum |
Financial Planning & Housing Management and Policy |
|
Emma Thomas |
Human Development and Family Science |
| Katrina Wood |
Financial Planning & Housing Management and Policy |
Meet Ambassadors
Ayeley Theodora Afantchao
Childhood bout with malnutrition inspired her passion for knowledge
Davia Allen
Allen contributes to family legacy of FACS graduates
Rachel Dougal
HDFS major said the program is a perfect fit for her interests
Sydney Munnagle
Wisconsin native found a major she loved in nutritional sciences
Kristen Phillips
First-generation student said college's welcoming faculty made her feel at home
Molly Piller
Close-knit nature of FACS has helped pre-med student build community