Forever Buffs Network Ambassador Program

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All it takes is one connection to change a life. You can be that connection.

The Forever Buffs Network Ambassador Program is perfect for alumni and students looking to make a big impact over a period of three months from the comfort of their own home. It is an exclusive volunteer opportunity dedicated to creating a more personal and welcoming experience on the Forever Buffs Network. You will become a part of a community of Buffs from all over the world and learn about online engagement in a whole new way. Applications are open to all Forever Buffs, so alumni and students from all over the country can be involved! The only requirement is that you must join the Forever Buffs Network and apply before the deadline.

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Key Dates 2022–23

Fall Session I 2022

Sept. 16: Deadline to apply for Ambassador program

Sept. 19–21: 20-minute phone call interview

Sept. 29, 6–7 p.m. MDT: Ambassador kick-off event via Zoom

Oct. 6, 6–7 p.m. MDT: Ambassador training meeting via Zoom

Oct. 27–29: Homecoming Ambassador meet-up in Boulder *optional

Nov. 3, 6–7 p.m. MDT: Monthly check-in via Zoom 

Dec. 1, 6–7 p.m. MST: Monthly check-in via Zoom 

Dec. 15, 6–7 p.m. MST: Closing ceremony via Zoom 

Spring Session II 2023

Feb. 3: Deadline for alumni and students to apply to join Ambassador program

Jan. 30 – Feb. 8: 10-20 minute introductory call

Feb. 11, 12–2:30 p.m. MDT: Ambassador Kick-Off and Training via Zoom

Mar. 9, 6–7 p.m. MDT: Monthly Check-In via Zoom 

Mar. 30, 6–7 p.m. MDT: Virtual Networking Event via Zoom

Apr. 20, 6–7 p.m. MST: Monthly Check-In via Zoom 

May 18,  6–7 p.m. MST:  Closing Ceremony via Zoom

If you are a CU Boulder alumn or a current student who is interested in either connecting with new Buffs or wants to learn more about online networking, your perspective and experience will be valuable to this program. As an Ambassador, you will serve as a leader on this growing online platform and help engage new users who need your help understanding its capabilities. The network has the potential to help any user on their personal and professional journey and you will serve as the guide. Through regular monthly meetings and engaging on the network on a weekly basis, you can have a long-term impact on the Forever Buffs Network as well as on other Buffs’ lives.

We encourage Forever Buffs from diverse backgrounds and identities with all different genders, classes, races, abilities, sexual orientations, geographic locations and more to apply. One goal of this program is to create a supportive and inclusive community where Ambassadors not only connect with Buffs on the network, but with each other, too. 

  • Welcome new users with an open and personable attitude

  • Answer questions users may have

  • Recruit new people to join

  • Engage with users through comments, likes and replies

Optional

  • Post jobs on the job board

  • Encourage Buff-owned business owners to post on the business directory

  • Support other alumni groups via feed posts

  • Attend the monthly virtual meeting where you will:

    • Connect with other Ambassadors

    • Receive training on the features of the Forever Buffs Network

    • Offer critical feedback about your network experience to Alumni Association staff

  • Complete monthly checklists that track the completion of your duties

  • Attend the closing celebration where you will be recognized for your accomplishments and receive awards based on your overall performance and effort

  • Act as an advocate for the Alumni Association and the Forever Buffs Network

  • Engage on the network at least one hour per week. This hour can be split up throughout the whole week.

  • Be a critical and contributing member to the growth of CU Boulder’s newest global online platform

  • Join a welcoming and supportive community of fellow Buffs of all different backgrounds and identities

  • Diversify your professional skills by receiving training around online engagement 

  • Receive a “Thank You” package full of CU Boulder swag customized to you

  • Make an impact by giving back your time and talent to the CU Boulder community

Ambassadors will receive the opportunity to renew their membership in the spring if they are interested, but they are not required to do so. There will be another recruitment cycle in the spring in order to allow new people to join the program.

Please note, this is a three-month program. The Ambassador Program is flexible with your schedule, so your level of engagement can vary throughout depending on life circumstances, but we ask you do your best to watch the training, attend monthly meetings, complete checklists in a timely manner and engage on the network on a weekly basis. This is to ensure our Ambassadors fulfill their expected responsibilities while being mindful of their time and other commitments.

Joana (Anth; Engl'20)

“Bring your creative ideas into the space. People will listen and take them seriously and you never know, they might actually be implemented!

I really enjoyed my experience. The people I met were wonderful and passionate about helping the school and to get the Forever Buffs Network rolling.” 

Martha (IntAf; Econ'14)

“Connecting to new Buffs makes you feel like you're working towards a common mission and to me this program was an avenue to show gratitude to the university for my amazing college experience.

To me, being an Ambassador means representing our university professionally and guiding fellow Buffs to continue being connected as a community in the digital space.”

Jim (Fin'93)

“The Ambassador Program is an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse group of people, all interested in contributing to a vibrant and engaged community. It means being an innovator, community builder and active listener.

I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to be more engaged with fellow CU Buffs but might not be able to make it to campus for in-person volunteering events. It also helps to be a creative problem solver, a people-person and an open communicator.”

Dale (AeroEngr'93)

“Jump In! It is a safe, easy and impactful way to give back to CU and you will definitely meet fellow Forever Buffs you would have never met before and will come to love CU just a little bit (or a lot) more!

I would absolutely recommend it to others. It is something you can do from home, is not a strain on your time and, frankly, gives you the opportunity to get to know CU's premier social networking platform and all it offers.”

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