Meet the Honors Ambassadors
The Honors College Ambassadors (A - Team) are dedicated students that represent the Honors College through service at recruitment and community events. Honors Ambassadors demonstrate academic achievement and involvement within the Honors College, and at Florida Gulf Coast University. Meet the 2022 - 2023 Honors Ambassadors.
Want to connect with an Honors Ambassador or set up a time to learn more about the Honors College at FGCU? The Honors College offers both virtual and in-person opportunities to connect.
Ashley
Major: Political Science '23
Through the Honors College Monday Messages, I was introduced to the Dominican Republic
Outreach Program (DROP). I now serve as the President for this service-based organization,
and I couldn't be happier.
Barjon
Major: Accounting '24
My favorite part of the Honors College so far has been the involvement as an Honors
Ambassador. I have served for two years, and I enjoy talking with prospective students
at events like Eagle Expo and Say Yes to the Nest. I also have met other Honors students
that share similar experiences as me, as an Honors Ambassador.
Dominique
Major: Psychology '24
My favorite part of the Honors College so far is the Honors Embedded Courses such as "Brain and Behavior," "Psychology of Death and Dying," and the Honors Standalone
Course, "The Seven Deadly Sins."
Gustavo
Major: Political Science and History '25
My favorite part about the Honors College has been the benefits that it brings to
you. As a double major, the access to priority registration has allowed me to take
awesome classes that otherwise would not have been available. As a result, I've been
able to connect with several professors by working on Honors Contracts and Embedded
courses while expanding my education.
Kendyl
Major: Nursing '25
My favorite part of the Honors College was my first year sequence course in Anatomy
and Physiology I. I loved having a super small class size, getting to know my peers,
and finding friends that have similar interests and career aspirations. I enjoyed
being able to have a good relationship with my professors. It was a great introduction
to FGCU and the Honors College.
Mackenzie
Major: Construction Management '25
I loved taking the Honors Standalone course, "What is an American," because it opened
my eyes to many different cultures and perspectives and the Honors College is all
about helping students become more well-rounded individuals.
Madelyn
Major: English and Communication '24
I enjoy the different academic opportunities within the Honors College. There is something
for everyone, regardless of major. As someone who enjoys creative writing, I love
that students can create a film, short story, or play for an Honors Thesis. It's a
great way to include everyone's academic background.
Marykate
Major: Biology '25
My favorite part of the Honors College is all of the leadership opportunities. Some
of the first leadership experiences I have at FGCU are Serving on the Honors Senate
previously, and as a current Honors Ambassador. Both have helped me grow as a leader.
Michelle
Major: Political Science '23
My favorite part of the Honors College is the classes. I have taken a few Honors Embedded
Courses, and I have been able to learn more about the subject through these opportunities.
My International Relations course embedded project allowed me to focus on women in
India and other parts of the world, helping women become education and active members
of society.
Ryan
Major: Secondary Math Education and Mathematics '23
My favorite part of the Honors College is the Honors Thesis. I just recently started
the Honors Thesis process, and I was able to pick a topic I am personally interested
in, that combines both of my majors and strengthens my knowledge in both fields.
Become an Ambassador
Applications for the 2023 - 2024 Honors Ambassadors closed Friday, March 3 at 11:59 pm.The Criteria for Serving as an Honors College Ambassador Include:
- Commitment to the Ambassador program for the entire academic year, unless graduating during the academic year.
- Attend A-Team training during the fall semester, and a regroup at the start of the spring semester.
- Complete 10 Ambassador points each semester. Point earning activities include, but are not limited to: recruitment events, panels, and providing support for the Honors College Admission process.
- Maintain good standing within the Honors College.
- Demonstrate a positive representation of FGCU, the Ambassadors, the Honors College, and of oneself.
- Must be enrolled as a fulltime undergraduate student in the Honors College for at least one semester before applying.
