
Office of Undergraduate Admission
(845) 257-3200 • admissions@newpaltz.edu
A Student Ambassador is the primary student contact between the public and SUNY New Paltz in the area of Undergraduate Admission. A Student Ambassador is charged with serving as a host to visiting prospective students and their families as well as providing guidance and information over the phone and through e-mail.
Each Student Ambassador is expected to carry out all tasks assigned to them in an exemplary manner. They are called upon to assist with the hiring and training of new Ambassadors and T.A.L.O.N.S. members as well as assist with the organization of large scale events. In many instances, Ambassadors participate in events and tours outside of the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
Anyone interested in becoming a Student Ambassador must meet the following criteria:
A link to the Spring 2025/2026 Student Ambassador application can be found below. When filling out your application, please be sure to carefully review the Student Ambassador and Welcome Center Greeter requirements and responsibilities to ensure that you fully understand the commitments of the position.
Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 Student Ambassador Application
Application Due Dates:
Interview Dates
Decision Release Dates
Dates are subject to change.
Join T.A.L.O.N.S.! As a member of our T.A.L.O.N.S. team, you will assist the Office of Undergraduate Admission by sharing your experiences at New Paltz with high school and community college students and their families who are trying to figure out if New Paltz is the school for them! Additionally, participating in T.A.L.O.N.S. looks great on a Student Ambassador application!
QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT:
Katlynn Rood
Assistant Director of Freshman Admission
Coordinator of Campus Visit Experience
roodk@newpaltz.edu