SFA Spirit
Ambassador Essentials
Talk The Talk
Mentorship Matters
What would you do?
100

These two colors represent SFA school spirit? 

What's is purple and white

100

Showing up prepared and following through on commitments demonstrates this quality.

What is dependability 

100

These two details make a simple introduction to a prospective student.

what is your name a major 

100

A person who offers guidance and encouragement to someone with less experience is called this.

What is a mentor 

100

A prospective student is standing alone near your table. What do you do?

Greet them, introduce yourself, and invite a conversation without pressure.

200

This tree cutting figure is SFA's mascot

What is the lumberjack

200

Giving someone your attention and responding thoughtfully demonstrates this communication skill.

What is active listening

200

“What subjects or activities do you enjoy?” is this type of question because it invites more than a yes-or-no answer.

What is an open ended question

200

Before giving advice to a student who is struggling, a mentor should first do this.

What is listen and try to understand

200

A student says, “I don’t know what I want to major in.” How do you respond?

Ask about their interests and help them explore options without deciding for them.

300

This three-word phrase accompanies SFA’s signature hand sign.

What is Axe' em Jacks

300

Your words, attitude, and actions should reflect positively on these two groups you represent.

What are SFA and the CTE ambassador program

300

A short example from your own college journey can help students connect with you. It is this kind of story.

What is personal experience 

300

Encouraging a student to make their own informed choices helps build this.

What is confidence or independence 

300

Your teammate is doing all the talking during a visit. How can you help create a balanced conversation?

Respectfully invite others to contribute and make room for the student’s questions.

400

This colorful nickname belongs to SFA’s student cheering section.

What is the purple haze student section

400

When you do not know an answer, this response protects your credibility and helps the student.

What is admitting you are unsure and helping find accurate information?

400

Instead of promising that a student will receive a scholarship, an ambassador should help them do this.

What is find official scholarship information and eligibility requirements?

400

When a student needs help beyond your knowledge or role, you should connect them with this.

What is an appropriate campus resource or qualified staff member

400

You realize you gave a student incorrect information. What should you do next?

Acknowledge the mistake, verify the information, and provide the correction.

500

SFA opened for its first classes in this year.

What is 1923

500

Name three actions that help make an outreach event welcoming and inclusive.

What are greeting students, inviting questions, and having a positive attitude 

500

Demonstrate a 30-second introduction that includes your name, major, one personal experience, and a question for the student

Award points if the team includes all four elements and uses a welcoming tone.

500

Name three ways to support a new student during their transition to college.

What are checking in, sharing useful resources, and or helping them get involved

500

A student says, “I’m worried I won’t fit in at college.” Demonstrate a supportive response.

Acknowledge the concern, ask what worries them, and suggest a relevant way to find connection or support.