College of Education announces new ambassadors program

The College of Education (COE) is recruiting UHCL alumni to become student ambassadors for COE. COE includes several programs like counseling and curriculum design to teach future educators. UHCL offers doctorate and graduate degrees in their education programs.

“As an ambassador, I serve as an advocate for UHCL and the Literacy Program,” said Rosie Ann Sanchez, ambassador of the Literacy, Library and Learning Technologies program. “This requires that I inform prospective students of my experiences and answer any questions they may have about the program at recruiting events.”

COE seeks to train students to become future educators who will provide quality education for its pupils in their field of study. Each department offers programs for future educators to learn in.

“As a veteran teacher (this year marks my 12th year) at a Title 1 school in the public education system, I have gained insight into the demands of teachers and how UHCL’s Literacy Program helps meet those demands,” said Sanchez. “The UHCL Literacy Program provides access to research-based assessment and instruction techniques required to meet the diverse needs of our youth today.  These techniques include intervention and enrichment methods in foundation and comprehension skills through authentic literature and varying instructional delivery modes.” 

COE is looking for students who do more than what is asked for, maintain good relationships with fellow students and professors alike, and never stop learning. 

“To become an ambassador, one must demonstrate a constant passion for learning and continuing education outside of what is expected in the classroom, as well as positive relationships with peers and professors and an eagerness to learn and grow,” Sanchez said. 

Sanchez was inspired to become an ambassador because she wants to educate and help fellow teachers and students. Teachers work together and with their students to build a team and relationship that will foster educational growth in students.

“What has driven me to become an ambassador and professor is a passion to help and educate other teachers in the field. It is important that we help educators and pre-service teachers build upon one another’s successes and progress towards the ultimate goal of developing student achievement. My goal is to serve UHCL students with the utmost level of commitment, professionalism, knowledge and support that was afforded me as I pursued my graduate degree at the university.”