SMA applications
UD Social Media Ambassador program now accepting applications
4 p.m., April 22, 2016--The University of Delaware Social Media Ambassador program is now accepting applications from students interested in joining the program for the fall 2016 semester.
Undergraduate students from all majors interested in social media, video production, marketing, photography and event planning are invited to apply.
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The University’s SMA program, overseen by UD’s Social Media team in Communications and Public Affairs, is a unique and fun opportunity for students to gain professional social media experience before graduating.
SMAs are given official Blue Hen Twitter accounts to share their experiences at Delaware with fellow and prospective students. They work as a team to create and curate fun, engaging content for the Blue Hen Says Twitter account, the University of Delaware Vine account as well as other official UD social media accounts such as Facebook and Pinterest.
SMAs also gain special access to cover a variety of campus events -- such as VIP passes to UD football and basketball games, “Tweet seats” at performances by the UD Resident Ensemble Players and press passes to cover campus visits by famous speakers.
SMAs play an important role in the University’s greater communications efforts by helping promote major initiatives and outreach campaigns.
“My favorite part about being an SMA is when my post inspires my followers and friends to attend an event or visit a certain place,” said Tiffany Canjura (@BlueHenTiff), an international business and management major and advertising and Italian minor. “It's a great feeling knowing that you inspired others to get out and get involved!”
Additionally, SMAs have special access to professional development opportunities, including networking events and tips from some of UD’s communications experts.
“I have acquired a better understanding about social media, networking, photography, and everything that goes into being an SMA from my fellow SMAs and guest speakers,” said Dhruvi Sha (@BlueHenDhruvi), a biology major.
Required monthly meetings serve as a time for the entire group to convene, get to know one another and receive information and tips from the UD Social Media Team. The meetings are held once each month during fall and spring semesters from 5-6 p.m. on Tuesdays.
The deadline to complete the online application is noon, Friday, May 6. Accepted applicants will be contacted by the UD social media staff via email. Inquiries can be sent to socialmedia@udel.edu.