Advancement Ambassadors are an integral part of alumni and donor events at Augustana, serving as a representative of the student body while gaining hands-on experience in the fields of event planning, fundraising and business networking.

We congratulate and welcome our 2013-2014 Advancement Ambassadors!

• Patrick Brende, a junior from Sioux Falls, majoring in BSAD/Communications, Government and Spanish
• Dillon Cathro, a freshman from Omaha, Neb., majoring in French, Spanish, Modern Foreign Languages and International Studies
• Ali Lammers, a junior from Hartington, Neb., majoring in Nursing
• Deann Naab, a junior from Worthington, Minn., majoring in Biochemistry (ACS) and Pre-Pharmacy
• Jesse Nelson, a sophomore from Milbank, S.D., majoring in Government & International Affairs and Philosophy
• Ethan Pauley, a sophomore from Vale, S.D., majoring in Biochemistry (ACS)
• Lance Shaull, a sophomore from Sioux Falls, majoring in Biology
• Matthew Stoffel, a sophomore from Sherburn, Minn., majoring in English, Journalism and Theatre
• Courtney Storm, a sophomore from Ethan, S.D., majoring in Elementary and Special Education
• Katelyn Susie, a sophomore from Kingsley, Iowa, majoring in Elementary Education and Special Education with a Kindergarten and ELL endorsement
• Emily Weber, a junior from Sioux City, Iowa, majoring in Biology with a minor in English
• Emily Wehde, a sophomore from Sioux Falls, majoring in Biology with a minor in Spanish
• Tess Wentworth, a sophomore from Stickney, S.D., who is majoring in Communications & Business and International Studies
• Hanna Werling, a sophomore from Milbank, S.D., who is majoring in Fitness Management

2012-13 Advancement Ambassadors

• Patrick Brende, a junior from Sioux Falls, majoring in Government, Spanish, BSAD/Communications
• Logan Enze, a senior from Sioux Falls, majoring in Vocal Music Education
• Hannah Kuelbs, a senior from Springfield, Minn., majoring in BSAD/Communications and Music
• Jenna Legred, a sophomore from Bricelyn, Minn., majoring in BSAD, with a Psychology minor
• Ethan Pauley, a sophomore from Vale, S.D., majoring in Bio-Chemistry (ACS)
• Erin Schoenbeck, a senior from Watertown, S.D., majoring in Business Administration/ non-profit and Government/ International Affairs
• Courtney Storm, a sophomore from Ethan, S.D., majoring in Elementary and Special Education
• Tess Wentworth, a sophomore from Stickney, S.D., who is majoring in Nursing
• Hanna Werling, a sophomore from Milbank, S.D., who is undecided on her major
• Kadyn Wittman, a senior from Willmar, Minn., majoring in Sociology

Becoming an Advancement Ambassador offers a student countless opportunities to enhance their resume and create lasting relationships with alumni, donors, staff and community members benefiting them both professionally and personally.

If you have questions or would like more information about this program, please contact Advancement Intern Erin Schoenbeck at eschoenbeck@augie.edu.

Responsibilities of Ambassadors will include attending meetings with donors and Major Gift Officers; assisting with event set-up, execution, and tear-down; help with special projects as needed; as well as being a spokesperson for the College, portraying the advantages and benefits of an Augustana education. For more details and compensation information, see the full job description.