My First Semester as an Ambassador

by Rod Alyatim 

I was told about the UMSL Ambassadors by one of my friends. I was looking for a fun way to volunteer and be more involved on campus. In August 2017, I applied for a position. I knew that being in the Ambassadors is an honor and that being able to work so closely with the Office of University Events would be a great way to be more involved. Within a week I got an email asking me to interview! The interview was very enjoyable and quick. Before I knew it I had been accepted.

The Ambassadors meet every month and the first meeting of the year is orientation. After orientation, I started volunteering at events and got to meet so many great people. My favorite event by far was Founders Dinner. It really shows how amazing the UMSL community is! Volunteering at commencement was quite an interesting time because I got to help all the graduates on their special day.

If anyone is looking to be a big part of the UMSL community I would definitely recommend the Ambassadors program! To learn more about us, follow us on Instagram @umsl_ambassador.

Leslie Jones to Headline Mirth Week

by Sydni Jackson


I, along with Awa Konte, are both a part of the Ambassador Team. We also work as the Executive Chair and Administrative Chair, respectively, for the University Program Board and are working now to help bring Mirth Week to life this April.


The University Program Board has announced that for their headlining show they will be hosting Leslie Jones for a stand-up comedy show during Mirth Week on Friday, April 27th. The University Program Board has a history of bringing big names to campus for this annual event. Performers such as Cee Lo Green, Tyga, B.O.B., Miguel, Neon Trees, and Trevor Noah (this past April) have graced the Blanche M. Touhill Anheuser-Busch Auditorium stage for a Mirth Week (formerly known as Mirth Day) headlining show. Last year, tickets for Trevor Noah’s comedy show sold out within 24 hours of being released to the public.

Tickets go on sale for students on February 26th at 10:00 a.m. at the Touhill Box Office for $15 (limit two per student ID) and tickets for the general public go on sale on March 19th at 10:00 a.m. for $35 (limit four per person). If last year is any indication of how fast these tickets will sell out make sure to get yours early