Library Ambassadors get involved with the library and have fun doing it! Ambassadors are volunteers who receive co-curricular credit for taking part in activities that promote the library. This opportunity is available for 6-8 U of T Scarborough Students.
Program Goals
- Create opportunities for students to contribute ideas to their library and engage in fun activities
- Plan and hold events to bring students into the library for reasons other than to study
- Increase library staff awareness of student needs, interests, and opinions
- Promote the library as a U of T Scarborough community hub.
Commitment
Library Ambassadors are selected annually in the fall, and meet with each other and library staff at least twice a term (4 meetings total).
Activities
While Ambassadors are free and encouraged to suggest new ideas for events, possible event types include:
- Book club or article club: reading and discussion, open to all students
- Colouring event: one-time or recurring event for fun
- Game night
- Human library: appointments with interesting people
- Therapy dog visit: prior to or during exam period
- Unstudy spots: de-stress breaks during exams
- Writing club: for students of any gender
- Blind date with a book: check out a mystery wrapped book tied to a theme
How to Apply
Fall Deadline: Join us! We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. To submit your application, please visit us on our new webpage and fill out the webform.
Testimonials
Here is what some Ambassadors had to say about their experience last year:
Being a library ambassador was a blast -- I got the chance to meet some really fun people and have made friendships that will last a lifetime. Planning and helping out with events got me out of my comfort zone and allowed me to develop my leadershop and teamwork skills a lot more. Being part of the "Ask Scarby" team was such a unique experience and is definitely one of the greatest highlights of my university career!
Being a library ambassador, it is never just something I can put on the resume and CCR records. I was able to learn a lot of interpersonal skills which benefits me the most. Plus, we have many cool members and great ideas.