Student Ambassador Program

Building Community. Fostering Connections.

Navigating life as a PreHealth undergraduate can be challenging — but you don’t have to do it alone! The PMPH Student Ambassador Program connects students to foster mentorship, leadership, and community within Northeastern’s PreHealth network.

Our goal is to create an inclusive, supportive PreHealth community that helps students thrive academically, socially, and professionally. PMPH Student Ambassadors serve as leaders and peer mentors, supporting first-year students, and representing PMPH at campus events.

Open to undergraduate students in their second year or above (on any NU campus) who are actively pursuing a pre-health pathway supported by our office—including medicine, dentistry, physician assistant, veterinary medicine, optometry, or podiatry—this volunteer opportunity fosters leadership, communication, and community-building while empowering ambassadors to make a lasting impact on the Northeastern PreHealth community.

Student Ambassador positions are limited to undergraduate students in their second year or above who are pursuing one of the pre-health tracks mentioned above.

First-year PMPH students on any Northeastern campus are encouraged to participate as mentees if they’d like to connect with peers who have been in their shoes. This structure allows first-year students to focus on adjusting to college life while gaining valuable guidance and insight from experienced mentors. As students enter their second year, they are encouraged to apply for a Student Ambassador position and take on a leadership role within the PMPH community.

Student Ambassador applications for the Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 academic year will open August 2026!

First-year Mentee applications for the Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 academic year will open September 2026! 

Student Ambassador Program Process

PMPH Student Ambassadors serve in a dual role as both Community Ambassadors and Peer Mentors. As Community Ambassadors, they represent the PMPH community at special events and help foster connections among peers and within the broader Northeastern community. In their role as Peer Mentors, they provide support and guidance to first-year PreHealth students, helping them navigate their academic and professional journeys.

Student Ambassador roles run each academic term (Fall to Spring). Applications to become a Student Ambassador open August each year.

Community Engagement Component

Student Ambassadors contribute to building community by participating in PMPH events and activities such as:

  • Annual Health Professions Conference
  • Special Campus Events
  • Student Panels and Mixers
  • Tabling at Information Fairs/Welcome Days

Peer Mentorship Component

As part of the Ambassador role, second-year students and above are paired with first-year PMPH students to provide peer mentorship.

  • Mentorship runs for one academic year (Fall-Spring).
  • Pairings will be made at the beginning of the Fall semester.
  • A Fall mixer and Spring reception will give Boston-based pairs the opportunity to connect in person at the beginning and end of each semester.
  • Mentorship may take place virtually or in-person, depending on campus location.
  • Space is limited – participation is based on application.

The Student Ambassador Program is entirely voluntary, but meaningful participation is key. We ask that you only apply if you’re able to stay actively engaged and contribute as your schedule allows. Like many experiences, you’ll only get out of this program what you put in.

Student Ambassador positions and mentorship pairings run for one academic year (fall through spring). Applications to participate again or for the following academic year open each August. While formal pairings last for the academic year, mentors and mentees are welcome to stay in touch afterward at their own discretion. Please note that applying to the Student Ambassador program does not guarantee placement or mentorship pairing, as pairings are made based on the number of first-year students requesting mentors and program capacity.

Student Ambassador Application Process

  • The application will allow you to share identifying information and list various opportunities for participation. The PMPH team will notify you after applications are reviewed and Student Ambassadors are selected for the academic year. We will then reach out regarding the peer mentoring component of the program and invite you to participate in events and activities as needed. This is an excellent chance to develop and enhance your core competencies.
  • Applications for the Fall 2026- Spring 2027 academic year will open August 2026!

The PMPH Student Ambassador Mentorship Program pairs second-year and above students with first-year PMPH students across Northeastern’s global campuses to provide peer mentorship and support.

  • Mentorship runs for one academic year (Fall–Spring).

  • Mentoring matches are made at the beginning of the Fall semester.

First-Year Students interested in being paired with a Student Ambassador Mentor:

  • Applications for first-year mentees for the Fall 2026–Spring 2027 term will open in September 2026!

Our PMPH Senior Ambassadors are dedicated student leaders who play a key role in shaping the Student Ambassador Program. In close collaboration with the PMPH team, they’ve helped strengthen the program—especially its Peer Mentorship component—by offering thoughtful insights, fostering community, and supporting their peers every step of the way.

Jessica is a Senior Pre-Med & Pre-Health Ambassador from Garfield, New Jersey, double majoring in Health Science and Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management and Consulting, on the Pre-Physician Assistant (Pre-PA) track. She is a member of the John Martinson Honors Program and is passionate about improving healthcare outcomes. This fall, Jessica be joining Stanford Medicine as a Clinical Research Assistant for her Co-Op,  where she will contribute to impactful research on allergies and asthma in pediatric patients and their families, while gaining valuable hands-on clinical experience. In her free time, Jessica enjoys working out at the gym, and traveling to new parts of the country.

 

Chantel is a fourth-year Health Science major with a minor in Global Health on the pre-med track. Originally from Westport, MA, she began her college journey studying abroad in Belfast, Northern Ireland and later participated in the Tools for Public Health Dialogue program in Seville, Spain. On campus, she is actively involved as a Women’s Research Engagement Network (WREN) Scholar and was the founder and former president of Northeastern Wishmakers on Campus, inspired by her ongoing volunteer work with Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She has also been involved in research through Northeastern’s Institute for Health Equity and Social Justice Research, focusing on digital health and health behavior promotion in marginalized communities. In addition, Chantel previously participated in the Bouvé Fellows Program, where she mentored first-year students, and has prior psychology and biology research experience at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. This year, Chantel worked as a Clinical Assistant at Boston Children’s Hospital in the primary care clinic and previously completed a co-op at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in the Pre-Op and PACU departments. Outside of academics, Chantel enjoys traveling, exploring Boston, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Sophie is a fourth-year Behavioral Neuroscience major with a minor in Health, Humanities, and Societies on the pre-med track. She is interested in pursuing pediatrics and neurology as her medical specialties, and is planning to go to medical school after undergrad. On campus, she is involved in Alpha Chi Omega, COS peer advising, MEDLIFE, as well as the Apfeld biology lab. She spent the last semester studying abroad in Copenhagen, and will be returning to the Boston campus for classes in the fall. She has also had a co-op at Brigham & Women’s Hospital as a clinical research coordinator in Spring ’25. In her free time, Sophie enjoys going to the gym, baking, and traveling anywhere she can!