Student Ambassador - Quick Guide

Student Ambassador - Quick Guide

Red Hat Academy

What is a Red Hat Academy Student Ambassador?

A Red Hat Academy Student Ambassador is a campus leader who promotes interest in enterprise technology and open source across their university. Working directly with the Red Hat Academy team, ambassadors organize events, build community, and help peers develop valuable technical skills - all while gaining real-world leadership experience and direct connection to industry professionals.

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The Ways You Can Drive Engagement

By dedicating time each semester to campus engagement, you can make a real impact on your peers through hands-on leadership. Depending on your goals, your role may include organizing and leading activities such as:

Workshop or Hands-on Lab ▶ Interactive coding, RHA DIY lab setup, or practice
Presentation or Tech Talk ▶ Slides, lecture, or demo session
Hackathon or Competition ▶ Coding contest, quiz, or hackathon
Study Group ▶ RHA club setup with min 10 students, Peer-to-peer exam prep or learning group
Meetup or Gathering ▶ Informal, social, or networking-focused RHA events
Campus Campaign ▶ Flyers, posters, or online promotion on Academy website

Recognition & Reporting

Earn official recognition for your impact! Complete at least 2 activities within a 12-month period to earn a Credly digital badge.

To receive all the credit, submit each completed activity using this form. What you'll need to submit:

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  • Personal details
  • Activity details (activity type, description, guest speaker details, etc)
  • Student reach (number of attendees or potential reach)
  • Evidence (photos, attendee details...)

Your Benefits

Beyond hands-on leadership experience, stepping into this role helps elevate your network, skills, and career trajectory:

  • Global Collaboration: Partner with the Red Hat Academy team and collaborate with a diverse community of students across your region.
  • Certification: Earn opportunity to receive free Red Hat Certification Exam voucher through Red Hat Academy Excellence Program.
  • Professional Network: Connect directly with Red Hat professionals to gain mentors and references for your future career.
  • Career Boost: Highlight your Student Ambassador experience on your resume and LinkedIn, and share your achievements with a Credly badge.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I submit an activity report?
Complete and submit this form to report any activity you have organized.
2. How can I submit a strong activity report?
Keep it clear and detailed. A strong submission clearly explains what you hosted, who attended, and how many students participated.
3. Can I submit my activity in a language other than English?
Yes, absolutely! However, including a brief, one-line summary in English helps our global team review and approve your submission much faster.
4. What are some examples of activities I can organize?
Check out the examples below for each activity type. Reach out to your Regional program manager if you have any questions.
Workshop or Hands-on Lab ▶ Organized a 1-hour interactive session where 30 students built and deployed their first container using Podman.
Presentation or Tech Talk ▶ Invited a Red Hat associate to give a 45-minute virtual session on "Careers with Red Hat knowledge" for 50 attendees.
Hackathon or Competition ▶ Ran a quiz on Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration for 40 students.
Study Group ▶ Set up a weekly 1-hour study session for 8 classmates preparing for the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) exam.
Meetup or Gathering ▶ Hosted an informal "Coffee & Open Source" gathering to welcome 25 new students to the tech club.
Campus Campaign ▶ Ran an on-campus Red Hat Academy promotion campaign, distributing 100 posters and flyers to fellow students.
5. What evidence should I provide when reporting an activity?
Required evidence depends on the type of activity. You can upload event photos, a copy of the invitation, an attendee list, or a direct link to the recorded session or promotional post. The submitted evidence will be used for internal review only.
6. Does my personal learning or certification exam count as an activity?
No. While personal upskilling and completing certifications are highly encouraged for your own professional growth, Ambassador activities must be student-facing engagement events.
7. Can I organize an activity with another Student Ambassador?
Yes, collaboration is encouraged! Each Ambassador must submit their own report through the form and list fellow Ambassador(s) for visibility.

Additional Support

Feel free to reach out to your Red Hat Academy regional project manager if you need support or would like to discuss any ideas.

APAC: apac-rha-bdm@redhat.com
EMEA: emea-rha-bdm@redhat.com
LATAM: latam-rha-bdm@redhat.com
NAMER: namer-rha-bdm@redhat.com