Pioneer Ambassadors

SMC Ambassadors

Spartanburg Methodist College Pioneer Ambassadors are an elite group of students chosen to represent the college on and off campus. Ambassadors are specifically chosen because of their outstanding leadership qualities and involvement on the SMC campus.

Pioneer Ambassadors work with the President's Office, the Office of Admissions and the Office of Institutional Advancement to promote the college at events. Often, Ambassadors are the first college representatives that prospective students meet and are critical in helping showcase SMC and all of the great opportunities that await them on campus.

Principle Responsibilities

  • Assist with organizing and conducting Fall Open House and Spring Enrollment Days events
  • Assist the Office of Admissions with conducting campus tours for prospective students
  • Be knowledgeable about Spartanburg Methodist College and be eager to share that information with prospective students, families and other supporters
  • Represent the student body at events on campus and off campus
  • Other duties as needed.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Full-time student at SMC
  • Enrolled in on-campus degree program
  • In good academic standing
  • Completed at least one full semester at SMC
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Become a Pioneer Ambassador

Pioneer Ambassador applications are accepted each fall and spring. Check your SMC inbox for notifications!

For questions, contact Emily Bishop at bishope@smcsc.edu.

Apply to be an ambassador

2023-2024 Pioneer Ambassadors

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Name: Abby Arnold
Year: Junior
Hometown: Woodruff, SC
High School: Woodruff High School
Campus Involvement: Junior Enrollment Associate, Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Psychology and Business
Favorite thing about SMC: My favorite things about SMC is that it feels like home to me. SMC has offered me so many opportunities because they truly care.

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Name: Layton Cave
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Columbia, SC
High School: Spring Hill High School
Campus Involvement: Soccer, Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Business
Favorite thing about SMC: Playing soccer.

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Name: Wilson Cleland
Year: Junior
Hometown: Spartanburg, SC
High School: Dorman High School
Campus Involvement: Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Marketing and Sales
Favorite Thing About SMC: Coming from a big high school, I love the size of SMC. It’s so nice to walk around and know everyone and get individual attention from professors who know my name and interests.

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Name: Steven Escorza
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Greenville, SC
High School: Carolina High School
Campus Involvement: Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Business Administration
Favorite Thing About SMC: It's a small, calm, and comfortable atmosphere with a supportive community populated by like-minded students and professionals.

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Name: Bre Foster
Year: Junior
Hometown: Spartanburg, SC
High School: Dorman High School
Campus Involvement: Accounting Club, Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Accounting and Finance
Favorite thing about SMC: I love the close knit community of SMC. It makes it feel like everyone has a place and are part of one big family.

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Name: Hali Gardner
Year: Senior
Hometown: Boiling Springs, SC
High School: The Upstate Association of Homeschools
Campus Involvement: Cross Country, Track, Student Government, Fitness Center Employee, Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Criminal Justice
Favorite Thing about SMC: My favorite thing about SMC is how welcoming and inclusive everyone is. It feels like you are part of one big family.

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Name: Manny Gutierrez
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Greenville, SC
High School: Travelers Rest High School
Campus Involvement: Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Sport Management
Favorite Thing about SMC: My favorite thing about SMC is the environment along with the faculty and staff who are all genuinely so amazing!

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Name: Tyler Kibler
Year: Sophomer
Hometown: Chapin, SC
High School: Spring Hill High School
Campus Involvement: Golf, Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Environmental Science
Favorite Thing about SMC: Everything

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Name: Mack MacIntosh
Year: Senior
Hometown: Roebuck, SC
High School: Dorman High School
Campus Involvement: Volleyball alumni (indoor and outdoor), Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Accounting and Finance
Favorite Thing about SMC: The environment on campus just feels like home.

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Name: Myana Miller
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Columbia, SC
High School: White Knoll High School
Campus Involvement: Pioneer Ambassador, X-Vibes, X-Hype club
Academic Interest: Marketing
Favorite thing about SMC: My favorite thing about SMC is the plant library. I love how you can take back plants for free from the Wellness Center to brighten up your living space and bring overall positive mental wellness.

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Name: Jose Pacheco
Year: Junior
Hometown: Greenville, SC
High School: Greenville Senior High Academy of Law, Finance and Business
Campus Involvement: Soccer, Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Business
Favorite thing about SMC: My favorite thing about attending SMC is the community and faculty who are all so helpful.

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Name: Georgia Roberts
Year: Senior
Hometown: Lexington, SC
High School: White Knoll High School
Campus Involvement: KSA, Junior Enrollment Associate, Pioneer Ambassador
Academic Interest: Business
Favorite Thing About SMC: My favorite thing about SMC is being able to make so many connections with people!

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Name: Tim Ross
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Powdersville, SC
High School: Powdersville High School
Campus Involvement: Pioneer Ambassador, Golf
Academic Interest: Business
Favorite Thing About SMC: The small class sizes and professors who genuinely care about each student's success

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Name: Bella Shields
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Spartanburg, SC
High School: Academic Advantage Association
Campus Involvement: Pioneer Ambassador, Cross County
Academic Interest: English and Business; to be either a teacher or a marketing manager
Favorite Thing About SMC: I love the small and close community here at SMC and the support and care from teachers, coaches, and fellow peers.

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Name: Grace White
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Greer, SC
High School: Greer Middle College
Campus Involvement: Pioneer Ambassador, Soccer
Academic Interest: Education
Favorite Thing About SMC: My friends, teammates, and awesome academic advisor

Got questions? Contact:

Emily Bishop | Associate Director of Admissions & Visitor Experience
Office of Admissions, The Marsha and Jimmy Gibbs Welcome Center
bishope@smcsc.edu