The Spartan Envoy Student Ambassador Program is a year-long paid internship opportunity focused on campus safety. The inaugural program, launched Fall 2024, consists of a diverse cohort of students, with varying interests and academic disciplines, interested in understanding and improving overall campus safety at Michigan State University.
Envoy offers students an opportunity to gain leadership experience, interact with members of the Department of Police and Public Safety and contribute to important campus safety initiatives. Spartan Envoy Ambassadors represent student concerns while gaining a unique perspective on public safety in higher education.
Student ambassadors will engage in outreach, presentation and tabling activities across campus, ensuring accessibility for student voices.
Spartan Envoy requires a time commitment of 10 hours per week. In addition to weekly seminars, time will be focused on meetings with campus partners and working on assorted projects within the department.
Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year open in the Spring. If you have questions about the Spartan Envoy Student Ambassador Program, contact Program Coordinator Allison Martin at martina@dpps.msu.edu.
MEET THE SPARTAN ENVOYS -
Aaliyah Wilson
Year: Senior
Major: Social Work with a minor in Youth & Society studies
“I wanted to join Spartan Envoy because I wanted to step into a different yet familiar experience that emphasized public safety and MSU Student's concerns and voices. As someone who works closely with students within both my major and extracurricular activities, it is important to me that there is representation for others, especially amongst safety as college students, as this is a #1 priority to ensure an amazing experience as a Spartan!”
William Brown
Year: Junior
Major: Neuroscience with a minor in Spanish
“I joined Spartan Envoy because I am passionate about getting involved in my community.
Spartan Envoy has opened an opportunity for me to
bridge the gap between police officers, upper administration, and the student body here at the Department of Police and Public Safety. I'm excited to make real changes here at the Michigan State University”
Kaley Garza
Year: Senior
Major: Criminal Justice with a double minor in Law, Justice and Public Policy, and Organizational Leadership.
“With a passion for promoting safety and unity, I am dedicated to making our campus a better place for future Spartans through my time with the Spartan Envoy program.”
Caroline Williams
Year: Senior
Major : Criminal justice with a minor Leadership of Organizations
“I wanted to be a part of Spartan Envoy because student safety is a topic that I have always felt passionate for, as well as ensuring that the voices of Spartans everywhere on and off campus are heard. I am looking forward to being a part of positive change and being able to make a difference for the community as a whole. “