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Southside Virginia Community College issued the following announcement on Sept. 16

Student Ambassador Applications Now Available

The Student Ambassador Program is recruiting new membership. Emerging student leaders are encouraged to apply using the link below.

Application deadline: Wednesday, October 6, 2021.

Interested in becoming a Student Ambassador? Complete the Student Ambassador Application.

What duties are performed by the SVCC Student Ambassadors?

• Promote SVCC within the community.
• Represent the SVCC student community at college-sponsored events.
• Serve as a student representative on college committees.
• Assist new students in getting acclimated to the college.
• Assist with New Student Orientation.
• Help organize at least two Student Ambassador events per year.
• Represent Ambassadors during the Student Activities Club Day.
• Attend monthly meetings.
• Other events/tasks as assigned by Ambassador Advisory Team.

What are the requirements to become an Ambassador?

• Be at least a part-time student.
• SVCC or high school G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher.
• Two (2) references
  • At least one reference from an SVCC staff or faculty member (none from family members.)
• Sign “Student Ambassador Agreement” which will outline expectations of responsibilities.
• Attend annual Student Ambassador Orientation & Student Ambassador Retreat.*
• Have completed SDV 100 or be currently enrolled.

*Covid may affect these events

What are the benefits of being an Ambassador?

• Meet new and interesting students, faculty, staff, and friends!
• Develop your communication and leadership skills.
• Build your network!
• Graduation Recognition.
• Student Ambassador Swag
• Looks great on your resume!

Original source can be found here.

Source: Southside Virginia Community College