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Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Student Ambassadors are trained student leaders who are responsible for promoting unity and engagement among the IECC student body; recruiting prospective students; and promoting district- and campus-wide events, activities, and programs. Student Ambassadors act as valuable sources of information and liaisons between students, staff, and faculty. This program, which brings together students from various academic disciplines, serves to enrich and enhance leadership and communication skills, personal growth, and professional development while creating long-lasting connections to Illinois Eastern Community Colleges.
Benefits of Becoming a Student Ambassador
- Unparalleled experience in public relations (meeting people, public speaking, representing the college) which develops the skills and confidence vital to success in job interviews and career advancement.
- Opportunity to work with and learn from Illinois Eastern Community Colleges staff.
- Broaden contacts among faculty, staff, students, and administration, and build an assortment of references upon graduation.
- Opportunities to develop leadership skills and a professional resume.
- Receive a scholarship to cover up to16 credit hours of each semester while working as an IECC Student Ambassador.
- FCC Student Ambassadors will receive $400 towards textbooks each semester.
Student Ambassador Responsibilities
The Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Student Ambassadors represent IECC, both on and off campus. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop an extensive knowledge of Illinois Eastern Community Colleges.
- Participate in opportunities and encourage students to be actively involved on campus.
- Connect with students who have specific questions about our campus community.
- Attend regular meetings and training workshops.
- Participate in new student orientation and first-year experience activities.
- Provide campus tours to prospective students and their families.
- Assist with a variety of office-related tasks.
- Advance the ideals of higher education through community outreach and service efforts.