Student Resources

Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassador Program

Somerset Community College Student Ambassadors represent and promote the college at campus and community events, assist with recruiting efforts, campus tours and provide information about SCC to prospective students, school groups and the general public.

Criteria

• 3.00 GPA
• Currently enrolled at SCC as a full time or part time student
• A genuine interest in assisting others
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Good work ethic

Responsibilities

• Educate prospective students, school groups and the general public on the programs, resources and student life at SCC
• Represent SCC in a responsible, ethical and professional manner.
• Project a positive image of the college
• Conduct tours for individuals and groups
• Represent SCC at campus and community events
• Share first-hand information about your college experience and provide accurate and useful information to new students to assist them in transitioning into college
• Encourage fellow students to complete their educational goals
• Work 40 hours each semester

Benefits for Students

• Students will be required to work 40 hours per semester and as compensation will receive a 6 hour tuition waiver for each semester.
• Will receive training in areas such as professional etiquette, leadership, knowledge of SCC, communication skills and customer service
• Through their role as an Ambassador students will have the opportunity to network with leaders in the community and make wonderful contacts.
• Will be provided a uniform.
• A great resume builder!
  

Learn more

Read the 2007 news article about the charter group which was selected last year. The deadline for applications for the 2008-2009 academic year has passed. The application process will begin again next spring.

Here is what current Student Ambassador have to say about their experience:

Being a Student Ambassador has a triple incentive because it gives you recognition as a serious student, it develops relationships with facility and community, as well as building leadership qualities you will need as a professional later in your career.
– Angela Jobe

Being a Student Ambassador has opened up many new opportunities for me at SCC. I have made a lot of new friends, become better acquainted with the faculty/staff, and benefited academically by participating in events that have broadened my scope of learning about the world in general. The benefits reaped from being an Ambassador far out weigh the 40 hours worked each semester. It is a great experience that I would recommend to anyone who qualifies.
– Angela C. Thornton

It has been an honor to represent SCC at campus and community events. I have had excellent learning experiences, and the opportunity to network with community leaders, and develop leadership and public relations skills. I have been able to share first-hand information about my college experience to new students to assist them in transitioning into college.
– DeLyla Bunch