Student Ambassadors

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.

*Note - If you have submitted an application to become an SCC Student Ambassador and have not received a confirmation email, please contact Melissa Winstead by calling 606 451-6657 or by e-mail .

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
• 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!

How to Apply

The college is currently accepting applications for ambassadors for the 2013-2014 school year. The deadline is April 15, 2013. Any SCC student interested in applying should complete the online application and submit it to SCC Student Ambassador Coordinator Melissa Winstead. (This application may be submitted electronically by clicking the "submit" button at the end of the form.) You may request a printable PDF application by contacting Melissa Winstead.

Students will receive a confirmation that their application has been received. If you have not received a confirmation please contact Melissa Winstead. She can be e-mailed at melissa.winstead@kctcs.edu or call her at 606-451-6657. Her office is located in Room 207 in the Harold Rogers Student Commons.
 
Here is what current Student Ambassador have to say about their experience:
 
“When I hear the term, ‘Student Ambassador,’ the first word that comes to mind is, ‘opportunity.’ Holding this prestigious position has helped me develop better communication skills, improved my organizational techniques and punctuality, and has given me opportunities to use my goal-oriented spirit to meet new challenges. The Ambassador program illuminates the abilities of its delegates—it truly opens doors. By utilizing the skills I have developed while serving as a Student Ambassador, I was crowned Miss Berea Area 2009. Given that the Interview category was 35% of the overall score in the pageant, I believe there is no better preparation for success in the Miss Kentucky arena than serving as an SCC Student Ambassador. The benefits gained from this preparation are not limited to the pageant setting. These benefits may also apply to the job market, to furthering one’s education, and to general communication skills in any field one chooses. I hope to represent our area well in the Miss Kentucky Pageant this summer, and I will owe a debt of gratitude to the Student Ambassador Program at SCC.”
-Mira Spangler-Baker
 
Being a Student Ambassador has been more than a great honor. I've had the opportunities to learn skills I will use for the rest of my life. Not only did I learn skills, but I have met people who have changed my life. This program is top notch and has changed my life in so many ways.
- Travis Leffew

 2012-2013 Somerset Community College Student Ambassadors