2013-2014 Academic Year

The deadline for applications is April 1, 2013

Selection Process

The Ambassador application is available to all students who have earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher at Johnston Community College.  JCC students must have completed at least 12 credit hours, be a full-time student, and be in good standing in the community and the institution. 
High school students must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher and must be in good standing in the community and in high school. 
The 15 Student Ambassadors are selected through a process including the application, two (2) references (one from Johnston Community College or high school faculty/staff and one personal) and an interview.

Please be sure to thoroughly review the selection process, the list of what is expected of a Johnston Community College Ambassador, exclusions from the program rules, Ambassador benefits, and the Student Ambassador Contract before you apply.

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If you are interested,

1. Please print and complete this application which includes six essay questions
2. Two (2) reference forms (one from Johnston Community College or high school faculty/staff and one personal)
3. Print and sign the Ambassador contract
4. Please note: *The Selection Process includes a formal interview*

Mail your completed information to:

Thomas Dean
Advisor-Student Ambassadors
245 College Road
Smithfield, NC 27577

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What is expected of a Johnston Community College Ambassador?

Mandatory Activities (All Ambassadors must participate)

• Registrations and Orientations
• Graduations
• Must complete an Ambassadors Honors and Leadership Course (Summer)
• Ambassador Training Sessions (Summer)
• Dinner Meetings (Off-campus)
• Monthly Campus Meetings
• Campus Tours
• Annual Donor Appreciation and Scholarship Recipient Dinner in August
• Annual Foundation Golf Tournament in October or November
• Annual Distinguished Citizen Dinner in April or May
• 4 public speaking engagements each year
• Complete one service hour per week in the Student Services/Foundation Office
• Participate in 2 service projects as designated by Advisors and Ambassadors

Other Ambassadors Events (attend as schedule permits)

• Country Music Showcases in August, October, December, February, April, and June
• High School College Days (assist Johnston Community College Recruiter)
• Promote goodwill and help others
• Other functions and events as requested

Eligibility

1. Must complete both Fall and Spring Semester as a full-time student (earning minimum of 12 credit hours per semester) during the academic year of appointment.
2. Must fulfill academic requirements for attendance and complete assignments in all courses.
3. Must have and maintain a 3.00 or higher cumulative grade point average (those who fall below 3.00 can be evaluated and placed on probation for 1 semester at the discretion of the Advisors).
4. Must be in good standing with the college and in the community.
5. Must provide two reference letters (one from Johnston Community College/high school faculty or staff and one personal).
6. Ability to complete one service hour per week in the Student Services/Foundation Office.
7. Must not serve as a Student Government Association officer during the academic year of appointment (Student Ambassador and Student Government positions each require significant time commitments).
8. Successful interview.

Exclusion from Program

1. Enrolled for less than 12 hours (or drop below 12 hours).
2. Loss of good standing in community or institution.
3. Cumulative grade point average of less than 3.00.
4. Seek nomination for or become an SGA Officer.
5. Failure to fulfill the standards of the program (including attending meetings, completing honor/leadership course, and performing weekly service hour).

Benefits

1. Full tuition, activity and technology fees paid for one year FOR FALL AND SPRING ONLY (in-state rates only).
2. Personal development and socialization.
3. Jacket, polo shirt, and nametag.
4. Opportunities to meet community and state leaders and develop acquaintances with trustees, faculty, staff, etc.
5. Being part of a small excellent group of students who represent Johnston Community College.

NOTE: Termination or withdrawal from the Ambassador program requires the return of all items provided by Johnston Community College. Failure to return items will result in a hold placed on all grades released and future transcript requests.