Presidential Ambassadors

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College of Western Idaho's (CWI) Presidential Ambassadors program promotes the positive image of CWI by engaging a select group of student leaders to represent the CWI student body at designated events sponsored by the Office of the President, Marketing and Communications, and Enrollment and Student Services.

A diverse group of students who represent CWI on a volunteer basis, Presidential Ambassadors promote a public understanding of the College by sharing their own CWI experiences and encourage lifelong involvement with the College.

The Application process is now open.

Becoming an Ambassador
Why Should I Apply?

Develop leadership, communication, and professional skills

Work closely with the Office of the President and the Admissions and Recruitment Team

Attend designated Presidential, campus, and community events

Network with donors, alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and the student body

Assist with the recruitment of prospective students and parents

Opportunities for campus exposure, making the Ambassadors some of the most visible and well-known students on campus.

Development of personal growth, self-esteem, leadership skills and a professional resume

Unparalleled experience in public relations (meeting people, public speaking, representing the College) which help develop the skills and confidence vital to future success in job interviews and career advancement

A Presidential certificate of appreciation upon successful completion of trainings and position responsibilities.
Requirements
Participate in Events and Tours with a minimum of 20 hours per semester.

Possible events include:

Assisting One Stop Student Services during registration and welcome week

Assisting with graduation ceremony activities

Attending Presidential and Community Relations Advancement Events

Traveling to college fairs, high schools, and other recruitment events

Speaking to the CWI Board of Trustees, Faculty/Staff meetings, and other meetings or events

Student's interested in becoming a Presidential Ambassador must:

Apply for consideration (a personal interview will also be required)

Demonstrate knowledge of CWI history and programs

Demonstrate active campus and/or community involvement

Possess strong interpersonal skills (self-motivation, effective communication, leadership skills, etc.)

Have time to participate in ongoing trainings, meetings and events

Represent CWI in a friendly and professional manner

Have a minimum 2.5 GPA at CWI

Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours each semester

The Presidential Ambassador program accepts a limited number of applicants. Apply now.
Requesting Presidential Ambassadors for an Event
The Presidential Ambassadors are a diverse group of students who represent CWI. Presidential Ambassadors will promote a public understanding of the College by sharing their own CWI experiences. Presidential Ambassadors will also encourage lifelong involvement with the College.

To request Presidential Ambassador representation at a college-related event, please email ambassadors@cwi.edu*
*All requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the event.

Please provide the following information:

Date of event

Name of event

Time/Duration

Expectations and responsibilities of Ambassadors

Number of Ambassadors needed

Other details about the event

The advisor will then let you know as soon as possible whether or not we will be able to fulfill your request.

Questions?

Tomas Puga

Coordinator, Community Admissions

Admissions
(Non-Traditional Students)

208.562.2133

tomaspuga@cwi.edu

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