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Student Ambassador Program

NEW APPLICATIONS: Applications are being accepted for the Student Ambassador Program. Please download and submit the application by May 3. Please submit to the Office of Enrollment Services-Attention: Deborah Watson. If you have questions about the application process, email Deb at: dwatson@ccri.edu

Student Ambassador Open Application Period
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"Creating a community of successful students"
Group
Student Ambassadors: L-R - Jean Merlain, Jennifer Munoz, Alex Hinton, Robert Caruolo, Marilyn James, and Andre Landry. Not pictured: Jennifer Bates
 

View a video about the Ambassador program.

Program at a glance

The Student Ambassador Program is an honorary group of students who will represent the college at special events on campus and in the community. They seek to enhance prospective students’ knowledge about the various student support services and programs offered at the college. Students will demonstrate leadership potential, communication skills and high academic standards.

Requirements

Anyone wishing to become a Student Ambassador must meet the following requirements to apply:

  • Maintain a 2.50 GPA
  • Complete 12 hours of coursework before application deadline
  • Be enrolled at least half time per semester (a minimum of six credit hours)
  • Complete an Ambassador application
  • Submit two completed faculty/staff recommendation forms

Please note: Applying to the Student Ambassador Program does not guarantee acceptance to the program.

Merlain and Hynes
Student Ambassador Jean Merlain and Campus Liaison Mike Hynes
Benefits

Those who serve as CCRI Student Ambassadors receive many benefits for their service to the college.

  • Compensation for their work
  • Leadership opportunities
  • A résumé-building experience
  • Professional blazer, polo shirt and official college name tag
  • Certificate of appreciation signed by the college president
Responsibilities

Student ambassadors share their college experiences with prospective students.
Common responsibilities include:

  • Visiting high schools
  • Attending college fairs
  • Helping at information sessions
  • Conducting campus tours
  • Participating in new student orientation, registration and commencement
  • Assisting at various campus events

Any student who fails to maintain the required GPA and/or fails to fulfill any of their required duties may be dismissed form the Ambassador program at any time. They will forfeit all benefits and will be responsible for any outstanding obligations to the College that result from that loss.

Student Ambassadors Representing CCRI
Alex
Student Ambassador Alex Hinton demonstrates his musical talents...
Abreu and Merlain
Student Ambassador Jean Merlain and Student Ambassador Liaison Lilliam Abreu at 2012 May Breakfast

What others say about the Ambassadors ...

Student Ambassadors Logo “The Student Ambassador Program was a great help to the Athletic Department.”

“The Ambassador has such a professional presence. I was very satisfied with her participation in our registration process.”

“Excellent program! All three Ambassadors were very professional, courteous, great reps of CCRI. Keep it going. Thank you for all you have done in the area of Student Life.”

Student Ambassador Advisory Committee
  • Ronald L. Schertz, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs
  • Marissa Albini, Alumni Affairs Director
  • Michael J. Cunningham, Assistant Dean Student Success
  • Andrea Lachapelle, Associate Director of Financial Aid
  • Terri Kless, Acting Director of Enrollment Services
  • Jude Tomasino, Assistant Director of Admissions
  • Ellen B. Schulte, Marketing Officer
  • Deborah K. Watson, Student Ambassador Program Director
  • Rebecca Yount, Associate Dean Student Life and Service Learning
Student Ambassador Campus Liaisons
  • Lilliam Abreu, Admissions Officer
    Flanagan Campus/Lincoln - 401-333-7172
  • Michael P. Hynes, Senior Admissions Officer
    Liston Campus/Providence - 401-455-6104
  • Adam Moreau, Admissions Officer
    Knight Campus/Warwick - 401-825-2266
Any Questions?
Offices:
For more information, contact

Deborah K. Watson, Student Ambassador Program Coordinator,
dwatson@ccri.edu
401-851-1637
www.ccri.edu/oes/admissions

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Last Updated: 4/29/13