Student Ambassadors

Do you enjoy your experience as a student at Southwestern?
Are you on track with your academic or career goals?
Are you confident and approachable?
Do you want to tell your story to others?

If you answered yes to these questions, then you might make a perfect Student Ambassador.

Who are Southwestern Illinois College Student Ambassadors?

Southwestern Illinois College's Student Ambassadors are students who represent Southwestern's diverse student body through face-to-face interaction with new students on campus tours, at college events and through one-on-one contact.

Ambassadors answer questions such as: What are the campuses like? How do I register for classes? What can I study? And how will I fit it? They represent the college and help prospective students get to know Southwestern. Ambassadors lead tours of the campus, assist the Admissions staff in serving students' needs and keeping in touch with prospective students as they make important decisions about their education.

We understand the weight of college decision-making. It is important for prospective students to have first-hand information from peers familiar with student life at Southwestern. Student Ambassadors are ready to assist prospective students at all stages of the process. Their involvement in recruiting and orientation programs is designed to help new students made an easy transition to the Southwestern environment.

How Can I Become A Student Ambassador?

If leadership and interacting with people are skills you have or skills you want to develop, apply to become a Southwestern Illinois College Student Ambassador.

Student Ambassadors enjoy a flexible schedule, are required to work up to six hours per week and are paid for their services. They work out of the Belleville Campus Admissions & Records office. If becoming a Student Ambassador works with your academic goals, take the first step and apply. Applications are available in the Admissions & Records office, Information Science Building, Room 1050. Or you can download an application (Adobe PDF File) and turn it in to the Admissions & Records office.

Why Do Ambassadors Lead Campus Tours?

There is no better way to get a feel for the college than by visiting the campus. Student Ambassadors lead Belleville Campus tours to help new and prospective students become more familiar with the campus in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. The tours are free and without obligation. On a tour you also can learn about how to apply to Southwestern, transfer degree options, career program and certificate options, financial aid and scholarships, student learning resources, athletics and activities.