Student Ambassadors Application
Apply to become an ambassador for the American Indian College Fund
Student Ambassador Program
The American Indian College Fund Ambassador Program was established in 2015 to strengthen students’ and alumni personal and professional skills and to represent the College Fund.
The application season is currently closed. Please reach out to Loyola Rankin, lrankin@collegefund.org for more info on Student Ambassador opportunities.
Program Components
Ambassadors help spread awareness about the College Fund’s services and programs.
- Time Period: Minimum of one year
- Training: 5-day orientation and skill building opening session (This component may be in-person or virtual in 2023, depending on COVID restrictions. This 5-day period may include travel time and may be extended in unique travel circumstances)
- Virtual Trainings: Monthly sessions (webinars, interactive course work, etc.)
- Sample Topics: Presentation Skills, Power of Storytelling
- Individual/Peer Coaching Sessions:
- Sessions in which American Indian College Fund staff work with students to develop the stories and skills to improve the participation in fundraising and recruitment events. Peer Coaching sessions allow students to share experiences to improve performance and participation.
- Read more about our ambassadors Robin and Joaquin on the College Fund blog.
Eligibility
American Indian College Fund Ambassador Program applicants must:
- be of a state or federally recognized Tribe or a descendant of a member;
- have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher, if currently enrolled;
- be a current or past recipient of an American Indian College Fund scholarship (TCU or Full Circle);
- be a leader or engaged student in their home or university community;
- provide required reference from staff or faculty;
- be able to commit a minimum of one year to program participation; and
- be a currently enrolled student or alumnus/alumna of a Tribal College or University (preferred but not mandatory; mainstream college or university students are eligible).
