“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”  John Quincy Adamsestions

 

1. Purpose of the Student Ambassador Program

The Kirkhof College of Nursing (KCON) has many opportunities each year to interact with the public to present information about the various programs, provide tours of the College, and to attend recruitment events.  

 

We believe that nursing students have an important message for these various audiences.  Real life experiences in nursing are valuable and provide a perspective on Nursing at GVSU that are best conveyed by KCON students.

 

KCON Student Ambassadors build on the outstanding reputation of the Nursing program by providing excellent customer service, education, and information to alumni, current students, prospective students, and members of the community.

 

2. Description of the KCON Student Ambassador Position

Responsibilities

KCON Student Ambassadors assist the Office of Student Services during information sessions, recruitment events, orientation, NUR 120 & 220 presentations, and KCON ceremonies. A Student Ambassador’s main role is to present accurate information, answer questions, and provide a student perspective on the nursing program.  Professional public speaking skills, a positive attitude, and friendly persona are also required.

 

Time Commitment

The time commitment depends on the individual KCON Student Ambassador.  Each event needs coverage and it is expected for you to volunteer a minimum of 1-2 events.

 

A 1 hour training session is required and will be scheduled in the beginning of the semester.

 

3. Benefit of the KCON Student Ambassador Program

 

KCON Student Ambassadors will increase the development of leadership, public speaking, and presentation skills.  KCON Student Ambassadors will get experience working with GVSU faculty and staff, current and prospective students, and community members.

 

If you are a delegate and have chosen the KCON Student Ambassador program for your committee, then you will not get LIC volunteer hours.  All other students can receive LIC volunteer hours for participating in the program.

 

4. Events Schedule for Winter 2010

These are events that have been set so far. More events will be added as the semester continues.

Information Sessions for Prospective GVSU Students:

January 28, February 17, March 25, and April 28

6-7pm: Bachelors Degree in Nursing.  CHS

7-8pm: Second Bachelors Degree in Nursing. CHS

 

5. How To Sign Up

To sign up for the KCON Student Ambassador position, you must complete the application which can be e-mailed to you if you prefer. You can access this form using the following link: KCON Student Ambassador Application.

 You may turn in completed applications at the SNA meeting by February 1, 2010.

 

6. Who to Contact with Further Questions

Please contact Angela Caruso with questions.

 

Angela Caruso                                                                     

Staff Advisor

316 CHS

616.331.5638

carusoa@gvsu.edu

 

 

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give."  Winston Churchill