TRIO Student Support Services Program
TRIO/SSS Student Ambassadors
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WHAT IS THE TRIO- STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES AMBASSADOR PROGRAM?
In fulfilling the TRIO-Student Support Services (TRIO-SSS) mission statement, the TRIO-SSS Ambassador Program encourages the active participation of its students in helping to achieve the program鈥檚 goal of increasing retention and graduation rates of first generation students, income-eligible students and students with disabilities. The purpose of the TRIO-SSS Ambassador Program is to provide a select number of TRIO-SSS Scholars with experience in leadership, mentoring, event planning, project management, group facilitation, and professionalism while making a positive impact on other program participants.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS
The TRIO-SSS Ambassador is required and expected to:
- Have participated in the TRIO-SSS program at Southern Miss for at least one academic year
- Be a full-time student and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50
- Be in good disciplinary standing at the University of Southern Mississippi
- Attend and assist with TRIO-SSS events and activities
- Be a team player with a good sense of humor, and an enthusiastic and professional attitude
- Have respect for diversity and a willingness to learn about other cultures
- Arrive on time to all scheduled meetings/events or notify TRIO-SSS staff of conflicts in a timely manner
- Become acquainted with and maintain contact with all assigned TRIO-SSS Scholars
- Host one event/activity with assigned group per semester
- Commit to the TRIO-SSS Ambassador Program for at least one (1) academic year (fall and spring)
IMPORTANT BENEFITS
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills and professional resume
- Personal development and socialization
- Experience in public relations, oral communication skills, and confidence building
- Professional networking opportunities
- Satisfaction of being involved in a dynamic, supportive team
- Obtaining volunteer hours