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Be a Student Ambassador

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Student AmbassadorsAs a Central Piedmont Community College student, embrace the opportunity to become a leader and advocate for your peers by joining the Student Ambassador program. Not only will you develop essential skills and receive a generous scholarship, but you’ll also engage in activities that bolster your resume and expand your network. 

  • Develop Skills: Enhance leadership and communication abilities.
  • Earn a Scholarship: Receive up to $1,700 per semester.
  • Broaden Horizons: Network and participate in college and community events.
  • Make an Impact: Influence prospective and current students positively.

Eligibility includes a 3.0 GPA and completion of 18 credit hours, among other criteria. Commit to training, monthly meetings, and at least 60 hours of service per semester. 

Join one of the upcoming Student Ambassador Interest Sessions to learn more about this transformative role:

  • Wed., Feb. 21: 5 – 5:30 p.m. at Central Campus, Parr Center, Room 1000
  • Tues., Feb. 27: 9:30 – 10 a.m., Virtual Meeting (or join by phone +1 415-655-0001 Access code: 2423 753 8729)
  • Wed., Feb. 28: 2 – 2:30 p.m. at Central Campus, Parr Center, Room 0100

These sessions will guide you through the benefits and application process and connect you with current ambassadors.

Be a Student Ambassador for 2023-24

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students in auditorium engaged in conversationAttend an interest session to apply to be a 2023-24 Central Piedmont Student Ambassador.

Student ambassadors are student leaders who serve as official liaisons between the college, students and their families, guests, alumni, and friends of the college.

Student ambassador is a highly respected title and a great résumé builder. Other reasons you should become a student ambassador:

  • Get a scholarship of up to $1,700 per semester.
  • Gain real-world job skills, such as communication and interpersonal skills, and grow personally and professionally.
  • Meet other students.
  • Represent the college at recruitment events; attend exclusive college activities and events.
  • Participate in community service activities.
  • Network with community members and potential employers.
  • Make a positive impact on prospective and current students.

Join an upcoming Student Ambassador Information Session to learn more to learn about this leadership opportunity and scholarship program on March 17 (virtual) or March 22 (in person at Central Campus).

Countdown to Graduation: Yasmine Ouattara

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As a little girl growing up in The Ivory Coast in West Africa, Yasmine’s Ouattara’s dad always told her she would attend college in the United States. At 17 years old, excited but slightly fearful, Yasmine moved to the U.S. full of dreams, ready for new adventures, and eager to learn.

While finishing her last year of high school, her aunt and uncle encouraged her to consider Central Piedmont. After some extensive research, and support from an education advisor at the US embassy in West Africa, Yasmine applied and never looked back. As Yasmine is counting down the days to graduation, she speaks fondly of her experience at Central Piedmont, which ultimately proved to be the right decision.

“I received incredible support from my instructors as well as my clubs and program advisors. They believed in me when I was doubting myself. They provided me guidance when I needed it the most.”

Not only is she involved as a peer mentor, Yasmine served as vice president of the Global Student Association, is a member of Phi Theta Kappa honor society, is a member of Model United Nations, and is involved with the North Carolina Scholar Global Distinction Program.

Yasmine was awarded a scholarship from the Central Piedmont Foundation as a Student Ambassador, which was invaluable as an international student facing out-of-state tuition. She was also named a Ruth G. Shaw Scholar and a Peer Mentor Scholar recipient. These financial aid opportunities opened some unexpected doors.  “My scholarships not only helped me reduce the financial burden of my education, but also provided me with personal and leadership development, networking opportunities, and incredible support from my program advisors,” Yasmine said.

Yasmine will receive her Associate in Arts degree in Business Administration this May and plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in finance at Queens University of Charlotte starting next fall. Yasmine has been selected as the 2020 Presidential Scholar at Queens, which covers full tuition for four years, and is interested in pursuing a career in investments and capital management.

What’s her advice to future graduates? “At Central Piedmont you will always have people to help you. You will always have people ready to listen to you no matter what your struggles are, but you have to find those people. Get involved, and open yourself up.”

Yasmine is walking into her future more confident than she’s ever been, knowing she is capable of achieving her dreams. Congratulations on your success, Yasmine! You did it!