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Student Ambassador Program

The Richland Student Ambassador Program is a leadership opportunity for students interested in representing Richland Community College while building professional skills and connections. Selected students will serve as Student Ambassadors, representing the College at events, supporting recruitment and community outreach efforts, and sharing the Richland experience with donors, prospective students, and community partners.

Ambassadors will enroll in a 1-credit Student Development course each semester, focused on learning about leadership, networking, career readiness, and communication skills. Each student will also be paired with a Richland alumni or community mentor for guidance and career exploration.

To be qualified, students must:

18 Years+
Plan to enroll at Richland for Fall and Spring with a minimum of 6 Credit Hours each semester
Have earned and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher
Enroll in the Student Development Courses for Ambassadors each semester
Be in good standing with the College
Be comfortable representing Richland
Demonstrate enthusiasm for Richland and willingness to share their story
Agree to attend the Power of Giving Scholarship Reception and Bright Futures Gala

Program Benefits:

Full-Tuition Scholarship for the Academic Year
A $500 award upon completion of each semester
Opportunity to serve as a student representative and ambassador for Richland
Mentorship from faculty, staff, or community leaders
Hands-on leadership and professional development experiences
Participation in campus events, donor engagement, and community outreach
Opportunities to develop communication, public speaking, and storytelling skills
Networking with peers, alumni, and industry professionals
Richland Student Ambassador Apparel
Celebration event in Spring 2027

Application Requirements:

Complete general scholarship application and the Student Ambassador Scholarship funded by the Walter and Alice Scherer Scholarship Endowment additional application by June 1, 2026
Reference and essay completion
New students: Submit high school transcript with GPA (7th semester transcripts accepted)
Monitor Richland Outlook email
Additional information about the scholarship application process at richland.edu/scholarships or email scholarships@richland.edu
Step-by-step instructions for completing the general scholarship application can be found in the Foundation Scholarships Canvas Course
Finalist interviews the week of June 8, 2026

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