Big dreams and good grades are not enough to get into college for many low-income or first-generation students. They need someone to help them along the way - to teach them the steps they need to take to make college a reality. Are you willing to be THAT person - a KnowHow2GONebraska Ambassador?

EducationQuest Foundation is looking for enthusiastic college students to volunteer their time as Ambassadors to help younger students "know how to go to college." The KnowHow2GO program is a national effort to help 8th - 10th graders learn the four steps needed to make college a reality. EducationQuest is proud to sponsor the effort in Nebraska.

As a KnowHow2GONebraska Ambassador, you will:

• receive training on the KnowHow2GONebraska initiative – and specialized training as needed for KnowHow2Go events
• help our partner organizations with college access and career exploration activities - as you build valuable leadership and communication skills
• make a difference in your community as you present KnowHow2GO information to middle and high school students, and represent the campaign at KnowHow2GO events
• participate in regular posts and/or blogs regarding college access and best practices for working with middle and high school students
• add community service activities to your resume, and the potential for professional references

To be eligible, you must:

• be committed to serve for the 2010-2011 academic year
• be committed to a minimum of 2-3 presentations/events per semester
• have a 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher
• be a continuing college student for the fall semester of 2010
• have the ability to interact with youth from diverse backgrounds
• be mature and professional
• have excellent communication skills and enthusiasm
• have reliable transportation
• provide two references
• successfully pass a background check

If interested, complete and submit the application below.
KnowHow2GONebraska Ambassador Application

Questions? Contact Daphne Hall at daphneh@educationquest.org or 402.479.6625.