{"id":15482,"date":"2026-08-17T13:07:11","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T17:07:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.acda.dance\/?post_type=tribe_events&#038;p=15482"},"modified":"2026-08-17T14:32:14","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T18:32:14","slug":"acda-student-ambassador-sign-up-opens","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/www.acda.dance\/?tribe_events=acda-student-ambassador-sign-up-opens","title":{"rendered":"ACDA Student Ambassador Sign-Up Opens"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Leading the Student Voice<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you passionate about dance, leadership, and building community? Become an ACDA Student Ambassador and help shape the student experience within the American College Dance Association.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Student Ambassadors serve as leaders and advocates for their peers by sharing information about ACDA opportunities, encouraging student involvement, and providing valuable feedback that helps strengthen the organization. Throughout the academic year, ambassadors connect with students from across the country while developing leadership, communication, and professional skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are attending an ACDA conference for the first time or are already an active member, the Student Ambassador Program is a great way to expand your network, build your r\u00e9sum\u00e9, and make a meaningful impact on the future of ACDA.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an ACDA Student Ambassador, you will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build community among dance students across the country.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase student involvement in ACDA programs and initiatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Represent and amplify the student voice within the organization.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share ACDA news, opportunities, and resources with your campus community.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop leadership and professional skills that extend beyond the classroom.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What You Will Receive<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Student Ambassadors who successfully complete the program will receive:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Student Ambassador Badge\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Certificate of Completion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognition as an ACDA Student Ambassador for your r\u00e9sum\u00e9, CV, or LinkedIn profile<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leadership and professional development experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opportunities to network with students from across the country<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Priority opportunities to participate in ACDA Instagram Takeovers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Student Ambassador Expectations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Student Ambassadors are expected to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attend all three virtual Student Ambassador meetings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participate in at least one ACDA virtual program during the year.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscribe to the ACDA Newsletter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow ACDA on social media.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share ACDA programs, events, and opportunities with fellow students.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If attending an ACDA conference, attend the ACDA Membership Meeting and help foster an engaging, welcoming environment for student participants.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Meeting Schedule<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Meeting #1 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">November 6, 2026 | 1:00\u20132:00 PM ET<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Meeting #2 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">January 22, 2027 | 1:00\u20132:00 PM ET<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Meeting #3 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April 2, 2027 | 1:00\u20132:00 PM ET<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What You Will Do<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout the year, Student Ambassadors will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about ACDA programs, initiatives, and leadership opportunities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connect with fellow ambassadors from across the country.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare for ACDA conferences through training and discussion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Represent ACDA through conference engagement and social media opportunities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide valuable feedback to help shape future ACDA programs and initiatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Ready to Lead?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are excited to build community, strengthen your leadership skills, and help amplify the student voice within ACDA, we encourage you to apply to become an ACDA Student Ambassador.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applications close <\/span><b>November 4, 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leading the Student Voice Are you passionate about dance, leadership, and building community? Become an ACDA Student Ambassador and help shape the student experience within the American College Dance Association. 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