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Become A Tarleton State Diplomat

Purpose

Tarleton State Diplomats are an honorary group of students selected to represent Tarleton State Waco Programs. The Tarleton State University – Waco Diplomats will promote and model the Tarleton State institutional core values of respect, integrity, and excellence in all interactions with others. In doing so, modeling such values will leave a lasting and meaningful impression of these core values on each individual with which we interact.

Selection of Diplomats

Diplomats are selected through a process that includes an application, an interview, and approval from the Tarleton State Waco Outreach Advisory Committee. Upon selection, the Diplomats will complete leadership training that meets the requirements outlined in the criteria for the qualification of the program as a Leadership Applied Learning Experience.

Length of Term

At least one year, but the experience can be extended to the entire length of matriculation at the University

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Why do I want to participate?

  • An invaluable opportunity to gain and develop leadership skills vital to subsequent career success
  • An opportunity to serve in a way that creates a greater impact on the campus community in Waco
  • The ability to be the student’s line of contact with main campus and community dignitaries
  • Satisfaction of involvement with your peers and the greater Waco community
  • An opportunity to proactively impact the greater Waco community

Expectations of Service

  • Attending and assisting with college fairs and recruiting events
  • Assisting McLennan Ambassadors with campus tours
  • Welcoming main campus and community dignitaries to the campus
  • Participating in 10 hours of leadership training
  • Assisting with outreach programs

Questions?

Please contact Becca Long by email at rlong@tarleton.edu or by phone at 254-299-8528 for further information or questions.