Inclusive Excellence Ambassador, Learning Advocate (Student)

American University•Washington, DC

15d•$18

About The Position

The Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIE) is looking for students to serve as Inclusive Excellence Ambassadors (IE Ambassadors), with a specific focus on education and learning advocacy, for the 2025 - 2026 academic year. Learning Advocates will be trained in inclusive teaching and intergroup dialogue practices to help foster campus-wide engagement with critical themes such as identity, culture, equity, and access. Learning Advocates will serve as peer educators who help shape, support, and deliver the educational content behind OIE’s core initiatives. From facilitating discussions in Dialogue Across Differences workshops to curating content for the Inclusive Excellence Learning Series. Learning Advocates will help make complex conversations more accessible and meaningful for their peers. This is an excellent opportunity for students passionate about education, dialogue, and creating inclusive learning spaces on campus.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled American University student (undergraduate or graduate).
Strong work ethic, interest in culturally responsive practices, and effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Willingness to ask for assistance and openness to constructive feedback.
Flexibility to adapt to team needs in dynamic situations.
Passion for advancing inclusive excellence at AU.

Nice To Haves

Interest or prior involvement in inclusive excellence, student leadership, or community engagement is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop knowledge in inclusive excellence principles and practices in higher education.
Refine skills in public speaking, professional networking, inclusive leadership and collaboration.
Receive mentorship from OIE staff and participate in ambassador training focused on educational leadership.
Develop skills in facilitation, inclusive education, critical thinking, and collaborative leadership.
Attend and assist in facilitating dialogue with campus-wide OIE events, receptions, and other in-person or virtual programs.
Engage in continuous learning around inclusive excellence frameworks, intergroup dialogue, and social identity development.
Help create a welcoming and respectful space for cross-cultural, cross-identity conversations.
Support efforts to translate insight from student experiences into informed content for social media and future workshops.
Assist at OIE events for approximately 1 to 3 hours per event, 5-8 times per semester.
Attend weekly IE Ambassador team meetings/training throughout the fall and spring semesters.