The Student Leadership Committee assists the College of ACES in its friend-raising and fundraising activities. As college ambassadors, members represent the student body at numerous college and alumni events and programs both on and off-campus. SLC assists the college in the recruitment of prospective students and in yield events for admitted students; student engagement with the current student body is also a major pillar of SLC responsibility.
How to Apply
Any undergraduate student currently enrolled in the University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) is eligible to apply for membership in the Student Leadership Committee. Students enrolled in the Parkland Pathways program are also eligible to apply.
The number of admitted new members shall be set by the council during the first general membership meeting of the spring semester. Membership selection is based off of application and interview process. If you plan to be off campus for a semester (i.e., study abroad/student teaching), you are still eligible to apply.
Students with demonstrated leadership, strong interpersonal skills, and an interest in meeting and hosting diverse groups of people are encouraged to apply. An selection committee composed of advisors and two graduating senior exec board members will review applications and conduct interviews for final selection. The committee strives to maintain a membership that represents the diversity of the students within the University of Illinois College of ACES.
Eligibility for New Membership
- All requirements listed above
- Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
- Students must participate in the full application and interview process.
- Students must graduate no less than a full calendar year past the membership selection date.
Active Membership Requirements
- Represent the College of ACES with dignity, enthusiasm, and pride
- Participate in committee events and activities
- Participate in monthly meetings
- Maintain academic success
- Be a team player
- Attend all events deemed mandatory by the Advisors and Executive Board, including general meetings, and the Professional Development Trip.
Annual Events & Projects
- Celebrate Food and Agriculture Day
- ACES Alumni Awards Gala
- Spring Professional Development Trip
- Monthly SLC General Council Meetings
- Prospective & Admitted Illini Fest
- National FFA Convention
- New Student Welcome
- ACES RSO & Study Abroad Fair
- ACES + LAS Career Fair
Advisors
Jean Drasgow
Senior Director of Experiential Learning & Director of ACES Career Services
jdrasgow@illinois.edu
Emily Franey
Senior Coordinator of Undergraduate Recruitment
evaughn3@illinois.edu
Meghan Clodfelter
Coordinator of Alumni Engagement
clodfel2@illinois.edu