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Cecil Cardinal Mascot Scholarship

Students will apply for consideration for this position. Applicants will be selected for an interview and the hiring committee will select the primary office location.
 
Applicant Eligibility Requirements:
  • Currently attending NIC as a degree-seeking student.
  • Currently in good academic standing with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards.
  • Submit completed Application, a Letter of Interest, and a Reference Letter by deadline.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Performers are representatives of North Idaho College and its students, faculty, staff and alumni, and behavior both in and out of the suit must always uphold the spirit, tradition and values of NIC. Violation of campus standards, either in or out of the suit, is cause for removal from one's mascot responsibilities.
  • Must be available for all athletic events hosted by North Idaho College (with the exception of breaks (Christmas, spring break, etc.).
  • Emulate North Idaho College's Cardinal Spirit.
  • Properly care for the Cecil Cardinal Costume.
  • Keep your identity a SECRET!
  • Might be asked by departments other than athletics to assist in community events (many of these will be optional, but encouraged).
 
Requirements to Maintain Participation:
  • Maintain full-time student status (12 or more credits) during the duration of the program.
  • Have and maintain a minimum a 2.5 cumulative GPA and 66.67% completion rate.
  • Complete approximately 300 total office hours: summer 2024 (optional), fall 2024 (150 hrs) and spring 2025 (150 hrs) semester.
  • Be knowledgeable of NIC’s mission, programs, services and activities.
  • Maintain professional standards while representing North Idaho College.
 
Benefits to Students:
  • Receive Cardinal Grant at the in-district rate tuition and fees equivalent to 12 credit hours (fall and spring semester).
  • Cultivate leadership skills and build community support.
  • Improve the atmosphere across campus and throughout the community.
  • Network with NIC employees, students, and community members.

To apply for the Cecil Cardinal Mascot position, please complete the application here.

Preference is given to students who do not participate in an athletics program at North Idaho College.

More Information:
Athletic Coordinator Felicia Andrade
(208) 929-4013 or felicia.andrade@nic.edu