Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America National Council of College Leaders

National Council of College Leaders

2025 Application
I. Introduction

The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation National Council of College Leaders (NCCL) works to increase awareness of Inflammatory Bowel Disease through youth-focused advocacy and fundraising. Youth leaders become advocates for patients through local and national campaigns. Council members also identify new fundraising opportunities on their campus and are responsible for meeting a minimum fundraising goal each year, while supporting and increasing support for existing programs. NCCL members will develop leadership skills and prepare for even larger roles as advocates for people with IBD.

II. Applicant Eligibility & Requirements
- At the time of application, the applicant must be a Freshman or Sophomore in college
- Be a patient with Inflammatory Bowel Disease OR be a sibling, child, or caregiver of a patient with IBD
- Be comfortable sharing your story, and displaying a member profile on the Foundation website
- Demonstrate enthusiam to volunteerism, advocacy, education, and impacting the lives of peers in the IBD community
- Attend annual meeting (paid for by the foundation), participate in monthly update calls, become involved with a local chapter, and serve as a Foundation leader/liaison to other youth in the IBD community.
III. Application Review Process

Completed applications are due by Sunday, January 12th, 2025 by 11:59 pm EST. All applications will be reviewed by a committee and decisions will be based on the demonstrated qualifications outlined above. Finalists will be invited to participate in a video interview. Please be advised that incomplete applications will not be reviewed or accepted.

IV. Diversity Statement

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation is committed to accelerating efforts within our organization and within the healthcare community to root out systemic racism and support communities of color. IBD impacts everyone regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity and we want to ensure the NCCL reflects the diversity of the IBD Community. We are seeking applicants with a wide range of experiences and our goal is to ensure applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to consider applying for and serving on the NCCL.

The information you submit below is confidential and will not be shared.

Any questions? Reach out to atowns@crohnscolitisfoundation.org
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
E-mail*
Phone number - Please include the best number to reach you directly*

Area CodePhone Number
Gender*

FemaleMaleNon-binaryTransgenderPrefer not to sayOther
Race- please select all that apply*

WhiteBlack or African AmericanAsianNative Hawaiian or Pacific IslanderHispanic or latinxPrefer not to sayOther
Languages Spoken*

EnglishSpanishOther
Hometown*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Address during the school year *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Name of college or university where you are enrolled*
Current Program of Study (major and minor where applicable)*
Year in college - Please note, you are expected to serve on the council for at least two years*
Anticipated College Graduation Year*
Disease diagnosis*
If you are not a patient, please identify who in your immediate family has IBD (e.g. mother, father, sister, brother)
Are you or a family member currently involved with a local Crohn's & Colitis Foundation chapter? (Note: your application decision is not contingent on your involvement in your local chapter)*

YesNo
If yes, write what chapter and please include the staff person you are primarily connected with at this chapter
Please note that the Foundation will contact chapter staff directly to serve as a reference for your application.
Please select all that describe your involvement with the Foundation (virtual or in person)

Participated in a fundraising event (Take Steps, Team Challenge, Spin 4, Special event)Attended Camp Oasis (as LIT, camper, counselor, etc.)Volunteered at education programsVolunteer or honored at other special fundraising events (e.g. a gala, football event)Lead or participate in a local support groupConnected through the Power of Two programFamily member is a local board memberParticipated in Day on the HillNot yet involved with the Foundation but hope to be!Other
Have you been involved in other volunteer efforts related to increasing IBD awareness? If so, explain. If not, please write "N/A"
How did you hear about the National Council of College Leaders? (Select all that apply)*
Short Answers

Please limit responses to 250 words or less

We recommend you copy all answers into a seperate document before you submit
Please list and briefly describe up to five (5) most notable volunteer/leadership experiences and roles.*
Describe one or two academic accomplishments in detail from either high school or college.*
What special talent or skill do you possess that could help the council? (e.g. artistic, creative, or professional talents or skills that can be used to promote fundraising, raise awareness or educate other people affected by IBD).*
Why do you want to be a member of the National Council of College Leaders? What do you hope to gain or achieve from joining this council of advocates? What skills do you hope to improve upon? *
Essay
Choose one of the following essay questions and answer in the comment box below.*
We recommend that you begin working on your essay on a separate word processor and copy the final content into the box below. Please do not exceed 500 words.*
Résumé
Attach current résumé*

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Recommendation Letters

Examples of appropriate references include but are not limited to teachers, professors, mentors, bosses, club leaders, etc. Recommendation letters cannot be writen by family members or Foundation staff. Letters must provide insight to your leadership abilities, and other strengths that would contribute to your experience on the NCCL.
Reference one name*
Relation to reference one*
Please instruct reference one to send PDF of reference letter to Amber Towns at atowns@crohnscolitisfoundation.org with subject line "NCCL Application Reference 1"
Reference two name (optional)
Relation to reference two (optional)
Please instruct reference two to send PDF of reference letter to Amber Towns at atowns@crohnscolitisfoundation.org with subject line "NCCL Application Reference 2"
Video Submission
Have someone film you for no more than 60 seconds answering the question below:

How would you improve the lives of young adults with IBD?
Attach your video submission (If you are having issues uploading your video, please contact atowns@crohnscolitisfoundation.org)

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Do you currently have any conflicts of interest to disclose for any paid opportunities related to IBD? (Specifically, do you receive any money from IBD related speaking/writing engagements, do you work for a pharmaceutical company that manufacturers an IBD medication?)*

YesNo
If yes, please explain any conflict of interests below
Agreement

If selected, I will serve the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation community as a member of the National Council of College Leaders to the best of my abilities.

I understand I will be asked to share my story and provide a photograph that may be placed on the internet.

I give consent to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation to use my story, name, and photograph to promote the resources produced by the Foundation for the IBD community in an effort to drive forward its mission and raise awareness about IBD.
I agree to the terms stated above

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