TRU Study Abroad Ambassador Awards

A limited number of competitive awards of $2,000 each are available for students who have returned from a TRU approved Study Abroad program at either a bilateral or ISEP partner institution. Ambassadors represent the Study Abroad program and assist Study Abroad staff in the promotion of its value.

Application deadline: TBA

Study Abroad Ambassador Award

Successful applicants will have the value of their award credited to their tuition account on a semesterized basis.

Ambassador duties

• Promoting Study Abroad through outreach activities such as class visits, information sessions, and peer-to-peer support
• Working with the Study Abroad staff and marketing co-ordinator to develop marketing tools including social media, banners, posters, flyers, and literature
• Providing information and guidance to interested students and other relevant parties at booths around campus, class visits, desk hours, and other campus and community events
• Planning and attending Study Abroad events
• Completing a larger project that benefits and gives back to the Study Abroad program
• Being part of a smaller Ambassador sub-group that concentrates on a specific objective (i.e. event planning, Study Abroad promotions, presentations, or administrative duties)
• Attending regular meetings
• Acting as a point of contact for incoming exchange students
• Contributing to the development of the Study Abroad Ambassador program by completing surveys and evaluations

Education/experience

• Must be intending to enrol full-time (minimum nine undergraduate credits per semester) at TRU in an undergraduate program for both fall and winter semesters
• Must have successfully completed a one or two semester Study Abroad approved program at a partner institution in another country
• Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average at TRU of 2.50
• Must have a positive record in applying for Study Abroad, including reports and correspondence from the student’s host university

Qualifications

• Able to commit to 8-10 hours/week in both fall and winter semesters
• A desire to work with other students, groups on campus, and the community
• An enthusiasm for sharing the Study Abroad experience
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and cross-cultural communication skills
• Comfortable with public speaking
• Punctual and reliable
• Able to work with minimal supervision, in small groups, or in a team environment
• Leadership experience and a positive attitude
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office, internet, and social media
• Project management skills such as organization, attention to detail and event planning
• Conflict resolution and problem solving abilities

Applicants must

• Submit the TRU Study Abroad Ambassador application including a written statement of 500 to 1000 words that covers three key concepts: (1) the impact of Study Abroad on the student’s life, (2) why the student feels they are suited to be a Study Abroad Ambassador, and (3) a plan or list of ideas describing what the student will do to promote the concept, benefits, and opportunities available through Study Abroad
• Attend a three-day ambassador training event scheduled for August (if selected)
• Submit a creative piece to illustrate the TRU study abroad experience. The student is invited to choose from a variety of platforms such as: video, Prezi, PowerPoint, photo montage, WordArt,or any other social media tool to share this experience. Please note: this must be submitted before the application deadline by hyperlink, USB, or email to studyabroad@tru.ca

Benefits

• Financial award
• Study Abroad training
• Event planning experience
• Cross-cultural communication skills
• Working with individuals around campus
• Opportunity to share international experiences with others
• Teamwork skills
• Project management skills
• Leadership skills
• Public speaking skills
• Experience for resume
• The award will be applied as a tuition credit of $1000 in August, with the remaining $1000 applied as a tuition credit in January.
• We thank everyone for applying however only successful applicants will be contacted for interviews.

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