Participation as a Global Ambassador empowers students to build on their global experience(s) while helping others. Through this program, you will:

· Promote global understanding within domestic and international communities

· Share your culture and help dispel misconceptions about other countries

· Advocate for study abroad opportunities at CPP

· Strengthen intercultural communication, leadership, and presentation skills

· Make new friends and learn about diverse cultures

Global Ambassadors serve as peer resources for students interested in study abroad and international opportunities. Responsibilities may include:

· Providing peer advising support to students exploring study abroad options

· Helping students search for programs based on major, academic goals, and interests

· Guiding students through the study abroad application process

· Assisting with study abroad–related forms (e.g., Academic Planning, Financial Aid)

· Offering a student perspective on preparing for, living abroad, and returning home

· Serving as a point of contact for students through walk-in advising and events

· Representing the Office of Study Abroad in a professional and welcoming manner

Global Ambassadors may participate in a variety of outreach and engagement activities, including:

· Giving presentations about their study abroad or international experience

· Serving as a resource during Study Abroad 101 sessions and information workshops

· Assisting with and participating in campus events (study abroad fairs, tabling, International Education Week, Study Abroad Showcase)

· Conducting on-campus marketing (tabling, distributing flyers, classroom announcements, email outreach)

· Giving short in-class presentations (e.g., 2-minute pitches about their program or host institution)

To be eligible for the Global Ambassador Program, students must:

· Have prior experience studying, living, working, or interning abroad or be an international student enrolled at CPP

· Be enrolled at CPP (part-time or full-time)

· Be reliable, responsible, and professional

· Be friendly, personable, and willing to share experiences with others

· Be motivated by intercultural exchange and global learning

· Participate in regular Global Ambassador meetings

· Commit to a minimum of three events or activities per semester

If becoming a Global Ambassador sounds like something you would like to do, please contact studyabroad@cpp.edu with the subject line “Global Ambassadors.” The number of students accepted varies based on staff availability and program needs.

For additional questions, students are also welcome to email the Office of Study Abroad at studyabroad@cpp.edu with the subject line “Global Ambassadors.”