Study Abroad Student Ambassadors
Study Abroad Student Ambassador Application 2019-2020
Welcome back to the United States from an exciting semester abroad! Now that you are back from studying overseas, do you find yourself talking about your experience all the time? The Center for Intercultural and International Programs (CIIP) has the perfect opportunity for you. We have a program that is called the Study Abroad Student Ambassador (SASA) Volunteer Program. This program utilizes your study abroad experience and enthusiasm to tell other Xavier students about studying abroad.
To apply to be a Study Abroad Student Ambassador for 2019-2020, please fill out the application below. If you have questions or problems with the form, contact kwlee@xula.edu.
Who is a Study Abroad Student Ambassador?
YOU! Any student who has participated in a Xavier study abroad program (semester, summer, and academic year) can apply!
What does a Study Abroad Student Ambassador do?
A SASA is a CIIP student representative who is trained to speak about study abroad and share your personal experience with Xavier Freshman Seminar classes, admission events, study abroad fairs, orientations and one-on-one conversations with Xavier students. You will also have the opportunity to be part of the Pal Program where you will help international students transition to Xavier. The time commitment will be between 15 to 20 hours in the fall semester and 5-10 hours in the spring semester.
Will I be trained?
If you are selected as a SASA the CIIP staff will provide you with the training related to the content of the presentations and general Xavier study abroad information. You will also receive practice time and feedback on effective public speaking by the CIIP staff. This training generally takes place during the week prior to fall semester classes.
How long is my commitment?
This is a one-year commitment with the majority of the training and presentations taking place during the fall semester.
How can I apply?
CLICK HERE for an application with short answer questions.
- Applications must be submitted by September 9, 2019, for the 2019-2020 academic year.
- Application review will begin after the application deadline.
- In-person interviews may be conducted.
- Notifications will be sent out later.
- Training sessions for the 2019-20 SASAs will begin in October.
If you have questions, contact Ms. Karen W. Lee (Associate Director for the Center for Intercultural and International Programs) at kwlee@xula.edu or (504) 520-5491.