The program admits approximately 40-50 non-Northwestern students every summer. I thought you could share this opportunity with students, administrators, and faculty before our application deadline passes.
Students receive:
* intensive pre-departure coursework and training at Northwestern (topics covered include international development history, community development principles, team decision-making processes, and leadership in multicultural environments)
* 2 full Northwestern course credits (equivalent to 6 semester hours)
* a four to five member team-based internship at a vetted community-based organization abroad
* a local home-stay
* 24-hour on-site supervision, care, and support
* a comprehensive post-trip reflection and Final Learning Summit at Northwestern
Nuts & Bolts:
* Who: all undergraduates or recent graduates may apply (alumni represent nearly 40 colleges and universities (http://mycge.org/our-model/gesi-alumni/)
* Where: Bolivia, India, Nicaragua, South Africa, or Uganda
* When: June 18- August 20, 2011
* Deadlines: applications accepted on a rolling basis until April 1
Students may find GESI's three-step application process online. A wealth of information on the program -- including course syllabi, program costs, and logistical information -- can also be found at our website, gesi.northwestern.edu.
I would be very grateful if you could take a moment to share this unique opportunity with your colleagues and students. I am available at gesi@northwestern.edu and 847.467.0844 to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to receiving strong applicants from your school.
With regards,
Nicole
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Nicole Patel
Assistant Director
Center for Global Engagement at
Buffett Center for International & Comparative Studies Northwestern University 620 Library Place Evanston, IL 60208
w: gesi.northwestern.edu
o: 847.467.0844
c: 847.602.3616
