{"id":685,"date":"2018-05-31T14:04:02","date_gmt":"2018-05-31T14:04:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/global\/?page_id=685"},"modified":"2025-02-21T12:57:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T17:57:10","slug":"peer-ambassador-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/office-of-international-students-and-scholars\/current-students-and-scholars\/peer-ambassador-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Global Peer Ambassador Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left type-intro fullwidth\">As an international student, study abroad participant, or a student interested in international education, you are invited to apply for the Global Peer Ambassador Program administered by the URI International Center. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27966\" style=\"width:1006px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-300x188.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-1024x640.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-768x480.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-1536x960.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-364x228.jpeg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-500x313.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-1000x625.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-1280x800.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/IMG_6054-edited-2000x1250.jpeg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Interntional students and peer ambassadors gather as a group at the North Woods Challenge Course.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">This program features three exciting roles, each designed to match different skills and interests:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Global Greeter<\/strong>&#8211;&nbsp;Be the first friendly face new international students see as they begin their journey at URI! As a Global Greeter, you\u2019ll provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere and support to help them settle into their new environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What You\u2019ll Do:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offer advice, share personal experiences, and answer questions during our Virtual Pre-Arrival Information sessions (Spring\/Summer 2025).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help ease cultural and geographical transitions during Welcome Week (August 27 \u2013 September 2, 2025).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultivate an atmosphere of inclusivity and trust where students feel at home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event Facilitator<\/strong>&nbsp;-Assist in organizing and leading exciting and impactful activities that celebrate diversity and champion cultural exchange.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What You\u2019ll Do:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinate social events and cultural workshops, handling logistics and ensuring everyone can participate.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support events and initiatives that highlight study-away opportunities.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inspire collaboration and build strong connections among participants.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Communications Specialist<\/strong>&nbsp;-Help keep our vibrant international community connected and engaged through dynamic, effective communication.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What You&#8217;ll Do:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Manage communications: Keep participants informed and excited using group texts and WhatsApp platforms.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create engaging content: Showcase achievements, share news, and encourage active participation within the community.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen global connections: Help build a bridge between cultures and encourage meaningful connections.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each role in the Global Peer Ambassador Program plays a unique part in creating a welcoming and enriching experience for everyone! Whether&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;giving a warm welcome, organizing awesome events, or keeping communication clear, together we build a strong community that promotes global understanding and collaboration.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why Join?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grow as a leader\u00a0and sharpen your intercultural skills.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expand your global perspective\u00a0and discover new viewpoints.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00a0Build lifelong connections\u00a0in a welcoming, diverse community.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/H8ukjyrqJu__;!!Jh1S!kCJDrItq5nVlidltVxj52Qner2ZLszZscU85FWOKziJ339VOkX4InxYEbq4H3LvDoy_pnAd0rYa1WIqmAQ$\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1988\/Untitled-design-6.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Apply Now!<\/h2><p>Become a Global Peer Ambassador<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">2025-2026 Application<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \"><p>\n<h1>We&#8217;re here to help<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Office of International Students and Scholars<br \/>\nOffice Hours:<\/strong><br \/>\nMonday &#8211; Friday<br \/>\n8:30am &#8211; 4:30pm Eastern Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>International Center, 3rd FL<\/strong><br \/>\n37 Lower College Road<br \/>\nKingston, RI, 02881<br \/>\nPhone: 401.874.2395<br \/>\nissoff@etal.uri.edu<\/p>\n<p><strong> Follow us on social media!<br \/>\nInstagram &#8211; uri_intl<br \/>\nX &#8211; uri_intl<br \/>\nFacebook &#8211; URI Office of International Students &amp; Scholars<\/p>\n<p><\/p><\/div><\/section><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As an international student, study abroad participant, or a student interested in international education, you are invited to apply for the Global Peer Ambassador Program administered by the URI International Center. 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