Become a Global Ambassador

SHU Global Ambassadors are student leaders who wish to share their experiences with potential study abroad students and promote international initiatives on campus.

The main objectives of this program are for study abroad alumni to help increase awareness of study abroad at Sacred Heart University, and to share their knowledge, experience, and insight with future and potential study abroad participants.

The program will feature a few different areas of involvement:

  • Participate in our annual Study Abroad Fair(s)
  • Organize on-campus outreach, such as information sessions, pre-departure orientations, classroom and residence hall visits, and tabling
  • Help with Admissions Open Houses & Admitted Student Days
  • Conduct social media outreach & video interviews
  • Provide support to our English Language Institute

Ambassadors are encouraged to participate in as many areas they wish to, but you must volunteer a minimum of 3 hours each month in order to remain committed to the program.

What will you gain from this program?

  • The Global Ambassador program is an effective way to reconnect with your study abroad experiences while integrating yourself back into the Sacred Heart community.
  • You will meet new people who share your interests and work with other students who have recently gone abroad.
  • You will be able to talk about and reflect on your experiences while passing on your expertise to future students.
  • You will have fun! The more involved everyone is, the more enjoyable it will be.
  • You will gain valuable experience as a student leader in peer advising, public speaking, and event planning.

Training Sessions

Global Ambassadors must attend a training session before they officially begin. You will be contacted about the dates of these sessions before or at the start of the semester.

Applying to be a Global Ambassador

Applications open during the summer and, if accepted, commitment is for the full academic year. Details regarding the program and application process are made available via email to all study abroad returnees and @shuglobal Instagram.