003.A.13.3 2011-2012 International Diplomacy Program

International Diplomacy Program

International Student Services

2011 – 2012

What is the International Diplomacy Program? The Salt Lake Community College International Diplomacy Program; Creating Student Leaders; Building Global Citizens, represents a best practice in international education and intercultural programming. IDP is a new opportunity to create an environment for International and U.S students to make a difference in the world one person at a time. International Diplomats increase their understanding of cultures, nations, environments and human rights to promote cross-cultural interaction and communication. Through personal relationships and campus projects, diplomats join a world-wide movement for international education.

Events of the first decade of the 21^th Century brought shifting dynamics between government, business and education. We are no longer separate entities. International Education is the nexus of this relationship. In the 21^st century educational institutions have embraced the need for Global Competence. U.S. students cannot fall behind academically or culturally. Global Competence or being Bi-Cultural; being comfortable in the world, is rapidly becoming an education priority. In response to the demand for global education, SLCC’s International Diplomacy Program was initiated.

The IDP supports Strategic Priority I by improving student participation in non-curricular activities that are related to student persistence and improving student recruitment and outreach.

Students will understand and agree to support diplomacy:

• The art and practice of conducting negotiations between nations
• Skill in handling affairs without arousing hostility: tact

Students will demonstrate that they:

• Have a desire to be engaged with people around the world
• Appreciate views other than their own
• Are non-judgmental regarding cultural differences

The International Diplomacy Program (IDP) offers three ways for students to participate:

1. Student to Student Diplomats - Every semester new international students arrive at Salt Lake Community College. Current student diplomats, both international and local, welcome, mentor and help new students adjust to life in the U.S. and at SLCC. Through the Buddy Program, Diplomats provide support to new international students with pre-arrival information, airport pick-up, and support during the first days and weeks in Salt Lake City. During the New International Student Orientation Week diplomats present an introduction to U.S. culture, the SLCC campus, and community resources.   Throughout the semester students attend on and off-campus events, leadership conferences, and athletic activities together.

2. Advocacy Diplomats - Current trends in international education and the benefits of international exchange are the focus of Advocacy Diplomats. Advocates work closely with the Student Senate, Legislators, Faculty and community leaders to educate and promote global education and intercultural communication on our campus community   Advocates may visit the State Capitol during the legislative session, work with the Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy, establish a Model United Nations on campus, and advance the Utah International Education Stories Project. Diplomats will promote and support the understanding of the intrinsic value of International Education.
3. Programming Diplomats - These diplomats are dedicated to broadening cultural understanding on our campus. Programming Diplomats promote international goodwill by planning on-campus activities focusing on cross-cultural awareness and global learning. These may include a giant global mural with faces of current students in the Student Center, an international panel or cultural fair presented by international students and study abroad alumni and a campus-wide food fiesta. Programming for faculty, staff and students such as Speed Diplomacy, Country/Culture Presentations, Dating Across Cultures and International Education Week highlight the year.

“Will we change the world overnight? No. Will we start a ripple effect that may eventually change the way we see each other? Maybe. All we can do is offer the gifts we've been given in a way that leaves the world a little better than we found it. It's our best effort at world peace; world peace, that is, one student at a time.”

By participation in the IDP diplomats will demonstrate the ability to:

• Respect people of all nationalities
• Collaborate with individuals from diverse cultures to solve problems
• Effectively interact and communicate across cultures
• Strive to understand and communicate in the language of others
• Interact effectively with others both inside and outside of American borders.
• Have open minds and natural curiosity
• Have friendly and positive attitudes
• Be a good listener
• Put themselves in another’s place

The International Diplomats can be associated with organizations such as:

• Campus Events and Programming
• Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah
• Institute of International Education (IIE), New York
• International Education Week – a National Celebration, November
• The Metizo Café and Cultural Center, North Temple, SLC
• NAFSA: Association of International Educators, Washington, D.C.
• Salt Lake Film Center
• SLCC Student Life & Leadership
• U.S. Institute of Peace
• U.S. Center of Citizen Diplomacy
• Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy
• Utah Model UN (United Nations)
• Utah International Education Stories Project
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  Salt Lake Community College
  International Student Services
  
  
  International Diplomacy Program
  Creating Student Leaders;
  Building Global Citizens
  
  
  
  
  What is the International Diplomacy Program?
  
  
  The Salt Lake Community College International Diplomacy Program; Creating Student Leaders; Building Global Citizens, is a new opportunity for U.S. and international students to make a difference in the world one person at a time. Through personal relationships and campus projects, diplomats increase their understanding of cultures, nations, environments and human rights. If you are interested in world-wide diplomacy, making friends from around the globe, and promoting international activities, become an International Diplomat!
  
  
  What is required of an International Diplomat?
  
  

  An International Diplomat is a SLCC student who is:	What are the benefits of International Diplomat service?	Applicants will need to attend:
  Reliable and responsible Enthusiastic, friendly, and a good listener Have a desire to be engaged with people around the world Non-judgmental regarding cultural differences Demonstrate respect for people of all nationalities Willing to volunteer their time In good academic standing Attending SLCC during the semester of service	Meet people/make friends from more than fifty countries Add to your leadership experience Develop interpersonal and intercultural communication and presentation skills Be a role model and mentor for first year students from around the world Contribute ideas to make your voice heard in a new SLCC student program Create and participate in social activities Upon successful completion of the internship, receive a letter of recommendation	International Diplomacy Retreat International Diplomacy Training New International Student Orientation (three times per year) Weekly Diplomacy Meetings Participate in the Buddy Program International Diplomacy Program Activities International Education Week

  
  
  
  

  The International Diplomacy Program awards stipends each semester to two Lead Diplomats in the Student to Student, Advocacy, and Programming categories. An additional stipend will be awarded to a Public Relations Scribe. You must complete the Stipend Application to be considered for these funds and meet the requirements listed below.
  Stipends available for lead service:	Eligibility for stipends:
  Stipends are available to lead diplomats who apply via the stipend application and can commit to working ten hours per week. Diplomats are eligible for a stipend upon successful contribution to the program Funds are dispersed at the end of the semester	Be a current student in your second year and apply for the IDP program. Have a 2.5 minimum GPA and maintain a 2.5 GPA with 12 credit hours to keep the funding. Be available for ten office hours per week. Be a lead diplomat and assist your team with outreach, orientation, advocacy, and programming events.

  Salt Lake Community College International Diplomacy Program Application

  Name: ___________________________________________ Student #: ______________________________________

  Address: _________________________________________ City & Zip Code: __________________________________
  
  
  E-mail: _____________________________ Phone: (home) __________________ (cell) ___________________________
  
  
  U.S. Citizen/Resident ____ yes ____ no
  
  
  International Student ____yes ____no Country: _______­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­______________________________
  
  
  Major / field of study: _____________________ ___________ Current GPA: _________________________________
  
  
  Number of semesters attended SLCC: _______________________________________
  
  
  Please choose your first, second and third area of interest in the International Diplomacy Program:
  
  
  First Choice Second Choice Third Choice
  Student to Student Diplomat: 1 2 3
  Student Diplomats welcome, mentor and help new students adjust to life in the U.S. and at SLCC. Diplomats provide support to new international students with pre-arrival information, airport pick-up, and support during the first days and weeks in Salt Lake City. During New International Student Orientation Week, diplomats present an introduction to U.S. culture, the SLCC campus, and community resources. Throughout the semester students attend on and off-campus events, leadership conferences, and athletic activities together.
  Advocacy Diplomat: 1 2 3
  Advocates work closely with the Student Senate, Legislators, Faculty and community leaders to educate and promote global education and intercultural communication on our campus community. Advocates may visit the State Capitol during the legislative session, work with the Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy, establish a Model United Nations on campus, and advance the Utah International Education Stories Project. Diplomats will promote and support the understanding of the intrinsic value of International Education.
  
  
  Programming Diplomat: 1 2 3
  Programming Diplomats promote international goodwill by planning on-campus activities focusing on cross-cultural awareness and global learning. These may include a giant global mural with faces of current students in the Student Center, an international panel or cultural fair presented by international students and study abroad alumni, and a campus-wide food fiesta. Programming for faculty, staff and students such as Speed Diplomacy, Country/Culture Presentations, Dating Across Cultures and International Education Week highlight the year.
  
  
  Please attach a one to two page cover letter answering the following questions:
  • Why are you interested in the International Diplomacy Program?
  • What skills or ideas would you contribute to the program?
  • What is the value in making connections with students from other cultures, countries and language backgrounds?
  • How will you balance your time and effort for the Diplomacy Program with school and other responsibilities throughout the semester?
  
  
  I understand the requirements listed and I am interested in being considered for an International Diplomat position. By signing below, I indicate that I will be able to honor the time and effort commitments as listed. I further attest that all information on this application is accurate.
  
  
  
  
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