IMA x UF Dept of Int’l Admissions: Global Gators Connect Program - Due Feb 28th

According to the AAMC, one of the most important skills that an aspiring medical student may possess is “cultural competence” -- demonstrating knowledge of socio-cultural factors that affect interactions and behaviors; showing an appreciation and respect for multiple dimensions of diversity; and recognizing and acting on the obligation to inform one’s own judgment; engages diverse and competing perspectives as a resource for learning. Do you have an interest in increasing your cultural competence? Do you have a passion for mentoring prospective international student applicants to UF?

Program Information

International Mentorship Association x UF Int’l Admissions

Global Gator Connect Program

The Global Gator Connect Program seeks to match newly admitted international students for the Class of 2027 to current students (international or domestic) to provide ambassadorship and create friendship. This program is designed to keep the conversation going and help provide answers specifically about support services, community, and life as a Global Gator at UF.

Ambassadors will follow up with their newly admitted student to make sure no question goes unanswered and show that we support them each step along their journey to deciding where to attend.

Important Dates!

Deadline to apply: February 28, 2023 by 11:59PM

Required Training(s): March 2nd/3rd, 2023 (30 minutes; Virtual)

Match Day & Pairing Ceremony: March 9th, 2023 (refreshments provided!)

Program Duration: March 13th-May 1st, 2023

Basic Program Requirements

• At least 1 meeting with your mentee (can occur anytime after March 13th)
  

• Send at least 1 follow-up email based on your conversation
  

Benefits

• Signed Certificate of Involvement from UF Department of International Admissions
  

• Letter of Recommendation from UF International Recruitment Manager*
  

• Community Service Hours (consummate with extent of participation)
  

• Life-Long Friendship!
  

*Eligible to ambassadors who have demonstrated great leadership and involvement in the program

The goal of this program is to create a friendship that lasts all the way to the student enrolling at UF and allowing the student to have a familiar face on campus their first day of classes!

Apply to become an ambassador and join our community!

Application Link: https://forms.gle/Wnmm8GHHuMGQ5mYp7 

Thank you once again for supporting UF's international student population!