The U.S. Consulate General in Jerusalem Announces The MEPI Student Leaders Institute Program (Summer 2014)

The U.S. Consulate General in Jerusalem Announces The MEPI Student Leaders Institute Program (Summer 2014)

The MEPI Student Leaders Institute is a fully-funded six-week intensive leadership training program in the U.S. for undergraduate students. The program is from June 25 – August 7, 2014. All programs will share two key components: a five-week academic residency at the host institution and a one-week study tour designed to complement and reinforce the concepts explored in the academic residency. The Institute consists of hands-on leadership training workshops, academic sessions, site visits, community service projects, optional home stays and other opportunities for interaction with Americans peers

MEPI Student Leaders Program is now accepting applications! The MEPI Student Leaders Institute is a fully-funded six-week intensive leadership training program in the U.S. for undergraduate students from across the Middle East, including Palestinians. The program is from June 25 – August 7, 2014. All programs will share two key components: a five-week academic residency at the host institution and a one-week study tour designed to complement and reinforce the concepts explored in the academic residency. The Institute consists of hands-on leadership training workshops, academic sessions, site visits, community service projects, optional home stays and other opportunities for interaction with Americans peers. More information available at: http://jerusalem.usconsulate.gov/ysli.html. It’s a great program for civically engaged undergrads.

Inquiries: Jerusalem and West Bank Applicants: Email [email protected]; call 02-622-7172, or (0545) 420 953 for more information.Gaza Applicants: Email[email protected]; call 08-286-4623 for more information.