Deadline: 18-Dec-22
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Morocco is inviting applications for its Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSIs) for Global Student Leaders on Economic Empowerment to provide groups of undergraduate student leaders with a deeper understanding of the United States while simultaneously enhancing their leadership skills.
The SUSI on Economic Empowerment will enhance participants’ knowledge of U.S. history, government, institutions, society, and culture within the context of the theme. Participants will receive an overview of the U.S. economic system and structures while exploring sub-themes such as economic prosperity and opportunity; building sustainable economies; inequities within economies; financial access and inclusion; entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial ecosystems; social entrepreneurship; social capital development; financial literacy; organizational development and management; and adapting to the future of work. The Institute will incorporate a focus on U.S. historical events as well as contemporary American life, including current political, social, and economic debates in a pluralistic society.
Participants will learn about economic empowerment through foundational discussion on entrepreneurship and social capital as well as capacity building workshops. These practical sessions will address financial literacy, business modeling, and leadership and management skills. Meetings will be arranged with businesses, such as the nationally known Yankee Candle Company, and local entrepreneurs. The Institute also includes a trip to Boston to visit the Federal Reserve Bank and Harvard University. Participants will be guided through a self-designed start-up project to practically apply their new knowledge and skills throughout the program, ending with a pitch presentation.
Eligibility Criteria
- Participants are expected to be highly motivated first through third year undergraduate students from colleges, universities, and other institutions of higher education, who demonstrate leadership through academic work, community involvement, and extracurricular activities.
- be proficient in English;
- be interested in the Institute topic;
- be between 18 and 25 years of age;
- have at least one semester left of their undergraduate studies, and be committed to returning to their home universities following completion of the program;
- demonstrate strong leadership qualities and potential in their university and community activities;
- indicate a serious interest in learning about the United States;
- have a sustained high level of academic achievement, as indicated by grades, awards, and teacher recommendations;
- demonstrate commitment to community and extracurricular university activities;
- have little or no prior study or travel experience in the United States or elsewhere outside of their home country
For more information, visit https://ma.usembassy.gov/education-culture/exchanges-programs/youth-programs/