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Join Our Team

The Global Peers (formerly the Global Engagement Student Committee or GESC) are peer educators with intercultural competency whose goal is to motivate students to build an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.

Applications are currently closed. Please sign up below to get a notification once the Fall 2020 application opens.

Why become a Global Peer?

Improve your Communication and Leadership Skills

Liaison with SFU clubs and societies, the Global Student Centre, International Services for Students, and other university partners to coordinate global engagement initiatives
Lead your own approved project with teammates

Practice and Learn Intercultural Skills

Day-long training for intercultural communication
Weekly meeting with a diverse team
Plan events inclusive to all cultures

Gain Experience in Project Management

Understand the basics of Human Centered Design
Work efficiently according to your strengths and your peers' strengths

Meaningful Connections

Peer Coaching

Have questions? Contact us at iengage@sfu.ca