Global Engagement and Leadership Experience (GELE)
What is GELE?
The Global Engagement and Leadership Experience is an off-campus global leadership opportunity. At GELE, we spend a weekend exploring cultural intelligence - your ability to strategize, work, and lead in intercultural settings. Our trained facilitators guide you through fun and reflective activities to develop your ability to interact across differences at the individual and group level, a crucial skill for any academic major or future career.
What will you gain from this experience?
- A Cultural Intelligence (CQ) intercultural assessment
- New skills, knowledge, and perspectives on global leadership
- An opportunity to build new friendships and expand your professional network
- A certificate of completion
What are the qualifications to apply?
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate student status
- An interest in leadership and intercultural self-development
GELE is available to all students regardless of major and year of study. Both domestic and international students are encouraged to apply.
When can I apply?
Applications open on September 8 and a link to the application form will be available on this page.
The application closes on September 27.
Who can I contact to learn more about GELE?
We are happy to respond to any inquiries and answer questions about GELE. Please email globalengagement@psu.edu and a Global Engagement Coordinator will be in touch with you shortly.
Meals and transportation are provided by Penn State Global.
What will you gain from this experience?
- A Cultural Intelligence (CQ) intercultural assessment
- New skills, knowledge, and perspectives on global leadership
- An opportunity to build new friendships and expand your professional network
- A certificate of completion
What are the qualifications to apply?
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate student status
- An interest in leadership and intercultural self-development
GELE is available to all students regardless of major and year of study. Both domestic and international students are encouraged to apply.
When can I apply?
Applications open on September 8 and a link to the application form will be available on this page.
The application closes on September 27.
Who can I contact to learn more about GELE?
We are happy to respond to any inquiries and answer questions about GELE. Please email globalengagement@psu.edu and a Global Engagement Coordinator will be in touch with you shortly.
Meals and transportation are provided by Penn State Global.
