Faculty Program Proposal

Faculty Led / Ambassador Program Proposals

Ambassador Programs or short-term faculty led study abroad programs are programs that WSU faculty provide a class while travelling abroad with the assistance of our international office.  Typically, the program runs for 1-4 weeks and is usually offered during the summer term, winter or spring break. The class is usually 3.0 credit hour on average. 

Developing an ambassador program is a lengthy process with a lot of moving parts and stakeholders. University Center for International Education (UCIE) provides opportunities and support for faculty to teach abroad by developing, planning and administering short term faculty led programs with the faculty to meet curriculum needs.  Faculty led initiatives must be in line with UCIE programmatic priorities and meet the demand of students. 

Apply to lead an Ambassador Program

Faculty, with support from their Chair and College typically submit a Faculty Led Program Proposal more than 12 months in advance of the program.  The following process will be part of the overall assessment of a new proposal: 

• Meet with UCIE to develop a proposal 
• Proposals by faculty are routed to Department Chair
• Chairs will evaluate and submit the proposal to the respective Dean by the UCIE deadline
• Deans will submit a vetted number to the Provost’s Office for review and consideration of the course offering and faculty travel 
• The Provost’s Office and the UCIE will collaboratively approve programs based on strategic goals and priorities of the institution

These programs provide opportunities for students to study abroad and develop their global competence while fulfilling their program requirements. Faculty travel expenses are covered within the program budget while the class is offered through the department. If you would like to learn more about how to develop an Ambassador Program, please contact Joy Wanderi at: joy.wanderi@wright.edu.