Equity, Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

International Student Ambassador Program

Four International Student Ambassador positions are available for current international students in full-time academic programs. International Student Ambassadors spend a minimum of 40 hours of time over the year to share their experience, promote diversity on campus, provide peer support and assist various programs/services across RRC Polytech to organize events and activities. This program develops student leaders who are committed to promoting diversity and creating an inclusive environment at RRC Polytech.

Screening criteria for participants

  • Must be a current full-time international student at RRC Polytech who will return as a full-time student the following academic year
  • Strong interpersonal, intercultural, communication and organization skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Interest in diversity and working with people from different backgrounds and cultures
  • Willingness to listen respectfully to different points of view and openness to self-reflection
  • Commitment to following through on assignments, meeting deadlines and performing tasks in a timely manner

For more information or if you have any questions, please send us an email.

Ambassadors receive a $300 honorarium at the end of the program.

Program commitment involves a September to April timeline.

Note: Submissions are closed for this academic year.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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