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Fall 2008 Deadlines

U.S. students: Friday, March 14th
International students: Friday, August 29th

Application Instructions

1. Download the applications.
2. Fill it out like an online form.
3. Save it.
4. Attach it in an email. BRIDGE email: bridge@odos.wisc.edu

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Members' Commitment
BRIDGE (Building Relationships in Diverse Global Environments) is an intercultural exchange program offered through International Student Services (ISS) to connect international students with U.S. American students. In order to have a rewarding experience in BRIDGE, a full sense of commitment from all participants involved is essential. For your information, below is an outline of the responsibilities and commitments that are expected from all the BRIDGE participants.

** Note: BRIDGE participants can record their involvement in their MyUW Leadership and Involvement Record [Click here to find more]

If selected to join BRIDGE, participants must agree to do the following:

• PARTNER INTERACTION: Take responsibility for meeting and maintaining contact with your BRIDGE partner at least seven times throughout the semester. It is primarily the responsibility of the BRIDGE U.S. American partner to initiate these meetings and to adapt to the international partnerˇs particular needs and interests.
• LARGE GROUP EVENTS: Help organize and attend several ISS and BRIDGE educational and social activities throughout the semester.
• JOURNAL: Keep a reflective journal of your activities and interactions with your partner. You will be asked to submit your journals twice throughout the semester.
• CHECK-IN MEETINGS: Attend a mandatory mid-semester check-in meeting with BRIDGE staff to discuss the progress of your partnership and your BRIDGE experience.
• PROBLEMS: Immediately report any problems you or your partner has that may need further assistance or intervention.

If selected to join BRIDGE, participants must attend the following mandatory events:

• INTERCULTURAL LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP (Only for U.S. Americans) : Learn more about intercultural communication.
• WELCOME EVENT: Meet your BRIDGE partner and have a free pizza dinner.
• EVENT PLANNING & DESSERT POTLUCK: Work with your tribe to plan your large group event
• BRIDGE AWARDS & RECOGNITION BANQUET: Place is to be announced.

Please contact ISS for more information about BRIDGE or if you have any further questions.