Emissaries for Graduate Student Diversity
The Emissaries for Graduate Student Diversity program was established in 2007 to broaden the participation of underrepresented students and build a more inclusive IU Bloomington graduate student community.
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The emissaries exemplify the values of appreciation of diversity and commitment to community building. They are selected from a pool of IUB graduate students and trained to assist in the various stages of the graduate application. They can assist underrepresented students with transition, adjustment, and professional development challenges. Additionally, they are trained to aid with the admission process and provide information and referrals to on-campus resources and services.
Meet the emissaries
Emissary activities
Graduate School emissary activities include
- Responding to email queries from potential graduate students
- Referring potential graduate students to the University Graduate School for assistance in applying to Indiana University
- Working with their respective Colleges on departmental recruitment activities
- Working with the University Graduate School on specific recruitment and retention activities such as Annual Networking Reception, Dinner, Resource Fair, Graduate School Panels, Cultural Cuisine, Canvas and Paint, Campus Tours, etc.
- Getting You in Indiana University Recruitment Program: Greeting prospective students, participating on panels with faculty members and student services staff, leading highlight tours
- Hosting Diversity program activities
- Featuring student profiles on social media
If you are enthusiastic, personable, and committed to promoting the diversity, inclusion, and academic excellence of Indiana University, we encourage you to join us as a Graduate School Emissary and help make a difference!
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