Ambassadors are expected to participate in the GAP kick-off event and complete the Intercultural Effectiveness Scale (takes 10-15 minutes). After that, one mandatory group meeting every month. These meetings will typically last for about 90 minutes, and dinner will be served. In regards to meetings with your ambassador group, the time commitment can vary and is really dependent on you and members of your ambassador group. Ambassador group members can meet over lunch or plan an excursion in the city.

Yes! GAP is open to all CC and SEAS undergraduate students. You do not have to be an international student to apply to be a part of the program.

All CC and SEAS undergraduate students are welcome to apply.

The Global Ambassador Program (GAP) is a international friendship program that aims to foster intercultural dialogues among Columbia's diverse student body, as well as connect students from different social identities, cultural backgrounds, and class years. It provides a safe(r) space for discussing topics such as culture shock, communication styles, intercultural conflict styles, social perceptions, and social (dis)comfort. GAP hosts monthly themed intercultural events. Members of ambassador groups will also meet up informally to engage in intercultural activities and discussions.