MLU Cross-Cultural Exchange Program
"In accordance with Matthew 28:19-20, 'Go therefore and make disciples of all nations...,' the MLU Cross-Cultural Exchange Program aims to empower global citizens through transformative cross-cultural experiences, fostering academic excellence, and promoting intercultural understanding and collaboration."
"Based on Psalm 24:1, 'The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it...,' the MLU Cross-Cultural Exchange Program envisions becoming a leading global hub for cross-cultural exchange and academic collaboration, cultivating a community of globally-minded individuals who embody intercultural competence, empathy, and social responsibility."
1. Program Overview
The MLU Cross-Cultural Exchange Program is designed to promote cross-cultural understanding, academic excellence, and personal growth among students, faculty, and staff. The program aims to foster global citizenship, intercultural competence, and collaborative research.
2. Program Structure
- Student Exchange Program: Students spend a semester or academic year studying at a partner university.
- Faculty Exchange Program: Faculty members participate in research collaborations, teach courses, or engage in professional development at a partner university.
- Short-Term Programs: Participants engage in short-term internships, research projects, or cultural immersion programs.
- Language Exchange Programs: Participants engage in language exchange and cultural immersion programs.
3. Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Eligibility
- Students: Currently enrolled MLU students in good academic standing.
- Faculty/Staff: Full-time MLU faculty/staff members.
- Language Requirements: Vary depending on the program type and host institution.
- GPA Requirements: Minimum 2.5 GPA for students.
Selection Criteria
- Academic merit
- Language proficiency
- Cultural adaptability
- Program relevance
- Personal statement and letters of recommendation
4. Application and Selection Process
Application Deadline: March 15th
Notification of Acceptance: April 15th
- Completed application form
- Transcripts
- Language proficiency test scores
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
5. Program Fees and Funding
Program Fees
- Tuition fees: $5,000 per semester
- Living expenses: Estimated $1,500 per month
- Other costs: Vary depending on the program type and host institution
Scholarships and Funding
- MLU scholarships: Up to $2,000
- External scholarships: Up to $5,000
- Funding opportunities: Up to $1,000
6. Health and Safety
Health Insurance
- Participants must have health insurance that covers them while abroad.
- MLU offers a group health insurance plan for participants.
Safety Protocols
- Participants are required to register with the MLU Travel Registry.
- Participants must attend a pre-departure orientation session.
- MLU has a crisis management plan in place in case of emergencies.
7. Program Evaluation and Assessment
Program Evaluation Criteria
- Participant satisfaction
- Academic achievement
- Cultural immersion
- Program relevance
Assessment Methods
- Participant evaluations
- Academic transcripts
- Language proficiency tests
- Cultural adaptation evaluations