Global Leadership Symposium - International
The GLP's Symposium - International is a two week intensive field trip to particular destinations around the globe. The delegates form an international student team which mixes different cultural backgrounds, professional backgrounds, disciplines and degree levels and embarks on a series of briefings and cultural activities designed to give students an insight in to the political, cultural, economic and social climate of that country and its region.
GLSS - International takes place over the mid-Session break period once a year.
Previous Symposia include Singapore and Thailand, Turkey and Brazil.
Pelourinho, the historical centre of Salvador, Brazil.
Global Leadership Symposium Series International: Brazil
SALVADOR, BRASÍLIA AND RIO DE JANEIRO | 12 - 25 SEPTEMBER 2015
Are you interested in furthering your international knowledge about leadership, culture, politics, human rights and global relations?
Join us for an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge with like-minded students in Brazil's three capital cities. Explore the cultural and artistic heritage of Brazil's first capital, Salvador, with its blend of African and European influences, from its colonial architecture and brightly coloured houses, to the Afro-Brazilian martial arts tradition of capoeira, and Candomblé religion. Experience the modern and fast paced national capital, Brasília, the centre of government and business in Brazil. End the symposium in Rio de Janeiro, with its contrasting landscape from the favela slums to the striking coastline and lush, dense rainforests. Experience
the country's history, diversity, colour and strength with the Global Leadership Program.
Gain insight into Brazilian issues through meetings at nongovernmental organisations, corporates and small organisations, as well as lectures at local universities.
GLP Student James walking through Cantagalo Favela with a view over Copacabana beach.
- Explore the historical centre of Salvador and the favela slums of Rio de Janeiro.
- Participate in cultural activities such as samba dancing and listening to a reggae concert.
- Marvel at the famous statue of Christ the Redeemer and look out along the Brazilian coastline atop Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Stroll the famous beaches of Rio de Janeiro.
- Create your own rationale and project based on your personal interest in Brazil and your experience.
- Forge new friendships with other Macquarie delegates.
- Earn 40 experiential credit points (undergraduate) or complete your Cross-Cultural Practicum (postgraduate) requirement.
Dates: 12 September- 25 September 2015
GLP Students doing a dance and drumming class with a youth organisation in Cantagalo Favela, Rio de Janeiro.
Applications
Applications are open to all Macquarie university students provided they will be 18+ years of age at the time the Symposium runs.
Delegates are selected by Macquarie staff in a competitive application process and represent the university and the Global Leadership Program along with study abroad and exchange students from around the world.
The Symposia trips will be advertised via email and social media as soon as all details are confirmed. You will be able to apply via application forms with a series of open ended questions. Application is competitive and does not work on a first-come-first-served basis.