Life is calling. How far will you go?
Welcome! The Peace Corps can
provide you the opportunity to serve others, learn another language,
develop new skills, and have the adventure of a lifetime. There are
also great benefits, such as student loan deferment, 48 paid vacation
days, and a $6000+ bonus! Interested? Read on to learn more.
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EVENTS
Upcoming Events
Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
9:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
K-State Student Union Courtyard
- Visit with PEACE CORPS and over 45 employers for career, internship, and co-op positions. Bring multiple copies of your resume and dress professionally!
Community Talk Event
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Radina's Coffeehouse & Roastery (Aggieville location)
- Event open to community and campus members interested in speaking with the Peace Corps Regional Recruiter or meeting other individuals interested in applying for this experience abroad.
Class talks at Kansas State University (by instructor's request)
Thursday, September 1, 2011
8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
- Contact the Office of International Programs (oip@k-state.edu or 532-5990) to arrange for the Peace Corps Regional Recruiter to visit your classroom for a presentation or personal testimony about her international experience.
Information Table
Thursday, September 1, 2011
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
K-State Student Union Food Courtyard, 1st floor
- Stop by the table and meet the Regional Recruiter, Valerie Flynn, and ask any type of question about her Peace Corps experience and how you can start an application. Valerie served her Peace Corps experience in China.
General Information Session
Thursday, September 1, 2011
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
K-State Student Union, Rm TBA
- Meet the Regional Recruiter, Valerie Flynn, and discover all the opportunities peace Corps has to offer!
- Learn how Peace Corps can benefit you - Gain invaluable travel experience, learn a new language, earn an incredible resume builder, and defer student loans. ALL EXPENSES PAID!
- Call 785-532-5990 or email oip@k-state.edu with questions!
Class talks at Kansas State University (by instructor's request)
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
- Contact the Office of International Programs (oip@k-state.edu or 532-5990) to arrange for the Peace Corps Regional Recruiter to visit your classroom for a presentation or personal testimony about her international experience.
Information Table
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
K-State Student Union Food Courtyard, 1st floor
- Stop by the table and meet the Regional Recruiter, Valerie Flynn, and ask any type of question about her Peace Corps experience and how you can start an application. Valerie served her Peace Corps experience in China.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location and details TBA
Brown Bag Luncheon
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
11:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Radina's Coffeehouse & Roastery (Aggieville location)
- Event open to community and campus members interested in speaking with the Peace Corps Regional Recruiter or meeting other individuals interested in applying for this experience abroad.
General Information Session
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
K-State Student Union, Rm TBA
- Meet the Regional Recruiter, Valerie Flynn, and discover all the opportunities peace Corps has to offer!
- Learn how Peace Corps can benefit you - Gain invaluable travel experience, learn a new language, earn an incredible resume builder, and defer student loans. ALL EXPENSES PAID!
- Call 785-532-5990 or email oip@k-state.edu with questions!