From Degree to Purpose: Languages, Global Impact, Diplomacy & the Peace Corps

Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - Tuesday, December 22, 2026
Time: 12pm - 1pm MST
Location: Virtual

From Degree to Purpose: Languages, Global Impact, Diplomacy & the Peace Corps

Looking for an experience that goes beyond the classroom? Want to travel, build real-world skills, make a lasting impact, and stand out after graduation? Join us for an interactive Lunch & Learn to discover what serving in the Peace Corps is really like.

Learn how Peace Corps Volunteers live and work alongside communities around the world, partnering on projects in education, public health, environmental conservation, agriculture, community economic development, and youth development. Hear what daily life is like, how volunteers prepare for service, and how the experience can shape both your personal and professional future.

This session is a great fit for students majoring in:

  • Education and Teaching
  • Public Health, Nursing, Nutrition, and Health Sciences
  • Environmental Science, Sustainability, and Natural Resources
  • Agriculture, Food Systems, and Animal Sciences
  • Business, Economics, and Community Development
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Biology, Global Health, and Life Sciences
  • Social Work, Psychology, and Sociology
  • Political Science, International Affairs, and Public Policy
  • Communications, Journalism, and Languages

You’ll also learn about:

  • Peace Corps eligibility and the application process
  • Countries and sectors where Volunteers serve
  • Graduate school and career benefits after service
  • The Coverdell Fellows Program and other education opportunities
  • Non-Competitive Eligibility (NCE), which gives returning Peace Corps Volunteers a hiring advantage for many federal jobs
  • Student loan information, living allowances, healthcare, and readjustment benefits

Whether you’re passionate about global service, cultural exchange, leadership, or simply looking for an unforgettable experience after graduation, this session will help you decide if the Peace Corps is your next adventure.

Come curious. Leave inspired. Your world could get a whole lot bigger.

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