UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
INTERNATIONALIZATION (INTERNATIONALIZATION)

Announcements

The University of Dar es Salaam through the Directorate of Internationalization, Convocation, and Advancement invites applications from UDSM continuing students to participate in the buddy program for the  2024/2025 academic year.

 

I: What is a Buddy Program?

It is a volunteer-based program that pairs continuing host students (Tanzanian) with newly admitted foreign students at the University of Dar es Salaam. It aims to integrate international students into the UDSM/Tanzania way of life. The program provides a great opportunity for local and international students to share experiences and create an ever-lasting bond.

 

II: Who is eligible to participate?

Any continuing UDSM student is eligible to participate in this buddy program. 

Qualifications:

  • Full-time enrolled UDSM undergraduate student (be in second, third/final year)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication (In both English and Kiswahili)
  • An open mind with the ability to respond to student questions in a timely manner and provide relevant transition information to incoming international students
  • Cultural sensitivity (awareness of the international perspective and willingness to work with a diverse group of international students)
  • Enthusiastic and committed

 

III: Volunteer’s responsibilities

  • Complete mandatory training for intercultural competence before the beginning of the semester.
  • Contact and interact with an assigned buddy through the contact information they provide, both before they arrive and in person, once they are here.
  • Fully participate during the Orientation Week (Friday 26th  October – Saturday 02nd November 2024)
  • Keep in touch with your buddy for the entire semester.

IV: Benefits to volunteers 

  • Reasonable food & transport allowance (For all 6 days during Orientation Week)
  • An opportunity to improve your foreign language skills
  • International contacts and intercultural experiences
  • Connection to Volunteering & Internship Opportunities
  • A certificate for your voluntary support
  • End of Semester Award (for best performers)

V: How to apply

If you wish to apply, please follow the link to access the application form and  submit your application here

VI: Application deadline

The application deadline will be on 1st November 2024

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