The Emerging Global Leaders Program (EGLP) is a two-day workshop for fifty of York’s most dynamic, energetic and visionary undergraduate students. EGLP is open to full-time Canadian, exchange and international students. Held annually since the 1999/2000 school year, it has won a national award for outstanding program in International Education from the Canadian Bureau of International Education.
EGLP is an opportunity to explore key concepts and challenges of leadership in Canadian and international contexts, with a special focus on cross-cultural communication and team building. Students gain an understanding of the most important concepts in goal setting and success and reflect on their strengths and areas for growth. Self-reflection, empowerment and action are all expected outcomes of participation.
Facilitation is provided by professionals and experts in the fields of business, academia, private sector and government.
Who is eligible?
All full-time undergraduate students are eligible to apply (with the exception of past participants of this program). Preference will be given to second and third year students. Every effort will be made to have fair representation by gender, across country and regional origin, and academic faculty/program.
Where
does it take place?
EGLP takes place at a conference centre near
Barrie, Ontario.
What does it cost?
Participation in EGLP is free to students who are selected to participate. Accommodation and meals are also included. Funding comes from the Office of the Associate Vice-President International.
What
is the Emerging Global Leaders Program?
Presenters
Past Participants
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Gallery
Application Process
Main EGLP page
