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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR STUDENT DIPLOMATS FOR THE FALL 2025 YOUNG SOUTHEAST ASIAN LEADERS INITIATIVE!

The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Academic Fellows Program (YSEALI AFP) is a U.S. Department of State-sponsored program with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center at the University of Montana. The Northern Nevada International Center hosts an institute focused on the theme of innovation and entrepreneurship, in partnership with the College of Business. 

Within the scope of the program, international participants study topics related to their institute’s theme, leadership, and project-planning. They also participate in volunteer and service projects, various workshops, and cultural excursions.

YSEALI Diplomats are undergrad or graduate students from nearby colleges, such as the University of Nevada, Reno or Truckee Meadows Community College. Students who participate as a Diplomat receive training and experience in leadership, planning, teamwork and citizen diplomacy. Diplomats are an integral part of the YSEALI program and act as cultural liaisons, peer mentors, friends, and leaders during the international participants' time in Reno. As a YSEALI Diplomat, you can learn new skills, have fun, make friends, build your resume, and support NNIC's mission to inspire cross-cultural friendship and understanding on campus and in our community.

YSEALI Student Diplomat Details

Program Dates: September 25 - October 23, 2025

Positions Open: 2

Compensation: $2,500 (MUST work at least 150 hours total during the program)

The Northern Nevada International Center/UNR is hosting 25 young leaders (18 - 25 years old) from the following countries: Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam.

Role of a Student Diplomat

Diplomats will be required to spend a minimum of 150 hours engaging with the Fellows while they are in Reno, however, Diplomats will be encouraged to maintain communication with the Fellows virtually while they travel to other states on academic field experiences. Diplomats must have a valid U.S. driver's license and pass a background check. 

·        GENERAL ROLE: Commit to 30 hours per week of involvement/interaction/communication with the international participants; engaging with them to share information about UNR, Reno, and American life in general.

·        BE TRAINED: Participate in required training sessions/meetings to learn more about your role. Diplomats must undergo UNR's First Aid/CPR training. 

·        BE A MENTOR: Assist with introducing international participants to campus; provide general information regarding living on and off campus, (such as transportation, restaurants, etc.); support in their transition to living and learning at UNR and in the U.S.

·        BE INVOLVED: Participate with international participants in non-classroom activities: orientation, local/special events, university activities, etc.

·        BE A LEADER: Organize activities and events on or off campus with the participants. Each Diplomat will be required to organize 2 events during the program. Communicate efficiently with one another and with NNIC staff.

·        BE A CONFIDENT & CAPABLE DRIVER: Diplomats must be comfortable operating a 15-passenger van on both city streets and highways. Completion of UNR’s Defensive Driving training is required.

·        BE A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER: Represent NNIC as requested at university/community events; abide by and support all UNR rules and regulations.

Become a Diplomat!

Applicants will apply through the link provided. If you are chosen to move forward, applicants will be contacted by the YSEALI Program Coordinator to schedule an interview during the week of July 7-11, 2025. All Diplomats will be selected and notified of their acceptance into the program via email by Friday, July 18th. 

QUESTIONS? Contact cydneyg@nnic.org if you have any questions about the YSEALI program or the application.



The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Academic Fellows Program (YSEALI AFP) is a program designed and sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), with funding provided by the U.S. Government, by the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center at the University of Montana, and implemented by Northern Nevada International Center in partnership with the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno.