Application Deadline: Clinton Global Initiative University (CGIU)
Interested in social impact and connecting with like-minded students from across the globe? UChicago students interested in applying to attend the Clinton Global Initiative University event on October 19-21 must submit a detailed plan outlining how to tackle a pressing social challenge in one of five areas: education, environment and climate change, peace and human rights, poverty alleviation, or public health. Those selected to attend will get the opportunity to hear from esteemed speakers, including former US president Bill Clinton and Chelsea Clinton. Past speakers have included national leaders Rep. John Lewis and Sen. John McCain, as well as comedians Stephen Colbert and Conan O’Brien.