Reading the Globe

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Essay Competition

As part of TAMIU's Reading the Globe experience, students will have the opportunity to compete for a paid educational adventure to a special RTG location during winter or spring break.

This study abroad trip allows students to continue to connect the Common Read in an international experience. Students will visit historical sites, enjoy educational lectures by local instructors, and may participate in community engagement activities.

Note: If you are thinking about participating in the Essay Competition, please start preparing your passport. The U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs has passport processing time to be 10-13 weeks.

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Qualifications 

Must be enrolled in UNIV 1201*

Must be in good academic standing at the end of Fall 2024

Must be 18 years old before time of departure

Must have student conduct holds/issues cleared

Early College High School and Staggs Academy of International and STEM Studies students are eligible to participate in the RTG Program. If selected to go on the RTG trip, students MUST be 18 years old at the time of departure and have taken UNIV 1201 during the Fall semester. If students are not 18 years of age and are selected to go on the trip, they may take the RTG trip the following year when they are 18 years old.

If you are a student with a disability, please make sure you have registered with Disabilities Services for Students. For the essay testing dates, you can notify the staff at the check-in of your accommodations. 

  • Essay prompt instructions, please read carefully: 
    • Check back during Fall 2024 for prompt details. 

Each essay that meets the submission guidelines will be read by the Essay Committee. The top 25 essays will be selected; these students will be scheduled for an interview. Then, a selected number of students will be chosen to go on the trip. A list of ranked alternates will be in place should some of the chosen students not be able to travel.

Essays that will be selected should be critical, thoughtful responses. It is expected essays will be well-written with limited errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics.

Note: If you transfer your sophomore year, you must reimburse the University the full cost of the trip. Students selected to go on the trip become RTG Ambassadors are expected to “pay-it-forward” with university service such as participating in events promoting RTG, fundraising, and planning events the following year after the trip.

  • Length:
    • 1000 - 1500 words
    • Format: MS Word Document
    • Double space
    • Font: Times New Roman 12
  • All pages must include your TAMIU ID# in the header only. No title page will be needed. 

NOTE: Any essay that does not meet these guidelines will be disqualified. If you have questions, please speak with UC faculty who will be proctoring the contest before you submit.

RTG Trip & Travel Requirements 

Country: Chile

Dates: TBA

  • Must have a passport that is valid for at least six months AFTER return date
  • Visa – fee to be paid by student
  • Immunizations as required
  • Money for meals and personal expenses

Contact Us

Reading the Globe

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5201 University Boulevard, Laredo, TX 78041

 

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