The Clinton Global Initiative University

I have the pleasure of announcing that the next meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) will be held at Washington University in St. Louis from Friday, April 5 - Sunday, April 7, 2013.  This meeting will bring together student leaders from around the world, and we encourage you to share information on this opportunity with students at your school.  I have included a sample email blast along with Facebook and Twitter posts below, which you can use to share this information with your networks on campus.

Building on the successful model of the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI), President Clinton hosts the CGI U meeting for students, youth organizations, topic experts, and celebrities to create innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Since its inaugural meeting in 2008, CGI U has brought together more than 4,500 student innovators and entrepreneurs from nearly 750 schools and more than 130 countries. 

To be considered for attendance at CGI U, students must apply online at cgiu.org by November 30, 2012 for our early decision and travel assistance deadline, or by January 30, 2013 for our final application deadline.

In order to apply, students are required to develop a Commitment to Action: a new, specific, and measurable plan that addresses a challenge on campus, in the local community, or around the world.   At the CGI U meeting, accepted students then have the opportunity to discuss global issues, develop practical skills, identify potential partners, and formulate concrete plans of action for the months ahead. 

Thank you in advance for helping us spread the word about CGI U 2013!