Program Overview
The Global Friendship Program (formerly known as the PAWS Program) is a longstanding tradition at Baylor. International students/scholars and U.S. students and families have been connecting and building lasting relationships for many years. We hear stories from both international students and their student friends and families that participating in the GFP has been a rewarding experience.
Guidelines & Requirements
ALL Participating Students and Scholars must...
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Be affiliated with Baylor University while applying for GFP
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Have intention to remain in program for at least one semester once matched
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Be open and willing to engage in new experiences, and the sharing of your culture and values
Spring 2024 Important Dates & Reminders
Our GFP Kickoff event, where we will be introducing our paired matches to one another, is happening on Saturday, February 10th, 2024 in Cashion 102 in the Cashion Academic Building .
In order to maximize your chances of being paired for the spring 2024 semester, please complete the applicable application below by Monday, January 29th, 2024.
If you have completed your application already, please keep Saturday, February 10th, available on your calendar. We will be reaching out to all applicants within the next two weeks to let them know the status of their pairing.
Applications
GFP Student/Scholar-Student Pair Application (this link is for ALL Baylor students/scholars interested in participating with the GFP)
GFP Family Application (this link is for U.S. families interested in becoming GFP family partners)
For More Information, contact the Center for Global Engagement at: ISSS_Support@baylor.edu