Dialogue with an American Diplomat: Careers in Foreign Service
- Event Type
- Professional Development
- Sponsor
- The Career Center
- Location
- Arcade Building, 715 S. Wright St., Champaign, IL 61820
- Date
- Sep 6, 2024 1:00 - 2:00 pm
- Speaker
- The Honorable Eric P. Whitaker
- Registration
- Registration encouraged but not required.
- Contact
- Nikki Yearsley Mercer
- jny@illinois.edu
- Views
- 9
- Originating Calendar
- The Career Center Events Calendar 2024-25
Join us for an insightful discussion with the Honorable Eric P. Whitaker, former U.S. Ambassador to Niger and University of Illinois alumnus, as he delves into careers in the Foreign Service. Learn about the application process, training and development, and what it takes to thrive in assignments around the world. Mr. Whitaker will share his experiences living in 10 African countries and navigating the interagency foreign policy process. This is a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of what a career in the Foreign Service entails. Registration is encouraged but not required.