Howdy! MSC Freshman Leadership International (MSC FLI) is a freshman leadership organization that presents international outreach and service programs that promote cultural understanding and international awareness among students at Texas A&M University. 

Join us in shaping a brighter world through our dynamic international outreach and service programs. You can help make a real difference in the beautiful landscapes of Costa Rica, where we serve the local community while also embarking on bonding adventures, such as ziplining through the rainforest, scenic hikes, and dips in waterfalls. Our Fall Program Campus Cultural Spotlight allows you to hone your leadership skills while educating fellow Aggies about rich international perspectives. Our commitment also extends to Houston, where we provide essential donations and hands-on labor to newly relocated families. So, if you're ready to be part of a community that thinks globally and acts locally, MSC FLI is your passport to an unforgettable freshman experience!

Important Information and Dates:

Application due date: September 13, 2024, at 11:59 pm via GetInvolved.tamu.edu

Informationals: September 9th, 2024 at 5 pm in ILCB 207

Interview notices sent out: September 16th 

Interviews: September 18th-24nd

Freshman Preferences Due at 11:59 pm on September 24nd via flos.tamu.edu

FLO Decisions sent out electronically September 27th

Time Commitments:
Weekly General Committee Meetings (GCM’s) Wednesdays at 7 pm - 1 hour
Weekly Subcommittee Meetings - 1 hour (day and time determined by subcommittee)

Dues: $120* for one year of membership. This goes towards:

• Committee t-shirt
• Retreats
• Meeting activities
• Socials
• Leadership training
• A Fall celebration and partial support of a spring banquet
• And much more!

There will be opportunities throughout the year for you to purchase additional merchandise, price is dependent on items being sold, range from $3-$27

*Membership dues payment plans are available upon request. Membership dues may be waived or discounted on a case-by-case basis determined by the MSC FLI Chair and Advisor. If you have any questions or concerns in regards to membership dues, please contact the Chair, Caitlin Dorn, cmdorn@tamu.edu.

Meeting Types: An alternating structure of the following types of meetings

• Speaker: Select professors and prestigious speakers to talk about topics such as leadership, globalism, multiculturalism, professionalism (Ex. Jim Olson, an ex-CIA agent).
• Activity: Various activities to educate ourselves on current affairs and to help ourselves grow in a changing world (Ex. Holding a hunger banquet to educate ourselves on world hunger)
• Diversity: An activity based program to increase understanding within our organization and how we can help A&M promote a diverse environment (Ex. Learning about Texas A&M’s international students and how we can help them adjust to life in College Station).

We ask that potential members be available on Wednesdays at 7 pm for weekly meetings, that you attend the member retreats, and agree to pay the membership dues. Alternative arrangements can be made if there is a conflict or problem with the specified dates or dues. Do not let such a conflict or problem deter you from applying, we are always willing to help you out!

It is the policy of the Memorial Student Center to grant equal opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or national origin. To deny one's contribution to our efforts because he or she is a member of a marginalized group is an injustice not only to the individual, but to the MSC and Texas A&M University as well. It is our intent and desire that equal opportunity be provided to all in selections, awards, and review processes and all other privileges.

Thank you for your interest in MSC FLI. If you have any questions involving the application or selections process, please contact either of these individuals:
Chair: Caitlin Dorn, cmdorn@tamu.edu
Vice Chair: Linsy Stephen, linsy_stephen4@tamu.edu