A global cohort experience designed to foster discipleship, dialogue, and cross-cultural friendship.

Global Student Connect

Join a cohort

Global Student Connect is an initiative of Elijah Mission Institute that forms small, international student cohorts of no more than twenty people per cohort. These groups meet monthly over video calls for intentional, Christ-centered conversation led by trained facilitators.

Here's what you're saying yes to...

To Make Ready A people

For those interested

  •  One monthly video call with your cohort (60 minutes)
  • Showing up consistently for each session with a spirit of openness and curiosity
  •  Participating in discussion, listening well, and sharing your thoughts when prompted
  • Engaging with Scripture and global topics from a place of humility and faith
  • Respecting all voices in the group, regardless of background or perspective
  • Checking emails and messages for cohort reminders and materials

Cohorts are for you if...

  • You’re a university student looking to grow in your faith and understanding of others
  • You want to connect with students globally and explore diverse perspectives through a Christ-centered lens
  • You’re curious about how your faith informs your calling, career, and leadership
  • You value deep conversation over small talk
  • You’re willing to listen well, speak honestly, and grow spiritually
  • You want to explore what it means to live a life of virtue, purpose, and influence
  • You desire a trusted community where questions are welcome and transformation is possible

Here's what you'll gain...

Shaped for Kingdom Purpose

Ready to dive in?

Through a Global Student Connect cohort, you'll gain more than knowledge—you’ll walk away with a deeper faith, global friendships rooted in Christ, and a broader understanding of how worldview, culture, and calling intersect. Each conversation helps shape you into a individual of virtue, equipped to listen well, live wisely, and live with purpose.

Joining a Global Student Connect cohort is simple—and meaningful. Here’s what to expect as you engage.

Here's How You Can Get Started

Are you ready?

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Get Matched Into a Cohort

Submit your interest form

Fill out a brief form so we can learn more about you, your background, and what you hope to gain from a cohort experience.

You’ll get everything you need to begin—your cohort schedule, meeting link, and what to expect in your first call. Then, once a month, you’ll gather with your group for intentional dialogue and Christ-centered connection.

Based on your timezone, availability, and interests, we’ll place you in a small, international group of students and assign a trained facilitator to guide your conversations.

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