1. By: Travis Smith (USA) Fulbright Fellow English Language Teacher Assistant The Interview and its Strategies

2. The Interview Most exchange programs or university scholarships have some kind of interview that they conduct on finalists for their award. This too is an important piece of your application as it gives the selection committee an opportunity to meet you in person.

3. Interview Strategies Be Confident! Sit/Stand Up Straight. Keep Eye Contact When Speaking AND Listening. Be Emotional (this doesn't mean sad). Be Concise.

4. This is Difficult... Russian Cultural Differences Being Nervous

5. Ways to Fight Nerves Practice Physical Reaction to Nervousness Practice Bring a Notebook Practice

6. Summary Interviews are difficult... But it's OK:) Remain Calm, and everything will turn out for the best. PRACTICE!!