Thomas Paine was a passionate advocate for the American and French Revolutions, free speech, and the ability to rely on human reasoning skills. Though he died in New Rochelle in 1809, his clear, persuasive writing continues to inspire freedom seekers in many fields of thought.
Inspired by the legacy of Thomas Paine, the Thomas Paine Ambassadors program will hekp students develop skills that are essential for twenty-first century scholarly and professional paths, whether in law, policy, data science and information literacy, social and digital media, or history and advocacy.
Up to five Thomas Paine Ambassadors will receive a $1,000 stipend to participate in four (4) mandatory programs with the Institute for Thomas Paine Studies (ITPS) over the course of an academic year both on and off campus, including public lectures and field trips. Ambassadors will also enroll in a specialized course on public and digital history (DH 210 offered every spring semester). As Ambassadors, students will also have the opportunity to earn academic credit for internships in public history, digital history, and other fields that reflect Thomas Paine’s legacies.
This opportunity is open to students in good academic standing who have at least two semesters left in their undergraduate years at Iona. Students in all academic disciplines and majors are welcome to apply.
To receive the stipend, Thomas Paine Ambassadors must:
- Participate in four (4) mandatory programs hosted by the ITPS over the course of the academic year;
- Complete DH 210 in the spring semester with a passing grade.
TO APPLY
Students may apply via the student employment portal for on-campus jobs. Search for Thomas Paine Ambassador. Applicants must submit current contact information, a resume, and one paragraph that explains their career goals and how they intersect with the legacy of Thomas Paine’s ideas and work.
