Youth senator invited to future leaders summit

Youth Congress senator Roselle Calvo continues to gain recognition for her academic achievements as well as leadership abilities, receiving an invitation to take part in the People To People Future Leaders Summit next summer in the U.S. mainland.

Calvo received her invitation from People To People International president and CEO Mary Jean Eisenhower, who informed Calvo of the advantages of taking part in the event.

“The People to People Future Leaders Summit helps prepare the world’s most promising young people for the opportunities and responsibilities ahead,” she said. “Roselle will join other outstanding students from around the world to learn, be challenged, and earn academic credit while exploring America’s most prominent colleges and institutions.”

Eisenhower explained that Calvo would live on a renowned college campus and “advance [her] knowledge within an area of interest, enhance [her] college resume, and hone lifelong skills.”

Calvo will either be referred to Georgetown University, UCLA, Johns Hopkins University, or Columbia University, depending on which form (law, medicine, leadership, theatre, or international diplomacy) of the summit she desires to take part in.

“You will make lasting friendships with future colleagues from around the globe and your participation will rank you among the elite in academic and career pursuits,” Eisenhower said. “We look forward to meeting Roselle and providing an energizing, educational experience.”

Calvo was nominated to take part in the summit, and after review, was extended an invitation.

Calvo, currently enrolled at Marianas Baptist Academy, was recently elected for a second term to the CNMI Youth Congress.

“I would definitely go. I am very excited about everything,” Calvo said. “I still want to do the [Junior Statesmen of America], so I still have to work it out so that the dates do not conflict with each other.”

Calvo disclosed that she is leaning toward taking part in the leadership portion of the summit, which would be held in Georgetown, but has not ruled out on law and medicine.

“I’m impressed and quite overwhelmed for my daughter,” said Marian Calvo. “Although I may never know who nominated her to such a prestigious program, I must say that I am one grateful and honored parent. I just thank all those people that continue to encourage and support Roselle in her cause to continue to forge ahead and make a difference in the lives of our youths and communities.”

People to People was founded by U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956 and is now chaired by President Bush.