Global Scholars Leadership

Professors

Celeste Gaia

Learning Objectives & Outcomes

After completing the Global Scholars Leadership Program, student will be able to

  1. Identify and appreciate diversity in cultures, languages, politics, and belief systems. (courses in modern languages, social science, CORE 300, religion, humanities, lyceum programs, and GLBL 100)
  2. Describe and analyze the meaning of being a global citizen including global interdependence, social responsibility, and shared human rights. (CORE 300 and global citizenship assessment)
  3. Demonstrate cultural fluency and promote good will through personal interactions and cultural exchange both in the campus community and abroad. (through co-curricular, community,  and study abroad experiences, GLBL 300)
  4. Apply global leadership skills to support their personal and professional goals and enhance their competitiveness in the 21st century job market. (leadership roles, professional development, career center workshops, resume/cv development, GLBL 100, GLBL 300)
  5. Develop intercultural competence to practice lifelong global citizenship by living, communicating, and operating within different cultural and linguistic systems. (study abroad & language courses, GLBL 200)
  6. Implement their problem-solving and critical thinking skills while considering the human experience throughout the world. (study abroad, leadership roles, CORE 300, language courses, community outreach, GLBL 300)

Courses

GLBL 100: Global Leadership - Intercultural Learning

Program
Global Scholars Leadership
Semester Hours 1.0

An Introduction to intercultural learning, cultural literacy, global leadership, and social change by providing framework for students to develop the skills necessary to work and live effectively with people form different countries and cultures. Pass/Fail. 

 

 

Prerequisites

Enrollment in Global Scholars Leadership Program. 

GLBL 200: Global Leadership - Study Abroad Reflection & Integration

Program
Global Scholars Leadership
Semester Hours 1.0

While abroad, students critically reflect upon their study abroad experience and integrate the experience into their professional, personal, and academic life. Issues addressed include the choice of study abroad location, expectations of the host country, identity, globalization, health, human rights, and sustainability. Using a variety of tools that may include journals, blogs, social media, photography, videos, and essays, students integrate their study abroad experience into their other learning and present it in their Global Scholars Portfolio. Pass/Fail. 

Prerequisites

Enrollment in the Global Scholars Leadership Program. 

GLBL 300: Global Leadership - Professional Development

Program
Global Scholars Leadership
Semester Hours 1.0

Students apply and integrate their Global Scholars Leadership Program experience as active campus leaders. Students participate in a variety of hands-on activities including the Global Street Party, International Student Buddy Program, Study Abroad Fair, Lyceum programs, and a selection of international education activities They are develop a curriculum vitae/resume and professional portfolio that reflects their Global Scholars Leadership Program participation. Pass/Fail.

Prerequisites

Enrollment in the Global Scholars Leadership Program.