Global Scholars Program
Gain a Global Perspective & Competitive Edge
In our interconnected world, employers and organizations are seeing graduates who can think and work globally.
As a university-wide initiative, the Global Scholars program is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to be an effective global citizen.
Launched in 2009 with support from a prestigious U.S. Department of Education grant, Global Scholars provides opportunities for both students and faculty to immerse themselves in international perspectives and experiences. In becoming a Global Scholar, you will demonstrate your proficiency in a foreign language, take courses that explore global issues, participate in study abroad, or collaborate on a study or research project.
The Global Scholars program reflects the College of Charleston's commitment to developing global perspectives of intellectual inquiry. The program is designed to achieve several objectives.
- To infuse international and global content throughout the curriculum
- To increase knowledge and understanding of international and global subject matter through structured multidisciplinary study
- To improve global literacy by developing the ability to read and write in at least one foreign language
- To expand the capacity to communicate in and work in foreign cultures
- To develop and improve cross national skills and competencies through immersion in the social and cultural life of a foreign country
- To enhance awareness and understanding of world issues and events by requiring participation in extra-curricula organizations, seminars, workshops, lectures, performances, and the like
Global Scholars earn a medal worn at Commencement in recognition of their accomplishment upon completion of all requirements.
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Global Moments
A French-speaking Political Science and International Studies Major, Cameron Wilson studied in France - with a stop at the Palace of Versailles - on her way to earning Global Scholar designation.
Watch the Global Scholar Slideshow