Program Overview

Global Connections Certificate

The Global Connections Certificate is a program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of global issues, diversity, and multiculturalism. The certificate requires a minimum of 15 hours of coursework and experiential learning.

Language Requirement

• Students must master a foreign language at the intermediate level, as indicated by the completion of 3 hours of coursework in:
  • Language 1050: Intermediate II level of language (3 hours)
  • Language 2000 or higher (3 hours)

International Experience

• Students must participate in an international service-learning program or a short-term study abroad program in a location relevant to their language of study, for a minimum of 3 hours.

International Content

• Students must complete 9 hours of coursework in global issues, diversity studies, foreign language, and history, with no more than 6 hours of non-foreign language coursework taken while completing their international experience.
• Courses that count towards this requirement include:
  • Global Issues
  • Diversity Studies
  • Foreign Language
  • History
• Students should consult with the Global Studies focus advisor for other courses that may be applicable.

Community Service

• Students must complete at least 40 hours of service or outreach related to diversity issues, multicultural issues, and/or study abroad experiences.

Reflection

• Students will document their experiences in a portfolio that includes at least one final reflection paper (6-8 pages) addressing the local and global connections of their experiences.

Total Required Hours

• The certificate requires a total of 15 hours of coursework and experiential learning.

Verification of Completion

• Verification of completion for the certificate must be sent to the CAS Dean's Office by the Global Studies Director.

Important Dates

• December graduates: December 1
• May and August graduates: April 20