Global Learning and International Education
Global Learning at Jackson State
The Global Learning Program at Jackson State fosters responsible global citizenship through diverse curricular and co-curricular initiatives. Students engage with international cultures, ideas, and communities, preparing them to address local and global challenges with insight and compassion. Through partnerships, international programming, and study abroad opportunities, students can broaden their educational experiences, develop cultural understanding, and gain valuable skills for future success. From Hispanic Heritage Month events to study abroad programs in over 20 countries, Jackson State offers students numerous ways to explore the world while earning college credit.
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The Global Learning Program aims to:
- Promote global citizenship through curricular and co-curricular programming;
- Provide opportunities for students to learn about and engage with texts, ideas, and people from cultures different from our own;
- To understand our responsibilities and roles as an international community of students and scholars;
- To understand the diversity of our home communities through global education and local outreach;
- Create and maintain local, national, and international educational partnerships that foster the intellectual and personal growth of the student, as well as the welfare and advancement of the Jackson State service area;
- To prepare students to understand the problems of their local and global communities and to prepare them to respond to those problems with nuance, compassion, and integrity
"Explore the world, expand your perspective, and prepare for a global future with Jackson State's Global Learning Program!"
Global and International Programming
For decades, Jackson State has introduced the campus and community to various international speakers, scholars, and performers. From Irish dancers to Afro-Cuban bands, African singer-songwriters to Filipino cuisine, Jackson State prides itself on it extensive international programming that is free and available to everyone in our community.
Upcoming Events
- Study Abroad Kickoff
- 12:30 PM, Nursing Room 203, September 25th
- Tacos and Tecate Fundraiser
- 6:00 PM, Skillet Junction, October 10th
- TnCIS General Information Session #1
- Oct 14, 2024 12:30 PM Eastern Time, 11:30 AM Central Time
- TnCIS General Information Session #2
- Oct 15, 2024 04:00 PM Eastern Time, 3:00 PM Central Time
- TnCIS General Information Session #3
- Oct 18, 2024 01:00 PM Eastern Time, 12:00 PM Central Time
- TnCIS Representative on campus for recruitment
- Student Center, 9:00-1:00 PM, October 30th
Email Dr. Liz Mayo for more information about these events: lmayo6@jscc.edu
Study Abroad Opportunities
Curricular programming is the foundation of the Global Learning Program at Jackson State. Through the Tennessee Consortium for International Studies (TnCIS), the college offers credit-bearing courses that take students across the globe.
Benefits of Studying Abroad:
- Personal Growth: Experience cultural immersion and gain a new perspective on the world.
- Professional Development: Employers recognize study abroad credits as a sign of self-motivation, independence, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace challenges.
Opportunities for International Learning:
- Jackson State offers courses in over 20 countries across various disciplines.
- Immerse yourself in different cultures while earning college credit.
- Paris: Sip coffee at Café de Flore while reading French poets.
- Greece: Study Aristotle's works while exploring the Acropolis.
- Galapagos Islands: Follow Darwin's path and learn about biodiversity and evolution.
These learning experiences are available through Jackson State and TnCIS!
The Jackson State International Ambassador Scholarship is a competitive scholarship to support student travel study opportunities.
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For more information on the scholarship, please contact Dr. Liz Mayo.
Deadline to apply is January 26, 2025.
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