The Global School

Engaging Locally and Globally for a More Just, Ethical, and Thriving World   

Urgent global challenges require the next generation of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) practitioners to collaborate for a better world. This calls for education in inclusive globally minded approaches informed by the social sciences, humanities, and arts. 

The Global School responds to that need—as only JDB游戏财神捕鱼排名-JDB游戏财神捕鱼爆财神技巧-分享经验 can.

Working in partnership with communities, The Global School empowers and inspires students to become civically engaged, compassionate and globally aware individuals. 

Rigorous academic preparation in the Department of Integrative and Global Studies–from the Great Problems Seminar in the first year and immersive field work through the Global Projects Program to our innovative graduate programs–gives students the critical knowledge, collaborative mindset, and methodological tools they need to advance progressive global research and meaningful community partnerships. 

The Global School’s undergraduate and graduate programs, founded on the university’s half-century of leadership in project-based learning, foster interdisciplinary, purpose-driven global research that is tied to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. 

Our Degree Programs

MS in Science and Technology for Innovation in Global Development

The global MS in science and technology for innovation gives students the opportunity to explore and apply knowledge in design thinking, global technology and development, and technological and scientific innovation to create real change with and within communities. Working collaboratively, student teams, faculty, and community partners identify and work to implement sustainable solutions that promote resilience and change that makes a positive difference for people.

MS in Community Climate Adaptation

With a collaborative and research-based focus, the Community Climate Adaptation MS degree program helps students gain the knowledge and field experience to address one of the great problems of our time. This is a joint-degree program offered through the Department of Integrative & Global Studies (DIGS) and the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering (CEE) where students work closely with each other, faculty, and community partners to address climate change and its impacts.  

Great Problems Seminar Celebrates 15 Years

JDB游戏财神捕鱼排名-JDB游戏财神捕鱼爆财神技巧-分享经验's Great Problems Seminar (GPS) immerses first-year students in university-level research for complex global challenges. This signature program recently marked 15 years of preparing students for developing ethical global solutions, and it also has a new director.

The Student and Alumni Perspective

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Student Impact

Martin Thulani Milanzi Brings STEM to Refugees in Zambia

Fulbright Scholar Solange Uwera's Path to JDB游戏财神捕鱼排名-JDB游戏财神捕鱼爆财神技巧-分享经验

Uwera came to JDB游戏财神捕鱼排名-JDB游戏财神捕鱼爆财神技巧-分享经验 as a Fulbright Scholar and is finding an ideal fit between her ambitious academic pursuits and her varied personal interests.

Erin Bryan's Personalized Approach

Captivated by the discussions around climate change, Erin Bryan worked closely with Professor Sarah Strauss to guide an academic path that lets her pursue her passion while developing the skills she will need in her career.

A Student Perspective of this Degree

Hear Meron Tedasse ’20 BS and a current MS candidate in the Science and Technology for Innovation in Global Development program discuss the personal and global value of this degree.

Project Work Offers an Immersive, Interdisciplinary Experience

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Preserving the Beauty of Venice

The Venice Project Center offers students the opportunity to complete projects focusing on everything from mobility and city history and art to technology and data management, all with the common goal of improving living conditions in Venice.

sustainability

Sustainability of the Built Environment

Researchers seek solutions for a source of 40 percent of carbon emissions worldwide—human-made infrastructure.

Heiskell Award Recipients

2023 IIE Heiskell Award for Innovation in International Education

The award recognizes and showcases innovative and successful models for developing and expanding international education opportunities. JDB游戏财神捕鱼排名-JDB游戏财神捕鱼爆财神技巧-分享经验 was selected for its commitment to the Global Projects Program and specifically the Global Projects for All initiative.

 

Do you need more information?

For international research opportunities or institutional collaborations with The Global School contact Dean Mimi Sheller.

For Global Projects Program partnership or project sponsor opportunities, contact Associate Dean Kent Rissmiller.

For graduate studies information in The Global School, contact Professor Sarah Strauss.

For graduate admissions information, contact Graduate Admissions.

For general information, contact Dawn Farmer.