The Global UGRAD Program truly is a “global” program. It spans the earth, representing 57 nations in total. We collect data on our participants in a variety of ways, but sometimes it is also helpful to visualize this information beyond a spreadsheet. With this in mind, we used self-reported hometown information to help create an interactive Global UGRAD map for the 2016-2017 cohort, showing both where the …
Note: We have so many stories to share that we’re posting a Part II of From Where I Stand next month. Stay tuned! Nail Mustafazade, Azerbaijan It is only a few months since I’ve returned home from the incredibly beautiful place called Wisconsin. But this short time is enough to miss my exchange life during Global UGRAD. Currently I’m looking forward to …
During the summer months, all Global UGRAD participants take part in their first program requirement: World Learning’s Online and Professional Academic Learning course (OPAL). Created and administered by World Learning, OPAL runs for seven weeks and covers topics spanning from leadership development and social entrepreneurship to academic writing and resume building. The course aims to prepare students for their semester in …
Aroona Arthur was a participant on the Global UGRAD program during the 2014-2015 academic year. Read what she has been up to since returning home to Pakistan. I came back from U.S. in May 2015 and spent the summers in reverse culture shock. In August, I entered into a new phase of life by getting engaged. Ever since I came back …
Meriam Ayachi, Fairleigh Dickinson University, NESA UGRAD 2014-2015 After the completion of the Global UGRAD program, I was filled with positive energy and a sense of responsibility toward my community. I was invited to attend A World at School’s United Nations General Assembly Event in September 2015 at the Town Hall New York City to celebrate the world’s biggest …
Global UGRAD participants are known for being active and engaged in their campus communities. In this round of “Global UGRAD Students in the News,” learn more about 5 participants who are making waves on their campuses through political engagement, 3-D printing, and more! Click on the photos below to read the articles:
My name is Pritam Singh and I am from Kolkata, India. I am a 2014-2015 NESA UGRAD Alumni and studied Business for a year in Snow College in Ephraim, Utah. It was a great learning experience. I got good support from Snow College where I set up the intramural rugby program and learned the aspects of leadership and communication. I …
Community service continues to be the best way for Global UGRADs to get involved with the U.S. communities in which they live. This spring semester, participants were found lending a hand in soup kitchens, spending time with people in retirement homes, or helping children with crafts – all in the name of paying it forward. Community service reports continue to roll …
By Jovan, Montclair State University Saturday morning is very often that special time of the week. For some reason, I tend to wake up quite early and watch the sunrise. Sometimes, I walk across campus, find a place from where I can see New York, and watch as the mighty red sun rises above this astonishing city. And whenever that …
Global UGRAD participant Maria Lourdes Zapata Miranda of Nicaragua (2013-2014, Murray State University) has been an active program alumnus. Most recently, she traveled to Azerbaijan to attend a global conference. Below is a story of her experience. Coincidentally, one of the many friends I met during my Global UGRAD experience at Murray State University told me about a fully-funded opportunity to attend the 7th Global …