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GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM Taking action to improve our world starts by understanding issues on a global scale. The Saint Joseph Academy Global Scholars Program prepares students to be original, compassionate, innovative collaborators by giving each young woman a more holistic perspective of the world around her. Upon completion of the program, Global Scholars will strive to be agents of change who take action in their local and global communities.
WHAT DOES THE GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM EXPERIENCE INCLUDE? The Global Scholars Program is designed to be action-oriented, engaging and hands-on to make the world the students’ learning environment. While in the program, students often step outside the traditional classroom environment. They will work to achieve six different milestones that will help them develop cross-cultural knowledge and communication skills, as well as excel at thinking critically about global change. Since the Global Scholars Program involves encounters with those from life experiences that are different from our own, the US-based immersion trips are also considered part of this program. Academic Milestone Includes four semesters of a World Language, a Global Scholars Independent Study course with the incorporation of an online portfolio and at least one additional globally-minded course. Cultural Immersion Milestone Invites students to participate in cultural experiences in the United States and abroad. Service-Learning Milestone Fosters empathy, responsibility and self-confidence and encourages students to actively create inclusive environments. Community/Global Events Milestone Promotes leadership and societal involvement as students participate in activities ranging from global dialogues, virtual immersions and renowned speaker discourses on a variety of topics. Personal Exploration Milestone Encourages students to explore their own personal identity as it connects to our worldwide community. Junior Professional Shadowing Milestone Students will select their Junior Professional Shadowing experience in an opportunity/organization that contributes to broadening their overall global perspective.
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SERVING THE DEAR NEIGHBOR Global Scholars strive to serve the dear neighbor by cultivating tolerance, compassion and awareness. In this program, students will: n
Develop and take action on an issue of global significance in service to others.
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Gain confidence and adaptability for working with diverse groups of people.
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Learn to communicate effectively in at least one additional language.
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Document and reflect on their global experiences through the development of an online portfolio.
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Demonstrate knowledge of geopolitics, history and geography through active research and writing.
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Engage with others interculturally through immersive learning experiences such as traveling abroad or hosting an international student.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q. Who can apply? Students who are interested in becoming agents for global and social change are invited to apply to the Global Scholars Program. The program accepts interested students during the second semester of their Freshman and Sophomore years. Junior students may also be eligible on a case-by-case basis. Q. How do I apply? The Global Scholars Program Application Process consists of three stages, including the completion of an initial application form, an interview with the Global Program Director and final notification of acceptance into the program. The Global Scholars Program begins in 10th grade and ends upon graduation in 12th grade. Q. Is there a minimum GPA? There is no minimum GPA required for the Global Scholars Program. Since many of the Global Scholars Program opportunities occur while class is in session, students are expected to be in good academic standing in order to participate in those activities. Q. What courses are offered? Students who aspire to be Global Program Scholars should take the Independent Global Scholar Course, four World Language courses, a course set in a global context (as approved by the Global Program Director) and should consider the recommended elective courses. Q. Is there a faith component? Yes. Through the charism of Sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph, the program prepares young women to live the Gospel through prayer, reflection and service to the “dear neighbor.” Service-learning is an intentional, reflective process that develops empathy and compassion.
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IS THE GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM RIGHT FOR YOU? Do you have an interest in global issues? Do you hope to pursue a career that focuses on different cultural pursuits? Do you aspire to travel or someday work internationally? Do you hope to learn more about different cultures and how you can personally foster positive change? Do you want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in a more diverse, interconnected world? Do you want better understand others’ perspectives and relevant real-world issues? If you said “yes” to one or more of these questions, consider becoming a Global Scholar.
Q. What is experiential learning? Experiential learning involves learning environments that extend beyond the classroom and provide students with authentic experiences in preparation for global competency. Each student will develop her capacity to serve others with empathy, knowledge, compassion and skill through reflective engagement in immersive learning, shadowing, external classes, field trips, cultural immersion, personal exploration and service-learning. Q. Whom do I contact for more information? To learn more about the Global Scholars Program contact the Global Program Director at global@sja1890.org. El Salvador
ny “Saint Joseph Academy provides so ma ege and the opportunities to help prepare for coll nces I had at working world. One of the best experie my Latin class. the Academy was a trip to Rome with world history It was an incredible lesson in culture, led me to and the Church’s history. This experience in college. One participate in a study abroad program Academy is how, of the best things about Saint Joseph independent in four years, it shapes young girls into sion for serving and critical-thinking women with a pas living in a others for the rest of their lives. We are ting as much world that keeps getting smaller, so get on of different exposure, understanding and immersi career path.” kinds of cultures is key to any kind of t, Mazzella Lauren Adler ’07, Senior Accountan inistration, Companies, Bachelor of Business Adm Loyola University Chicago
“Everything about my global education both inside and outside the classroom gave me the acad emic and cultural knowledge to successfully wor k as an international diplomat at the United Nations . For me, global education went beyond academi cs, and included many amazing life experience s that sparked my curiosity, such as participating in a German language exchange program in Aus tria in 8th grade. Later on, I took advantage of stud y abroad programs in China, Chile, and Italy, and continued to learn foreign languages and exp lore other cultures.” Carina Van Vliet, Chief Executive Officer, Cleveland Council on World Affairs
GLOBAL PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT
Prepare young women to be original and inventive collaborators and agents of change for our global community through an academic program based on meaningful experiential learning.
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