In order to best prepare Illinois students for career and citizenship, they must learn to navigate and achieve in an increasingly competitive and globalized world. The Global Scholar Certificate responds to a growing body of research and data that suggest future careers will depend heavily upon the ability of students to work and collaborate in multiple cultural contexts. The Illinois Global Scholar Certificate awards merit, on the state transcript, students who have attained global skills and knowledge through academic coursework, globally-focused service learning, global collaboration, and the successful completion of a capstone project. The time has come to reward Illinois students for achieving the skills and knowledge that will be crucial to succeeding in a rapidly changing, globalized world.

For more information: https://global-illinois.org/