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, whose English was the best in the family. I came to India excited for the prospect of adventure, cultural immersion and professional growth, whereas her avenues for a complete education had already been scuttled during her adolescence without her input. Her life’s path had most likely already been decided by her male elders. I think of this, and then I think of the day I met with the executive director of an international foundation early on during my time in India to discuss their development

February 7, 2014 Chinese students pair up with Lutes in a “speed-dating” exercise at PLU on Jan. 30 designed to discover cultural intersections. (Photo: John Froschauer / PLU) International ‘Speed Dating’ Creates Cultural Connections By James Olson ’14 Students from six Beijing high schools congregated in the Anderson University Center on Jan. 30 to participate in a cultural exchange that looked a lot like a speed-dating session—on purpose. The students, who were visiting Pacific Lutheran

most respectable form, it promotes a “World of Understanding” that students can use to learn about cultures and cultural diversity in the United States and abroad, develop intercultural skills and become involved citizens, both locally and globally. However, during my semester in Oaxaca and as part of my Kelmer Roe Fellowship research project on emigration, I found myself wondering who was included in the definition of global citizen and how the migrants impacted by globalization defined themselves

Georgetown University as well as a degree in public policy from Brown University. She has been associate fellow at the Institute for Policy Analysis and Ida Tarbell Fellow at Oil Change International, and is also the author of “The Bush Agenda” (William Morrow, 2006). Juhasz has served as congressional aide to two members of Congress and as the project director of the International Forum on Globalization. She has published in the New York Times, the International Herald Tribune, and the Los Angeles Times

by the book’s critics and noted that many of them use his predictions to debate the topic of China’s influence rather than dismiss his work entirely. Yet for pure clout, based on its populous, it’s hard to argue against some of Jacques’s views. This Asian giant with a billion-plus population-four times the population of the United States-will likely resist globalization as we know it and that, Jacques argues, will have powerful ramifications for the rest of the world and the U.S. in particular

& Engagement, Melannie Denise Cunningham: “If you’re on a journey of cultural literacy, then this is an opportunity to step into a situation to deepen your understanding about a culture you may not know at this point.”The project, created by Dr. Yetta Young, sheds light on the real and raw experiences of modern-day Black women while acknowledging that these experiences are not exclusive to them. Both educational and entertaining, this show serves as a source of empowerment and inspiration that everyone can

also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative. The Wang Center’s symposium will highlight global health, one of the dominant issues of our times. It has a direct effect on other major issues, from globalization and poverty to natural resource use and climate change. Currently, the center is hosting a film series about the topic. Symposium presentations and seminars on campus Feb. 22 will feature representatives of non-governmental organizations and

this is in the context of studying natural history and conservation issues. BRAZIL, ARGENTINA Cosmopolitanism: Citizenship in a Globalizing World Students and faculty together conducted an investigation of the impact of globalization upon two major world cities, Sao Paolo, Brazil, the largest city in Latin America, and Buenos Aires, Argentina, arguably the most cosmopolitan city in South America. And, they investigated the concept of cosmopolitanism from a philosophical perspective and its

shut Read Next The Third Annual Jolita Hylland Benson Education Lecture – Catching up to Leading the Way: American Education in the Age of Globalization COMMENTS*Note: All comments are moderated If the comments don't appear for you, you might have ad blocker enabled or are currently browsing in a "private" window. LATEST POSTS Caitlyn Babcock ’25 wins first place in 2024 Angela Meade Vocal Competition November 7, 2024 PLU professors Ann Auman and Bridget Haden share teaching and learning

that students who studied abroad found a job closely related to their major more often, and found employment quickly and at a higher salary than those who did not study abroad. A recent New York Times article also noted that in the age of globalization and international competition for jobs, a study abroad experience is vital for a graduate competing in the national—and certainly international—marketplace. PLU Presidential Delegation share lunch with students in Chengdu. | Via @profhammerstrom on