Global Learning at LMU
The office of Global-local Affairs (GLA) is committed to supporting and promoting innovative and equitable global learning for all.
What is Global Learning?
At LMU, global learning is a transformative process that promotes the Magis and honors the richness of our diversity as we seek to collaboratively address challenges that transcend borders, and foster justice, equity, and well-being for people and planet.
Why is Global Learning Important?
- Empowers change agents in complex, interconnected world
- Supports global and intercultural competency
- Promotes equitable, collaborative action
Interdisciplinary approaches are essential to global learning. Understanding diverse perspectives and recognizing the complexities and interconnectedness of our local and global communities are critical to addressing common challenges that transcend borders. Being able to connect across diverse fields and engage in collaborative work helps to ensure that LMU students, staff and faculty are prepared to ignite a brighter, more equitable world.
What are some examples of Global Learning outcomes?
- Become informed, open-minded, and responsible people who are attentive to diversity across the spectrum of differences
- Seek to understand how their actions affect both local and global communities
- Address the world’s most pressing and enduring issues collaboratively and equitably
-AAC&U’s Shared Futures: Global and Social Responsibility initiative
What does Global Learning look like?
| Coursework | Experiences | Co-curricular | Research |
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Simulations, role-plays, and debates to approach issues from different cultural perspectives |
Study Abroad to expand your worldview |
Participation in campus and local events with an international component (e.g., talks by visiting faculty, museum exhibits, concerts, festivals, etc.) |
Data Collection involving comparative, transnational and international data |
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Group projects or assignments involving teams comprised of both domestic and international students collaborating in-person or virtually |
Engaged Learning with a transnational community
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Membership in a cultural student organization |
Analysis of diverse populations and governments |
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Journal writing/other self-reflective writing on global topics and cultural issues |
Fulbright Scholar Awards |
Live in the LMU Global House |
Collaborative research with global scholars |