2020-08-31 - We at LAS Global Studies would like to affirm our strong and unanimous support for Black Lives Matter.  We are here for our students, we are here for the community, we are here for change.  We are here. That the statement “Black Lives Matter” must be made, and the fact that it’s seen as “controversial” or “political” to make, indicates a poison in the system deeply rooted in historical...

2020-08-24 - Due to COVID-19, the Global Studies office will be closed for the fall 2020 semester.  All walk-in hours will be done virtually via the zoom online platform.  See below for days and links for walk-ins.  Only click on the link for the specific day.   Monday (Malcolm Jamal): ...

2020-06-11 - Two Global Studies students were among 14 total students who received Fulbright Scholarships.  Well done to Alicia Barbas (2020 Graduate) and Liam Millett (2019 Graduate).  Read more about them here.

2020-05-19 -   Bailey Undergraduate Awards 2020-21 Sophie Luijten (‘22, Global Studies and Spanish) strives to promote social and environmental justice through sustainable community efforts that protect vulnerable populations and resources. She researched and advocated for immigrant rights and environmental sustainability at the Immigration Project, New American...

2020-05-06 - Congrats to Global Studies student Gina Adatsi on her scholarship and continuing research.   {"preview_thumbnail":"/sites/default/files/styles/video_embed_wysiwyg_preview/public/video_thumbnails/GCNDYl9hp0s.jpg?itok=-J9XH-27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCNDYl9hp0s&feature=youtu.be","settings":{"responsive":1,"width":"700","height":"394","autoplay":0},"settings_summary...

2020-04-22 - Hello, If you are currently using a University Google Apps @ Illinois Gmail account (or forwarding emails to a personal address), you may NOT be receiving all of your emails.   Your university account was recently updated with the newest Microsoft 365 license. An unintended change created Exchange (Outlook) Online mailboxes for some students. University emails may now be redirected to that...

2020-04-21 -   **Important e-mail announcement** MUST read All students. The below message addresses those who are having email issues. If you have sent us an e-mail and not received a response, please follow the instructions and send again. There have been reports of students who aren’t getting their email messages today. This is related to a Microsoft 365 license update that happened recently. If...

2020-04-19 - The recommended course list for fall 2020 is now available.  You can find the page here:  https://globalstudies.illinois.edu/academics/recommended-course-lists  The links for all of the courses will be added soon. 

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2020-04-02 -   Attention Everyone!! Extended deadlines: Bastian and Thulin scholarship deadlines have been extended to April 30th. Applications can be found here: https://globalstudies.illinois.edu/resources/scholarships Global Markets & Society Minor applications have been extended until April 19th. Applications can be found here: https://globalstudies.illinois.edu/academics/academic-programs/...

2020-03-16 -   Dear Global Studies students, We're in a brave new world now, have confidence in your strength and resilience to get through it. With the move to online instruction and campus closures the following changes will be in effect for our office. We will continue to update as things evolve so continue to look for emails from us. Walk-in advising is cancelled for the interim since we can't...

2020-03-04 - Bastian and Thulin applications are now open! Applications are due by Friday, April 3rd at 4:30pm. If you are going abroad, these are the perfect scholarships to apply for. https://globalstudies.illinois.edu/resources/scholarships  

2020-02-14 - The Global Markets & Society Minor application period is now open. Visit out website to apply! Deadline is Tuesday, March 31st. Application must be turned into Valerie Paceley in 3062 Lincoln Hall. Apply here.

2020-01-31 - **Deadline Extended** The annual spring photo contest is open. Show us all of your study abroad photos.  Winners will receive $30 gift cards!  There are 5 categories to choose from.  Click here to submit.  Deadline is Monday, March 16th.  

2020-01-08 - Congratulations to Global Studies graduate Miroslava Osorio for being selected for a 2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Student Award to Malaysia. The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program of the United States and she will represent the country as a cultural ambassador while she is overseas, helping to enhance mutual understanding between Americans...