Globally Aware

LGS, My Major, and How They Work

Last year, I wrote an entry about How LGS can can work with students' majors. I think with many new students in the program or considering entering, it's probably time to address that topic once again. Sure, it's often really easy for students in the humanities to relate their majors—especially when it comes to International Studies—but not all students can clearly see the benefit that a program like the Levermore Global Scholars can provide.

Many students to not realize that the world is becoming smaller.  Our society is becoming increasingly globally-oriented, and individuals who wish to compete successfully in this smaller world will need the skills necessary to be both sensitive and aware of issues across cultures.  As a senior with one semester left in this program, I can with confidence say that students graduating from LGS will leave Adelphi with these skills and much, much more.  While my history and education classes have provided me with one perspective, I've gained a totally different one that will greatly assist me when I finally become a full-fledged teacher.

The program also provides community service opportunities to its students.  This semester I'm currently in the "Community Service Seminar" class taught by our new director, Dr. Thornburg.  All students in this class are currently volunteering in different areas in the community, and I've been afforded the opportunity to once again continue the computer classes I taught to adults last semester in Hempstead High School.  Other students are working in areas related to their own majors and interests.  

While the knowledge and experience that students leave with will certainly last them a lifetime, one the greatest benefits I will take away with me are the friendships I've made with my fellow LGS students.  The program's small and intimate classes really gave me a chance to get to know my fellow scholars really well, and I think that it's from them that I've learned the most about the world and myself.

I hope that those of you considering the program will join us next semester or next year (I suppose I'll still be around despite graduating—I'm in STEP after all so I'm here for another year!) and that those of you currently in the program will stay.  I hope that my fellow seniors stay in touch with everyone, but I'll certainly miss not seeing you guys around campus (make sure to visit us!).