Global Scholars
The Global Scholars program in Upper Division stands out as a distinctive educational opportunity, offering a rigorous international curriculum that delves into people, places, and ideas that are not typically explored in high school. This program is designed to cultivate students’ potential to become responsible and effective global citizens.
Through this intellectually stimulating program, students will examine significant global issues from multiple perspectives, improving their cross-cultural awareness, exploring global dynamics, and understanding the implications of human choices.
Upon graduation from the Global Scholars program, students will possess a wealth of knowledge on global issues, a deep understanding of diverse cultures, and proficiency in at least one world language. These skills will undoubtedly help them make a positive impact on the global issues facing our world in the 21st century.
The Global Scholars program is a three-year elective course of study revolving around four key components:
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Curricular: Students must take an additional year of their world language, as well as a course on global citizenship, a contemporary issues course with a regional focus, and two electives with a global focus. They must also complete a capstone project, which consists of a research-based thesis paper, a global action project, and a public exhibition of the work.
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Extracurricular: Students must seek global learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting. They will expand their worldview through participation in globally focused clubs, lectures, and community events.
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Service Learning: Students complete an additional 24 hours of service with an international focus.
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Cross-Cultural Exchange: Students participate in at least one immersive international travel experience.
Current Berkeley students can find more information about the Global Scholars program by visiting myBerkeley.
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Global Scholars Capstone Exhibition Gallery
Learn More About the Global Scholars Program
For more information about the Global Scholars program at Berkeley Preparatory School, contact Tim Torkilsen, Director of Global Studies and International Programs:
torkitim@berkeleyprep.org