Author Archives: anr22m

By: Sindhu Bilapati When I first heard the phrase Global Scholar, it didn’t feel like a title to me. It felt more like a way of approaching things. I see it as putting yourself in a new environment and really taking the time to understand it. Not just what you’re doing, but why it matters andContinue reading “Becoming a Global Scholar”

By: Cole Beiner Hello, my name is Cole Beiner and I am a global scholar at FSU. To me, global scholar means a student approaching new environments with curiosity, humility, and a willingness to both contribute and be changed by the experience. This summer, I plan to carry out these tenets by immersing myself inContinue reading “Introductory Blog Post “

By: Alana Banton The first time I heard the phrase Global Scholar, I imagined someone constantly in motion: crossing borders, absorbing cultures, and collecting stories. Now, I see it differently. To me, being a Global Scholar is less about distance traveled and more about depth of understanding. It is the ability to step into unfamiliar spacesContinue reading “Becoming a Global Scholar: Listening Beyond Language”

By: Tiana Baker What does it mean to be a Global Scholar without traveling across the world? For me, it means recognizing that global learning is not defined by distance, but by depth of engagement. Being a Global Scholar is about seeking understanding across cultures, asking meaningful questions, and exploring how belief systems and livedContinue reading “Becoming a Global Scholar at Home: Faith, Caregiving, and Community in Tallahassee”