A breakdown of the practices in my life that positively impact others and myself. By: Ellie Boehme After reading the “Mapping My Impact” prompt, I knew I needed to take some time to reflect on where I’ve truly been investing my time and energy this summer. I know I’ve done a lot to positively contributeContinue reading “Making Myself Useful”
Category Archives: Global Scholars
Community & Culture: Chloe in Catalonia
Solo in Spain: A Summer Series By: Chloe Bloom Hola! Have I done an introduction already? I suppose, but mostly on my research. Now I will provide more insight into who I am as a researcher. What is my background, what does my community look like, and why do I have an interest in theContinue reading “Community & Culture: Chloe in Catalonia”
The Practice of Attention: Mapping Care in Everyday Interactions
By: Alana Banton My impact shows up in how I think, listen, and act across the different spaces I move through, often in small but intentional ways that reflect curiosity, empathy, and attention to others. As I’ve grown through my studies, I’ve learned to see health through both a biological and a social lens; understandingContinue reading “The Practice of Attention: Mapping Care in Everyday Interactions”
From Family Calls to Community Impact: How Small Habits Shape My Journey
By: Lizzie Alba When people think about making an impact, they often imagine large projects, major achievements, or life-changing events. While those things can certainly make a difference, I have learned that impact is often built through small habits that we practice consistently. The routines, values, and behaviors that we exercise every day influence notContinue reading “From Family Calls to Community Impact: How Small Habits Shape My Journey”
Marine Conservation in Utila, Honduras
By: Tessa Wiegand Hi! My name is Tessa Wiegand and I am currently a first-year undergraduate student and Global Scholar at Florida State University. I have been given the opportunity to participate in research globally with which I will then compose a Capstone project. To me, being a Global Scholar means more than simply studyingContinue reading “Marine Conservation in Utila, Honduras”
Childcare and Education in Tanzania
By: Fleur Van Buuren Introductory to my summer volunteering and researching early childhood education in Arusha, Tanzania Hello! My name is Fleur Van Buuren, and I am a student at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee, Florida, majoring in International Affairs. I am originally from Tampa, Florida, and I am extremely passionate about global development,Continue reading “Childcare and Education in Tanzania”
The Tradeoff Between Entrepreneurial Growth and Company Mission in Small Businesses in Florence, Italy
By: Dylan Stettner My name is Dylan Stettner and being an FSU Global Scholar is not just about studying in another country. To me it means stepping outside of my comfort zone and learning how the world actually works by being part of it. It is about understanding people, culture, and business through real experiencesContinue reading “The Tradeoff Between Entrepreneurial Growth and Company Mission in Small Businesses in Florence, Italy”
Big World, Bigger Questions
By: Zorianna Starks Catching flights, studying minds, and stepping into my next chapter Ahhhh Me😙(The Queen) If you asked me to describe myself as a Global Scholar, I wouldn’t just say “a student who studies abroad.” That sounds way too boring for what this actually is. To me, being a Global Scholar means being curious enoughContinue reading “Big World, Bigger Questions”
From Tallahassee to Florence: A Journey Through Global Mental Health
By: Maddie Stackow Examining cross-cultural approaches to university mental health care, assessment, and prevention Hi! My name is Madalynn Stackow, and I am a psychology major with a passion for research. I am honored to be a part of the Global Scholars 2026 Cohort. As a psychology student, I am driven to understand why peopleContinue reading “From Tallahassee to Florence: A Journey Through Global Mental Health”
Introductory Global Scholars Blog
By: Madeline Shaw Hi! My name is Madeline Shaw, I am a sophomore majoring in environmental engineering with minors in French and environmental science, and I am part of the 2026 Global Scholars cohort. When I think of the phrase “global scholar,” I think of someone who is open-minded, educated about the world, and interestedContinue reading “Introductory Global Scholars Blog”
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