IGS students are a diverse group, with interests ranging from non-profit work to international law. Read a bit about their future plans below.

Usman Baig graduated from UNCG with degrees in International and Global Studies and Political Science, and a minor in History.

"Model United Nations Club was the best experience. I gained experience about international affairs by working as a delegate and representing UNCG at the SRMUN (Southern Regional Model United Nations) conference in Atlanta . Various regional studies courses taught me lots of interesting things about different cultures, history, and politics.   I’m graduating from UNCG with a better understanding of International and Global Studies. Choosing International and Global Studies as a major was the best decision I made. I’m going to pursue masters’ degree in International Affairs at George Washington University next year".

 

Amanda Tadlock is graduating from UNCG in the Fall of 2008 with degrees in both Political Science/Pre-law and International and Global Studies. She has joined the Peace Corps and is planning to work with NC Common Cause between graduation and departure. After serving in the Peace Corps, Amanda hopes to attend the Vermont School of Law to study environmental law. If all goes well she sees working as an environmental defense lawyer for a non-profit agency after attaining her JD.

 

Michael Shannon graduated from UNCG in the Spring of 2008 with degrees in both Theatre Education and International and Global Studies. During his senior year, Michael received the Student Excellence Award, the university’s top honor. He traveled abroad to Poland and Mexico, and was involved in numerous service activites during his time as an undergrad.

"I have been able to incorporate my knowledge and experience with international cultures and customs into all of the classes that I have taught in high school, middle school and elementary school. I have used my experiences and classroom knowledge to direct a Japanese Kabuki piece, to write numerous research papers on the anti-political nature of Mexican Theatre as well as see first-hand the infamous Poor Theatre which was created in Wroclaw, Poland and quickly spread all over the world."