The Global Engagement Office (GEO) invites everyone to its second Global Symposium on Apr. 8, with a pre-event Open Mic Night on Apr. 7. Now is the time to submit ideas for topics and nominations for the Global Excellence Awards, which will be presented at the symposium.
Save the Date
The Global Symposium will last all day on Apr. 8. A schedule of events is in the works. UNCG faculty and staff can submit their ideas for sessions this year. GEO like to them to gather ideas and co-presenters and submit proposals for sessions that highlight global learning success stories and research. All proposals must be submitted by March 1.
GEO also sponsors the Global Excellence Awards, recognizing impactful work of UNCG faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and community organizations.
- Global Engagement Champion Award: This accolade honors individuals, including UNCG staff, friends and alumni, who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to global engagement and have exhibited leadership in supporting the University’s global engagement, reputation, and excellence.
- Faculty Global Excellence Award: Presented to a faculty member or a group of faculty members who have demonstrated excellence in advancing global engagement through innovative projects, programs, or other internationally focused activities.
- Student Global Impact Award: This recognition celebrates students, including undergraduates, graduates, international students, and visiting scholars, who have made significant contributions to our local and international communities through their studies, internships, or other forms of global community engagement activities.
The deadline for nominations is March 15.
On Apr. 7, mark you calendars for a new addition to this year’s symposium: the Global Arts Open Mic Night. This showcase of art and talent from around the globe will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Elliott University Center’s Claxton Room. The host this year is renowned local poet laureate Josephus III.
Anyone who would like to perform is encouraged to come early and sign up.
Apply for funding initiatives
GEO also shares two funding opportunities for UNCG faculty and staff to take advantage of this year and advance their own related research.
- The Kohler Endowment is dedicated to the support of comprehensive internationalization efforts at UNCG, made possible by the generous support of Phyllis Penn Kohler and her husband, U.S. Ambassador Foy D. Kohler. GEO allocates annually a set amount of money from the Kohler Fund for awards to faculty and staff global engagement activities. The next deadline for spring applications for projects supporting international research, special projects, student programs, and internationalization of the curriculum is March 15.
- The International Travel Fund, created by the Provost’s Office, supports faculty attending international conferences, presenting their work to an international audience, and interacting with colleagues from other countries. These professional conferences must be outside of North America. Applications for funding to attend international conferences for the spring and summer months are still available on a first-come first-served basis.
Learn more about all available funds and how to apply.
