Global Scholars Living-Learning Community (LLC)

The Global Scholars Living-Learning Community (LLC) brings together students who share a passion for world cultures, languages, and global issues. Students in this community learn, live, and grow together in an environment that values intercultural understanding and connection.

Members of the Global Scholars LLC engage with both international and domestic peers through shared courses, intentional programming, and experiences that expand perspectives and foster lifelong friendships.

Why an LLC?

Research has consistently shown that students who participate in a living-learning community experience a higher level of success both socially and academically than those who are not part of an LLC.

Who can apply to the Global Scholars LLC?

The Global Scholars LLC is for students who fit any of the following criteria:

• First-year and second-year students majoring in International Relations, Anthropology, or related majors or minors within the Social Sciences or Humanities.
• Students who want to engage with people with cultural differences and are curious about global citizenship or interests.
• Students from international backgrounds. 
• Students who value curiosity, respect, and open-mindedness.

Benefits

• Priority housing in a double occupancy setting.
• Move in before the rest of the campus to settle in and make friends.
• Participate in LLC kickoff activities in August to meet staff, faculty, and peers.
• Study alongside peers by taking one course each semester together.
  • Fall Semester: (one of the following)
    • ANTH 100: Cultural Anthropology — How culture shapes the ways in which we experience, interpret, and make sense of the world.
    • Sophomores may take a 200- or 300-level course in anthropology.
  • Spring Semester: (one of the following)
    • IREL 100: Word Regional Geography – Survey of world regions examining the environmental, cultural, historical, and economic processes that make each region unique.
    • IREL 101: Introduction to International Relations – Topics covered include international organizations and their role, international law and diplomacy, global and ethnic conflicts, and the functioning of the global economy.
    • Sophomores may take a 200- or 300-level course in international relations.
• Specifically designed community events that focus on academic, personal, and professional development.
• Participate or attend events from registered student organizations (RSOs) connected to the Shaheen College of Arts and Sciences or international student organizations.

Student Responsibilities

Global Scholars LLC students will: 

• Remain enrolled in LLC-related courses each semester.
• Remain in good social conduct standing with the University.
• Participate in LLC-related activities throughout the academic year.

Contact Global Scholars Living-learning Community Staff