Scholars of Global Distinction Program
The mission of the Central Carolina Scholars of Global Distinction program is to develop engaged global citizens who are prepared to be successful in our increasingly interdependent world. Central Carolina recognizes students earning the Scholar of Global Distinction award at graduation and on their official academic transcript.
Why Should You Be a Scholar of Global Distinction?
Scholars of Global Distinction develop skills that give them an edge in today’s global job market, earning an academic distinction that can enhance transfer to a university and building skills needed for employment in local, national, and global communities.
Benefits of Becoming Scholar of Global Distinction
As a Scholar of Global Distinction, you will gain:
- A competitive edge in employment opportunities that you can highlight on your resume
- An academic distinction that will enhance your ability to transfer to the university of your choice
- A certificate of recognition from World View at UNC-Chapel Hill
- An opportunity to wear the global scholars graduation regalia
- An official designation on your academic transcript
- Cultural competence to enhance your personal and professional future
- Relationships and connections with people throughout the world
Scholar of Global Distinction Student Competencies
Scholars of Global Distinction develop these competencies:
- Investigate the world beyond their immediate environment, framing significant problems and conducting well-crafted and age-appropriate research
- Recognize perspectives, others’ and their own, articulating and explaining such perspectives thoughtfully and respectfully
- Communicate ideas effectively with diverse audiences, bridging geographic, linguistic, ideological, and cultural barriers
- Reflect critically on their role as a member of the global community and pursue ways to create positive change
Program Requirements
The Scholars of Global Distinction award is noted on the transcript of Central Carolina Community College graduates who:
- Complete 15 credit hours in courses designated as having globally intensive content
- Attend a total of eight international events, ideally at least two per semester
- Participate in 30 hours of global experience through travel abroad or a domestic intercultural experience
- Complete a capstone project
Want to learn more?
Please contact our Scholars of Global Distinction Coordinator Kris Rixon at krixo815@cccc.edu.