Global Citizenship Certificate

Certificate in Global CitizenshipGlobal citizenship involves understanding the forces that affect cross-cultural connections and being committed to a global community based on human interdependence, equality, and justice. The Global Citizenship program at Franklin Pierce provides students with real information about the people of the world in which they live. It also provides opportunities for students to practice citizenship and leadership skills in a variety of settings. To earn the Global Citizenship Certificate, students must complete four courses, including a gateway course called Global Problems, two electives, and a one-credit senior seminar. They must also either complete a semester's study abroad of at least 12 credits or an internship in their major program that involves international and citizenship dimensions.

What you will gain by completing the certificate program:

  • A parchment certificate
  • Notation on your transcript
  • A description of the program on your resume, with assistance provided by the Global Citizenship Coordinator
  • A global perspective that will serve you well in your personal and professional life no matter what career your choose

 

FACULTY

 Jessica

Jessica Watson is a Global Citizen who plans on doing an international internship on either hunger or literacy this summer. She is also considering studying abroad in Vienna, Austria in the fall.

 Kayla

Kayla Ferguson is a Global Citizen who has spent two semesters in study abroad programs - one in Vienna, Austria and one in Perugia, Italy. She has applied to the Peace Corps and looks forward to graduating in May of this year.

 Ashley

Ashley Heili is a Global Citizen who has studied in Vienna, Austria and completed The Walk in Europe.