What does Global Engagement Mean to Me?
Henry Leighton Wesleyan University Class of 2025
What does Global Engagement Mean to Me?
Henry Leighton Wesleyan University Class of 2025
Classes and experiences that align with the language study requirement of the Global Engagement Minor.
I was very grateful for the opportunity to study in Taiwan, and the amazing experiences and relationships that I built there. However, I did experience some discomfort surrounding my affiliation with the American State Department through the Critical Language Scholarship program. We were often told that our conduct reflected back on our nation and its …
After having the privilege of studying abroad twice, I’ve come to understand that intercultural learning is a cyclical process. What I learned in Cuba allowed me to better articulate my experience there, but studying a different language and living in a different culture in Taiwan meant that I was frustrated at times by my lack …
Studying abroad in Cuba has made me realize cultural misunderstandings are inevitable, even though I’ve been learning Spanish since kindergarten. Sometimes these interactions may be intimidating, but it’s necessary to take risks to build relationships within your host community. I explored this challenge with a Black classmate at the University of Havana who has lived …
