In the shattered aftermath of World War Two, a psychologist in Cincinnati, Ohio decided that the world could not continue with the status quo and determined she was going to take a stand to change the future. She created an organization that would do just that. Children International Summer Village (CISV) was born with the mission to build global friendships. By creating an environment that focuses on personal growth and breaking down cultural barriers, it has challenged generations of children...

I have a passion for dance and for sharing this passion with others. Throughout middle and high school, this passion led me to teach young ballet students. The children I taught were between the ages of five and seven and attending classes weekly. As their teacher, I acted as a role model, demonstrated proper technique, and used patience, encouragement, and kindness to inspire and convey my love of dance to these future ballerinas. The highlight of every year was the...

I have a passion for travel, learning about other cultures, and problem solving. I have also embraced leadership opportunities through sports and extracurricular activities. A course of study within the Global Studies major would lay a foundation and provide opportunities for me to become a global leader, working to create positive change in the world around me. My passions, combined with my involvement in my extracurriculars makes this a perfect major. I spend my time working and traveling with an...