Globalized Classes

Students – Get started by asking your advisor to help you select “globalized” courses! Courses are being added each semester. Current globalized courses at PCC include:

PCC Passport Activities

These activities will focus on topics from around the world! Events have included:

  • Conservation in the Amazon Rainforest ” – PCC alumna Maci Mize presented about her experience living and working in the Amazon Rainforest.
  • Beautiful World, Where Are You ” – Chandler Fry and Maci Mize co-organized a regional conference for NC college students hosted by Duke University about finding beauty at our moment of unprecedented global crisis.

Global Experience

This could include travel abroad through PCC or partnering schools (scholarships may be available) or domestic intercultural experiences offered in and around our community.

Your Capstone Project

Complete a project outlining your experience and share it with the PCC community.

Why Become a Global Scholar?

 This distinction on your diploma will give you:

  • A competitive edge in employment opportunities;
  • 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;
  • A certificate of recognition and a letter from the PCC President;
  • An opportunity to wear the global scholar’s graduation regalia;
  • An official designation on your academic transcript;
  • Cultural competence to enhance your personal and professional future.

Contacts

Dr. Chandler Fry
Instructor, English
chandler.fry@piedmontcc.edu
336-322-2234 | L125
Katharine Currin
Instructor, Business Administration
katharine.currin@piedmontcc.edu
336-322-2145 | L124