B.A. in Global Studies
The Global Studies B.A. program helps students explore today’s interconnected and intercultural world. It highlights the links connecting citizens across continents and cultures. Through engaging classes, students learn to view global challenges from multiple perspectives and develop stronger cross-cultural awareness.
This program also promotes learning about the cultural, social, political, and economic forces shaping modern life. Students examine how these forces influence global relationships, economies, and daily experiences. In every course, they connect theory to real-world events, building critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Through focused study, students investigate how nationalism and globalism shape contemporary society. They analyze how local traditions interact with global networks. These lessons reveal the complex balance between preserving identity and embracing worldwide connections, preparing students to address global issues thoughtfully.
Along the way, students form a vision of themselves as cooperative, responsible global citizens. They gain leadership skills and practice ethical decision-making. With this foundation, graduates enter careers or advanced study ready to lead in an increasingly globalized and rapidly changing world.
See the Otterbein University catalog for the complete Global Studies B.A. requirements.
Internships and Experiential Learning
Otterbein offers students the opportunity to participate in our Model United Nations program and there are internships available with the Columbus Council on World Affairs as well as other international agencies and organizations in the Columbus metropolitan area.
| Student Learning Outcomes | University Learning Goals (KMERI*) |
| 1. Understand major theories of development and globalization, as well as their real-world dynamics | Knowledgeable |
| 2. Understand global political processes and structures such as major IGOs and NGOs | Knowledgeable |
| 3. Recognize the diversity of globalization experiences, including cultural biases and the environmental impact of economic activities | Engaged |
| 4. Appreciate multi-disciplinary approaches to global awareness, and apply diverse problem-solving skills and perspectives | Inquisitive |
| 5. Plan research projects utilizing appropriate research methodology, citation styles and bibliographic reference systems | Multi-literate |
| 6. Construct effective written arguments | Multi-literate |
| 7. Develop skills and values for effective global citizenship | Responsible |
*NOTE: KMERI refers to Otterbein's learning goals. It stands for Knowledgeable, Multi-literate, Engaged, Responsible, and Inquisitive. To learn more about KMERI, visit our University Learning Goals page.
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