Welcome to Global Connections
Global Connections brings engaging co- and extra-curricular events to Global Campus students—free and online. Through Global Connections you can connect with peers and expert presenters via webinars, livestreamed events, academic contests, and activities.
Join us for the Global Connections Book Club!
The selection for Spring 2019 is Nine Perfect Strangers, by Liane Moriarty.
The first five current Global Campus Students to sign up will
receive the book for free.
Upcoming Events
32nd Annual MLK Program Keynote Speaker Ibram X. Kendi
Join Dr. Ibram X. Kendi on January 17, 2019, 7-9 p.m., as he discusses the roots of racism and how he believes we can end racial discrimination once and for all.
Kendi is a New York Times bestselling author, Professor of History and International Relations, and the Founding Director of the Antiracist Research and Policy Center at American University.
Learn more and register for 32nd Annual MLK Program Keynote Speaker
Behind Happy Faces
Understand and take charge of your mental health!
Join us on Wednesday, January 23, at 7:00 p.m. for “Behind Happy Faces”, an inspirational talk empowering you to strengthen your mental health and reduce the stigma of illness.
The History of Outdoor Recreation Leadership & Education
From the early days of Kurt Hahn’s Outward Bound program in the early 1940’s, whose goal it was to increase the survival chances of young sailors, to the modern experiential education movement, we’ll outline the progression through the important people and organizations that championed this industry.
Join us on Wednesday, January 30, 6–7 p.m., to learn more about outdoor recreation and get excited about your next adventure.
Learn more and register for The History of Outdoor Recreation Leadership & Education
How to Maintain Your New Year’s Resolutions
Join personal trainer Katie Iverson on Tuesday, February 5, at 6:30 p.m. for How to Maintain Your New Year’s Resolutions!
Do you feel like you lack the motivation necessary to turn your new year’s resolutions into solutions? In this webinar we will discuss the fundamentals of behavior change, goal setting, and the six dimensions of wellbeing in order to give you the tools you need to start on and maintain your goals for this year.
Learn more and register for How to Maintain Your New Year’s Resolutions
A Meal to Fall in Love With
On Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 6:30-7:30 p.m., join WSU Executive Chef Jamie Callison and learn how to cook the perfect romantic meal, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
During the webinar, he’ll show you how to prepare delicious appetizers, the perfect salad, a homemade pasta dish and delectable desserts.