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Become a global citizen with The Governor's School for Global & International Studies!

Prepare for a global future with this four-week residential program on the University of Pittsburgh's main campus. High-school sophomores and juniors delve into the complexities of our interconnected world, studying critical languages, honing oral and written communication skills, and earning Pitt credit alongside distinguished faculty and peers from across Pennsylvania.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic curriculum designed to foster global awareness and understanding. From cultural fusion to geopolitical shifts, students engage with timely topics in a supportive, immersive environment. The friendships and knowledge gained here will last a lifetime.

Mark your calendars for the 2025 session, scheduled from June 21 to July 19. Applications are due by January 21, 2025. For those eager to kickstart their global journey sooner, direct inquiries about the June 22 - July 20, 2025 session to Veronica Dristas (Ellis parent).

Plus, take home a piece of the experience with a special package, including a Global Studies Center mug, bag, luggage tag, and water bottle.

Don't miss your chance to expand your horizons and make lasting connections at The Governor's School for Global & International Studies!

Learn more at: https://www.govschool.pitt.edu/

NOTE: To participate, students must have completed their freshmen, sophomore, or junior in the 2024-25 school year.

AboutThe Governor's School for Global & International Studies:
The world is becoming increasingly interconnected: cultures are fusing and clashing, borders are eroding as walls go up, and local affairs are increasingly enmeshed in global and transnational processes. The Pennsylvania Governor's School for Global and International Studies provides high-school sophomores and juniors with the tools to understand these changes through a four-week residential program on the University of Pittsburgh's main campus. Students learn to think globally, develop their oral and written communication skills, and study critical languages with distinguished faculty, guests, and diverse students from across the state while earning Pitt credit. The program's unique curriculum and residential environment encourages students to engage with the world in a fun, intense, and immersive way. The knowledge and relationships they build will last a lifetime.