Beginning October 5, we will launch Bailey Global Scholars, a 7-month scholarship program designed to help University of Illinois students grow as responsible and engaged global citizens by supporting critical reflection, dialogue, and action across differences of culture and power. Bailey Global Scholars will participate in an online "Education through Global Engagement" program during the Spring 2021 semester culminating in a volunteer immersion (virtual or in person) capstone experience during Summer 2021. Participants will also receive a $1000 academic scholarship for the Spring 2021 semester. Applications are due November 8, 2020. Learn more at universityymca.org/bailey/global
Additionally, this fall the Y is offering a new and exciting program for students interested in global exchange, Y Global Connections. Global Connections is a forum for U of I YMCA students to discuss global topics with Sierra Leone YMCA counterparts while also providing students with opportunities to develop skills to be more conscious and educated global citizens, examine stereotypes and confront inherent bias. Applications are currently open for this free program until September 25. Learn more at universityymca.org/global/connections