Global Perspective Symposium

The Global Perspective Symposium (GPS)  is a program that brings cross-cultural student panels into the classroom. International students are invited by SDSU faculty to present their personal cultural perspectives as panelists about topics selected by the professors. GPS is a great opportunity for international students to deepen their connections with the campus community! 

 Possible topics vary each semester bases on student expertise. Examples of past panel presentations include:

• Business Culture (e.g. real estate, trade environment, customer service)
• Women in STEM
• Rights to Freedom of Expression
• US/Mexico Trans-border Students in Higher Education
• Climate Change and Sustainable Practices
• Intercultural Communication
• Exclusion and Inclusion (e.g. LGBTQ+, disabilities, religion, gender roles)
• Collectivism vs. Individualism in Society
• Family Roles (i.e. influence of  family on student choices, academic major, study, dating, marriage) 

SDSU Faculty:

Apply to host a GPS panel in your class by visiting the International Affairs Faculty Resources page. 

SDSU international and exchange students:

Applications to be a GPS panelist take place at the beginning of each semester, or as needed. If you are interested in becoming a GPS panelist, please contact Dr. William Twayigize at wtwayigize@sdsu.edu.