G-MEO, "Intern and Study Abroad in China & Japan"

Please join us for the presentation by Global Maximum Educational Opportunities (G-MEO), the next talk in the CGS-EUC series "Interning Away: Gateway to a Global Career."Global Maximum Educational Opportunities (G-MEO)February 27, 12:00 (CST)...

POSTPONED: Magdalena Paz Novoa Echaurren, "Making Space for Many Worlds: Pluriversal Planning, Arts-Based Methods, and Historic Preservation in Chile."

CGS regrets that Prof. Magdalena Novoa's talk, rescheduled for March 25th, will once again have to be postponed.  We will update as soon as we are able.Krannert Art Museum, room 62.and on Zoom: ...

In Memorium - Dr. Edward A. Kolodziej (1935-2026)

Dear Center for Global Studies Community, Colleagues, and Friends,It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that Edward A. Kolodziej, Professor Emeritus of Political Science and founding Director of the Center for Global Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, passed away...

Spring 2026 Speakers and Lectures at CGS

The Center of Global Studies is excited to announce the speakers and their lectures for the spring semester:February02/12 - Sarah Leah Whitson and Michael Omer-Man, co-authors. Book Talk: From Apartheid to Democracy, A Blueprint for Peace in Israel-Palestine....

Come Work for CGS: Digital Media and Communication Intern

CGS seeks to hire a Digital Media and Communication Intern(Ideal for students interested in marketing, social media, or global engagement)Start Date: Spring semester, 2026; ASAP.About the Role: Are you creative, tech-savvy, and passionate about...

GLBL 499 - Policy Communication Practicum

GLBL 499 - Policy Communication Practicum (CRN 55131/64185)

In GLBL 499 you will:

Graduate Certificates in Global Studies (non-transcriptable)

Advance Your Global Expertise with Flexible Graduate Certificates

The University of Illinois offers four non-transcriptable graduate certificates designed for professionals

Center for Global Studies Highlights Climate Leadership in Multinational Student Competition

Urbana, Illinois – The Center for Global Studies (CGS) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign proudly celebrated the achievements of students from around the world during the 5th annual Reimagine Our Future sustainability competition held on December 6, 2025. A highlight...

Matthew Soener, "Global Capitalism, Climate Change, and Emerging Fault Lines"

Matthew Soener (Sociology, UIUC), "Global Capitalism, Climate Change, and Emerging Fault Lines"Wednesday, November 19, 12pm.Coble Hall 306 & on Zoom.Description: One important trend in recent decades is the rise in greenhouse...
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