In 2018, 15 students from ACU member universities in the UK were awarded Global Grants to travel to summer schools in six countries across the Commonwealth. Here, some of them share their stories. Participating in an international summer school is a great way for students to gain international experience, learn new skills, increase their intercultural understanding, network, and have fun while visiting an ACU member institution overseas. The ACU offers UK students the opportunity to gain this experience through our Global Summer School Grants.
Sarah’s experience of the international summer school at Kyambogo University, Uganda, inspired her to get involved with the development of animal protection law and research in developing countries.
Performing Arts student, Emma-Louise, reflects on her summer school experience as a step towards her dream of working in the film industry in Canada.
After attending the Stellenbosch summer school in South Africa, Political Economist student, Meran, developed new skills and felt motivated to help people attain justice in other parts of the world.
Elliot – an undergraduate student from the University of Sheffield - writes about how studying cultural diversity in Malaysia pushed him out of his comfort zone and developed his intercultural awareness.
After attending the Lovely Professional University (LPU) summer school in India, undergraduate student, Amy, continues to mentor students from socioeconomically deprived areas.
