Palmer Global Scholars Program

Preparing globally minded leaders through interdisciplinary study, international immersion, and real-world engagement.

The Thomas W. Palmer '69 and Susan Palmer Global Scholars Program is a selective four-part experience designed for high-achieving students passionate about global issues. Scholars pursue interdisciplinary coursework, develop cross-cultural understanding, and engage deeply with international perspectives — regardless of academic major.

Why Become a Global Scholar?

Global Scholars join a vibrant community of students committed to understanding and addressing global challenges.

As a Global Scholar, you will:

Join a selective cohort of globally engaged, high-achieving students
Engage deeply with global issues through interdisciplinary coursework
Receive a $4,000 study abroad stipend
Connect classroom learning with immersive international experiences
Complete a capstone experience connecting theory and practice
Graduate with a Global Studies Certificate & Cord at graduation

Global Experience Support

Global Scholars receive a $4,000 stipend to support their study abroad semester after completing Phases I and II of the program pathway.

This funding helps scholars pursue immersive international experiences that enhance academic, professional, and personal growth.

Four-Part Pathway

The Global Scholars Program is designed as a structured journey integrating academic study, global immersion, and independent inquiry.

Explore the Four-Part Pathway

Meet the Global Scholars!

Meet some of our wonderful Global Scholars.

Camila Morales '25

Majors: General Zoology & Spanish; Minor: Environmental Science

Hometown: Chicago, IL

"I enjoy nature and would love to learn more about it. I hope to travel to get fieldwork done with wildlife and the environment to arm myself with the tools necessary to understand sustainability and the unique challenges environments and animals face. To do this I hope to travel to specific environments such as Brazil for its rainforest, Africa for its savannah or Hawaii for its reefs."

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."The last day of class, when my whole cohort celebrated at Amato's. We made a promise to keep meeting up with each other despite having no classes."

Elliot Spicer '24

Majors: Economics & Environmental Studies; Minor: Spanish

Hometown: Newark, OH

"I plan to study abroad in Cost Rica, to further my studies with the environment and hispanic culture."

Favorite Global Scholars memory...
"Traveling with Dr. Rowley to Iceland for my Theory to Practice Grant, which was originally drafted in my freshman Global Scholars Seminar."

Elizabeth Mushaben '23

Majors: Creative Writing & Literature; Minor: Classics (maybe History)

Hometown: Cincinnati, OH

"I was supposed to study abroad for 12 weeks in London, and then 6 weeks in Rome. Ideally, I would've worked with a publishing house."

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."Short North Tour freshman year."

Eliza Richardson '23

Majors: Environmental Science & International Studies; Minor: Politics & Government

Hometown: Lakewood, OH

"I am planning on doing a Summer Global Internship with CIEE in Lisbon, Portugal, during the Summer of 2022. I will intern with an Environmental NGO or Advocacy Group."

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."Getting to know my cohort in my freshman year."

Brittani Stiltner '23

Majors: International Studies & Spanish & Economics

Hometown: Tiffin, OH

"I'm currently in Quito, Ecuador through IES for the semester."

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."Hosting alumni during my time as on of the Interns and getting to ask them about their experiences abroad and what they do now."

Chase Dusek '22

Major: Finance; Minor: History

Hometown: Dallas, TX

"While I was unable to study abroad due to the pandemic, I plan on engaging in global activity. Upon graduation from Ohio Wesleyan, I will be working as a global finance and business management analyst for JPMorgan Chase & Co. I hope that I can continue my international experiences through this program."

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."My most memorable experience through the Global Scholars program was speaking with Sengalese photographer Fabrice Monteiro. The artist who created photography that connected environmental issues with the cultural interests of the various populations ranging from Africa to the United States."

Eva Mulloy '22

Major: Astrophysics; Minor: Spanish

Hometown: Russell, OH

"I went abroad in Spring 2020 through the CIEE Block Program. I was planning on spending 12 weeks in Shanghai, China, and 6 weeks in Madrid, Spain. Due to COVID I got to spend 4 weeks in Shanghai, China, and then 4 weeks in London, United Kingdom."

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."Going to Amato's with my cohort during my first year."

Lauren Barnes '22

Majors: Math & Chemistry; Minor: Computer Science

Hometown: Groveport, OH

"I plan to study Mandarin this summer in Taiwan."

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."Going to the Gallery Hop and North Market in Columbus with Global Scholars in Fall 2019."

Meg Edwards '22

Majors: International Studies & Spanish

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Study Abroad Program: SIT Ecuador: Development, Politics, and Languages

Favorite Global Scholars memory..."One of the last things we all did before the pandemic was have dinner at Old Dog Alehouse. It was nice to talk to people from my cohort who I hadn't seen much since the end of the Seminar freshman year."