I spent 10 weeks at Ashoka University as a Global Intern. I loved being able to connect my classroom knowledge to laboratory research, all while immersing myself in the rich and vibrant culture of India.

Take the leap of faith. It is so easy to push it off and say that you can do it later, but there is truly no other experience like this—one that is so unique, rewarding, and fun.

While in Europe, I learned about and experienced firsthand the differences in the healthcare systems across nations. I’ve been actively applying my knowledge from abroad to my classes at Cornell. It’s so amazing to approach my learning from multiple perspectives.

Broadening the inclusiveness and internationalism of our community here—and cultivating research and learning that emerges from these exchanges—is one of the most exciting potentials of Cornell Global Hubs.

NUS is heartened to be on board with the Cornell Global Hubs initiative. Cornell's recent interdisciplinary salons included six NUS faculty members engaging with Cornell and other Global Hubs academics. It's exciting to see what lies ahead for our collaboration.

[We can decolonize international education] by building partnerships that decenter 'Western' epistemologies, toward the co-creation of knowledge and solutions to our most pressing problems.