Global & Sociocultural Learning

Exploring Careers in the Language Services Industry: Workshop Recap

Did you know the global language services industry is worth $75 billion? It’s a dynamic field that goes far beyond translation and interpretation, offering diverse career paths for professionals from all backgrounds. If you missed our recent workshop, here are …

By Edwina Hurst
Edwina Hurst Manager
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Gator Career Chat: International Business Careers – workshop recap

This Gator Career Chat focused on international business careers, featuring three UF alumni panelists sharing their experiences living and working globally:

The discussion covered career paths in multinational companies, strategies for finding international opportunities, cross-cultural challenges, and advice for students …

By David Adams
David Adams Senior Assistant Director for Career Pathways – Business, Public Service, and Tourism
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Crafting Your Global Academic Identity [RECAP]

In this interactive workshop, Kexuan Wu from UF’s Center for Teaching Excellence guided participants through the importance of developing a global academic identity, emphasizing cultural adaptability, regional academic expectations, and Hofstede’s cultural dimensions. Through reflection, discussion, and practical exercises, participants …

By Edwina Hurst
Edwina Hurst Manager
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So You Want to Gain Global Experience? Lessons from UF’s Global Sociocultural Learning Workshop

Thinking about studying abroad—or just want to connect with people from different cultures? Whether you’re dreaming of international travel or looking for global experiences right here in Gainesville, this workshop was for you.

Hosted by the Career Connections Center, this …

By Effie Cao
Effie Cao Manager for Experiential Learning
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Why Global Skills Make You a Standout Candidate

Employers are looking for more than just a degree — they want global thinkers.
According to the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), employers consistently rank intercultural competencecritical thinking, and real-world problem-solving as top skills they seek in …

By Edwina Hurst
Edwina Hurst Manager
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Experiential Learning Dashboard

Want to get involved and gain experience? Explore UF community connections to discover programs, opportunities, and organizations in the Global & Sociocultural Learning community.

The Peace Corps offers life-changing opportunities for students and recent graduates to serve abroad, gain hands-on experience, and develop skills …

Experiential Learning encompasses diverse personal and professional activities, engaging you beyond the classroom to gain practical insights, develop knowledge and …

APSIA (Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs) is a website that can help provide guidance to students considering studying …

This 1-page guide provides information and key terms to help you effectively communicate your global skills and experiences to potential …

Contact & Location

Phone
352-392-1601
Address

J. Wayne Reitz Union
Suite 1300
PO Box 118507
Gainesville, FL 32611-8507

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

We are located on Level 1 of the Reitz Union.