GLBL 110. Introduction to Global Studies. 3 Credits.

An interdisciplinary course which introduces students to a variety of global topics, concepts, and perspectives.

GLBL 311. Global to Personal Wellbeing. 3 Credits.

This course will take a sociological approach to understand how people use and act within their environment, in both nature and urban settings and how this impacts their own wellness practices. Students will learn how to incorporate wellbeing practices into their academic, personal, and professional lives. Global experience will be a required component of this course.

GLBL 330. Globalization and the Digital Age. 3 Credits.

This course will explore how new tools and capabilities in the digital revolution have impacted all aspects of global society. The course will focus on the causes and impacts of the digital divide, the effects of digital culture on the individual and society, as well as the ways in which institutions and global systems are operating and transforming in this era. It will examine both the challenges and opportunities presented in education, labor, security, and safety. Additionally, it will look at the psychological, socio-cultural, and environmental impact of digital life and social media globally.

GLBL 379. Faculty-Led Study Abroad. 1-6 Credits.

NDSU instructed experience or field study in a foreign country. Conducted in English for NDSU residence credit. Requires Global Programs and Services and major departmental approval. May be repeated for credit.

GLBL 394. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.

Direct study allowing an individual student under faculty supervision to undertake selected, independent work in topics of special interest. Requires departmental approval.

GLBL 396. Field Experience/Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

Field Experience is a structured, hands-on learning opportunity outside the classroom where students apply academic concepts and develop professional skills in a real-work setting. Experiences involve observations, assisting with tasks, and leading activities that allow students to gain practical knowledge, refine skills, and reflect on their learning in the context of their field. Requires department approval. Practicum is a supervised, practical experience during a course of study where students apply academic learning to real-world situations, under the guidance of professionals, to gain hands-on skills and professional knowledge. Experiences provide a bridge from theory to practice in short-term settings. Requires department approval. Internship is designed to provide practical participation under professional supervision in selected situations to gain experience in the application of concepts, principles and theories related to the students' area of specialization. Requires department approval. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

GLBL 397. Cooperative Education. 1-4 Credits.

Practical application of classroom learning through employment in supervised career-related positions. Students are granted full-time student status by the University regardless of the actual credit hours. Requires departmental approval and Co-op Program application. Graduate course 897 is not eligible for graduate tuition waiver. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

GLBL 401. Life and Politics of US-Mexico Borderlands. 3 Credits.

This course is designed to help students access a greater understanding of the political and cultural realities of the US-Mexico Borderlands through academic texts, literature, pop culture, and history. This is a reading intensive course.

GLBL 411. Global Learning. 1 Credit.

Development of independent thought and action, identity and values, and intercultural awareness and skills as a global citizen in conjunction with a Global Practicum, international internship, or other abroad program. May be repeated for credit. Prereq or coreq: Prior approval by International Student and Study Abroad Services.

GLBL 492. Study Abroad/Student Exchange. 1-15 Credits.

Pre-arranged study at accredited foreign institutions (study abroad) or domestic institutions (National Student Exchange). Requires Global Programs and Services and major departmental approval. May be repeated for credit. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

GLBL 692. Study Abroad/Student Exchange. 1-15 Credits.

Pre-arranged study at accredited foreign institutions (study abroad) or domestic institutions (National Student Exchange). Requires Global Programs and Services and major departmental approval. May be repeated for credit. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

GLBL 793. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.

Direct study allowing an individual student under faculty supervision to undertake selected, independent work in topics of special interest. Requires departmental approval.