Global Citizens Credential
The Global Citizens Credential (GCC) is an academic credential offered at the University of Houston that recognizes students for activities that build global knowledge and skills. Globally engaged students connect their academic and co-curricular experiences through the program, and they explore how to expand their global competence and global career readiness during their time at UH. The Global Citizens Credential will allow students to enhance their degrees with a set of core competencies that will distinguish them as global citizens including global knowledge, global engagement, and global responsibility. Program graduates are awarded a transcript notation, a certificate from the Provost, and an honor cord for commencement.
The Global Citizens Credential is available to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Complete this form to register and we will be in touch for next steps to join the Global Citizens Credential program.
Upcoming Global Citizens Credential Events
GCC & Peace Corps Prep Information Session
Monday, February 10, 3:30-4:30pm
Hybrid online via Teams & In Person - Teaching Unit 2 Suite 114
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Global After Graduation
Monday, February 17, 3-4pm
Online via Teams
Interested in ways to stay globally engaged or work abroad after graduation? Join us for a conversation on global opportunities as a UH Coog Alumni. Opportunities include global fellowships, Teaching abroad, and volunteer or service abroad.
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GCC Orientation
Attend this group orientation to formally enter the GCC program. We will set goals in connecting your global experiences across campus and beyond, and what you can gain from completing the credential. We'll have pizza and refreshments!
In Person only - Teaching Unit 2 Suite 114
Thursday, February 20, 5-6pm
Monday, February 24, 12-1pm
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Watch the video to learn more about the program and how to earn points
GCC Eligibility
The Global Citizens Credential is open to any UH undergraduate student in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.00 or above.
The Graduate Global Citizens Credential is available to all graduate and professional students at UH. Visit the GGCC site for more details.
Steps to Complete
Register for the GCC Program:
Complete this form to Register
To j oin the GCC Listserv, email Uhglobal@uh.edu
Earn 10 Points in any of the Five Categories:
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Download the GCC Point Worksheet to Calculate Your Points Here
Submit a Verification of Completion Form and Required Documentation
After completing 10 points, students must submit the form below to register points:
Verification of Completion Form
Then email any supporting documentation to uhglobal@uh.edu
Please refer to each category in Step 2 for more information on what documentation is required.
Attend a Capstone Symposium
You can register for a Capstone during your senior year and after earning 10 points. UH Global will offer a few Capstones each semester with the last one about a month before graduation.
Sign up for a Capstone Symposium Here
- Reflect upon global learning experiences
- Listen and learn from your peers
- Discuss cultural theories
- Explore ways to engage and become a more active global citizen
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Advising Support Available
Students may schedule an advising appointment by emailing us or scheduling via Navigate (under Support Services and UHGlobal).
For questions, please contact us at uhglobal@uh.edu.
Awards
GCC graduates receive:
- 'Global Citizens Credential' Transcript Notation
- Signed Certificate
- Honor Cord for Graduation
Graduates will be invited to a certificate ceremony to celebrate their accomplishments.
Students who complete the GCC will have a $25 'Graduation Application Fee' placed on their account by the Registrar to cover the processing of the transcript and certificate.