Students complete qualifying experiences in each of the five core program areas of the Grand Challenge Scholars Program.
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UMBC’s Entrepreneurship program focuses on recognizing opportunities, effective communication, and teamwork. Scholars learn to apply entrepreneurial thinking to solve complex social issues through core and personalized learning objectives. |
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This element prepares scholars for global citizenship. Through proficiency in diverse team collaboration and cultural understanding, students develop the openness and awareness necessary to work across international borders. |
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Scholars analyze and synthesize contributions from multiple disciplines to address the Grand Challenges. This area emphasizes creating common ground among diverse perspectives to achieve truly integrated solutions. |
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Rooted in high-level inquiry and ethical conduct, the research component covers disciplinary writing, creativity, and critical thinking. Students engage in rigorous exploration to advance scientific and technical discovery. |
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Built on social responsibility, the service program emphasizes community engagement and civic agency. Scholars combine reflective capacity with personalized objectives that align their service with their professional goals. |
Each student will create and maintain an electronic portfolio that outlines their qualifying experiences in each program area. To graduate as a scholar, students must demonstrate mastery of specific learning objectives by submitting documentation for formal validation.