The Global Monarch Club (GMC) connects globally and engages locally to create an inclusive community. The mission is to promote diversity and enhance intercultural understanding amongst the ODU community through a global mentorship program.
- Provide opportunities for intercultural learning and engagement from a global perspective
- Enhance students' well-being, development, sense of belonging, and success through a mentorship program
- Support international students in their transition to the academic environment at ODU
- Strengthen faculty and staff connection with international and domestic students
- Interact, network, and establish meaningful friendships with fellow ODU members from around the world
- Broaden and enhance intercultural understanding from a global perspective
- Contribute to building an inclusive community at ODU
- Strengthen your resume and experience as a global citizen for today's global market
The Global Monarch Club (GMC) connects globally and engages locally to create an inclusive community. The mission is to promote diversity and enhance intercultural understanding amongst the ODU community through a global mentorship program.
- Provide opportunities for intercultural learning and engagement from a global perspective
- Enhance students' well-being, development, sense of belonging, and success through a mentorship program
- Support international students in their transition to the academic environment at ODU
- Strengthen faculty and staff connection with international and domestic students
- Interact, network, and establish meaningful friendships with fellow ODU members from around the world
- Broaden and enhance intercultural understanding from a global perspective
- Contribute to building an inclusive community at ODU
- Strengthen your resume and experience as a global citizen for today's global market
Perspectives: GMC Mentee
Hear from our Global Monarch Mentees about their experience and what they love about GMC Club.
Perspectives: GMC Mentors
Hear from Global Monarch Club Mentors on why they participate in the program and advice they have for international students.
Faculty/ Staff
Students
- Country of Origin: China
- Program of Study: Doctorate in Higher Education
"I am always passionate about the internationalization of higher education and building a welcoming and supportive environment for both international and domestic students."
- Country of Origin: United States (Texas)
- Program of Study: Master in Parks and Recreation & Applied Linguistics
"I love to write, read and create. I enjoy assisting other students with any need and especially being a shoulder to cry on or an ear for listening."
- Country of Origin: Mexico
- Program of Study: Doctorate in Oceanography
"One of the main reasons for me to study abroad was to learn more about other cultures. Now, I want to use my experience to help other students navigate this cultural and academic adventure."
- Country of Origin: Italy
- Program of Study: Master in Business Administration
"As an international student, I have experienced the struggle of getting involved in a new community with different habits and cultural backgrounds. I'm happy to be a GMC Mentor because I can help new students like me with their transition in the USA and to create the best memories at Old Dominion University."
- Country of Origin: Sri Lanka
- Program of Study: Doctorate in Computational and Applied Mathematics (Statistics Concentration)
"I love to embrace different cultures through connecting with others, experience what it's like to be a part of a community other than mine and create great memories. I want to contribute my time and efforts to build a supportive environment for local and international students."
- Country of Origin: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Program of Study: Master in Engineering Managment
"My goal is to help international students be more engaged in campus life, Also American students to be more aware of the international community at Old Dominion University."
- Country of Origin: Philippines
- Program of Study:Doctorate in Ecological Sciences
"I am an avid traveler who loves the outdoors, food & culture. Being a GMC mentor has allowed me to learn about other cultures & share my Filipino heritage & culture through connecting with Monarchs and the greater Hampton Roads community."
- Country of Origin: United States (Washington)
- Program of Study: B.S. Psychology, Minors in Children's Rights
" My goal as a mentor is to mutually learn about another's culture while also expanding my perspective"
- Country of Origin: Leesburg, Virginia.
- Program of Study: Criminal Justice and Sociology.
"I joined GMC to meet new people and experience more cultures."
- Country of Origin: United States
- Program of Study: Master in Public Administration & Policy
"I'm excited to be a part of GMC because although I'm from the US, I've lived abroad, and I love to travel and learn new things about other cultures."
- Country of Origin: Pakistan
- Program of Study: Criminal Justice and Sociology
" I am excited to help foreign students navigate their way throughout the college experience in the United States and the States in general."
- Country of Origin: Quebec, Canada
- Program of Study: Master in Business Administration
"I am passionate about other cultures, languages, and ways of living. I eardrop people everywhere when they speak other languages because it fascinates me. I enjoy sports such as running and biking, reading, and learning new things. I love to help whenever I can, and whoever I can, and my "door" is always open!"
- Country of Origin: India
- Program of Study: Master's of Science in Mechanical Engineering
"GMC has proven to be a very diverse part of my university experience. I've met people from across the world and learnt about so many things which is why I wish to continue this diverse learning and growing experience!"
- Country of Origin: Mongolia
- Program of Study: Master in Instructional Design and Technology
"I believe GMC is the perfect place to become an authentic global citizen and contribute to creating this environment."
- Country of Origin: USA
- Program of Study: PHD in International Studies
"I'm a Graduate Assistant for the department of Asian Studies, and love to learn about different cultures around the world. Being a mentor gives an opportunity to make new friendships, and see the world from many different perspectives."
- Country of Origin: Italy
- Program of Study: Master in International Studies
"I am super excited to start my mentoring journey with GMC to help new international students love ODU as much as I do. I look forward to making new friends and to build a network of people willing to help each other no matter what."