Global Leadership & Connections Program

Global Leadership Program Spring 2025 Session 3 Group Picture

Global Leadership & Connection

Global Leadership & Connections (GLC) is the Robertson Center's signature leadership development program designed for residents and students across the International House network.  GLC develops globally minded leaders by strengthening cultural intelligence, intercultural communication, self-awareness, and the ability to build meaningful relationships across differences. Through 3 immersive workshops, personalized assessments, reflection, mentorship, and experiential learning, participants gain practical leadership skills that can be applied in their academic, professional, and community lives. 

Program Highlights

  • Build Intercultural Leadership Skills through hands-on learning in cultural intelligence, cross-cultural communication, inclusive leadership, and global collaboration.
  • Gain Personalized Insights with two Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Assessments and a GlobeSmart Profile to strengthen self-awareness and effectiveness across cultures.
  • Expand Your Global Network by connecting with a diverse cohort of International House residents, board members, mentors, and leaders.

  • Practice Leadership Through Experience with interactive activities, reflection, coaching, and real-world application within the International House community.

  • Create a Personal Leadership Action Plan to support your continued growth as an inclusive and globally minded leader.

Global Leadership Program Logo

Logo created by Suvi Valtonen Kim, Marketing and Communication Lead

Global Leadership Program is a new initiative brought to you by Robertson Resident Life and Intercultural Development Office.

Resources

Cultural Intelligence Center

Global Leadership Program 2025 I-House Berkeley

Eligibility

Participants in the Global Leadership and Connections Program must be current I-House Berkeley Residents in good overall standing. 

Timeline 

Fall Application

  • Application: August 26 - September 25, 2026
  • Acceptance confirmation: October 2, 2026

Fall Weekend Session Dates

  • October 17, 2026
  • November 14, 2026
  • December 5, 2026

Cultural Intelligence Center: https://culturalq.com/about-cultural-intelligence

How to apply

To apply for the Global Leadership Program, please complete the following application form:

Fall 2026: Application opens August 26, 2026

For any questions or further information, please contact the rio@ihousebereley.org team.

We look forward to your application and the possibility of welcoming you to the Global Leadership Program at International House!

The program challenged my thinking about how global leadership can be most effective in promoting positive change for a more peaceful world. I will carry the cultural intelligence and professional skills I developed, particularly in collaboration, management, and public speaking, into my future career, where I aspire to address international affairs.
Ella Macallair, GLP 2024