Students in the Albany Early College at Albany State University are being told the world is their textbook.
ALBANY, GA -- Growing up in Albany, it's hard to imagine life in another country. But that's what this week is all about for students in the Albany Early College.
“We're like, paying tribute to the countries and we're acknowledging them. Yes it's very important so everyone can be well rounded!” says 9th grader Dionte Williams.
“It's important because you have to know where you're going and what you're going to do in life and if you're going to travel, it's very important because you have to know each language,” adds 10th grader Kierston Bolston.
Mayor Willie Adams proclaimed this week International Education week and then students heard from the Chinese consulate from Houston, who not only told students about China, but showed them all facets of life there. Dr. Nora Osakwe is Director of Global Programs.
“21st century education is not complete without global education, getting the students to know what the outside world is all about, getting to acquire intercultural competence, global competence,” says Dr. Osakwe.
The events weren't just to create awareness about other countries, but to also make the students realize they will be competing on a global scale for jobs. Dr. Osakwe can speak firsthand about that, having moved here from Nigeria.
“If you acquire the right skills while you're in school, then of course you are competent enough to move just like I moved to U.S. and get a job.”
Proving that the world is truly a global village.
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