Global Education Committee


A-B Tech Global Education Logo

The Global Education Committee's focus is to bring awareness of global issues to our campus. The committee seeks to promote relationships with international businesses in the region, build a database of student projects and global resources, encourage foreign language study and international travel, and provide professional development opportunities for faculty and staff to be exposed to global content.

The Global Education Committee meets during the fall and spring semesters. Minutes are available on the Teams Sharepoint Site. All are welcome to attend.

Global Education Committee Members

  • Lindsey Carpenter, Co-chair
  • Kristen Schlaefer Co-chair
  • Kelly McEnany.
  • Phyllis Boone
  • Melanie Parham
  • Stacy Workman
  • Heath Moody
  • Jonathan Ross
  • Megan Triplett
  • Kara Walker
  • Brinda Caldwell
  • Erin Marie Wheeler
  • Sandra Brown
  • Elizabeth Watkin
  • Alikhan Salehi
  • Rebecca Loli
  • Erica Witsell
  • Jay Lively
  • Kimberley Coyne
  • Calyx Kotiw
  • Alikhan Salehi
  • Derek Rhodarmer
  • Kristin D’Agostino

The Global Education Committee's Members & Partners

Worldview:
"A public service of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Our website is intended to provide educators with information about our programs, outreach, and resources focused on 21st Century global education."

Asheville Sister Cities:
"Organized in 1988, Asheville Sister Cities International (ASCI) is an independent 501(c)3, that is a people-oriented community organization affiliated with the city of Asheville and Sister Cities International. In conjunction with local governments, it serves to promote international awareness and maintain good relations with the sister cities linked to Asheville. The Asheville Sister Cities program is open to all individuals and organizations in the Asheville community. Membership in the Sister Cities program promises to be a rewarding and fun experience! Join us for international film festivals, food tasting from around the world, travel opportunities, and a chance to promote peace through global friendship with our partner sister cities."

Center for Diversity Education (UNCA):
"Each year the Center for Diversity Education, through exhibits, roadshows, a lending library, and staff development opportunities, provides direct and indirect programming to over 20,000 students, teachers, and citizens throughout WNC. The Center helps build relationships across differences to create a more inclusive and equitable community. The Center celebrates and teaches diversity in order to foster conversation and respect among cultures."

A-B Tech Diversity & Inclusion Committee:
"It is the philosophy of A-B Tech that diversity activities add cultural richness to our associations, support our College mission, and energize our campuses. The A-B Tech Diversity Committee advocates for a college-wide environment where everyone feels invited and included.

 

Contact us

Contact one of the Coordinators/Co-Chairs of the Global Education Committee if you have any questions or would like to become involved. Lindsey Carpenter lindseymcarpenter@abtech.edu or Kristen Schlaefer kristenkschlaefer@abtech.edu