The GLA Experience
"I truly respected the speakers, especially those who spoke with passion. Something lies within the voice of a person that conveys a message of the heart, something true and sincere and hopeful. These things awake a passion within me."
—Masana M., Potchefstroom High School, South AfricaLearning
Learn this summer. And have fun while doing it.
At GLA, we believe that soaking up the richness of a country’s history and living its culture the most fulfilling way to travel abroad. This is why it’s ingrained in every aspect of our programs. Learning about a country with GLA is fun, interactive, challenging and meaningful.
How You Will Learn
You’ll share thoughts, engage in discussions with peers, question local experts, and understand timely issues. Seminars focused on the respective country’s history, culture and language are informative and thought-provoking.
In addition to classroom seminars, students also meet inspiring community leaders, social entrepreneurs, artists, journalists and politicians who each give their own perspective on a variety of profound topics.
Learn more about our Curriculum.
Examples of Former Speakers
- President Oscar Arias: current President of Costa Rica and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in brokering peace in Central America
- Archbishop Desmond Tutu – Nobel Peace Prize winner, anti-apartheid leader, and leader of South Africa’s successful Truth and Reconciliation Commission
- Senator Patricia Saboya - The Brazilian senator and advisor to UNICEF, known for her work in defense of children's rights
"The speakers were also extremely inspiring – I can’t even describe how amazing it was to have the opportunity to hear from people who actually lived through Apartheid and to hear their opinions and views and hopes for the future."
—Ashley, Castilleja School, USA
