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Global Mindset Recognition Award
The Global Mindset Recognition Award (GMA) celebrates students and schools that see international education as more than travel.
It recognises curiosity, openness, intercultural understanding and the confidence to grow through new academic and personal experiences.
The recognition is divided into two categories: one for students and one for schools.
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Explore the students and schools recognised through the Global Mindset Recognition Award. Each list is organised by year and reflects the official recognitions granted by Academic Action.
Ahmed T.
Alejandro L.
Alice M.
Amanda M.
Andrea C.
Anniah B.
Camila A.
Camila D.
Cayetana A.
Constanza G.
Daniela V.
Danna S.
Diego M.
Emma A.
Giuliet A.
Ines Q.
Joaquin T.
Joel M.
Joshua B.
Leonor P.
Marcela C.
María P.
Martín L.
Marvin B.
Milena M.
Mohamed K.
Mohamed S.
Mouaied E.
Natalia Z.
Paul T.
Rohy B.
Samy G.
Samuel A.
Sara P.
Skander S.
Valentina H.
Valeria T.
Yamilet D.
Yassine B.
Youssef B.
Camila R.
Camila V.
Camilie N.
Dania P.
Domenica M.
Elena J.
Maité F.
Mary A.
Matías S.
Nicole P.
Samantha L.
Santiago S.
Sebastián S.
Sofía J.
Find clear answers about how the Global Mindset Recognition Award works, who can receive it, and how students and schools are recognised.
Students can receive the award by taking part in an eligible international programme or activity where evidence can be collected against the award criteria. At present, the award is being delivered through the Future Leaders Programme with Aberystwyth University.
The Global Mindset Student Award recognises students who demonstrate openness, curiosity, intercultural understanding, adaptability and personal leadership during an international educational experience.
Students are expected to show that they can engage respectfully with different cultures, learn from new academic and social environments, and reflect on their own personal growth.
No. The Global Mindset Student Award does not carry academic credit and does not count towards a university degree or formal qualification.
However, it can be a valuable form of evidence for a CV, personal statement, university application or future professional profile, as it reflects international experience, intercultural awareness and personal development.
Schools or institutions interested in implementing the recognition can contact Academic Action with a proposed international activity or programme. Academic Action will review whether the activity allows students to demonstrate the required criteria and whether suitable evidence can be collected.
There is no cost to receive the Global Mindset Student Award. The award is granted by Academic Action to students who meet the recognition criteria through an eligible international learning experience.
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