Yale Young Global Scholars

Sarp Ufuk Nalbantoglu

The lecture by Professor Benedito Machava on the European colonization of Africa stuck with me the most. The extent of the effects historical factors had and continue to have on African politics, in general, made me relate the two social disciplines of history and politics closer together.

Around the end of July, Turkey experienced one of the most destructive forest fire seasons in its history. Ravaging almost the entirety of Southern Turkey’s forests, these fires were critically damaging the communities of the region and its wildlife.

Rachelle Armstrong

I realized that YYGS’ ability to challenge students is exactly what makes it a truly worthwhile experience. YYGS pushed me to attempt questions to which the answers have yet to be discovered, and exposed me to ideologies, philosophies and events unfamiliar to most. Family Time, the Simulation and my work on the media team as a humansofyygs content creator especially allowed me to meet some of the most impressive, potential-filled persons I am now proud to call friends.

Yasaman Beiki

YYGS 2021 was the most memorable online experience ever. It was the most interactive, social, including, diverse and educative online program I have ever attended in my life.

Alia Marrero-AlAttar

YYGS made my summer. I not only expanded my varied interests, from music and theater to philosophy and poetry, but also grew as a person and a student. The diversity of students at YYGS allowed for this meaningful and memorable experience as I listened to the natural words and flow of the poetry, truly immersing myself in the culture.

Danielle Poku

My favorite lecture was taught by Professor Odd Arne Westad where he educated us on the development of China as a global superpower from the Xing Dynasty all the way to our current epoque. I admired his detailed explanation and his ability to merge history and economics to produce a main point as well as his drawn connections.

Myla Somersall

YYGS provided the space needed to develop lifelong connections and strengthen my analytic skills. Although virtual, my instructors and this experience provided me with the tools needed to take ownership of my personal learning experiences and view academic material in a new light.

Aleena Gul

YYGS was an enlightening experience where I felt connected to a vibrant community of talented members that values diverse voices. It motivated me to utilize the global ideas I learned and apply them in my own community.

Connecting with insightful students from around the world allowed me to gain diverse perspectives on social issues, including misinformation during the pandemic. As part of a simulation project, our team created a media literacy database to provide individuals with resources for factual information on COVID-19.

Yoojeong Lee

As a person who lived her whole life only in South Korea for seventeen years, I did not have an opportunity to dive into the international community and communicate with people from more than 150 different countries. Meeting people from so many different backgrounds and cultures unlocked my view and allowed me to experience going to college abroad indirectly.

Changkun Shen

In the beginning, I was worried about whether my points are good enough or not. However, my family members always respond to me respectfully and supportively, which boosted my confidence in public speaking. YYGS has taught me that great ideas are not born by a single genius; they are crystals of many individuals’ collective wisdom.

Abigail Thomas

Walking away from the program was overwhelming in many ways. I felt stuffed with invaluable advice, resources, support, and most importantly with a community. A group of peers who I knew would be there as we ventured into the next stages of life. Whether that meant finding post secondary education or looking for more opportunities to better ourselves. I believe we all learned how to connect.