Developing Global Perspectives Workshop

The Developing Global Perspectives workshop is based on a nationally recognized program and aims to provide a more welcoming environment for UNT's international community of students, faculty, staff, and visiting scholars. By using an international intercultural communication framework, this workshop provides UNT participants with enhanced intercultural awareness and competence within an international context.

2023 Workshop Dates

October 20, 2023 | 9-11 am | Marquis Hall, 130 CANCELLED

November 3, 2023 | 9-11 am | Marquis Hall, 130 CANCELLED

Faculty Associates for the Developing Global Perspectives Workshop

The Faculty Associates for the Developing Global Perspectives Workshop are responsible for developing workshop curriculum, serving as workshop instructors, and promoting the workshopt to the campus community.

Brian Lain, PhD
Professor & Director of Debate
Department of Communication Studies
College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences 

Rachita Sharma, PhD
Chair, Clinical Assistant Professor & UNTWell Clinic Director
Department of Rehabilitation & Health Services
College of Health & Public Service

Developing Global Perspectives Workshop Instructors

  • Dr. Brian Lain, Professor and Director of Debate, Department of Communication Studies, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and UNT Faculty Associate for the Community of Respect
  • Dr. Rachita Sharma, Chair, Clinical Assistant Professor & UNTWell Clinic Director, Department of Rehabilitation & Health Services, College of Health & Public Service and UNT Faculty Associate for the Community of Respect
  • Dr. Amanda Bennett, Director of Global Partnerships & Engagement, International Affairs
  • Amy Shenberger, Director of Study Abroad, International Affairs

Please direct any questions to Dr. Amanda Bennett.