Global Community Program

Weekly Programs
The Global Community floor in Ruston Hall is open to American freshmen and international students interested in living in a unique living/learning environment. Residents will learn more about the world through the exploration of cultures and global issues and by interacting with one another on a daily basis.

The Global Community Program is sponsored by the Office of International Programs and Services in cooperation with the Office of Residence Life. A resident assistant lives on the floor, and several USI staff members work closely with the program.

The Program
Programs include country, culture and activity nights, along with international fun nights, when residents are given the chance to plan and organize a program of their choosing for everyone to enjoy. The majority of these programs are open to the entire USI community, although special community-building programs are offered exclusively to members of the floor. The floor also sponsors trips occasionally that allow students to bond, participate in fun and educational events, and see more of the Midwest.

The Global Community allows friendships to develop across all cultures along with respect and appreciation for the world at large, while celebrating our colorful diversity. For more information, contact:


Program Coordinator
812/465-1248