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Global Media & Communication Seminar

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Sponsored by the School of Communication , the Global Media & Communications Seminar ( GMCS ) features a combination of lectures and employer site visits that allow students to develop an understanding of and gain exposure to the global media and communications industries.

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Closes in 8 days, 26 October 2026

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  • Which collegeGlobal Media & Communication Seminar - Northwestern University-Student Enrichment Services Scholarships
  • Who can applySponsored by the School of Communication , the Global Media & Communications Seminar ( GMCS ) features a combination of lectures and employer site visits that allow students to develop an understanding of and gain exposure to the global media and communications industries. This program allows students to engage with prominent industry professionals in the field as well as faculty in the classroom, all while exploring and touring the city of London. This program is open to School of Communication undergraduate majors who are sophomores, juniors, or seniors only.
  • Who can applyGMCS consists of two separate but connected parts: the seminar class (taught in Evanston) and the seminar trip (conducted in London). Students will first learn about the Global Media & Communications industries in the classroom. Upon completion of the class, students travel alongside faculty and staff to London where they engage first-hand with the country, culture, and industries they studied. Students accepted into this program will be enrolled in and must complete the one credit Global Media & Communications Seminar course CMN 350-0 during the Winter 2027 quarter.
  • Who can applyThe trip portion of the seminar is scheduled to take place in London over NU's spring break. All participants must be available to travel from March 19 - 26, 2027 The School of Communication will cover: Hotel (shared room) Ground transportation while in London GeoBlue : Northwestern's international medical assistance and insurance (mandated by NU) One meal daily, plus 1-2 additional meals based on schedule of events Costs associated with class required enrichment activities (i.e.
  • Who can applytheatre tickets, admission to museums, etc.) Roundtrip airfare Ground transportation to/from airport in Illinois and London. Participating students will be responsible for their own meals, relevant visa/passport fees (as applicable) and discretionary spending money if they are selected to participate. Please use this form to indicate if you would like to be considered for additional financial assistance from the School of Communication to support your participation in this opportunity. Please note: submission of this form does not guarantee financial assistance.
  • Who can applyFor questions or concerns: Kate Holst Test Associate Director | EPICS , School of Communication E: Kate.test@northwestern.edu
  • Who can applyScopes Academic , School of Communication

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Global Media & Communication SeminarRead on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
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Northwestern University-Student Enrichment Services ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
What it provides
Sponsored by the School of Communication , the Global Media & Communications Seminar ( GMCS ) features a combination of lectures and employer site visits that allow students to develop an understanding of and gain exposure to the global media and communications industries. This program allows students to engage with prominent industry professionals in the field as well as faculty in the classroom, all while exploring and touring the city of London. This program is open to School of Communication undergraduate majors who are sophomores, juniors, or seniors only. GMCS consists of two separate but connected parts: the seminar class (taught in Evanston) and the seminar trip (conducted in London). Students will first learn about the Global Media & Communications industries in the classroom. Upon completion of the class, students travel alongside faculty and staff to London where they engage first-hand with the country, culture, and industries they studied. Students accepted into this program will be enrolled in and must complete the one credit Global Media & Communications Seminar course CMN 350-0 during the Winter 2027 quarter. The trip portion of the seminar is scheduled to take place in London over NU's spring break. All participants must be available to travel from March 19 - 26, 2027 The School of Communication will cover: Hotel (shared room) Ground transportation while in London GeoBlue : Northwestern's international medical assistance and insurance (mandated by NU) One meal daily, plus 1-2 additional meals based on schedule of events Costs associated with class required enrichment activities (i.e. theatre tickets, admission to museums, etc.) Roundtrip airfare Ground transportation to/from airport in Illinois and London. Participating students will be responsible for their own meals, relevant visa/passport fees (as applicable) and discretionary spending money if they are selected to participate. Please use this form to indicate if you would like to be considered foRead on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Amount
Award VariesRead on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Deadline
Deadline 10/26/2026Read on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Which college
Global Media & Communication Seminar - Northwestern University-Student Enrichment Services ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Who can apply
Sponsored by the School of Communication , the Global Media & Communications Seminar ( GMCS ) features a combination of lectures and employer site visits that allow students to develop an understanding of and gain exposure to the global media and communications industries. This program allows students to engage with prominent industry professionals in the field as well as faculty in the classroom, all while exploring and touring the city of London. This program is open to School of Communication undergraduate majors who are sophomores, juniors, or seniors only.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Who can apply
GMCS consists of two separate but connected parts: the seminar class (taught in Evanston) and the seminar trip (conducted in London). Students will first learn about the Global Media & Communications industries in the classroom. Upon completion of the class, students travel alongside faculty and staff to London where they engage first-hand with the country, culture, and industries they studied. Students accepted into this program will be enrolled in and must complete the one credit Global Media & Communications Seminar course CMN 350-0 during the Winter 2027 quarter.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Who can apply
The trip portion of the seminar is scheduled to take place in London over NU's spring break. All participants must be available to travel from March 19 - 26, 2027 The School of Communication will cover: Hotel (shared room) Ground transportation while in London GeoBlue : Northwestern's international medical assistance and insurance (mandated by NU) One meal daily, plus 1-2 additional meals based on schedule of events Costs associated with class required enrichment activities (i.e.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Who can apply
theatre tickets, admission to museums, etc.) Roundtrip airfare Ground transportation to/from airport in Illinois and London. Participating students will be responsible for their own meals, relevant visa/passport fees (as applicable) and discretionary spending money if they are selected to participate. Please use this form to indicate if you would like to be considered for additional financial assistance from the School of Communication to support your participation in this opportunity. Please note: submission of this form does not guarantee financial assistance.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Who can apply
For questions or concerns: Kate Holst Test Associate Director | EPICS , School of Communication E: Kate.test@northwestern.eduRead on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
Who can apply
Scopes Academic , School of CommunicationRead on 2026-10-11 from https://northwestern.academicworks.com/opportunities/2399
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