Global Leaders and Scholars in STEM (GLASS)

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Complex issues that affect humankind — like climate, health, security, and communications — are influencing our lives on an unprecedented global scale. With STEM foundational to all of them, you are on the front lines of literally saving the world.

The Global Leaders and Scholars in STEM (GLASS) program brings together and supports high-achieving undergraduates with the potential for becoming global leaders in innovation, technology, research, and entrepreneurship. Through a variety of programming and resources, the GLASS program empowers students to become the next generation of socially conscious engineering leaders.

Our Global Leaders and Scholars

Valencia Hartono

B.S in Business and Technology Management

Alexander Escobar

B.S. Computer Engineering

Elena Zubillaga Maharg

B.S. in Applied Physics

Erick Aguilera

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

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GLASS scholars focus on the NYU Tandon Areas of Excellence and consider their global impact, exploring how they are related to National Academy of Engineering Grand Challenges and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

As part of their GLASS requirements, students are required to demonstrate mastery in the "5 GLASS Windows": Leadership Development, Global Competency, Academic Excellence, Commitment to Service, and Professional Development. In addition, GLASS students receive $10K annually for expenses related to research projects, academics, and professional development as they pertain to the 5 GLASS Windows.

The Journey to Global Leadership

AT A GLANCE: YEAR ONE

Hone your professional development skills through workshops focused on exploring career pathways, building a professional network, using your time and resources productively, and achieving goals in and out of the classroom
Go abroad to expand your comfort zone and gain a cross-cultural view of the design, ethical, and economic aspects of your selected research area through the classroom and ethnographic fieldwork
Put your learning into practice through research or an internship

AT A GLANCE: YEAR TWO

Build leadership, professional development, and project management skills that equip you to rally others around your cause, collaborate on solutions, and excel in a real-world work environment
Take advantage of experiential learning opportunities through the Global Tech Experience or the Tandon Future Labs Venture Studio
Continue building in-demand skills and hands-on experience through research or an internship

AT A GLANCE: YEAR THREE

Complete your final deliverables for the program
Showcase your experiences in the program through your GLASS portfolio
Share your accomplishments with a wider audience and celebrate all of your hard work!

5 GLASS Windows

GLASS programming and outside opportunities are created to deliver on 5 guiding principles that combine to ensure student success. Throughout the program, you'll take advantage of these opportunities and experiences to gain proficiency in all 5 GLASS windows and to prepare you for your final deliverables.