About

Belmont Global is positioned to serve the University’s vision by integrating global programs and uniting partnerships and initiatives into a cohesive strategy aligned with our SOUL framework and our Aspirational Aim.

Belmont Global serves as the University’s integrator and accelerator for worldwide teaching, research and service, turning our Christ-centered mission into measurable global impact.

Belmont Global aims to create a Belmont where global engagement is not an addition to the student experience, but a defining feature of it. We desire every student to have the opportunity to encounter the world in ways that deepen wisdom, expand compassion, strengthen purpose and increase resiliency.

Strategic Priorities

Scale and elevate Belmont’s global impact
Serve as a global hub for international impact and innovation
Broaden access to transformational global reach and engaged learning
Welcome and empower international students and scholars

Areas of Responsibility

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Belmont Global Honors

Engages high-achieving, globally focused students in an interdisciplinary honors experience emphasizing global challenges, leadership development, research and cross-cultural understanding.

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Belmont Global Missions

Facilitates faith-informed global service and mission experiences that promote ethical engagement, community partnership and transformative learning grounded in cultural humility and mutual respect.

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Belmont Global Leadership Studies

Equips students to lead with wisdom, cultural humility and Christ-centered purpose — empowering them to influence diverse communities and advance the common good in an interconnected world.

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Belmont Educational Innovation

Cultivates entrepreneurial thinking and creative problem-solving through global innovation initiatives that connect students and faculty with international industry, cultural and nonprofit partners.

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Belmont Study Abroad

Provides students with immersive international learning opportunities through semester, summer, short-term and faculty-led programs that integrate academic rigor with cultural exploration.

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Belmont Global Health Innovation

Advances cross-disciplinary collaboration and applied research addressing complex global health and societal challenges through innovation labs, partnerships and experiential learning opportunities.

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Belmont International Student & Scholar Services

Supports international students, visiting scholars and globally mobile Belmont students through advising, orientation, immigration support, educational opportunities and intercultural programming that fosters a welcoming, inclusive campus community.

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Lumos Scholars

The Lumos Travel Award empowers Belmont students and young alumni to step boldly into the world, designing immersive, purpose-driven global experiences that cultivate calling, deepen cultural understanding and create meaningful impact.

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Belmont USA

Belmont USA strengthens the university’s commitment to fostering understanding, belonging, and engagement across the diverse cultures, communities and perspectives that shape the United States. Through educational programs, community partnerships, cultural experiences and opportunities for dialogue and service, Belmont USA helps students develop cultural humility, civic responsibility and a deeper appreciation for the people and stories that make up the American experience.

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Global Engagement

Belmont Global Engagement prepares students to thrive in an interconnected world by fostering cross-cultural learning, global understanding, and meaningful international experiences. Through the creation of educational programs in cultural humility, interactions with global credentialing systems, and media coverage that highlights Belmont’s worldwide initiatives and partnerships, Belmont Global creates opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to engage with diverse perspectives and expand their global awareness.

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Global Partnerships

Belmont Global Partnerships advances Belmont University’s mission by cultivating meaningful relationships with universities, organizations, and communities around the world. Through collaborative teaching, research, service, study abroad, virtual exchange, and innovation initiatives, these partnerships create transformative opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to engage across cultures and address global challenges.

Key Initiatives

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Global Travel Support

Belmont Global provides comprehensive, Christ-centered support to ensure students, faculty and staff are prepared, protected and empowered for meaningful global experiences. From pre-departure training that builds cultural humility and readiness, to coordinated health services, international insurance coverage and a centralized travel registry that enhances safety and communication, Belmont Global prioritizes the well-being of every traveler.

Travel Registry

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Belmont Global Fellows

The Belmont Global Fellow designation recognizes international collaborators and partners who make sustained and meaningful contributions to Belmont’s global mission. The designation may also be granted in addition to Affiliate Faculty status, acknowledging individuals who contribute through teaching, research, service or practice.

Meet our Global Fellows

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Belmont Global Academic Council

The Belmont Global Academic Council serves as a strategic bridge connecting Belmont Global with each of the university’s colleges, aligning global engagement with academic priorities and the institution’s Christ-centered mission. Council members share insights, elevate global initiatives and identify new opportunities for cross-cultural learning, research and partnership.

Meet the Academic Council