Franke Global Leadership Initiative

Franke Global Leadership Initiative Cultivating the next generation of leaders who will help solve the world's most pressing problems

The Franke Global Leadership Initiative (GLI) at the University of Montana creates an opportunity for students to ask some of the most pressing questions of the 21st century while gaining the skills necessary to find the answers. GLI is a four-year program, open to all areas of academic study, where Fellows will engage in innovative seminars, tailored discussions on the Presidential Lectures and one-on-one contact with inspiring leaders. Fellows will participate in the University of Montana’s expansive selection of out-of-the-classroom learning experiences, while also gaining access to potential funding sources to help offset costs incurred from those experiences. The program will culminate in a capstone project, allowing Fellows to apply the knowledge they have acquired over the course of their studies.

We spiced things up! 🌶️🐻Last week, GLI students teamed up with Volunteer UM to prepare 272 individual pantry-ready spice...
10/05/2026

We spiced things up! 🌶️🐻

Last week, GLI students teamed up with Volunteer UM to prepare 272 individual pantry-ready spice packets, totaling 27.6 pounds of spices! These packets will help bring a little extra flavor to meals while supporting members of our community.

Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make this event a success!

📍Slovenia Archives
10/05/2026

📍Slovenia Archives

Calling all 2027–2028 GLI students participating in a capstone project …The Capstone Formation Discussions are happening...
10/01/2026

Calling all 2027–2028 GLI students participating in a capstone project …

The Capstone Formation Discussions are happening now, so make sure to join the conversation and start connecting with your future capstone group!

📚💭📍Discussions on Canvas: September 27–October 18
📚💭📍Zoom Brainstorming Sessions: October 19–20

This is your chance to start sharing ideas, finding common interests, and getting your capstone project underway.

Be sure to check Canvas for more information.

You’re invited to UM’s Global Homecoming Reception! 🌎✨🎉Join UM’s international programs for an evening celebrating the m...
09/29/2026

You’re invited to UM’s Global Homecoming Reception! 🌎✨🎉

Join UM’s international programs for an evening celebrating the many cultures and global connections that make our campus community special! Enjoy light refreshments, connect with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests, and celebrate UM’s global community.

Current UM students are especially encouraged to join us — all students are welcome, and current students will receive a special goodies bag!

📍Friday, October 2
📍4:00–5:30 PM
📍 Mansfield Library, 4th Floor

We can’t wait to see you there!

A look back on our first GLI Leadership Retreat of the year! Students spent the day learning more about their leadership...
09/24/2026

A look back on our first GLI Leadership Retreat of the year!

Students spent the day learning more about their leadership styles, connecting with one another, and putting leadership skills into practice.

Thank you to Shannon Stober for leading us through a day of learning, reflection, and collaboration!

📌🐻Reminder: There’s another Leadership Retreat coming up on October 10, and we can’t wait to see you there!

There’s no one way to experience the GLI! Whether you’re just getting started or already finding your place in the progr...
09/23/2026

There’s no one way to experience the GLI!

Whether you’re just getting started or already finding your place in the program, there are so many ways to make your GLI experience your own.

Where will it take you? 🌎🐻

📍BTC Archives
09/18/2026

📍BTC Archives

Happy Friday GLI! 🌎Just a reminder that Capstone Leadership Workshops are happening next week - sign up now before it’s ...
09/18/2026

Happy Friday GLI! 🌎

Just a reminder that Capstone Leadership Workshops are happening next week - sign up now before it’s too late!

Capstone Leadership Workshops are an opportunity for current capstone students to refresh what you learned during the last leadership retreat and get you engaged with these tools ahead of your Capstone year.

Be sure to sign up for a leadership workshop if you are a student in the final year of the program and planning to complete your Capstone this year.

*Participating in a workshop is required!
*Check the GLI Weekly for the link and more info!

Save the following workshop dates:

🐻Wednesday, September 23: Leadership Retreat Refresher
🐻Thursday, September 24: Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Capstone Project

Meet Delaney, our new GLI Social Media Intern!✨🐻Delaney is a senior this fall studying Criminology and is a member of th...
09/18/2026

Meet Delaney, our new GLI Social Media Intern!✨🐻

Delaney is a senior this fall studying Criminology and is a member of the Davidson Honors College. She is also pursuing certificates in The Franke Global Leadership Initiative, Pre-Law, and Politics, Philosophy & Law. After previously serving as GLI’s Summer Social Media Intern in 2025, she’s excited to be back creating content and sharing all things GLI!

This past spring, Delaney spent six months studying abroad in Malta as part of her GLI Beyond the Classroom experience. Her global theme is Inequality and Human Rights, and she is now beginning her GLI Capstone project!

Outside of creating social media content, Delaney is also a GLI Advocate, so if you ever want to chat about GLI, study abroad, school, or just have a question, reach out! She’s excited to get creative, connect with students, and share everything GLI has to offer this year.

📍Italy archives
09/15/2026

📍Italy archives

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