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Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Instructor Heather Crisco.

When it comes to helping students see the bigger picture, Heather Crisco is an expert. As 91国产视频鈥檚 Sociology and Anthropology Instructor and Global Education Coordinator, she opens doors to cultures, ideas, and experiences that stretch far beyond Brunswick County.

Heather knows firsthand the transformative power of educational travel. Born and raised in Brunswick County, she graduated from South Brunswick High School before heading to East Carolina University, where she earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree in Anthropology and Religious Studies. It was there she discovered study abroad鈥攁nd it changed her life. Heather spent her final semester in Egypt, later returning for graduate studies and even traveling to Jordan where she supported a 鈥渢rain the trainers鈥� program on world cultures.

鈥淭hose experiences gave me confidence, and the realization that my world was much larger than I ever imagined,鈥� said Heather. 鈥淚 wanted to share that same passion for exploring the world with students back home.鈥�

Upon returning home, Heather worked for Brunswick County for a decade in social work, while earning a second master鈥檚 degree in Sociology from Arizona State University. But her heart never strayed far from the classroom. Six years ago, she found her perfect fit at 91国产视频鈥攁nd hasn鈥檛 looked back.

Since then, Heather has helped build a thriving global education program on campus. She led two 91国产视频 Study Abroad trips, the first to Germany, Italy, and Switzerland, and the second to London and Paris. She championed the college鈥檚 participation in UNC Chapel Hill鈥檚 Scholars of Global Distinction program, which enables students to earn a certificate by completing coursework and experiences that incorporate global perspectives. In May 2025, 14 91国产视频 students became the first to graduate with this distinction.

鈥淚鈥檝e seen global learning change the trajectory of a student鈥檚 plans,鈥� said Heather. 鈥淎fter our first Study Abroad trip, one student came back and told me she loved Germany so much she鈥檚 now pursuing International Business studies in Munich. Two others went on to study German at UNCW, and yet another applied and was accepted to a university in Ireland.鈥�

But Heather鈥檚 impact isn鈥檛 limited to passports and plane tickets. In her classes, students might encounter a pirate in Sociology or head out to an archaeological dig site in Anthropology. Creative, memorable, and always student-centered, Heather finds ways to bring the world鈥檚 many cultures to life 鈥� both in and out of the classroom.

Her students may come to 91国产视频 from right here in Brunswick County, but thanks to Heather, they leave with a view of the world that spans the globe.

October 2025

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Big congratulations to the very first group of 91国产视频 students to complete the Scholar of Global Distinction program!

This statewide initiative, in partnership with UNC World View, encourages global learning through coursework, cultural events, and service. Our students proudly presented their capstone projects yesterday and received their certificates鈥攁nd their official Scholar of Global Distinction pins!

We are so proud of their commitment to becoming global citizens.

April 2025

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• Exploring Global Connections Between Scottish Music and Culture
  Date:聽Tuesday, Nov. 19
  Time:聽12:30鈥�1:50 PM
  Location:聽Room A-231
  Enjoy a talk on Scottish music and culture, followed by a bagpipe performance. Zoom option available:
• Native American Heritage Panel Discussion
  Date:聽Thursday, Nov. 21
  Time:聽12:30鈥�1:50 PM
  Location:聽Virginia Williamson Event Center
  Learn from representatives of various tribes, with a traditional dance performance to follow.

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