The GESC is a comprehensive program of study based on the four learning pillars of the Alvord Center Engaged Citizenship Matrix: Seek Knowledge, Enhance Understanding, Develop Skills, and Take Action.
Kayla Anderson
Bloomfield, CT
Capstone Title: Innovation in Education: An AI Persona’s Approach to Place-Based Learning
"My perspective on what the definition of environmental sustainability and stewardship has bloomed after these experiences because I was able to spread my knowledge with my peers and absorb the knowledge from the people around me."
Luke Daugherty
Washington, DC
Capstone Title: Foreign Policy Coursework for CL Social Science Seminar: The U.S. Presidential Election
"My development into a more global and environmental scholar this year played an instrumental part in my academics and extracurriculars that I truly have this program to thank for."
Michael Hoffman
Windsor, CT
Group Capstone: Alvord, an AI-Powerd Place-based Learning Curriculum Aide
"I've had the opportunity to experience other cultures, meet new people and make strong friendships, and in courses like CL environmental science, as well as the GESC seminars, I've come to better understand our impact on the environment as a community, as well as my own personal footprint."
Lily Magliacano
New Canaan, CT
Capstone Title: Loomis Chaffee AI Persona
"The GESC program helped me grow as a global and environmental scholar, as I gained knowledge about the world around me by attending lectures and events exploring local community dynamics, environmental challenges, and global issues."
Annie Shactman
Group Capstone: Loomis Chaffee Community Dorm Snack Project
"It was important for me to embrace the GESC program and the global perspectives it offers while also grounding those differences in our shared environment, so that when I leave Loomis Chaffee and want to create positive change, I can have a better understanding of how to seek knowledge, enhance understanding, take action, and develop skills."