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Franklin County commissioners spotlight Global Scholars program; students describe leadership lessons

Franklin County Board of Commissioners · February 18, 2025
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The Board of Commissioners heard students and staff from the Columbus Council on World Affairs describe the Global Scholars Diploma program’s impact on 1,300 regional students and lauded its focus on cultural awareness and civic leadership.

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 18 recognized National Youth Leadership Month and heard remarks from the Columbus Council on World Affairs about its Global Scholars Diploma program, which staff said serves about 1,300 students across roughly 20 school districts.

Patrick Terry, who identified himself with the Columbus Council on World Affairs, told commissioners the three‑year program gives students “tools and confidence to…

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