Go Global
Opening the World for Every Cottey Student
Go Global 2030 is a comprehensive fundraising initiative designed to create permanent, sustainable funding for global learning opportunities at Cottey College. The initiative ensures that transformational experiences — long considered a hallmark of a Cottey education — are accessible to every student for generations to come.
Go Global 2030 will provide lasting and endowed support for:
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The junior-year International Experience, a signature element of a Cottey education
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Faculty-led travel learning opportunities offered during Cottey’s innovative two-week academic terms
Together, these experiences expand students’ perspectives, deepen academic learning, and build confidence that lasts far beyond graduation.
Why Go Global 2030 Matters
Global experiences have long been a defining hallmark of a Cottey education. For many students, these opportunities represent their first time traveling abroad — and for some, even their first time on an airplane. These moments are often life-changing, opening doors to global awareness, leadership development, and personal growth.
Go Global 2030 will ensure that every Cottey student has access to these transformative opportunities, regardless of financial circumstances.
The $10 million initiative is intentionally designed to conclude in 2030, marking the 30th anniversary of the International Experience and celebrating three decades of global learning that have shaped generations of Cottey students.
The Impact of Go Global 2030
• Ensure access to international experiences for all students
• Expand global learning across academic disciplines
• Strengthen recruitment, retention, and student engagement
• Create sustainable funding for transformative programs
• Prepare graduates to lead in an increasingly interconnected world
If you have questions please contact advancement@cottey.edu or 417-667-8181 ext. 2120.