Rita Kranidis Global Humanities Scholarship
The Rita Kranidis Global Humanities Scholarship was established as an endowment by Montgomery College faculty members and supporters of the Global Humanities Institute to support students who demonstrate a strong interest in the global humanities. Students who complete Introduction to Global Humanities 101 (GHUM 101) are eligible to apply.
GHUM 101 students engage in an exploration of the complex issues shaping our world today through interdisciplinary perspectives. A deep understanding of global interconnectedness is essential for addressing the challenges facing our societies and communities. The global humanities foster this understanding by centering human experiences and encouraging meaningful engagement with cultural differences and shared values. In GHUM 101, students develop the knowledge, awareness, and critical perspectives needed to participate thoughtfully in an increasingly interconnected world.
A scholarship of $350-$500 will be awarded to a student who completes Introduction to Global Humanities (GHUM 101) either in the fall or spring semester of a given academic year.
To be considered for the scholarship, students must complete the following:
- Complete the Rita Kranidis Global Humanities Scholarship application.
- Secure a letter of recommendation from a GHUM101 professor.
- Submit a recent copy of their MC transcript.
Note: Students should request that the letter of recommendation be sent from their professor directly to Dr. Carla Naranjo, Director of the Global Humanities Institute at: GlobalHumanities@montgomerycollege.edu
It is the student’s responsibility to confirm that a letter has been submitted and that a copy of the transcript is included with the application form.
To access a copy of a transcript, follow these steps. Unofficial transcripts are free.
- Log in to MyMC new window.
- Click the "View Unofficial Transcript" icon under Student Services on your MyMC homepage.
- Click "View Unofficial Transcript."
- Choose your Transcript Level and Transcript Type and click Submit.
Applications are due by 11:59pm on Friday, May 29, 2026. Please note that incomplete applications (missing transcript or letter of recommendation) or late submissions may not be considered.
Interested students will submit a well-constructed essay that consists of two to three paragraphs (approximately 250-325 words). The essay should be double-spaced, using 12 Times New Roman font.
First, share a paragraph about yourself (who you are, what you study, work/life experiences, extracurricular activities or interests, etc.). In addition to the first paragraph, address some of the following areas related to the global humanities in the remainder of the essay:
- What motivates you personally and academically to study global humanities?
- Which specific global issue or theme is of interest to you and why?
- How has your experience in GHUM 101 shaped your academic goals and contributed to the development of specific skills that will support your future career?
- What do you see as the importance of global studies and humanistic approaches that could lead to solving a global issue or conflict?