The Bush Center

Global Leadership Initiative

A World of Perspective

Our world is more connected than ever, giving students access to information about countries, cultures, and global events at the touch of a screen. But there is a difference between learning about the world and experiencing it firsthand. Meeting people, hearing their stories, and engaging with different perspectives offer lessons that reach far beyond the classroom.

Through the Global Leadership Initiative (GLI) at The George & Barbara Bush Center for Scholars and Leaders at Houston Christian High School, students explore the world through meaningful conversations, cultural experiences, international collaboration, and travel. These opportunities encourage students to think critically about global issues, appreciate different perspectives, and grow as informed, thoughtful leaders.

Each of the following student experiences offers a broader view of the world and a greater appreciation for the people who shape it. By engaging with different cultures, considering perspectives beyond their own, and building relationships across borders, students develop the understanding and skills to lead with curiosity, humility, and purpose.

The Student Experience

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Learn From Global Leaders

Hear from Consuls General about their countries’ opportunities, challenges, and perspectives during our Regional Lunch and Learns.
Practice Diplomacy

Participate in Model United Nations events throughout the Houston area and beyond, developing skills in research, public speaking, negotiation, and collaboration.
Explore International Affairs

Engage in discussions about current global events through our International Affairs Club and examine how events around the world affect life here at home.
Celebrate Cultural Traditions

Welcome foreign dignitaries and experience music, dance, and cuisine from around the world at our annual International Festival.
Learn Beyond The Classroom

Travel to partner countries through our Beyond These Walls program, experiencing new places, meeting local communities, and gaining a deeper understanding of life in other parts of the world.