Meet the 2021-2022 GLI Executive Board
VP of Membership: Kiran Kaur
Hometown: Zanesville, Ohio
Year: Senior
Major: Psychology
Minor: Sociology and Legal Foundations of Society
Project Group: Immigration
With the current state of the world (the COVID-19 pandemic, political challenges, racial tension and more) how are you caring for others as a global leader?
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many people’s lives and so it is important to be mindful of others. It is critical to play your role in ensuring the safety of others, and I have done so by abiding by the mandates and taking my own precautions. As racial tensions have heightened, I feel it is critical to not only be educated about the injustices, but also to take action to address them, whether through protesting, donating, supporting POC businesses, and so on. And, while I’ve talked about racial tensions, there are many other social issues that need to be addressed, so it’s crucial to educate yourself on other topics that affect our communities as well.
3 Idiots is a Hindi film about three strangers who come together and learn about the world while dealing with their personal struggles. It’s my all-time favorite film and the one that most portrays who I am. It serves as a reminder that living in a fast-paced society, when life feels like a race, sometimes you have to reassure yourself, “All is well” and have faith in your aspirations.
VP of Marketing:
Maggie Leneghan
Hometown: Independence, Ohio
Year: Junior
Major: International Business
Minor: Political Science
Project Group: Human Rights
With the current state of the world (the COVID-19 pandemic, political challenges, racial tension and more) how are you caring for others as a global leader?
I am doing regular virtual check-ins with friends and other people I know and have increased scheduled time to do calls. It’s important we all stay in touch and socialized so I want to help with that.
I think a globally-minded leader is someone who considers the backgrounds and cultures of all people involved in a situation and decision-making process and includes that knowledge in making decisions or understanding their peers.
VP of Project Development:
Mia Miller
Hometown: Hilliard, Ohio
Year: Senior
Major: International Studies- Globalization
Minor: Chinese and Business
Project Group: Culture and Religion
With the current state of the world (the COVID-19 pandemic, political challenges, racial tension and more) how are you caring for others as a global leader?
In these isolating and tumultuous times, I try to show people I care for them by being present and genuinely checking on them. I aim to be welcoming and make others around me, whether it’s in-person or online, feel appreciated and supported through my actions.
Being globally-minded means being cognizant of your own viewpoint and perspective while considering other people. It really is about understanding, embracing, appreciating, and accommodating for differences in people’s background and circumstances
VP of Communications:
Lucas Ng
Hometown: Kaula Lumpur, Malaysia
Year: Senior
Major: Architecture
Minor: Film Studies
Project Group: Culture and Religion
With the current state of the world (the COVID-19 pandemic, political challenges, racial tension and more) how are you caring for others as a global leader?
Always be open to listening and approach things holistically but still from a place for kindness and empathy
It’s been invigorating meeting so many people from different backgrounds and listening to their perspectives on a wide range of topics. It’s made me a better listener, as well as a better question-asker. In terms of my future career, I’m sure the connections I’ve made will prove invaluable.