Derek Forde
  • Business Administration
  • San Diego, CA

Derek Forde Recognized as a Gilman Scholar

2015 Jan 13

A record-setting 12 San Diego State University undergraduate students have been awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship to study abroad in the upcoming spring semester.

The scholarship -- sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs -- supports 800 students nationwide with up to $5,000 toward their study abroad program cost.

For many students, the scholarship enables them to go on their international adventure.

The Gilman Scholarship program aims higher than solely providing financial support.

The administering Institute of International Education (IIE) encourages students to think of their role as global leaders. One way to accomplish the goal is through a follow-up project that all scholarship winners have to complete upon returning from their semester abroad.

Students can propose to write about their experience, hold a presentation at their home colleges or create some other form of reflection that educates and inspires others.

SDSU Gilman Scholars

  • Jessica Huynh, United Kingdom
  • Seimon Arcinue, Singapore
  • Ulices Mora, Argentina
  • Jocelyn Loredo, Spain
  • Douglas Chun, South Korea
  • Trina Thierry, Nicaragua
  • Alina Bilal, United Kingdom
  • Rosa Calderon, Hong Kong
  • Derek Forde, Hong Kong
  • Malake Wehbe, Turkey
  • Chris Widdop, Thailand
  • Haley Chasteene, Turkey