25. Charting Global Citizens: Scott Marshall on Semester at Sea's 61-Year Voyage

25. Charting Global Citizens: Scott Marshall on Semester at Sea's 61-Year Voyage

Author: Eskin Fundraising Training February 28, 2026 Duration: 21:47

Episode 24 of Jim Eskin's Nonprofit North Stars spotlights Scott Marshall, President & CEO of Semester at Sea's Institute for Shipboard Education. From a shipboard campus that visits 8–10 countries per voyage to "cohorts of distinction" (Engineering at Sea and an AI certificate track), Scott shares how immersive global learning builds purpose-driven leaders. We dig into student selection and diversity, scholarships (including ~$5M/year in aid), alumni impact, and practical ways to support this North Star organization.

Tune in to hear how Semester at Sea turns curiosity into courage—and education into impact.

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Hosted by Jim Eskin of Eskin Fundraising Training, Non-Profit North Stars with Jim Eskin turns the spotlight toward the essential yet often overlooked individuals who provide the true momentum for charitable missions. While major donors rightly receive recognition, this podcast is dedicated to the unsung heroes-the staff members, volunteers, board members, and community advocates whose daily dedication and genuine purpose energize organizations from within. Each conversation explores how these individuals apply their unique gifts to steer their groups in an uplifting direction, ensuring every effort aligns with a noble cause. You’ll hear specific, grounded stories about practical strategies and personal convictions that make a tangible difference in communities, focusing more on sustained impact than on a single transaction. Tuning into this podcast offers a deeper appreciation for the human infrastructure that allows philanthropy to thrive, providing listeners in the business, marketing, and non-profit spheres with relatable insights and authentic inspiration drawn directly from the field. It’s a series that believes the right guidance often comes from those who work quietly behind the scenes, keeping the entire mission pointed true north.
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