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Intercultural competence is undoubtedly a requirement for living, working, and playing in the new global age of incredible interconnectedness in which cultures either mesh or clash. This competence is even more crucial for those entrusted with the onerous responsibility of shaping and molding the minds of students and potential future leaders. Against this backdrop, it is the author´s belief that teachers at all levels of the education enterprise need to become students of culture to enable them to add clarity, definition, and focus to their calling and profession. Let´s get to work!

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Dr. Ras T Acolatse has extensive background in integrated marketing communication & global organizational consulting & training. Currently, he is a professor of management and professional communication. His research interests rest on the centrality of culture in business, communication, & education. He enjoys reading, writing poetry, & road trips.

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