Articles from June 2022

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Missing Central America

Thursday, June 30, 2022
I am missing Central America! Since being home, things have just seemed EASY-- like everyone speaking the same language, top-notch infrastructure, etc... a little shock after three months gone. Being surrounded by nature and the KINDEST people, along with the challenge of navigating everyday life in a foreign place is what I miss most! I felt like I was always learning and growing from the locals.
group photo of Sam Longo and colleagues after a day of filming a commercial

Global internships, high-impact educational experiences for UI students

Monday, June 27, 2022
The global internship program at the university has long existed to provide students a path to earn academic credit toward their degree while immersing themselves in a new culture, acquiring skills, attaining personal growth, and exploring possible career paths.
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Professor Betsy Stone receives prestigious Fulbright award to research allergens in Australia

Monday, June 20, 2022
The University of Iowa is pleased to announce that Betsy Stone, a professor in the departments of chemistry and chemical and biochemical engineering, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to Australia for the 2022-2023 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.
students participating in the Tadoku Workshop in April 2022

8 academic centers, programs, and networks contribute to Iowa’s global mission

Monday, June 13, 2022
International Programs supports eight faculty-led academic centers, programs, and networks that exist to create opportunities for faculty to contribute to the global mission of the University of Iowa.
A celebratory moment on a day of many such moments.

Anne Frank tree takes root at University of Iowa

Thursday, June 9, 2022
Hillel International covers the Anne Frank sapling planting at the University of Iowa.
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Meet Study Abroad's 2022 summer Diversity Ambassador awardees

Wednesday, June 8, 2022
The Diversity Ambassador Scholarship program supports the diversification of students who study abroad by providing awards to students from diverse backgrounds and identities, many of whom are traditionally underrepresented on study abroad programs.
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Jerry Anthony receives prestigious Fulbright award to India to research climate change

Tuesday, June 7, 2022
The University of Iowa is thrilled to announce that Jerry Anthony, an associate professor in school planning and public affairs, has been selected for a Fulbright Scholar Award in India for the 2022-2023 academic year.
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12 UI students awarded 2022 Gilman scholarships to study abroad

Thursday, June 2, 2022
Chosen from thousands of applicants from colleges and universities across the U.S., twelve University of Iowa undergraduates were awarded the competitive Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Dean Ganim and international student at international student graduation

Dean's Message: Celebrating the Class of 2022

Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Dean Ganim celebrates the graduating class of 2022, and in particular highlights the first in-person international student affinity graduation ceremony co-sponsored by UI International Programs.