Connecting Iowa with the world and the world with Iowa

The University of Iowa is committed to enriching the global experience of students, faculty, staff, and the greater community. International Programs does this by providing leadership and support for internationally oriented teaching, research, creative work, and community engagement. We encourage students to see the world in a whole new way. Take a look around and see why thousands of students from Iowa and the world call us home each year.

News

Russ Ganim with UI alum Akash Bhalerao, Iowa's greatest champion in India

Dean's Message: India Connections

Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Russ Ganim
International Programs
Dean Ganim recently returned from a trip to India where he traveled with other representatives of UI's colleges. They deepened their relationship with MIT-ADT Pune, a longtime partner of Iowa.
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Meet the recipients of the 2025 Stanley Award for International Research

Monday, March 31, 2025
Ben Partridge
International Programs
Stanley Awards for International Research are given annually to outstanding University of Iowa students in all academic fields for the pursuit of research abroad, learning activities in international studies, and international career interests.
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Johnson County UNA highlights immigrant and refugee support at 2025 'Night of 1,000 Dinners'

Friday, March 14, 2025
Kate Murphy
International Programs
In celebration of International Women's Day, Johnson County United Nations Association (JCUNA) hosted the 2025 "Night of 1,000 Dinners" event, which included an international buffet, entertainment, an auction, and presentations from this year's honored groups.
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Events

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UI 12th Annual Fulbright Week Activities - Session I: New Competition Opens

Monday, April 7, 2025 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Virtual
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research abroad for an academic year at no cost? Join International Programs for a week of virtual workshops and information sessions to kick off the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition!The 12th Annual Fulbright Week will take place April 7 - 11, 2025. Each session will provide different information and will have a Q&A period, so please attend as many as you can. All levels of undergraduate and graduate students are welcome! Sessions...
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UI 12th Annual Fulbright Week Activities - Session II: The Application Start to Finish

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Virtual
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research abroad for an academic year at no cost? Join International Programs for a week of virtual workshops and information sessions to kick off the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition!The 12th Annual Fulbright Week will take place April 7 - 11, 2025. Each session will provide different information and will have a Q&A period, so please attend as many as you can. All levels of undergraduate and graduate students are welcome! Sessions...
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Engaging Across Cultures: Navigating Intercultural Conflicts

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Virtual
Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; and Shuhui Lin, International Education Program and Student Affairs Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services Description: In this two-part interactive session, participants will explore the four intercultural conflict styles using the Intercultural Conflict Style Inventory (ICS). The ICS is an 18-item assessment that measures individuals’ core approaches to communicating about differences...
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Building our Global Community: Mental Health Concerns of International Students and Ways to be an Ally to International Students

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 10:00am to 11:50am
Virtual
Instructors:  Huan-Chung Scott Liu, PhD, Staff Psychologist at University Counseling Service (UCS) and Tianyi Xie, PhD, Staff Psychologist at University Counseling Service (UCS) Description: This session highlights how concerns unique to international students impact their mental health. These concerns can affect international students’ transition to the University of Iowa, their functioning on campus, and their broader adjustment to the United States. We will explore how the forbearance...
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International Student Weekly Coffee Hour

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 11:30am to 12:30pm
University Capitol Centre
Starting Jan. 22, 2025, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community...
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UI 12th Annual Fulbright Week Activities - Session III: New Grants and Countries Available!

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Virtual
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research abroad for an academic year at no cost? Join International Programs for a week of virtual workshops and information sessions to kick off the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition! The 12th Annual Fulbright Week will take place April 7 - 11, 2025. Each session will provide different information and will have a Q&A period, so please attend as many as you can. All levels of undergraduate and graduate students are welcome...
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Recognizing student impact in Iowa

International students at the University of Iowa contributed over $73 million to the economy in 2023-2024.

Annual Report 2025 No Text Cover

Sharing the past year's achievements

We're pleased to announce the release of the International Programs 2024 Annual Report, which celebrates the past year’s activities, research, events, and student and faculty accomplishments.

2024-2025 Fulbright Badge

Guiding more students to Fulbright success

The University of Iowa has been named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. students for the ninth year. International Programs leads the university's efforts in supporting applicants.

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# of years Iowa has been named a Top Producer of Fulbright students

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Study abroad programs offered

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Countries represented by our international students

"If International Programs has one purpose, it is to open the minds and hearts of our community to the reality that the world is a stronger and better place when we celebrate the humanity in every individual and in every nation. We cannot learn to live together if we do not live to learn from each other."