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.

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News

BTAA Summit participants

Dean's Message: Delegations from Japan and BTAA Summit

Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Russ Ganim
International Programs
In this message, Dean Ganim provides updates on expanding global partnerships—particularly with institutions in Japan—and applauds the work of ISSS and Big Ten colleagues in supporting international students and scholars through the BTAA Summit.
Group of international student graduates

International Programs to host inaugural celebration honoring international student success

Monday, March 30, 2026
Daniel Vorwerk
International Programs
International Programs at the University of Iowa will host the inaugural Celebrating International Student Success event on Friday, May 1, 2026, at ReUnion Brewery in Iowa City, honoring the achievements and contributions of international students and scholars.

Food, culture, and memory take center stage at upcoming UI symposium

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Daniel Vorwerk
International Programs
Scholars from across the country will gather at the University of Iowa for a symposium exploring how food connects culture, identity, language, and memory. Hosted by the Center for Asian and Pacific Studies, the Food Studies Group, and International Programs, the event examines how food traditions shape communities and how food studies can be used in teaching culture and language. The free, public event requires advance registration.
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Events

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13th Annual Fulbright Week - New Competition Opens Info Session

Monday, April 6, 2026 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 2027-2028 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition!
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Engaging Across Cultures: Navigating Intercultural Conflicts

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 9:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
In this 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, resolving conflicts, and solving problems across cultures.
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13th Annual Fulbright Week - The Application Start to Finish

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 2:00pm to 3:00pm
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 2027-2028 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition!
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13th Annual Fulbright Week - New Grants and Countries Available!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 11:00am to 12:00pm
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 2027-2028 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition!
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2025 International Programs Annual Report

Our annual report showcases who we are and what we do, presenting a year-in-review of how we promote global education at the University of Iowa. 

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13th Annual Fulbright Week

Would you like to teach English, study, or do research abroad for an academic year at no cost? Join International Programs for the 13th Annual Fulbright Week April 6–10, 2026, to kick off the 2027-2028 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition!

Deb Trusty and students in front of Temple of Poseidon in Sounion, Greece

Faculty-led Programs Abroad

Interested in going abroad next summer? Travel with renowned University of Iowa faculty, earn university credit, and make the world your classroom. Learn more about summer 2026 faculty-led programs at our upcoming info sessions!

Victor Morales in Lisbon

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# of years Iowa has been named a Top Producer of Fulbright students
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Study abroad programs offered
Anna Correa standing next to other woman on colorful blue train in India

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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."