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

Ana Laura Leyser

In the news: Downtown banners feature student and postdoc research and creative activity

Thursday, January 23, 2025
Office of the Vice President for Research
One of those recognized is Ana Laura Leyser, an undergraduate majoring in biomedical sciences, for her research conducted through the Anne Frank Initiative (AFI), where she developed a digital diary inspired by Frank’s work, featuring stories about children from various cultures and eras, written by UI students and Iowa City community members.
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A leap into the unknown: how studying abroad in Ireland transformed my life

Thursday, January 16, 2025
Rose Grau, a fourth-year marketing and journalism student at the University of Iowa, shares her transformative experience studying abroad in Cork, Ireland.
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Meet Study Abroad's 2025 Spring Global Access Ambassador awardees

Monday, January 6, 2025
Ben Partridge
International Programs
Meet the 2025 spring recipients. From exploring the rich history and resilience of Ireland to delving into the vibrant culture of Argentina, these students are set to embark on transformative journeys.
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Events

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Study Abroad Information Session: Shakespeare's England

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 10:30am to 11:30am
English-Philosophy Building
Through the Shakespeare’s England program, you will join UI Professor Jonathan Wilcox and explore London’s streets, museums, and theaters to see the way the city inspired some of the greatest writing in English.
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International Student Weekly Coffee Hour

Wednesday, January 29, 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.
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Study Abroad Information Session: Organized Crime and Social Sustainability

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 5:00pm to 6:00pm
University Capitol Centre
Learn how you can study abroad this summer in Italy with University of Iowa Associate Professor of Instruction Irene Lottini during this information session.
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Study Abroad Information Session: Iowa Hispanic Institute

Thursday, January 30, 2025 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Phillips Hall
Learn how you can study abroad this summer in Spain with University of Iowa Spanish Assistant Professor Becky Gonzalez during an information session on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, from 4 to 5 p.m. in 318 Phillips Hall.

13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop

Friday, January 31, 2025 9:30am to 11:30am
Virtual
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research or creative work abroad for an academic year at no cost to you (U.S. citizens only)? Join International Programs at the University of Iowa for the 13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop.
Study Abroad Information Session: Shakespeare's England promotional image

Study Abroad Information Session: Shakespeare's England

Friday, January 31, 2025 9:30am to 10:30am
Virtual
Through the Shakespeare’s England program, you will join UI Professor Jonathan Wilcox and explore London’s streets, museums, and theaters to see the way the city inspired some of the greatest writing in English.
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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.

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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.

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Guiding more students to Fulbright success

The University of Iowa has been named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. students for the eighth 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."