Instructors: Paula Ross, Assistant Director, Peer Programs, Pomerantz Career Center; Pauline Beazer James, Assistant Director, Intercultural Programming, International Student & Scholar Services
Description:
Supporting the Career Development of International Students explores the unique opportunities and challenges international students face as they prepare for internships, employment, and graduate education. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of common immigration and career pathways, learn about campus resources available through the Pomerantz Career Center and International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS), and discover practical strategies for supporting international students in their career development. This session also provides conversation starters, best practices, and actionable tips to help faculty and staff confidently connect students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed.
Participants who attend this class will learn:
Learn a foundational understanding of common immigration and career pathways
Understand campus resources available through the Pomerantz Career Center and the International Student and Scholar Services
Discover practical strategies for supporting international students in their career development
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The Building Our Global Community certificate program creates an opportunity for University of Iowa faculty and staff to learn about the experiences of international students and scholars, and methods they can use to foster skills for working with and awareness of our increasingly intercultural campus community. To earn a Building Our Global Community certificate, participants must register for and attend the Introduction to Building Our Global Community core course and at least four elective courses. All courses taken for the program are free of charge and fill on a first-come, first-served basis.