Articles from 2021
In the news: Serving social justice by developing careers
Friday, May 7, 2021
As a counselor educator, University of Iowa PhD student Jiwon Kim plans to promote the lives of women and minorities and contribute to the betterment of society.
Global collaboration enriches educational experience of bass students
Thursday, May 6, 2021
A recent collaboration between the University of Iowa School of Music and the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance (JAMD) has created opportunities for global exchange for bass students at both institutions.
Virtual youth exchange between Sister States Hebei and Iowa
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Reimagining International Citizen Diplomacy Hebei-Iowa Youth Exchangebetween Iowa Sister States and Hebei People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries
Student spotlight: Tejaswini Kannan
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
First-year student Tejaswini Kannan hasn’t let the COVID pandemic slow her down. Already a leader on campus and involved with on-campus research, Tejaswini has her sights on medical school in the future.
Dean's Message: May
Saturday, May 1, 2021
As May approaches, we realize that we have spent nearly 15 months conducting much of our lives online. I applaud you for your persistence and hope you remain healthy and safe. As our spring semester concludes, I wish to express my deep gratitude to our International Programs staff who continue to serve students, create virtual opportunities, and organize cultural and outreach events that promote the value of international education and global awareness.
Tidjo Thierry Kuagbenu (BS actuarial science ’04) reflects on his memories from the University of Iowa
Friday, April 30, 2021
Tidjo Thierry Kuagbenu (BS actuarial science ’04) has enjoyed a successful career in a variety of corporations and locations across the world. He has fond memories of his time at the University of Iowa, including professors that had an impact on his educational experience.
Student spotlight: Zhuolun Li
Thursday, April 29, 2021
Zhuolun Li, UI student double-majoring in psychology and economics, hails from Kunming, China. He is the current vice president of the Chinese Students and Scholars Association and was also recognized for his contributions as a student employee in the Catlett Hall Market Place.
Critical Language Scholarship winner Aastha Chandra to study Hindi virtually this summer
Thursday, April 29, 2021
University of Iowa biomedical science student Aastha Chandra of Cedar Falls, Iowa, has been awarded a 2021 U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) for a summer virtual intensive language and cultural program in Hindi.
UI student Julia Conrad awarded Fulbright to Italy
Thursday, April 29, 2021
Julia Conrad, who will receive an M.F.A. in literary translation from the University of Iowa in May 2021, is the winner of a Fulbright Arts/Creative Writing award to Italy for 2021-22
WorldCanvass Recap: Gandhi at 150
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Mahatma Gandhi was one of the most original, impactful, and complex figures of the 20th century. WorldCanvass panelists reflected on Gandhi at 150.
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