Articles from February 2025

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From 10 minutes from home to 4,000 miles: an Iowa City local’s unforgettable experience in Ireland

Thursday, February 27, 2025
“If you’re considering studying abroad, don’t be afraid to take opportunities and make the most of them and apply for the amazing funding options Iowa offers.”
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5 pieces of advice I’d give myself after studying abroad in Costa Rica

Thursday, February 27, 2025
"Living with a host family was my key to feeling connected to Costa Rica. It was so reassuring to have fantastic advice from locals and to know that, at the end of the day, there was someone I could talk to about my adventures."
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Day-to-day life in Jordan as a study abroad student: How it shaped my career goals

Thursday, February 27, 2025
“I hope to inspire students through my experiences and motivate them to study abroad in non-Western countries through programs that will challenge their beliefs and excite them to learn.”
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UI named Fulbright Top Producing Institution for 9th year

Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Out of thousands of Fulbright Award applicants, 17 University of Iowa students were chosen to serve as representatives in 14 different countries for the 2024-2025 academic year.
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Future educators awarded Gilman Changemaker grant to turn global experiences into local impact 

Monday, February 24, 2025
UI College of Education students, Olga Colmenero Carrillo and Josie Mbaye, are using their personal experiences of growth, international exploration, and educational challenges to create positive change and address learning barriers in their home state of Iowa. 
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Studying abroad programs becoming more popular among UI students

Monday, February 17, 2025
Study abroad numbers are rising after COVID-19 had caused decreases, with Italy and Spain as the most popular destinations.
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Why worldwide university connections with the private sector lead to student success

Monday, February 17, 2025
People from all over the world came together to discuss how university and private sector partnerships lead to student success at the 2025 Provost's Global Forum at the University of Iowa.
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Teach, study, or conduct research abroad for free - join UI’s Fulbright Week to learn how

Friday, February 14, 2025
Take part in multiple sessions that cover the various aspects of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
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Discover Fulbright opportunities to study, do research, and teach abroad – join the info session on April 24

Thursday, February 13, 2025
The Fulbright Group Presentation Session will cover award types, application tips, and the campus application process. Attendees will gain insights into navigating the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and maximizing their chances of success.
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Student curators explore ‘Alternate Paths’ with provenance research

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
‘Alternate Paths: Object Histories from Africa to America’ is the first exhibit at the Stanley Museum of Art to use provenance information and be entirely student-curated.