study abroad

Kevin Drahos in front of a fountain

Spanish views on the LGBTQ+ community welcome surprise to Kevin Drahos

Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Kevin Drahos reflects on his study abroad experience in Madrid, and how the LGBTQ+ community and related traditions are perceived and understood.
Dean Omar in Petra, Jordan

Dean Omar's Egyptian heritage made his experience in Jordan all the richer

Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Diversity Ambassador Dean Omar spent a summer in Jordan, conversing with locals, completing an internship, and feeling right at home.
Mariana Garces Grajales with friend in front of purple lights and fountain

Her Colombian roots helped Mariana Garcés Grajales settle into Italy

Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Mariana Garcés Grajales (BA communication studies, '22) participated in the USAC Reggio Emilia program in spring 2022 and shares what she learned.
Sushma Santhana

Sushma Santhana is still "unpacking" everything she brought back with her from Italy

Monday, October 24, 2022
Diversity Ambassador Sushma Santhana, a UI biomedical engineering student, participated in the CIMBA program in Italy during the summer of 2022.
TJ Grimes on top of the Lotte World Tower in Korea

Tj Grimes opened her mind as she opened those of others in Korea

Monday, October 24, 2022
Diversity Ambassador Tj Grimes discusses gender identity and what she learned from studying in Korea.
Ryann Hubbart

Q&A with Ryann Hubbart

Friday, October 21, 2022
Ryann Hubbart, a double-major in international studies and economics and a double-minor in Arabic studies and history, is a recipient of the 2022 Global Student Award.
Parker Jones and other students in front of the James Joyce tree outside of the Museum of Literature Ireland

The University of Iowa’s Irish Writing Program turns 25

Friday, October 21, 2022
The Irish Writing Program is a faculty-led study abroad program in Dublin designed to nurture aspiring writers.
four students drinking coffee with cityscape behind them

Upcoming Critical Language Scholarship info session and workshop, Nov 1 & 8

Thursday, October 20, 2022
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student interested in a summer language program abroad, all expenses paid?
student in yellow sweater typing at laptop

Study Abroad now offering weekly open advising hours

Monday, October 17, 2022
UI Study Abroad staff are at the ready to help you plan the experience of a lifetime.
group of students standing in front of the White House

International Programs to host info session on Boren Awards, Nov. 15

Monday, October 17, 2022
Learn how you can receive up $25,000 for international research or study abroad with a Boren Scholarship.
group of students kneeling in front of ancient ruins

Study Abroad to host info sessions on faculty-led program to Greece, Oct. 12, 20 & 28

Thursday, October 6, 2022
Meet City of Athens faculty leader Dr. Deb Trusty and program returnees to learn more about the itinerary, academics, cost, and application process. Bring your questions!
river winding past forest and old castle

Study abroad to host info sessions on faculty-led program on sustainable chemistry, Oct. 27 & Nov. 9

Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Learn about an amazing opportunity to travel to Germany, Switzerland, and France with UI faculty leaders Adam Brummett and Stratis Giannakouros.