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From eating surprising cuisine to performing stand-up comedy: the best 12 weeks of my life in Japan

Friday, July 26, 2024
"Not only did studying abroad provide so many incredible memories and allow me to really push myself, but it also helped me redefine and better understand my personal and career aspirations."
Elle Murphy at Belfast Castle

Embracing my "alone self” and staying connected while abroad at Trinity College in Dublin

Friday, July 26, 2024
"Your study abroad experience will be your own: it will be different from what you expect, but at least in my case, that was for the best. Do not be afraid to embark on this new journey because there is so much support for you. Studying abroad is so worth it."
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How Iowa values prepared me for my study abroad experience in Europe

Friday, July 26, 2024
"I am forever grateful for the opportunity to be a Global Access Ambassador for Study Abroad at the University of Iowa. This role minimized barriers and allowed me to share my love for the University of Iowa with the world, in an experience I will never forget."
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A journey of learning, discovering, and personal growth in Jordan

Friday, July 26, 2024
My trip to Jordan was a wonderful experience that I both enjoyed and learned from. I spent my days attending interesting classes, exploring the city of Amman, and getting to know locals and my cohort.
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A journey of self-discovery and professional growth in Spain

Wednesday, July 24, 2024
"I was granted the opportunity to work alongside people of a completely different culture in my internship, something which undeniably will be useful in my professional life."
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Mapping out the city of Dublin: how I overcame fear and found my way home

Wednesday, July 24, 2024
"Dublin makes an excellent host city for programs like the one I attended, which was focused on creative writing. Everywhere I went, I was surrounded by literary history. I felt like I had found my way home."
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From hesitation to transformation: A semester of growth for a first-generation college student in London

Wednesday, July 24, 2024
"As I reflect on my semester in London, I feel nothing but gratitude. It is hard to put into words the amount of personal growth I developed in four months from new experiences, the people I met, and the new perspectives I gained."
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Life in Iowa presents OPT workshop

Monday, July 22, 2024
The virtual Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshop, sponsored by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), takes place on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. (CDT).
Daniel Mendez in Italy

Getting comfortable with international marketing strategies in Italy: A Q&A with Global Access Ambassador Daniel Mendez

Friday, July 19, 2024
"This exposure has not only enhanced my understanding of global marketing practices but also inspired me to pursue a career with an international focus, shaping my future career and life choices."
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Claire Fox receives Fulbright to Canada to research fossil fuel extraction

Thursday, July 18, 2024
The University of Iowa (UI) is pleased to announce that Claire Fox, professor of English in the UI College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has been selected as a Fulbright Scholar to Alberta, Canada, for the 2024-25 academic year.