Dean Ganim talks about a visit to UI by the Japanese ambassador to the U.S., colleagues from Romania, Georgia, Armenia, and Moldova, a multilingual Anne Frank reading, and our Commitment to Internationalization lecture.

This three-day symposium will bring together experts from the UI and beyond to explore sustainable partnerships between universities and the private sector that enhance education, innovation, and economic growth.

Jeff Lai, recipient of the 2024 Global Student Award and a PhD candidate in higher education from Taiwan, is redefining international education at the University of Iowa. In this Q&A, Lai shares his insights on social justice, intercultural collaboration, and his vision for a transformative approach to learning and community engagement.

Discover how Fascha Aryasa, a 2024 Global Student Award recipient and data science major from Bali, Indonesia, is transforming international education at the University of Iowa. As president of the International Student Advisory Board, a mentor, and an international student ambassador, she advocates for international students, promotes cultural exchange, and fosters global connections on campus. Learn about her leadership journey, her passion for intercultural communication, and how her international experiences are shaping her academic and career goals.

The Global Student Award recognizes one undergraduate and one graduate student who are leaders deeply engaged in international education on campus or abroad. The 2024 winners are Fascha Aryasa and Jeff Lai.

Join the virtual Fulbright Group Presentation Session on Tuesday, November 19 to explore funded Fulbright opportunities for U.S. citizens interested in pursuing graduate or professional study, research, or English teaching abroad. This interactive session will cover various Fulbright awards, application steps, and offer guidance from Fulbright Program Advisers.

Four pharmacy students from Japan completed a four-week clinical educational and professional experience visit at the College of Pharmacy. Their visit was part of the college’s Faculty Exchange Program, a 20-year endeavor with Keio University and Kitasato University that Professor Emeritus Jay Currie started.

Join International Programs for a festive Fall Break Meal on November 25, welcoming community members and international students for this shared meal. From 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (CST), attendees can enjoy a traditional holiday feast featuring turkey, vegetarian options, and classic sides in 1117 University Capitol Centre. This annual event fosters a sense of community, allowing diverse voices to come together and share in U.S. holiday traditions. Space is limited, so participants are required to register for their preferred time slot.

The Iowa City Public Library resonated with the powerful words of Anne Frank on October 20, as 15 young readers brought her diary to life in their native languages, marking what would have been her 95th birthday. The event, part of the 2024 Iowa City Book Festival, drew an emotional response from a diverse audience of community members and parents.

Rebecca Miller’s travel to Eswatini, supported by a Stanley International Travel Award, enabled cross-cultural exchange and relationship building between Iowa and Swazi nursing students during workshops at Good Shepherd College.