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David Shehata Fouad Georgy Nakhla

2022 International Parents of the Year

Tuesday, November 1, 2022
We congratulate this year's winners of the international parents of the year, Ebtesam Fouad Yanny Gerges and Shehata Fouad Georgy Nakhla.
Cathy & Leona Zaharis

New scholarship fund will allow students to explore the world and expand their horizons

Tuesday, November 1, 2022
A generous gift from Cathy Zaharis (BBA finance ’82) established the Leona Zaharis Scholarship Fund, a scholarship created in honor of Cathy's mother to support students who, like Leona, are curious about the world and want to study abroad.
Sauda Abdullahi in the Scottish Highlands

Sauda Abdullahi reflects on her UK public health program

Monday, October 31, 2022
Sauda Abdullahi, a fourth-year public health student, spent a semester in the UK to learn about public health practices including closing the food access gap.
Carmela and their favorite Italian Cat Nera (Viterbo, Italy)

Carmela Furio found a sense of peace through independent travel

Monday, October 31, 2022
Carmela Furio was awarded a Diversity Ambassador scholarship and traveled to Italy on the USAC Viterbo program.
student working with robot arm, woman with hawk, and teacher standing in front of blackboard

Fulbright Program presentation to be offered during International Education Week, Nov. 14

Thursday, October 27, 2022
Learn about types of Fulbright awards, receive application tips, and get your questions answered.
student walking street in Korea

UI students to share the value of studying in Asia-Pacific region, Nov. 15

Thursday, October 27, 2022
Join us as students from different disciplines share their experiences studying abroad in the Asia-Pacific region.
phi beta delta insignia featuring globe and book

Phi Beta Delta to host conversation with Rohan Wakade, Nov. 8

Thursday, October 27, 2022
Rohan Wakade, a postdoctoral researcher at the Carver College of Medicine, and Russell Ganim, associate provost and dean of International Programs, will engage in a lively discussion about Rohan's scholarly achievement in international education and journey to UI. 
Recruiting future Hawkeyes at GEMS Cambridge International School in Sharjah

Dean's Message: Hello from Dubai!

Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Dean Ganim discusses his recent trip to the Middle East to recruit future Hawkeyes.
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.