A Davenport, Iowa, native, Thomas will participate in the African Flagship Language Initiative, beginning with summer studies at the University of Florida in Gainesville before traveling to Arusha, Tanzania, for the fall semester.

Malvika Khadiya, a UI political science student from Cedar Falls, Iowa, has been awarded a 2025 U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) to study in Latvia this summer at Dauzgavpils University for an intensive Russian language program.

Mairen Thompson, a University of Iowa graduate student studying world language education, from Tipton, Iowa, has been awarded a 2025 U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) to study in Japan this summer at Okayama University for an intensive Japanese language program.

What began as an opportunity to study dance in Latvia for a year has evolved into an ongoing international platform for Iowa alumna Alyssa Gersony — one that is expanding the real-life impact of dance for individuals who are blind and visually impaired. 

Take part in multiple sessions that cover the various aspects of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

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.

Ana Jimenez, senior advisor and program coordinator for Study Abroad, has been selected for a distinguished Fulbright International Education Administrators (IEA) Program in Taiwan.

Hear from current Fulbright recipients and get guidance from university faculty and staff on the application process for teaching, research, and study opportunities abroad. Open to juniors, seniors, graduate students, and alumni, the workshop aims to support UI students and alumni in securing this prestigious award, with past UI recipients recognized globally for their contributions.

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.

The Stanley Undergraduate and Graduate Awards for International Research are given annually to outstanding University of Iowa students for the pursuit of research and learning activities outside of the United States.

Learn how you can receive up to $30,000 for international research or study abroad while studying a critical language like Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese, or Swahili.

Are you a student interested in a summer language program abroad, all expenses paid? Join International Programs for two virtual events to discuss strategies for putting together a successful Critical Language Scholarship application.