Cynthia Okafor, a PhD candidate in pharmaceutics from Agulu, Nigeria, and recipient of a 2025 Global Student Award, embodies how mentorship and community can elevate international education.

University of Iowa student Leila Assadi, a double major in economics and political science and recipient of a 2025 Global Student Award, embodies what it means to be a globally minded Hawkeye.

The Global Student Award recognizes one undergraduate and one graduate student who are leaders deeply engaged in international education on campus or abroad. The 2025 winners are Leila Assadi and Cynthia Okafor.

When Ethan Wattleworth was a child, he received a life-saving stem cell donation from Hannes Weissensteiner, who lived in Germany at the time and was a match. After starting CIMBA, the Tippie College of Business’ study abroad program in Italy, Wattleworth was able to meet Weissensteiner for the first time.

Join the University of Iowa for the 2025 Multicultural Showcase on Friday, November 14, at 7 p.m. in the Iowa Memorial Union. The event highlights diverse cultures through live performances, food, and interactive activities hosted by student organizations and university departments. Organized by OASIS in collaboration with International Programs.

After studying abroad three times, UI student Sean Keene launched 'Around the World in 80 Stays,' a podcast that shares stories from fellow Hawkeyes who have already taken the leap—and brought back insights to help others do the same.

With demanding course loads and tightly sequenced requirements, studying abroad can seem out of reach for many STEMM majors. But a recent event hosted by University of Iowa Study Abroad showed otherwise.

The University of Iowa Study Abroad office offers in-person presentations to provide a study abroad overview, information specific to a field of study, and global internships.

Upcoming events include workshops on the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS), Boren Awards, and Stanley Awards for International Research, offering guidance on applications, funding, and essay writing.

Studying abroad is a transformative experience. We've gathered the top 10 questions frequently asked by students interested in studying abroad.

UI Study Abroad and the Pomerantz Career Center are teaming up to host a virtual session designed to help you maximize the impact of international internships. Whether you’ve just returned from working abroad or are planning your first global experience, this session will give you the tools you need.

This summer, three University of Iowa students stepped far outside their comfort zones to complete internships abroad, gaining professional experience while immersing themselves in new cultures.