study abroad

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Iowa study abroad leader selected for prestigious Fulbright Program in Taiwan

Monday, January 27, 2025
Ana Jimenez, senior advisor and program coordinator for Study Abroad, has been selected for a distinguished Fulbright International Education Administrators (IEA) Program in Taiwan.
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A leap into the unknown: how studying abroad in Ireland transformed my life

Thursday, January 16, 2025
Rose Grau, a fourth-year marketing and journalism student at the University of Iowa, shares her transformative experience studying abroad in Cork, Ireland.
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Meet Study Abroad's 2025 Spring Global Access Ambassador awardees

Monday, January 6, 2025
Meet the 2025 spring recipients. From exploring the rich history and resilience of Ireland to delving into the vibrant culture of Argentina, these students are set to embark on transformative journeys.
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Meet Study Abroad's 2024 winter Global Access Ambassador awardees

Tuesday, December 10, 2024
The scholarship is intended to support students who study abroad with the intent to serve as Global Access Ambassadors upon their return to the UI campus
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In the news: Blending exploration and introspection in Spain

Monday, November 25, 2024
Study abroad program provider USAC shares the story of UI journalism student Kennedy Lein's experience in Spain.
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Multicultural Showcase attracts hundreds to celebrate culture, community, and global exchange

Monday, November 18, 2024
The 2024 Multicultural Showcase at the University of Iowa brought over 375 students, faculty, staff, and community members together to celebrate different cultures for International Education Week. The event featured vibrant performances, ethnic foods, and interactive activities led by student organizations and campus departments.
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In the news: International photo contest highlights global education at Iowa

Thursday, November 14, 2024
An international regatta on the Grand Canal. A stunning sunset viewed from the Taj Mahal. A professor reciting the Iliad during a visit to an ancient theater in Greece. These are just some of the winning photos of this year's photo contest.
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In the news: Engaged in Eswatini

Friday, October 25, 2024
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.
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University of Iowa celebrates International Education Week, Nov. 18-22

Friday, October 25, 2024
International Education Week, which celebrates the UI's commitment to international education and exchange, is taking place November 18-22, 2024.
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Multicultural Showcase highlight of University of Iowa celebration of international education in November

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Join the University of Iowa for the 2024 Multicultural Showcase on Friday, November 15, 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.
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Writing in Ireland: Finding inspiration in the living

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Studying abroad is more than just hitting academic goals—it's about living the experience. In this personal reflection, Elizabeth Von Loh shares how everyday moments during a study abroad program in Ireland became rich story material, from walking the streets of Dublin at dawn to witnessing local traditions.
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Why you should study abroad: a first-generation student's life-changing semester in Barcelona

Thursday, September 19, 2024
"As a first-generation student, studying abroad made me realize the importance of global experiences and my education."