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Dean's Message: May

Saturday, May 1, 2021
As May approaches, we realize that we have spent nearly 15 months conducting much of our lives online. I applaud you for your persistence and hope you remain healthy and safe. As our spring semester concludes, I wish to express my deep gratitude to our International Programs staff who continue to serve students, create virtual opportunities, and organize cultural and outreach events that promote the value of international education and global awareness.
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Dean's Message: Spring

Thursday, April 1, 2021
Dean Ganim reiterates our support for the Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander communities on campus and shares some upcoming events.
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Dean's Message: Celebrations

Friday, February 26, 2021
From literature to Fulbright, Dean Ganim highlights all that we've celebrated over the last month.

Dean's Message: A Busy Spring Semester

Monday, February 1, 2021
International Programs welcomes everyone back for spring semester, and Dean Ganim shares some of our upcoming events and current initiatives.

Well wishes from International Programs

Monday, December 21, 2020
As 2020 comes to a close, I'd like to express my deepest thanks for supporting International Programs. With this video, I convey my warmest wishes for the new year.

Dean's Message: Saluting proponents of global awareness

Tuesday, December 1, 2020
By celebrating International Education Week, Dean Russell Ganim recognizes those that inspire us to view the world through a global lens.

Dean's Message: Diversity, equity, and inclusion

Sunday, November 1, 2020
Dean Ganim discusses the variety of ways in which International Programs is engaging in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and creating opportunities for all.

Dean's Message: Settling into Fall term

Monday, October 5, 2020
Dean Ganim provides an update on some of the activities taking place through International Programs this fall.

Dean's Message: Welcome back

Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Dean Ganim reflects on what a new academic year brings - renewal, resilience, and much to look forward to.

Dean's Message: Necessity is the mother of invention

Friday, July 17, 2020
Dean Ganim addresses some of the innovative ways International Programs has continued to promote international education.

Dean's Message: Gratitude and hope

Sunday, June 7, 2020
From celebrating our recent graduates to assessing the needs of our international students, Dean Ganim shares some of the latest activities of International Programs.

Dean's Message: International Education in the Time of COVID-19

Monday, April 27, 2020
Dean Russell Ganim explains how International Programs is looking to the future and working collaboratively with our partners on and off campus to find innovative ways for our students to safely engage in international education.