Global UGRADs Embrace American Culture

Global UGRADs Embrace American Culture

Global UGRADs are making the most of their time in the U.S., exploring local culture and building connections beyond the classroom. Here are some highlights from the spring 2025 semester. Jude Gabriel Espanol | Philippines | University of the Ozarks “I joined a 2-day trip camping in Jasper, Arkansas. We learned that Jasper is known for its breathtaking views and …

Current Student Spotlight: Honduras

Current Student Spotlight: Honduras

My name is Ilianne Zelaya Ramirez, and I am from Honduras. Whenever someone asks me about my Global UGRAD journey, I always like to highlight the butterfly effect: if I hadn’t been distracted from studying for my bacteriology exam in 2023 and started researching scholarship programs, I wouldn’t have had the experience to spend an entire semester in the United …

Alumni Spotlight: Nepal

Alumni Spotlight: Nepal

My name is Hitendra Jha, and I am from Nepal. I am a proud alum of the Global UGRAD Program, having studied in the United States during the fall 2022 semester. My journey as an exchange student at West Virginia University (WVU) was a turning point in my academic and personal life. I’ve always been an “outdoors” person; I’m passionate …

Host Feature: Central Methodist University

Host Feature: Central Methodist University

Central Methodist University (CMU) hosted 10 Global UGRAD students across the fall 2024 and spring 2025 semesters. Dong Han, international admissions officer, kindly took the time to answer questions about UGRAD’s impact and life on the Fayette, Missouri campus. How have Global UGRADs impacted your campus and local community? The impact of Global UGRAD students on CMU and the surrounding …