Category: Academics

Host Partner Feature: University of Montevallo
December 16, 2022

Host Partner Feature: University of Montevallo

Academic Exchange , Academics , american connections , American Host Institutions , Experiencing America , University of Montevallo

This month, World Learning is proud to feature the University of Montevallo. Dr. Eric Ford Travis, PhD, serves as the Assistant Professor of Management in the Michael E. Stephens College of Business and Coordinator of NSE, International Affairs and International Education. He shared some insights into the international student experience on campus.   How long have you been working at University of …

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End of Program Workshop: Photo Contest
December 16, 2022

End of Program Workshop: Photo Contest

Academic Exchange , Academics , Belarus , Costa Rica , Egypt , Experiencing America , Fayetteville University , Grand Valley State University , Nicaragua , Niger , Panama , Philippines , San Francisco State University , Ukraine , University of Montevallo , Uzbekistan , Xavier University of Louisiana

Last month, Global UGRADs from host campuses around the country gathered in Washington, DC for the first End of Program Workshop in three years. The workshop primarily focused on professional and leadership development, as well as team building. However, at the core of the workshop was an emphasis on cultivating a sense of community among these international exchange students. As …

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Sporting Events & School Spirit
November 22, 2022

Sporting Events & School Spirit

Academic Exchange , American Host Institutions , Experiencing America

Global UGRAD participants across the country are exceptionally busy taking in all of the Fall festivities in their local communities and campuses. With football and homecoming season in full swing, many UGRADs are experiencing these quintessential U.S. college events for the first time and sparing no energy in displaying their school pride.   “Tailgate is a big deal here and …

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Community Service Spotlight: Fall 2022
November 22, 2022

Community Service Spotlight: Fall 2022

Academic Exchange , American Host Institutions , Asia , Cambodia , Community Service , East Asia and the Pacific , Egypt , Eurasia , Experiencing America , Florida Gulf Coast University , Georgia , Grand Valley State University , Middle East and North Africa , Millikin University , South Korea , SUNY Plattsburgh

As part of their program requirements, Global UGRADs complete at least 20 hours of community service. While at first, this might seem like another requirement to complete, this often ends up being the highlight and most meaningful part of the program for many of the participants. Below are several highlights from community service events that current UGRADs have completed so …

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In the Classroom
October 13, 2022

In the Classroom

Academics , American Host Institutions , Augustana University , Cambodia , East Tennessee State University , Emporia State University , Florida Gulf Coast University , Haiti , Laos , Malaysia , Missouri State University , Palestinian Territories

This fall, more than 150 Global UGRAD students are experiencing their first semester in American university classrooms. Whether it’s engaging in a new method of instruction, studying a new subject, or just learning in a new environment, UGRADs have been fully immersed in the academic component of their program. The emphasis on class discussion and participation is a big difference …

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October 13, 2022

Hispanic Heritage Month

Academic Exchange , Alumni , American Host Institutions , Experiencing America , Latin America and the Caribbean

Across the U.S., many Global UGRADs took part in various events, celebrations, and exhibitions for Hispanic Heritage Month. Elian Gonzalez is a student from Panama at Keuka College who shared about his participation in one of the panel discussions on campus: “During this week we had a lot of activities to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. The most outstanding thing was a panel …

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Partner Feature: Carroll College
September 13, 2022

Partner Feature: Carroll College

Academic Exchange , Alumni , American Host Institutions , Carroll College

We are excited to highlight one of our host university partners, Carroll College, this month! In this feature, you’ll learn more about Shannon Ackeret, Carroll’s Director of Global Education, as well as some of the opportunities and programs available to international students at Carroll College, located in Helena, Montana. How long have you been working at Carroll? What is your …

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Alumni Spotlight: Zimbabwe
September 13, 2022

Alumni Spotlight: Zimbabwe

Academic Exchange , Academics , Africa , Alumni , American Host Institutions , Career , Community Service , Experiencing America , Professional Development , Sub-Saharan Africa , University of Montevallo , Zimbabwe

Hi all, I’m Leonard Mushunje, a Fall 2021 Global UGRAD student from Zimbabwe. I recently graduated from Midlands State University with a distinction in Mathematics and Statistics. When I was selected as a Global UGRAD finalist and was placed at the University of Montevallo in Alabama, I had mixed feelings. On reflection, being a Global UGRAD student was one of …

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August 12, 2022

What’s in the Bags? Incoming UGRADers and What They Are Bringing

Academic Exchange , East Asia and the Pacific , Eurasia , Latin America and the Caribbean , Middle East and North Africa

As the end of summer draws near, the Fall 2022 cohort of Global UGRADs has already begun to arrive in the U.S. With over 100 students in the program this semester, this means they collectively have well over 100 bags, so today we’re going to learn a little bit about what they will be bringing with them! Even with limited …

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