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 …

Community Service Highlights

Community Service Highlights

Global UGRAD students are making a meaningful impact through community service activities across the country. From tutoring local youth and volunteering at food banks to participating in environmental cleanups and supporting local shelters, their volunteerism distinguishes them as UGRADs. Check out some inspiring highlights from our Spring 2025 cohort below! Hoang Bao Ngoc Nguyen | Vietnam | Xavier University of …

Local Adventures

Local Adventures

Experiencing America and its culture is a key component of the Global UGRAD Program. While traveling to famous tourist destinations across the country is a highlight, some of the UGRADs’ most memorable adventures are those in their host communities and states. Continue reading for a showcase of these local adventures! Daniel Arevalo | El Salvador | University of the Ozarks …

Alumni Spotlight: Cambodia

Alumni Spotlight: Cambodia

This month we’re proud to spotlight four Cambodian alumni who participated in the Global UGRAD Program in Fall 2023. In just over a year since returning home, they have made remarkable progress toward their goals, stepping up as mentors and leaders in their communities. It’s inspiring to see how their exchange experience continues to shape their journey and create lasting …

First Impressions from Spring 2025

First Impressions from Spring 2025

The Global UGRAD Spring 2025 cohort has arrived, diving headfirst into campus life and discovering the unique charm of their new communities. From novel weather to new flavors and impressive university facilities, their first weeks in the United States have been filled with enriching cultural experiences. As they embark on what promises to be a transformative semester, UGRAD students at …

Alumni Advice

Alumni Advice

The Global UGRAD family is vast, comprising over 3,000 alumni. We asked a few recent alums about tips they would share with new UGRAD students. Who better to share advice on navigating this experience than those who just participated in the program? Durdonakhon Odilova | Uzbekistan | Georgia College & State University | Fall 2023 “Get out of your dorm! …