Alumni , Experiencing America , Kyrgyzstan , Professional Development , Wayne State University
“Once a UGRAD, always a UGRAD!” This statement resonates deeply with me and many others who have had the privilege of participating in the Global UGRAD Program. My name is Aigerim Kurmanbekova, and as a proud Wayne State Warrior representing Kyrgyzstan at Wayne State University during the fall semester of 2019, I have come to understand the profound impact this …
Algeria , american connections , American Host Institutions , Boise State , Central Asia , Diversity and Inclusion , Experiencing America , Host Feature , Kyrgyzstan , Kyrgyzstan , Latin America and the Caribbean , Middle East and North Africa , Morocco , Nicaragua , Partner Feature , Uzbekistan
This month, World Learning is excited to highlight long-time host partner Boise State University. Boise State hosted three Global UGRAD students in the Fall 2023 semester and is home to three more UGRADs this spring. Tim Randall, Coordinator for International Student Services, shared with World Learning how Boise State supports international students and helps Global UGRAD students find meaningful connections in …
Albania , Armenia , Emporia State University , End of Program Worshop , Honduras , Kyrgyzstan , Malaysia , Northern Michigan University , Philippines , Portland State University , SUNY Plattsburgh , University of Missouri , University of Northern Iowa , University of the Incarnate Word , University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
In the weeks leading up to this fall’s End of Program Workshop, Global UGRAD participants submitted photos to the UGRAD Photo Contest that culminated at the workshop in Washington, D.C. Participants could submit one photo for each of the following five categories: American Experiences, Fall Fun, Sharing Culture, School Spirit, and Community Service. Submissions had to be photos participants had …
American Host Institutions , Bridgewater State University , Central Asia , Community Service , East Asia and the Pacific , Egypt , Emporia State University , Experiencing America , Honduras , India , Kyrgyzstan , Kyrgyzstan , Latin America and the Caribbean , Middle East and North Africa , New England College , Philippines , South Asia , SUNY Plattsburgh , The U.S. Perspective , Towson University , Towson University , University of Wisconsin - Green Bay , Zimbabwe
Each semester, Global UGRAD students across the United States complete a minimum of 20 hours of community service to fulfill their Global UGRAD program requirement. This fall, students embraced the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to their host communities by doing everything from volunteering at local charitable organizations to cleaning up local parks and gardens. Below are highlights from some of …
Alumni , Boise State , Costa Rica , East Timor , Egypt , Kansas State University , Kyrgyzstan , Missouri State University , Paraguay , Saudi Arabia , SUNY Plattsburgh , Western Kentucky University , Xavier University
Many Global UGRAD students are planning trips for fall break, but this week we asked them to share about anything they’ve done locally, from walking around campus to heading out into the local community to learn more about where they are living this semester. Below, you can hear from them in their own words about their local adventures. Hi everyone! …
Algeria , Indonesia , Kyrgyzstan , Niger , Paraguay
To kickstart 2021, Global UGRAD students participated in a New Year’s resolutions photo contest! In the United States, it is common practice for individuals to reflect on the prior year and to make resolutions for the year ahead. For this contest, students submitted a picture along with a brief caption to share some of their goals for 2021. Check out …
Bemidji State University , Central Asia , Experiencing America , Kyrgyzstan
At many universities across the United States, Global UGRAD students have been able to participate in Friendship Family programs. Whether through group trips together or cooking traditional meals, these types of programs are a great opportunity for students to share their culture with Americans outside of campus and to learn about their community in unique ways. Continue reading to see …
Alumni , Central Asia , El Salvador , Kyrgyzstan , Latin America and the Caribbean , Lewis-Clark State College , University of Missouri
My name is Nursuluu, and I am a Global UGRAD alumna from Kyrgyzstan. This year I graduated university in Kyrgyzstan, and I am currently working for a youth NGO called Novi Ritm as a Project Coordinator. I have also been volunteering with the MediAct project, which has youth workshops in three different countries, and one of those countries is El Salvador. …
Academic Exchange , Academics , Experiencing America , Indiana State University , Kyrgyzstan
I arrived in Boston at 4 am on March 28th, and started my day at 5 am – it was very cold. However, I was very lucky to catch an amazing time of day at the Port of Boston. I met a beautiful sunrise and witnessed how people in Boston start their weekday. Some people were running despite the cold …
Experiencing America , Kyrgyzstan , Palestinian Territories , Saginaw Valley State University
Temirlan Tagaibaev, Kyrgzstan, Saginaw Valley State University During winter break I visited four different cities. My trip began in Chicago, proceeded to Boston, New York, and finished in Washington, D.C. It was the longest trip I ever had. In Chicago, I met many different people, including some Kyrgyz-Americans and ate some Kyrgyz food. I noticed that many people want to …