Category: Diversity and Inclusion

First Impressions from Global UGRAD Spring 2023 Students
February 15, 2023

First Impressions from Global UGRAD Spring 2023 Students

Academic Exchange , Academics , Africa , american connections , American Host Institutions , Asia , Belarus , Diversity and Inclusion , East Asia and the Pacific , Eurasia , Experiencing America , Kansas State University , Kent State University , Latin America and the Caribbean , Malawi , Missouri State University , Mozambique , Nicaragua , North Central College

Global UGRAD students are settling into the Spring 2023 semester at various host colleges and universities across the country. We reached out to students to learn about their first impressions of campus life, courses, and U.S culture. For many, this is their first time in the United States, or even outside of their home countries. We’re sharing some of the things …

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Partner Feature: Central Washington University
August 12, 2022

Partner Feature: Central Washington University

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , American Host Institutions , Central Washington University , Community Service , Diversity and Inclusion , Host Feature

This month we are pleased to highlight our host partner, Central Washington University (CWU)! Rachel Gordon, International Partnerships Manager for the Office of International Studies & Programs at CWU, introduces herself and shares more about the exciting opportunities and programs available to international students at CWU.   How long have you been working at CWU? What is your role? I …

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December 15, 2021

Reflections on the Virtual End of Program Summit

Academics , Alumni , Community Service , Diversity and Inclusion , Experiencing America , The U.S. Perspective

World Learning held its virtual End of Program (EoP) summit from November 8 -12. Global UGRAD students from all over the United States tuned into Zoom sessions hosted by facilitator Si Norton on topics ranging from building leadership capabilities to action planning/ community mapping. Traditionally held in Washington, DC, the virtual format of the summit served as a constant reminder …

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Alumni Update: Seo In-ho, South Korea
August 12, 2020

Alumni Update: Seo In-ho, South Korea

Alumni , Diversity and Inclusion , South Korea , University of Southern Indiana

Seo In-ho participated in the Global UGRAD Program at the University of Southern Indiana  during the 2017/18 program year. The U.S. Embassy in Seoul recently featured his experience to mark the 30th anniversary of the American Disabilities Act (ADA); Seo In-ho is visually impaired and was directly impacted by ADA during his time on campus. He thoughtfully shares his story …

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Alumni Update: Cambodia
September 12, 2019

Alumni Update: Cambodia

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , american connections , American Host Institutions , California State University Monterey Bay , Cambodia , Career , Community Service , Diversity and Inclusion , East Asia and the Pacific , Professional Development

I am very humbled and grateful to say that my life is not the only one that has changed after the Global UGRAD Program. Since June 2015 when I returned to my home country, Cambodia, I began to understand my purpose and my capability to make a substantial impact in my home community as a media practitioner. My academic experiences, …

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Alumni Reflections: Advocating for Inclusion
September 12, 2019

Alumni Reflections: Advocating for Inclusion

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , american connections , American Host Institutions , Career , Community Service , Diversity and Inclusion , East Asia and the Pacific , Philippines , Professional Development , University of Southern Indiana

I am an alumnus of the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program where I attended the University of Southern Indiana in 2010. The Global UGRAD Program brought me out of my comfort zone. As a disabled person with limited independent living skills, I had to force myself to become self-reliant during the program. For instance, my first trip on my own, without …

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Celebrating Inclusion on Campus
May 13, 2019

Celebrating Inclusion on Campus

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , American Host Institutions , Bahrain , Bemidji State University , Career , Castleton University , Diversity and Inclusion , East Asia and the Pacific , Guatemala , Haiti , Latin America and the Caribbean , North Dakota State University , OPAL , Philippines , Professional Development , Saudi Arabia , University of Missouri

As we prepare to celebrate Pride Week in June, World Learning is sharing students’ experiences throughout the semester observing inclusion on campus. World Learning’s Global UGRAD OPAL course module “Beyond Tolerance: Inclusion and Diversity Practices,” encourages students to attend an event or club meeting that serves as a space for minority students. Below are some welcoming spaces students discovered! Ali …

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Celebrating the Lunar New Year Across the U.S.!
February 13, 2019

Celebrating the Lunar New Year Across the U.S.!

Academic Exchange , Academics , american connections , American Host Institutions , Bakersfield , California State University , Central Asia , China , Diversity and Inclusion , East Asia and the Pacific , Emporia State University , Experiencing America , Laos , Tajikistan , University of Arkansas

Zihan Xu, China, Emporia State University: The year of the pig in the lunar calendar has just come. This is my first time spending the Spring Festival away from family and friends. The Spring Festival is the most important festival for Chinese people. This is when families reunite to enjoy meals and conversations. No matter how far people are from their …

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Alumni Reflections
February 13, 2019

Alumni Reflections

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , american connections , American Host Institutions , Career , Diversity and Inclusion , Experiencing America , India , Professional Development , South Asia , University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Studying in the U.S. as a Global UGRAD student has not only had an impact on my academic skills, but it has also expanded my career scope, perspectives, and increased my awareness. I enjoyed every single aspect of the program starting from community service to living with an American roommate. Even though it wouldn’t be accurate to call any country …

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