Category: Latin America and the Caribbean

Alumni Spotlight: Paraguay
May 14, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Paraguay

Alumni , Paraguay , SUNY Plattsburgh , University of the Incarnate Word

Over the past several months, Global UGRAD alumni from Paraguay have been busy spreading the word about the program. Alumni spanning several cohorts have gathered on multiple occasions to raise awareness about Global UGRAD amongst prospective applicants and future program participants. Silvia Alvarenga, who completed her exchange semester at SUNY Plattsburgh in the fall of 2022, summarized these events and …

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Travel and Adventures
April 24, 2024

Travel and Adventures

Alumni , American Host Institutions , Delta State University , El Salvador , Experiencing America , Kenya , Laos , Mississippi Valley State University , Spring Break , Tajikistan , West Liberty University , Wright State University

Throughout the semester, Global UGRAD students have used their weekends and spring break to explore cities and regions across the United States. From Chicago to Los Angeles to New York City, Global UGRADs have visited many popular cities as well as a number of sites off the beaten path. Below are some stories and highlights that Global UGRADs have shared …

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Community Service Highlights
April 24, 2024

Community Service Highlights

Albania , Community Service , Florida Gulf Coast University , Guatemala , Kansas State University , Maryville College , Vietnam

This semester, students have been working diligently to complete one of the Global UGRAD Program’s most meaningful requirements: community service. From supporting children in the foster care system to tagging sharks for important research, our students have served their host communities in a variety of ways. We are proud to feature a sample of some exceptional students’ volunteer experiences. Ajla …

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Sports in the United States
March 18, 2024

Sports in the United States

Alumni , Cambodia , Florida Gulf Coast University , Guatemala , Kent State University , Kosovo , Philippines , San Francisco State University

Across the country Global UGRAD participants have been enjoying a wide range of sports activities, both on and off campus. For many, this is their first time watching or joining athletic activities typical of the United States. We asked students to describe their experiences, so read on to learn more! Mark Virgil Jamer | Philippines | Kent State University “This …

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Campus Visit: Bluefield State University
March 18, 2024

Campus Visit: Bluefield State University

Academic Exchange , Academics , american connections , American Host Institutions , Bluefield State University , El Salvador , Experiencing America , Host Feature , Laos , Malaysia

This February, Global UGRAD Program Officer Melanie Winters and Senior Program Associate Cameron Teaney had the pleasure of visiting Bluefield State University (BSU) in Bluefield, West Virginia. During this visit they toured BSU’s campus and met with the friendly and hospitable staff supporting the four Global UGRAD students studying there this semester. BSU is one of only two Historically Black …

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Host Partner Feature: Boise State University
February 16, 2024

Host Partner Feature: Boise State University

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 …

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Advice from Alumni
January 16, 2024

Advice from Alumni

Alumni , Dominican Republic , Honduras , Mercyhurst University , Morocco , Northern  Michigan University , SUNY Plattsburgh , University of Alabama , University of St. Thomas , Vietnam , Zimbabwe

The new year ushers in the arrival of new Global UGRAD participants for the spring semester. Participants consider so many important things as they begin their program, from scheduling classes to budgeting money to managing time. Who better to share advice on navigating this transition than Global UGRAD alumni? Minh Thu Nguyen | Vietnam | Northern Michigan University | Fall …

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Alumni Spotlight: A Global UGRAD Mini-Reunion
January 16, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: A Global UGRAD Mini-Reunion

Alumni , El Salvador , Marymount University , Morocco , Professional Development , Ukraine

In the spirit of fostering lifelong connections and celebrating the diverse achievements of Global UGRAD alumni, Michelle Cerén (El Salvador), Sophia Pylypyuk (Ukraine), and Abdessadeq Ourkiya (Morocco), recently embarked on a reunion that transcended borders and cultures. All three were Global UGRAD participants at Marymount University in the Fall 2016 semester. In this collaborative article, they share about their experience …

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End of Program: Photo Contest Winners
December 12, 2023

End of Program: Photo Contest Winners

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 …

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Cultural Enrichment Allowances
December 12, 2023

Cultural Enrichment Allowances

Augustana University , Experiencing America , Honduras , Kazakhstan , Malaysia , Montenegro , St. Cloud State University , Thailand , University of Central Missouri , University of Maine , West Liberty University

Global UGRAD continues to enrich students’ understanding of American culture. Thanks to the cultural enrichment allowance they receive, students can engage first-hand in authentic U.S. cultural experiences. Perhaps no one puts it better than the students themselves! Natthanitcha Khemnapak | Thailand | West Liberty University “I have always been and always will be a big Harry Potter fan. So, I …

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