Tag: Cultural Exchange

Global UGRADs Embrace American Culture
May 19, 2025

Global UGRADs Embrace American Culture

Alumni , american connections , California State University - San Marcos , Costa Rica , El Salvador , Experiencing America , Extracurricular Activities , Laos , Philippines , University of Missouri - St. Louis , University of Missouri - St. Louis , University of the Ozarks , Vietnam , Xavier University of Louisiana , Zimbabwe

Global UGRADs are making the most of their time in the U.S., exploring local culture and building connections beyond the classroom. Here are some highlights from the spring 2025 semester. Jude Gabriel Espanol | Philippines | University of the Ozarks “I joined a 2-day trip camping in Jasper, Arkansas. We learned that Jasper is known for its breathtaking views and …

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Current Student Spotlight: Honduras
May 19, 2025

Current Student Spotlight: Honduras

Academics , Experiencing America , Extracurricular Activities , Georgia College and State University , Honduras , Microbiology Research

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 …

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Alumni Spotlight: Nepal
May 19, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Nepal

Academic Exchange , Alumni , Experiencing America , Nepal , Professional Development , West Virginia University

My name is Hitendra Jha, and I am from Nepal. I am a proud alum of the Global UGRAD Program, having studied in the United States during the fall 2022 semester. My journey as an exchange student at West Virginia University (WVU) was a turning point in my academic and personal life. I’ve always been an “outdoors” person; I’m passionate …

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Local Adventures
April 18, 2025

Local Adventures

Albania , Alumni , Central Methodist University , El Salvador , Experiencing America , Georgia College and State University , Mongolia , University of the Ozarks

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 …

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Traveling Across the United States
March 26, 2025

Traveling Across the United States

Academic Exchange , Alumni , Central Methodist University , Dominican Republic , Experiencing America , India , Mongolia , Spring Break , The U.S. Perspective , University of Central Missouri

Joining the Global UGRAD Program offers students more than just academic enrichment—it’s a gateway to cultural immersion, meaningful connections, and unforgettable adventures. It’s a chance to experience a new way of life, engage with people from various backgrounds, and explore the breathtaking landscapes of the United States. For many participants, traveling across the country becomes a defining highlight of their …

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What’s in Your Bag?
February 19, 2025

What’s in Your Bag?

Alumni , American Host Institutions , El Salvador , Nepal , Nepal , North Central College , The U.S. Perspective , University of Southern Indiana , University of the Ozarks , Vietnam

As students embark on their UGRAD journey – exploring the United States, forging friendships, and embracing new experiences—they remain deeply connected to their home countries. One of the most powerful ties to home? The meaningful items they’ve packed in their suitcases. Though thousands of miles away, their UGRAD host campuses are now their second home, filled with new routines and …

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