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International Studies Newsletter

The International Studies Program publishes a new newsletter every week during the fall and spring semesters. The newsletter provides upcoming events, opportunities to build skills, and post-graduation opportunities. Check out the most recent newsletter here.

News and Announcements

International Studies Visiting Assistant Professor named Executive Director of the Iowa City Foreign Relations Council

Friday, January 13, 2023
Visiting Assistant Professor Dr. Peter Gerlach has been appointed the Executive Director of the Iowa City Foreign Relations Council. Read more about this by clicking here!

International Studies Major Ryann Hubbart Awarded the 2022 UI Global Student Award

Thursday, December 15, 2022
Ryann Hubbart is a recipient of the 2022 Global Student Award, which recognizes one undergraduate and one graduate student who are leaders deeply engaged in international education on campus or abroad. Hubbart is an undergraduate student from Clinton, Iowa, double-majoring in international studies and economics and double-minoring in Arabic studies and history. Learn more about Hubbart’s engagement with international education!

International Studies Major Maria Osman is a UI Study Abroad Correspondent during her semester in Jordan

Thursday, October 13, 2022
International Programs is excited to announce our Study Abroad Correspondents for the fall 2022 semester! These diverse voices will provide first-hand accounts of what UI students experience while studying abroad.
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Upcoming Events

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Gilman Scholarship Info Sessions

Wednesday, February 8, 2023 10:30am to 11:30am
Virtual
Please join International Programs for one of several information sessions to discuss the process of applying for a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. Applications are now being accepted for academic year 2023-2024 (summer 2023, fall 2023, winter 2023, and spring 2024).
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Study Abroad Information Session: Germany

Wednesday, February 8, 2023 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Virtual
Learn about fall, spring, summer, or academic year study abroad programs in Germany to improve fluency in the German language while taking classes with both local and international students.
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Gilman Scholarship Info Sessions

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 9:30am to 10:30am
Virtual
Please join International Programs for one of several information sessions to discuss the process of applying for a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. Applications are now being accepted for academic year 2023-2024 (summer 2023, fall 2023, winter 2023, and spring 2024).
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Study Abroad Information Session: Germany

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Virtual
Learn about fall, spring, summer, or academic year study abroad programs in Germany to improve fluency in the German language while taking classes with both local and international students.
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Gilman Scholarship Info Sessions

Thursday, February 16, 2023 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Virtual
Please join International Programs for one of several information sessions to discuss the process of applying for a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. Applications are now being accepted for academic year 2023-2024 (summer 2023, fall 2023, winter 2023, and spring 2024).
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