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Day-to-Day Life in Jordan as a Study abroad Student: How It Shaped my Career Goals

Berkley Barnett, an international studies major and a Global Access Ambassador, participated in the SIT Jordan Refugees, Health, and Humanitarian Action Program. Click the title above to read her reflection on the experience!

Tips for Solo Travel While Studying Abroad: South Korea Edition

Global Access Ambassador Folasade Olawoye, an international studies major with a minor in Korean studies and translation, participated in the TEAN South Korea: Korea University Program. Click the title above to read his reflection on the experience!
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International Studies student awarded 2nd Place in the International Programs photo contest

Monday, November 11, 2024
Tanvi Khadiya places 2nd in the annual International Education Week Photo Contest sponsored by UI International Programs.
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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences announces new administrative structure for environmental programs and world languages

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
The proposed changes for fall 2025 will enhance collaboration and support student success.
Kennedy Lein

A journey of self-discovery: embracing life in Spain

Friday, August 30, 2024
Kennedy Lein, a journalism & mass communication major with an international studies minor and Global Access Ambassador, participated in USAC San Sebastian program during summer 2024.
 Maryam Mohammed poses with camel in Jordan

A journey of learning, discovering, and personal growth in Jordan

Friday, July 26, 2024
Maryam Mohammed, an international relations major with a minor in Arabic and Global Access Ambassador, participated in SIT’s Jordan Refugee, Health, and Humanitarian Action in spring 2024.
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IS faculty member receives Presidents' Civic Engagement Leadership Award

Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Assistant professor of instruction Peter Gerlach in the department of International Studies was recognized for his contributions to Iowa City community.
Maria Osman

International Studies alumna Maria Osman awarded Fulbright to Indonesia

Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Maria Osman, who received a BA in international studies from the University of Iowa in 2022, is the winner of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Indonesia for 2024-25.
Abby Fowler, Critical Language Scholarship recipient, in Japan

How you can go abroad for free: All about U.S. government-sponsored programs

Tuesday, March 19, 2024
During summer 2023, International Studies student Abby Fowler had the privilege to spend two months in Japan as a recipient of a Critical Language Scholarship.
The office building for the International Refugee Committee is seen on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024. (Isabella Tisdale/ The Daily Iowan).

IS students collaborating with the newly-opened International Rescue Committee office in Iowa City

Thursday, February 29, 2024
In efforts to assist unaccompanied minors who are refugees, the International Rescue Committee will launch a new program aimed at these individuals to get documentation and connect with a guardian.