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My Second Family: the Impact of Friendship Families
February 13, 2019

My Second Family: the Impact of Friendship Families

american connections , Illinois State University , Jordan , Middle East and North Africa , The U.S. Perspective

Many Global UGRAD host universities provide amazing opportunities for Global UGRAD students to engage with their host communities. One such example are friendship family programs, where international students are paired with local families for an exchange of culture, friendship, and fun. Please continue reading to hear more about the positive impact these types of exchanges have on both student and …

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Meet our New Teammate, Vitalie Diaconu
February 13, 2019

Meet our New Teammate, Vitalie Diaconu

Academics , american connections , Central Asia , Eurasia , The U.S. Perspective

Vitalie Diaconu joins the Global UGRAD team as the Program Officer for Eurasia and Central Asia. Originally from Moldova, Vitalie moved to the United States two years ago and worked with Eurasia Foundation, managing the Young Professionals Network program. Prior to that, he worked with the Permanent Mission of Moldova to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, and …

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Researching Flooding and Cyclones
January 14, 2019

Researching Flooding and Cyclones

Academic Exchange , Academics , american connections , American Host Institutions , Bangladesh , Career , Florida Gulf Coast University , Professional Development , South Asia

While studying Disaster Science & Management and as a Global UGRAD student at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) this past semester, I had the amazing opportunity to present my research paper at the American Geophysical Union Conference 2018 in Washington, DC. I was requested to present at the largest geophysical conference where people from all over the world gather to …

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Global UGRAD 2019-20 Host Institution Application is Open
January 14, 2019

Global UGRAD 2019-20 Host Institution Application is Open

Academics , american connections , American Host Institutions , The U.S. Perspective

The Global UGRAD Program is currently accepting applications for host institutions! The Global UGRAD Program will support approximately 250 promising leaders from about 60 different countries during the 2019-20 academic year. Global UGRAD students add diversity to campuses and valuable perspectives in the classroom. World Learning is seeking a cadre of universities and colleges to host these dynamic students. Interested …

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Closet Talk: A Panel Discussion
January 14, 2019

Closet Talk: A Panel Discussion

Academic Exchange , Academics , american connections , American Host Institutions , Bangladesh , Career , Diversity and Inclusion , Fayetteville University , Professional Development , South Asia

“Coming-out stories are always fascinating to listen to, but unfortunately I don’t have a gratifying coming out story to tell. I haven’t come out to my parents yet. I don’t know when I will.” I paused and took a deep breath. In a big hall, I was speaking in front of over 30 people. I had never been a speaker …

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Celebrating Diwali
December 12, 2018

Celebrating Diwali

Academic Exchange , american connections , American Host Institutions , Cambodia , India , South Asia , St. Ambrose University , University of the Incarnate Word

Pooja Das, India, St. Ambrose University Last month I celebrated Diwali, a very important Hindu festival which is celebrated with great enthusiasm by many around the world. I had a wonderful Diwali at St. Ambrose University with my friends, including my Global UGRAD friends! We all dressed in our traditional clothes and had dinner together. Additionally, I was invited by a …

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Experiencing America: Thanksgiving
December 12, 2018

Experiencing America: Thanksgiving

american connections , Experiencing America , Israel , Kyrgyzstan , Laos , St. Ambrose University , University of Southern Indiana , Wayne State University

This semester’s Global UGRAD students had the opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving with their host communities, gathering with other international students as well as with American families. Enjoy these reflections by the Global UGRAD participants on their Thanksgiving experiences! Souksavanh Vongthongchit, Laos, St. Ambrose University “Thanksgiving is a special U.S. holiday when American people take this time to show thanks for …

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November 12, 2018

Global UGRAD 2019-2020 Application is Open!

Academics , Alumni , american connections , Experiencing America , The U.S. Perspective

The application for 2019-2020 Global UGRAD Program is now open! Do you know someone who would be interested? Share! Do you think you would be a great candidate? Apply! For more information and how to apply, visit our website: www.worldlearning.org/ugrad. Make sure to also follow the Global UGRAD Program on Facebook and Twitter to keep updated on important deadlines and …

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Teaching American Youth About Cambodia
October 11, 2018

Teaching American Youth About Cambodia

Academic Exchange , Academics , american connections , Cambodia , East Asia and the Pacific , Professional Development , University of the Incarnate Word

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), my host institution, provided me the opportunity to present about Cambodia to a number of primary school students, high school students, and teachers at St. Peter School in San Antonio. I first provided some general facts about Cambodia including the geographical area, overview of lives in urban and rural areas, religions, currency, and …

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October 11, 2018

Spotlight on the Global UGRAD OPAL Course: Interview an American

american connections , Diversity and Inclusion , Experiencing America , OPAL , The U.S. Perspective

Throughout their time in the United States, and before their departure, Global UGRAD participants complete our custom-made Online Professional and Academic Learning Course (OPAL). This course is designed to help Global UGRAD students transition into the American university system. Students go on to complete a series of modules with distinct themes. For the second OPAL module , we asked students …

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