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Academic Exchange , Alumni , Experiencing America , Professional Development , Sri Lanka , University of Maine
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Academic Exchange , Alumni , Experiencing America , Professional Development , Sri Lanka , University of Maine
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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 …
Chatham University , Experiencing America , Murray State University , Niger , Russia , Troy University , Ukraine , University of Maine , University of Mississippi , Venezuala , Vietnam
Experiencing the United States and American culture through travel is an essential part of the Global UGRAD program. During the semester, World Learning has heard many stories of the incredible experiences Global UGRAD participants have had around the U.S. Below are some highlights of the culturally-enriching places the spring 2023 Global UGRADs have traveled to! “Hello everyone! I am …
World Learning is honored to partner with the University of Maine (UMaine) this semester. There are currently three Global UGRAD students attending the University of Maine. Orlina Boteva was kind enough to answer some of our questions about the university. How long have you been working at the University of Maine? Since 2009. What is your role? I am the director of …
Ball State University , California State University - San Marcos , Centenary College of Louisiana , Chatham University , Emporia State University , Iowa Wesleyan University , Kansas State University , Kent State University , LaGrange College , Maryville College , Mercyhurst University , Minnesota State University - Mankato , Missouri State University , Murray State University , Muskingum University , New England College , North Central College , Otterbein University , Presbyterian College , San Francisco State University , Southern Illinois University Edwardsville , St. Cloud State University , Tennessee Technical University , Troy University , University of Alabama , University of Arkansas , University of Central Missouri , University of Kansas , University of Maine , University of Mississippi , University of Missouri , University of North Carolina Wilmington , University of Southern Indiana , University of Texas at Austin , University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire , University of Wyoming , Utah Tech University , Wayne State University , West Virginia University
The Global UGRAD Program would not be a success without the dedicated partnership of over 80 universities across the United States each academic year. Through the rigorous host application and selection process, World Learning gains new insights into the unique culture and diverse academic strengths that each university or college offers. This semester, World Learning is proud to partner with …
Academic Exchange , Academics , Africa , Alumni , American Host Institutions , East Asia and the Pacific , Haiti , Latin America and the Caribbean , Myanmar , Philippines , Presbyterian College , Professional Development , Saginaw Valley State University , Sub-Saharan Africa , University of Maine , Zimbabwe
With the beginning of National Women’s History Month in the United States and in honor of International Women’s Day on March 8th, current Global UGRAD students shared about women they believe have helped shape who they are today. Adrian Reister Fernandez, Philippines, University of Maine “Meet the women who molded me to become who I am today! My Wonder WoMom …
Alumni , University of Maine , Uzbekistan
Guzaloy recently hosted an in-depth webinar on being a Global UGRAD. She speaks about her experience adjusting to a different academic culture, traveling, and making new friends. If you are a prospective applicant or unfamiliar with the particulars of the program, this video is for you! Guzaloy Zakhirova, Uzbekistan, Global UGRAD 2018-2019, University of Maine
Albania , American Host Institutions , Armenia , Central Asia , Emporia State University , Eurasia , Kazakhstan , SUNY Plattsburgh , University of Maine
Now about halfway into their program, our Global UGRADs from Europe and Central Asia have had many opportunities to engage with their host communities. Their experiences have helped them gain insight into American life and build connections between their host communities and their communities back home. Check out some of their favorite experiences below! Dilnaz Imeramzayeva, Kazakhstan, SUNY – Plattsburgh: On …
Academic Exchange , Alumni , American University , Armenia , California State University - San Marcos , Cambodia , Career , Carroll College , Community Service , Emporia State University , Florida Gulf Coast University , Honduras , Jordan , Kansas State University , Kent State University , Kenya , Malaysia , Morocco , Mozambique , Northern Michigan University , Professional Development , University of Maine , University of Missouri , University of Nevada, Reno , University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire , Uzbekistan , Vietnam , West Virginia University
One of our favorite sayings is “Once a UGRAD, always a UGRAD.” Even when the U.S. portion of the Global UGRAD experience is over, alumni are always a part of this big and talented family. The lessons learned and knowledge gained during the exchange live on as alumni share their stories and dedicate efforts to shine brightly in their home …
Academics , Alumni , Diversity and Inclusion , Middle East and North Africa , Morocco , University of Maine
Morocco has been inhabited by the Amazigh, also known as the Berber ethnic group, since at least 5,000 years ago. It was a part of Mauretania, a region in the ancient Maghreb that stretched from today’s Algeria westwards to the Atlantic covering the northern part of Morocco and its Atlas mountains. By the 7th century, the land was conquered by …