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Global UGRAD Bucket Lists
September 21, 2023

Global UGRAD Bucket Lists

Alumni , Cambodia , El Salvador , Experiencing America , Georgia , Georgia College and State University , Grand Valley State University , Philippines , University of Wisconsin - Green Bay

Long before they arrive in the United States, Global UGRAD students spend countless hours contemplating what they hope to experience during their exchange program. Now that all the fall 2023 UGRAD participants are settling into life at their host institutions, World Learning asked them to list the things they most hope to do or experience during their time here. What …

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Host Partner Feature: Western Washington University
September 21, 2023

Host Partner Feature: Western Washington University

Academic Exchange , Algeria , Alumni , American Host Institutions , Asia , Countries , Diversity and Inclusion , Egypt , Eurasia , Experiencing America , Host Feature , Malaysia , Paraguay , Partner Feature , The U.S. Perspective , Ukraine , Western Washington University

This month, World Learning is thrilled to spotlight Western Washington University (WWU), which is located in Bellingham, Washington. To shed light on WWU’s commitment to international students, World Learning reached out to Richard Bruce, Director of International Student & Scholar Services, who has played a pivotal role in supporting Global UGRAD participants. Let’s dive into the conversation with Richard to …

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What Global UGRADs Are Bringing to the U.S.
August 25, 2023

What Global UGRADs Are Bringing to the U.S.

Academic Exchange , Alumni , Armenia , Brunei , Montenegro , New England College , Palestinian Territories , University of Central Missouri , University of the Incarnate Word , Wayne State University

By now, more than half of the students have moved into their dorms while the rest are eagerly sorting their items and packing their luggage in preparation for the journey to the United States. Though they have limited space in their suitcases, Global UGRADs always make room for items that are meaningful to them. They may bring things that serve …

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Host Site Visits: Minnesota State University Mankato & Missouri State University
May 19, 2023

Host Site Visits: Minnesota State University Mankato & Missouri State University

Alumni , Guatemala , Haiti , Honduras , Indonesia , Laos , Minnesota State University - Mankato , Missouri State University , Nepal , Niger , Niger , Palestinian Territories , South Korea , Ukraine

  Minnesota State University Mankato This semester, Global UGRAD Program Officer Sarah Halligan had the opportunity to visit Minnesota State University (MNSU) Mankato. It was an opportunity to meet with various departments within the university and also meet the five students who attended MNSU Mankato this spring: Abdoulaye Hali Aboubacar (Niger), Ayu Silvia (Indonesia), Khamla Invongkham (Laos), Sharon Colindres (Honduras), and …

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Host Partner Feature: North Central College
May 19, 2023

Host Partner Feature: North Central College

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , American Host Institutions , Belarus , Dominican Republic , Experiencing America , India , North Central College , Partner Feature , Tajikistan

World Learning is excited to feature North Central College (NCC) in this month’s Host Partner Feature! For the Spring 2023 term, North Central College was home to four Global UGRAD students: Volha Bahdanava (Belarus), Arayan Khare (India), Maria Gonzalez (Dominican Republic), and Makedon Yunoev (Tajikistan). Ann (Annie) Carnell, the Associate Director of International Enrollment Management, shared with World Learning how North …

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Community Service Spotlight: Spring 2023
April 26, 2023

Community Service Spotlight: Spring 2023

Alumni , Belarus , Community Service , Haiti , Indonesia , Iowa Wesleyan University , Kansas State University , Kazakhstan , Philippines , St. Cloud State University , University of Central Missouri , University of Wyoming

As one of their program requirements, Global UGRAD participants complete a minimum of 20 hours of community service during their semester in the United States. For many students, this becomes one of the most meaningful and inspirational activities they take part in during the program. Continue reading for a selection of highlights from community service activities that participants completed in …

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Alumni Spotlight: Serbia
April 26, 2023

Alumni Spotlight: Serbia

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , american connections , American Host Institutions , Diversity and Inclusion , Eurasia , Experiencing America , Professional Development , Serbia , Wright State University

Hello! My name is Milica Knezevic, and I am from Serbia. I attended Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio during the fall semester of 2017. I studied information technologies and software engineering. I am a wheelchair user and an active lobbyist for the rights of people, especially women, with disabilities, and for raising awareness about the challenges we face daily. After …

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Experiencing America: UGRAD Travel Stories
April 26, 2023

Experiencing America: UGRAD Travel Stories

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 …

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Host Partner Feature: University of Central Missouri
April 26, 2023

Host Partner Feature: University of Central Missouri

Academics , Africa , american connections , American Host Institutions , Asia , Central Asia , East Asia and the Pacific , Eurasia , Haiti , Host Feature , Indonesia , Latin America and the Caribbean , Mozambique , Nicaragua , South Korea , Sub-Saharan Africa , Turkmenistan , Ukraine , University of Central Missouri

World Learning is excited to showcase the University of Central Missouri (UCM) in this month’s host partner feature! UCM is currently home to seven Global UGRAD participants: Medgunowsky Balthazar II Laguerre (Haiti), Qori Fadila (Indonesia), Sheila Jamal (Mozambique), Holman Castro (Nicaragua), Cheolmin Park (South Korea), Bibinyyaz Omarova (Turkmenistan), and Orest Matsiyevsky (Ukraine). Wesley Hobson, Coordinator of Exchange and Sponsored Programs at UCM, shared how …

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Host Site Visit: University of Wyoming
March 15, 2023

Host Site Visit: University of Wyoming

Academics , American Host Institutions , Ethiopia , Honduras , Laos , Mongolia , Partner Feature , Philippines , Russia , University of Wyoming

This spring, World Learning will visit four Global UGRAD host campuses across the country. Visiting partner universities and colleges affords World Learning staff the opportunity to get an ‘on-the-ground’ experience and meet university staff and students in person. This month, Global UGRAD program officer, Jordan Ferrick, visited the University of Wyoming – home of the Cowboys! The University of Wyoming (UW) is …

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