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Alumni , Cambodia , Florida Gulf Coast University , Guatemala , Kent State University , Kosovo , Philippines , San Francisco State University
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Alumni , Cambodia , Florida Gulf Coast University , Guatemala , Kent State University , Kosovo , Philippines , San Francisco State University
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Academic Exchange , Alumni , Cambodia , Emporia State University , Kansas State University , Kenya , North Central College , Philippines , Ukraine , Western Kentucky University
As snow descends on much of the United States, the majority of the spring 2024 Global UGRAD students are busy unpacking their bags and settling into campus life for the semester, while others are finishing penultimate preparations in their home countries before their departure later this month. Equally important to all the new experiences each student will have in the …
Albania , Armenia , Emporia State University , End of Program Worshop , Honduras , Kyrgyzstan , Malaysia , Northern Michigan University , Philippines , Portland State University , SUNY Plattsburgh , University of Missouri , University of Northern Iowa , University of the Incarnate Word , University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
In the weeks leading up to this fall’s End of Program Workshop, Global UGRAD participants submitted photos to the UGRAD Photo Contest that culminated at the workshop in Washington, D.C. Participants could submit one photo for each of the following five categories: American Experiences, Fall Fun, Sharing Culture, School Spirit, and Community Service. Submissions had to be photos participants had …
American Host Institutions , Bridgewater State University , Central Asia , Community Service , East Asia and the Pacific , Egypt , Emporia State University , Experiencing America , Honduras , India , Kyrgyzstan , Kyrgyzstan , Latin America and the Caribbean , Middle East and North Africa , New England College , Philippines , South Asia , SUNY Plattsburgh , The U.S. Perspective , Towson University , Towson University , University of Wisconsin - Green Bay , Zimbabwe
Each semester, Global UGRAD students across the United States complete a minimum of 20 hours of community service to fulfill their Global UGRAD program requirement. This fall, students embraced the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to their host communities by doing everything from volunteering at local charitable organizations to cleaning up local parks and gardens. Below are highlights from some of …
Academic Exchange , Alumni , american connections , Cambodia , Diversity and Inclusion , Emporia State University , Experiencing America , Grand Valley State University , Philippines , University of Nothern Iowa , Venezuela
As summer bids adieu and the vibrant colors of fall paint the landscape, there’s an undeniable magic that sweeps across the United States. For Global UGRADs, this season brings forth a variety of experiences unlike any other. The crisp air, the rustling leaves, and the pumpkin-spiced everything create an unforgettable immersion into the cultural richness of autumn in the United …
Academic Exchange , Alumni , Indonesia , Missouri State University , New England College , Palestinian Territories , Philippines , University of Wyoming , Wayne State University , Zimbabwe
The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (UGRAD) is a space for risk-takers. Many Global UGRADs had seldom travelled outside their home countries; far fewer had ever stepped foot in the United States. Nonetheless, they arrived with open minds and enthusiasm, excited to experience both the beauty and the challenges in the semester ahead. Becoming entirely immersed in a new language, environment, …
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 …
Academic Exchange , Academics , Guatemala , Haiti , Indonesia , Iowa Wesleyan University , Kansas State University , Laos , Minnesota State University - Mankato , Missouri State University , Niger , Niger , Philippines , St. Cloud State University , Tajikistan , Troy University , University of Central Missouri , University of Wyoming , Uzbekistan
During last month’s End of Program Workshop, the winning images of the Global UGRAD photo contest were featured during the final dinner celebration. The World Learning team received an overwhelming number of photos from participants this semester, and as is tradition, the team selected a few favorites! – Hali Abdoulaye Aboubacar (Niger, Minnesota State University Mankato) roasting marshmallows with friends. – …
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 …
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 …