Global Initiatives News
After 10 years, Miami’s annual winter term still making an impact
Miami students made nearly 6,200 trips abroad and away in January from 2014-2023, according to Global Initiatives
Jordan Fenton Receives NEH Exhibition Implementation Grant as Co-Author
Jordan Fenton, Associate Professor of Art History, was awarded a $500,000 National Endowment for the Humanities, Exhibition Implementation Grant, along with Amanda M. Maples (Project Director and C...
‘Opportunities don’t end at the borders’
Miami University celebrates 55 years in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Kelsey Norris ‘24 spent time in Uruguay to work with and learn from local feminist leaders.
Sviatlana Tsikhaniouskaya spoke to students about the protests for democracy in her home country and how she is working with global leaders to make this a reality.
European history tour offers Regionals students new experiences, cultural views
Miami faculty member’s trips grow in popularity as word spreads about how fun they are
Surviving culture shock (Part 1: studying abroad)
Hear about the revelations that arise while studying abroad, ways to deal with culture shock, and about learning how to live on your own
Oh, how you’ll grow (Part 2: studying away)
Hear about the power of networking, finding the confidence to live the life you want, and about learning how capable you really are
Karla Guinigundo’s MacMillan Hall office filled with keepsakes from her travels
The director of global partnerships hopes to motivate students to accept the challenge of adding a global experience into their academic or professional development plans
Latin Grammy-winning flutist Nestor Torres will perform and speak on the Oxford and Regionals campuses and lead a music clinic at Talawanda High School
Belarus opposition leader to deliver the Havighurst Lecture this fall
Havighurst Center for Russian and Post-Soviet Studies welcomes Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, the 2020 Belarusian opposition leader.
Art Museum to hold Heritage Symposium Oct 5-6
In conjunction with the current exhibition, Heritage: Shaping Past, Present, Future a two-day symposium is being held at the Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM) at Miami University. Partici...
A study abroad champion gives back to Miami
Alumna Elizabeth 'Betsy' Salt (Western College Class of 1974) makes education abroad a reality for Miami students
Angel Luo receives Ohio International Student Award
Yonglin 'Angel' Luo has been named as undergraduate winner for the OIC 2023 Outstanding International Student Award.
When the funeral bills mounted, #MoveInMiami made a difference
After a graduate student sends much of his stipend to his family in Africa, he receives an unexpected gift to pay for food and a winter jacket
“A one of a kind, unique opportunity to study abroad in the heart of Europe as a graduate student”
Miami University to help support broadband and 5G workforce development strategy in Southwest Ohio
Recently, Miami University was announced by Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted to be part of a new Southwest Ohio regional hub, one of six regional hubs created to expand Ohio’s Broadband and 5G Se...
Batchelor Selected for Fulbright Specialist Program
Dr. Katherine Batchelor (Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry) has been selected to the Fulbright Specialist Roster.
Global Initiatives Staff Present at NAFSA Conference
Global Initiatives staff presented at sessions of the 2023 NAFSA Conference in Washington, DC.
Two awarded Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants
Lindsey Brinkman and Evan Moody are among 125 students nationwide to receive the award.
Matthew Sweet receives Freeman-ASIA Award
Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA) provide scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia.
Five Miami students named Gilman Scholars
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships help fund study abroad experiences.
Luxembourg plaque unveiling honors one of Miami’s most immersive intercultural experiences
“It’s a thing of beauty and opportunity for education majors like no other.”
A daughter's decision advances her mother's dream
Mother and daughter Hanaa and Atheer Alghamdi are simultaneously pursuing master's degrees at Miami.
ELLWC consultant shares research at ECWCA conference
English Language Learner Writing Center consultant Lorelyn Nolte (Class of 2023) spoke on the application of Vygostkyan theory and the zone of proximal development (ZPD).
LYNX Project Art Song Concert to take place Thursday May 4th
This Thursday May 4th, 2023 at 7:30 pm, the Miami University Department of Music will host a unique collaboration between the LYNX Project, the Miami University Voice Studios, and the Miami Univers...
Perkins selected for Fulbright UK Summer Institute
The Fulbright UK Summer Institutes are three to four week programs for U.S. undergraduate students, who have no or very little travel experience outside North America.
A Translation of Silence: The 2023 César Chávez Day Celebration
A student reflects on the power of words to foster connection, change hearts, and make a difference.
Five Miamians offered Fulbright awards to conduct research or teach abroad
Recipients of Fulbright awards are selected in an open, merit-based competition that considers leadership potential, academic and/or professional achievement, and record of service.
CCA Global Readiness Certificate Cohort Announced
Twenty-four students from the College of Creative Arts join Miami's GRC Program
Fulbright IEA Grant Enables Young to Explore Internationalization of Higher Education in Taiwan
Associate Vice President of Global Initiatives Dr. Cheryl Young recently met with educational experts in Taiwan as part of a Fulbright International Education Administrators grant.
Global Initiatives Staff Present at "Across the Divide" Conference
Global Initiatives staff were part of several sessions at Miami's Diversity and Inclusion showcase.
