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Symposium Recap: Global Classrooms Students Excel in the Face of War, Displacement
On April 29, 2024, Global Classrooms course “Borders and Memory Making in Times of War” hosted their end-of-year symposium, showcasing student projects developed across borders and time zones, amid a global conflict.
Why Should You Study Abroad as a STEM Student?
Think study abroad is not for STEM majors? Think again! Study abroad can give you an edge in the job market–expanding your networking and building employable skills. Learn how a Maryland-led winter program helped Jack, a computer science major, stand out during a job interview.
UMD-Led Study Abroad Program in Cuba Celebrates 10 Years
The chance to build cross-cultural relationships and engage in dialogue is a hallmark of the program. Although the Cuba program is marking one decade as a UMD-led, graduate-level experience, its success in building solidarity and fostering intellectual interchanges between Cuban and U.S. educators and scholars goes back to 1994.
“Think Globally, Act Locally!” Do Good Innovators Build Bridges Between Students & International Communities
Dr. Justine DeCamillis and Dr. Sarah Kilmer from the College Park Scholars program, have teamed up alongside their students to support local Afghan refugees in the greater College Park area.
Fearless Fulbrights: Dr. Mohammad Gharipour
2024 Distinguished ACSA Professor Dr. Mohammad Gharipour shares his experience working with students at National University of Singapore, teaching a course on health and architecture, and the enduring impact of gaining new ways of thinking abroad.
Education Abroad Launches Community Coffee Hours to Build Inclusive Support Network
Education Abroad launched Community Coffee Hours this semester to form connections and a support network for students interested, planning or recently returned from study abroad