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.
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.
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.
Universitas 21 Health Research Exchange (U21HREx): Technology Innovations in Public Health
Join us on Tuesday, May 14th, at 9 am EDT/2 pm IST for a virtual Universitas 21 Health Research Exchange (U21HREx) event titled;"Technology Innovations in Public Health".
View Event Details for Universitas 21 Health Research Exchange (U21HREx): Technology Innovations in Public HealthInternational students and scholars may have questions about whether it is acceptable to participate in demonstrations and protests while they are in the United States.
ISSS wants you to be aware of scams that sometimes target international students and scholars.
What are scams?
Scams are illegal schemes aimed at stealing money from you. Scammers impersonate government agencies or companies and use fear tactics to threaten you into paying them or sharing your personal information, such as date of birth, social security number, bank account or credit card information, etc.
“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.