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Announcing the new ICGC Director

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Dr. Anant Maringanti has been named Director of the Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change (ICGC). He will start in the position later this spring.

New book provides inspiration, guidance for international and intercultural education

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The "Power of One," a new open-access book published by the University of Minnesota Libraries, illustrates how through developing programs and redesigning courses, faculty can build a better tomorrow through international and intercultural education.

Best Wishes for the New Year

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As 2024 comes to a close, all of us at the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance extend our gratitude and warmest wishes to you—our colleagues, partners, supporters, and friends from the University and around the world.

CARLA participates in ACTFL convention

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Leaders of CARLA's Social Justice in Language Education initiative and Equity and Access to State Seals of Biliteracy initiative presented.

Celebrating 10 years of cross-cultural friendships

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The Students Crossing Borders living learning community brought together students from all over the world to live together, sharing their cultures and forming lifelong friendships. Alumni of the program recently gathered for a reunion weekend to celebrate 10 years since they met in Middlebrook Hall. 

A Time to Celebrate Our Global University

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Today marks the first day of International Education Week, which is a time to celebrate and reflect on all we have accomplished together.

International students gain leadership skills at retreat

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At a two-day retreat, international student leaders led participants in discussions and exercises to enhance communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Cultural studies act as both window and mirror

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Studying other cultures is a way to learn both about the world and yourself, according to Ana Forcinito, professor of Latin American Literature and Cultural Studies in the College of Liberal Arts.

International insurance rates increase on November 1

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Rates for international medical, security, and evacuation insurance for University-purpose travel will increase on November 1, 2024.

Scholarship aims to increase study abroad among first-generation students

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First-generation students have a new source of funding for study abroad, thanks to a new scholarship from the Learning Abroad Center.