March 15, 2021
When Campbell classes moved online last year, Conversation and Composition Spanish classes faced a dilemma. Taught by Dr. René Ibarra an Associate, professor of Spanish in the Foreign Language Department, the classes rely heavily on student conversations to build fluency. Not only was in-person interaction limited, but with a number of restrictions to travel, all Study Abroad plans came to a sudden stop, and the “Study in Spain Program” for summer 2021 was cancelled. These challenges prompted the question: What can we do to bring culture, and expose students to the Spanish language when we cannot travel or socialize on or even outside campus?
March 11, 2021
Isadora Helfgott
The chair of the University of Wyoming’s Department of History and American Studies has been named UW’s associate vice provost for global engagement.
Isadora Helfgott oversees UW’s Global Engagement Office, created as part of UW’s strategic plan, which calls for expanded recruitment of international students and greater engagement of faculty and students in international education. She has held the position as an interim appointee since last summer.
“Dr. Helfgott has demonstrated excellent leadership ability and vision in leading this office on an interim basis, and we’re excited that she will continue in this role without the ‘interim’ label,” Interim Provost Anne Alexander says.
International travel has been suspended for University students for fall 2020 and spring 2021 semesters. And even though abroad options for the summer and the 2021-2022 school year seem uncertain, the Global Engagement Office said UM will be making decisions as early as February.Â
âPer UMâs International Travel policy, UM will review the Department of Stateâs Travel Advisories and Centers for Disease Control Health Notices as the primary basis for decision-making, but will also look at factors such as the availability of vaccinations,â Marja Unkuri-Chaudry, the director of education abroad and partnerships at the Global Engagement Office stated in an email.
By Linda M
Updated January 21, 2021
Updated January 21, 2021
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If you’re an international student dreaming of studying in Italy, chances are you’re struggling to narrow down your options – between beautiful landscapes, great cultural spots and tasty local cuisines, there are simply too many great cities to choose from.
Padua is one of them. Located in the north of the country and not too far from Venice, this picturesque city is an incredibly popular study destination.
We spoke to international students at the University of Padua to find out what it’s like to live and study in Italy, and what makes Padua an ideal place to study abroad.
December 10, 2020
Three University of Wyoming students recently received the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study or work as interns abroad during the academic year.
The students, including their hometowns, majors and where they will do their internships, are: Batavia, Ill. Carlee Simpson, a junior majoring in zoology, is participating in an internship program with Kaya Responsible Travel, an ethical travel company with a focus on volunteering abroad. Colorado Springs, Colo. Joanna Burgi, a sophomore majoring in social work and minoring in international studies, is participating in an international business and economics program through International Studies Abroad in Prague, Czech Republic.