Global Initiatives News
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.
Welsh Awarded 'Fund for Education Abroad' Scholarship
Emmanuella Welsh (Class of 2024) will use her scholarship to fund summer study abroad in South Korea
Juwillie Named 2023 Payne Fellow
The USAID Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship Program supports outstanding individuals who are interested in pursuing careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Agency for...
Experience the Emerald Isle in a Miami education abroad program
Faculty Research Profile: Sina Esteky
Concentrating on branding and marketing in different cultural contexts, Sina Esteky conducts research that spans multiple continents.
Conn Selected for Fulbright Specialist Program
Dr. Steven Conn (History) has been selected to conduct a Fulbright project in Timișoara, Romania.
Miami employees celebrate 15, 25, 30 years of service
Employees who have 15, 25 and 30 years of service were honored at a reception Feb. 15
Global Initiatives Launches Ambassador in Residence Program
Miami welcomes alumnus Carlo Krieger to campus, February 28–March 15
Bulanda Accepted into Virtual Exchange Academy
Dr. Jennifer Bulanda (Sociology and Gerontology) was selected to join the 2023 Virtual Exchange Academy through the Stevens Initiative.
Top Ten Reasons to Apply for a Faculty-Led Summer Abroad/Away Program
With deadlines approaching soon, now is the time to apply to study abroad this summer in a Miami faculty-led program
Miami faculty world-premieres feature film at international festival
“Rachel Hendrix” will premiere at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which takes place February 8-18.
Global Business Brigades bring financial lessons to rural Panama entrepreneurs
Several Miami and Farmer School students spent part of their winter break in Panama, but it wasn't for vacation.
Six Miami students, alumni named semifinalists in Fulbright competition
Four Miami seniors and two alumni will learn this spring whether they will receive the Fulbright grants.
A Luxembourg Semester Leads to a Travel Milestone
After completing a recent trip to Antarctica, Assistant Director of Miami in Luxembourg Kimberly Miller can say she has been to all seven continents—and it all started with studying abroad.
Two Miami Students Named Gilman Scholars
Immaculee Ingabire and Anthony Petulla received Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to help fund their study abroad experiences this year.
Raval Receives Internationalization Award
The Excellence in Internationalization Award recognizes exemplary leadership in driving internationalization between CHRIST University and Miami.
Miami graduate realizes dream as U.S. ambassador
Shefali Razdan Duggal ’93 serves as U.S. ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands
Gift to strengthen commitment between Farmer School, South Korea
A new gift from the founders of an Ohio chemical company will continue to help FSB's ties with South Korea.
Where in the World is Miami: Thailand
Study abroad experiences in Luxembourg encouraged alumna Olivia Casey (Class of 2022) to teach high school math in Suphanburi, Thailand.
