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A Black Scholar’s Journey in Shaping Study Abroad Programs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dabney is director of Earlham’s Institute for Education on Japan (IEJ). In this role, he oversees and leads Earlham’s various Japan-related outreach activities, including its study abroad partnerships with schools such as Waseda University in Tokyo. colleges studying in Japan and students from Japan studying in the U.S.,”

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Here are 7 ways liberal arts colleges can use study abroad to remain competitive

University Business

The value of a college degree from a small liberal arts school is often tied to a more intimate, meaningful higher education experience.Global education is garnering increasing interest, making study abroad an essential component for institutions striving to attract a shrinking pool of prospective students.

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Indiana University Launches Global Gateway office in Ghana

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It is designed to strengthen and broaden the institution’s global engagement across world regions, and it serves to facilitate academic activities from faculty workshops and education abroad to student recruitment and alumni events, allowing different stakeholders of the IU community to explore areas of mutual interest with local partners throughout (..)

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Why Do So Few American Students Study Abroad?

Edu Alliance Journal

However, the number of Americans studying abroad in 2020-21 was 14,549 compared to 162,633 in 2019-20 and the high watermark of 350,000 in 2018-19. The chart below shows how long US students study overseas. Of the 350,000 students in 2018-19 who studied overseas, the majority either studied abroad for a summer or a short term.

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UT Austin Receives $2.5 million Gift to Bolster Global Resources and Coursework

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The initiative seeks to create new and updated international business course offerings; scholarships for study abroad and other experiences; enhanced advising services; and broader outreach to alumni who can be speakers, mentors, and potential employers. The gift will fund the Brimble Global Impact Initiative.

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Fostering Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Charles Alexander is shown with Kiet Lam, president of the AAP alumni network. Established 53 years ago and built on principles of social justice, AAP’s mission is to create and administer innovative academic programs for students historically underrepresented in higher education. Courtesy of Dr. Charles Alexander Dr. Charles J.

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Small College America – Profile: Davidson College

Edu Alliance Journal

Collectively, these colleges have further strengthened my belief in the diversity, resilience, and enduring importance of American higher education and reaffirmed the vital role that small colleges continue to play in communities across the country. Signature programs include the Center for Civic Engagement and Humanities Seminars.