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Scholars at AABHE Conference Discuss Strategic Responses to Anti-DEI Legislation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

received the Dr. John Hope Franklin Award presented by Diverse at this year's AABHE conference. Chancler was joined by Tiana Key, assistant director of FYE at the University of Central Missouri, who launched the service-learning trip to Jamaica as a way to boost Black student participation in study abroad.

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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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Study Abroad in College

Great College Advice

Study Abroad in college has become, for many, an essential part of the university experience. Study abroad programs can be a great way to immerse yourself in a different culture, travel to new places, and become more acquainted with the world around us. How should study abroad factor into your college choices?

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On-Site Study Abroad Support: Benefits of a Program Director and Location Staff

AIFS Abroad

Studying or interning abroad is an exciting, life-changing experience, but navigating a new country, culture, and academic environment can be challenging, especially if you have to do it alone. These professionals are stationed in your study abroad or international internship city to help you and support you from arrival to departure.

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Student Perspective: The Impact of International Education

AIFS Abroad

As part of this celebration, we’re putting a spotlight on a few of our study abroad and international internship program participants who embraced these opportunities and have discovered the impact of going abroad firsthand. How did your international education experience impact you personally?

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Student Spotlight: Abby’s Fall Semester In Florence, Italy 

AIFS Abroad

Eager to follow in the footsteps of a college student who studied abroad in Italy ? We recently caught up with AIFS Abroad participant Abby from Chapman University who did a study abroad program in the historic city of Florence during fall semester. Linakis Scholarship.

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Alumni Spotlight: Brent’s 1971 Study Abroad Experience in Aix-en-Provence, France

AIFS Abroad

Calling all AIFS alumni : Did you study abroad in Aix-en-Provence in 1971? In the process of getting in touch with us, he was inspired to tell his story and offer a unique glimpse into life studying abroad in Europe in the early 1970s. “Take advantage of all the opportunities which are presented to you.