The Division of International Studies hosted two events in October. If you couldn’t attend these events, don’t worry, the videos from University of Wisconsin-Extension’s Instructional Communications Systems are now available. Did you know that the …
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Story by Steve Barcus, International Division
Media Coverage: UW-Madison Top 10 in National Study Abroad Ranking
The Badger Herald — November 17, 2010 “UW study abroad programs ranked in top ten nationally” EXCERPT: In the 2008-2009 academic year, 2,230 students studied abroad, and that number has the potential to increase due …
[TDC] Chancellor Recognizes Power in Global Economy
The Daily Cardinal — November 16, 2010 “Chancellor recognizes power in global economy, Martin’s trip to China a worthwhile experience” EXCERPT: UW-Madison has made great headway when it comes to reaching out to China. Chancellor …
[IHE] The Not So Open Door
Inside Higher Ed — November 18, 2010 “The Not So Open Door” EXCERPT: But two things have changed. The most obvious is the scale of the movement of students across state borders and national borders. …
UW-Madison Top 10 in National Study Abroad Ranking
UW News Release — November 16, 2010 Madison, WI – Record numbers of University of Wisconsin–Madison students are earning some of their academic credit abroad, an increase that exceeds the national average. What is more, …
International Internships Program to Host Development Workshops During International Opportunities Month
Do you have any contacts in companies that work internationally? Colleagues in overseas labs that might host our students? A international site where you’ve worked and to which you’d like to return with a group …
Chancellor Martin Reflects on November Trip to Asia
UW News Release – November 15, 2010 Chancellor Biddy Martin recently returned from a 12-day trip to Beijing, Hong Kong, and Taipei and reports that the university’s presence and visibility in East Asia is continuing …
[CHE] China Props Up Number of Foreign Students in the U.S.
The Chronicle of Higher Education – November 15, 2010 “China Props Up Foreign Students’ Numbers in U.S.” EXCERPT: Enrollments from China shot up 30 percent in the 2009-10 academic year, according to the Institute of …
[USA Today] College Study Abroad Suffers its First Decline
USA Today – November 15, 2010 EXCERPT: The number of U.S. students earning college credit abroad dipped in 2008-09, the first decline in the 22 years since the data have been tracked, a State Department-funded …
[IHE] Economy Does Not Stymie Study Abroad
Inside Higher Ed – November 15, 2010 EXCERPT: Worries that the worldwide economic downturn would trigger a slip in international education should be largely alleviated by this year’s “Open Doors” report, which shows that during …