Four University of Wisconsin–Madison students are among more than 700 undergraduates from 341 colleges and universities across the United States awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s …
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UW Global Gateway offers funded, short-term study abroad opportunities
Students at the University of Wisconsin–Madison who are curious about studying abroad, but still reluctant about plunging into an overseas experience will have a new way to test international waters, starting next summer. International Academic …
UW students find lasting impact in Feng Shui program in Beijing
The Chinese Culture, Arts, Design and Feng Shui Program is described as a faculty-led seminar that takes students to Beijing to learn about the Chinese concept of Feng Shui, its application and impact on Chinese …
Alumni profile: Kihslinger’s ‘splinter’ sparks passion for global outreach
As a child, Emi Kihslinger always had a metaphorical “splinter in her finger”— the thought wedged in the back of her mind that she had been born into a more fortunate situation than many others …
The European Union Center of Excellence 2014 Research Travel Grant Competition
The University of Wisconsin-Madison EUCE has resources available for the study of the European Union, Europe and/or EU-US relations. The EUCE will grant a small number of travel awards of up to $1,000 to University …
Ambassador Kelly talks about careers in diplomatic service
For Chicago native Ian Kelly, the term “home” isn’t restricted to just one location in the world. Since embarking upon a career as a Foreign Service officer nearly 30 years ago, Kelly has lived in …
International students play vital role at World Languages Day
While preparing a presentation about this home country, Surendra Prajapati posted a question on his Facebook page: “Nepali friends, what would you like American high school students to know about Nepal?” Prajapati, a doctoral student …
Seminars, services help international students navigate cultural adjustments
Going away to college far from home can be a challenging transition for any student, but those coming from a different country and culture often find the experience particularly overwhelming. For newly arrived international students …
Counterterrorism expert talks foreign policy with UW students
Years before becoming the first American officer to direct Russian forces in counterinsurgency missions, an award-winning author, and widely recognized authority on counter-terrorism, U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Robert Schaefer was “that kid.” “That kid” had …
EU ambassador to talk at UW–Madison on transatlantic trade pact
Ambassador João Vale de Almeida, who heads the European Union delegation to the United States, will give a free, public lecture on “TTIP: Taking the EU-US Partnership to the Next Level,” Tuesday, Nov. 19, at …