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Women Who Empower: Jingyu Wang

Published: March 08, 2021

Colleen Wilcox

Jingyu Wang is hoping to redefine the meaning of a leader. As the executive director of the Beijing Global Gateway, Wang is working to change the focus from “leading” to “serving.” “The best leaders aren’t just motivating people to do the work; they’re helping and supporting them in a compassionate way,” says Wang.

How an experience abroad in high school taught Kate Cooper to say “yes” to more opportunities as an undergraduate

Published: January 13, 2021

Colleen Wilcox

Kate Cooper traveled to Rome, Italy with ND Pre-College in the summer of 2015 as a high school junior. What she didn’t know at the time was that this would shape her life significantly in the years to come.

Notre Dame partners with Fulbright COMEXUS to strengthen ties between US, Mexico universities

Published: October 22, 2020

Colleen Wilcox

The University of Notre Dame and partners are now accepting applications for the Becas Fulbright-García Robles COMEXUS Mexico Studies Chair, which funds a senior scholar from a Mexican university to be in residence for a semester.

Study abroad students reflect on their time in Puebla

Published: May 21, 2020

Colleen Wilcox

In spring 2020, students returned home from Puebla early due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. They reflect on how the experience, though short, impacted their lives.

Encounter ND: New collaboration strengthens ties in Asia, welcomes new students

Published: August 20, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

Encounter ND is a series of events and lectures meant to engage the Notre Dame community in Asia, reach out to University partners, and welcome incoming students through a series of pre-departure orientation sessions and international Hesburgh Lectures.

From Hong Kong to South Bend: Celebrating differences and taking advantage of opportunities

Published: February 19, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

James Luk ‘21 is an international student from Hong Kong majoring in political science with a minor in computing digital technologies. Luk is a Kellogg International Scholar, Notre Dame International Security Center Undergraduate Fellow, founder of the Hong Kong Student Association at Notre Dame, and previous student intern at Notre Dame International.

Notre Dame ranked No. 2 in the nation for study abroad participation

Published: November 13, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

By the time they graduate, 73.7 percent of Notre Dame undergraduate students will have participated in study abroad.

From jazz clubs to buskers: A music student’s experience of London

Published: August 17, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

Describing music as “a way to experience community," Alex Mansour stepped away from his life in South Bend and threw himself into the dynamic and limitless musical culture of England’s capital city.

Shedding light on higher education and culture in Japan: NDI's Kyle Sturges receives Fulbright Award

Published: March 29, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

Study Abroad Assistant Director Kyle Sturges is one of 10 recipients in the country to receive the grant for the International Education Administrators (IEA) seminar. He will participate in the seminar with the goal to help connect U.S international education professionals with higher education systems abroad.

Women Who Empower: Thaïs Burmeister Pires

Published: March 08, 2021

Colleen Wilcox

A clinical psychologist by trade, Thaïs Burmeister Pires is on a mission to enrich the lives of people around her. It started with her three daughters. “Ever since they were little, I always empowered them to be whatever they wanted to be,” says Pires. “That empowerment started with a strong education and an experience outside of their comfort zone.”

Notre Dame ranks top 10 in nation for study abroad participation

Published: November 18, 2020

Colleen Wilcox

The Institute of International Education ranks Notre Dame seventh among doctorate-granting universities for undergraduate study abroad participation during the 2018-19 academic year.

Notre Dame signs agreement with Yad Vashem promoting Holocaust education and research

Published: September 09, 2020

Colleen Wilcox

The University and its global network, including the University of Notre Dame at Tantur in Jerusalem, signed a memorandum of understanding agreement with Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center.

Mexico City Global Center to launch new virtual lecture series

Published: May 04, 2020

Colleen Wilcox

A new series of virtual lectures will launch in May, highlighting the current work and partnerships between the University of Notre Dame and Mexico. Lecture topics include economic development and public finance, medicine and culture, and the spread of vector-borne diseases in Mexico.

Fusing faith and action: Community Based Learning (CBL) celebrates 10 years in Ireland

Published: August 06, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

CBL orientation day, Spring 2015, where participants meet their mentors and learn a little about the site where they will volunteer for the semester. 2019 marks ten years of collaboration between the Notre Dame Dublin Global Gateway…

Chinese Culture Society hosts Chinese New Year events for students

Published: February 18, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

Students from the Chinese Culture Society organized a special event to celebrate the Chinese New Year on February 8, 2019. At the North and South Dining Halls on campus, all students were invited to celebrate the year of the pig with festive decorations and traditional Asian cuisine.

Through her lens: Art alumna captures untold story in Kylemore

Published: October 01, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

Growing up in a traditional Irish and Catholic family, Mary McGraw was always fascinated by Ireland. During her sophomore year at Notre Dame, she applied to the Inside Track program, spending time at both the Dublin Global Gateway and Kylemore Abbey Global Centre. As an artist, she was drawn to the landscape and the story behind the Kylemore castle.

A social experience in Jerusalem

Published: August 09, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

As a first generation college student at Notre Dame, Hardy sees it as his mission to help bring a global perspective to everyone through his social media presence.

Notre Dame professor hosts international conference on diversity and inclusion in the classroom

Published: February 04, 2021

Colleen Wilcox

An international colloquium series on diversity and inclusion in the classroom attracted nearly 1,500 participants from public, private, charter, and religious sectors across thirteen countries.

New initiative supports international students unable to return to campus

Published: November 02, 2020

Colleen Wilcox

Notre Dame International has launched a new initiative to better support international students unable to return to campus for the current academic semester and beyond.

Notre Dame International introduces new virtual series focused on global challenges during pandemic and beyond

Published: June 12, 2020

Colleen Wilcox

Notre Dame International (NDI) is launching a new series of virtual events dedicated to internationalizing conversations and introducing diverse perspectives. NDI’s Global Roundtable Series will partner with various departments and institutes across campus, as well as feature leaders from partner universities and institutions around the world.

Notre Dame International to celebrate International Education Week Nov. 18-22

Published: November 14, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

Notre Dame International, with support from other campus departments and organizations, is celebrating International Education Week (IEW) from November 18-22. IEW is a national event coordinated by the U.S. Department of State and Department of Education to celebrate and promote global exchange between the United States and other countries.…

International Summer Undergraduate Research Experience program connects international scholars to Notre Dame faculty

Published: August 01, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

The International Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (iSURE) program is expanding to include even more university partners around the world. Last spring, Notre Dame International entered into a new partnership with Cummins College of Engineering for Women, Pune…

Record number of Notre Dame students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad

Published: December 07, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

Gilman Scholars receive up to $5,000 to apply toward their study abroad or internship program costs. The program offers grants for U.S. citizen undergraduate students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies or internships abroad, thereby gaining skills critical to our national security and economic competitiveness.

The Insider Project: Exploring ethnic identity and self-esteem in Vietnam

Published: September 05, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

Tony Do with two other student research assistants at Imperial City, Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Notre Dame senior Tony Do didn’t know what to expect when he landed in Vietnam for the first time. His uncle was picking him up first thing in the morning to drive him to the grave site of past relatives. It was...

Notre Dame community in India celebrated with special event

Published: July 05, 2018

Colleen Wilcox

The Mumbai Global Center event was held to celebrate the Notre Dame community in India and welcome newly admitted students. The event is in its third year and helps showcase the growth of Notre Dame’s undergraduate and high school engagements in India.