Honors Borders and Bridges winter term program visiting the "Corniche" in Luxembourg City, January 2023

Spring Study Abroad Provider Fair

Join us for the chance to meet with 15+ study abroad providers! Learn about co-sponsored, exchange, and approved programs. In addition, representatives from Miami faculty-led programs and the Luxembourg program (MUDEC) will be available to answer your questions and help you #FindYourPlace.

And a reminder to apply now for Summer 2023 Faculty-Led programs!  These workshops offer course credit in the arts, business, healthcare, humanities, foreign language, and more. Space is limited, so don't delay! Most programs have a deadline of March 1, although some accept applications on a rolling basis.

The start of the semester is the perfect time to set international students up for success in your course. Please strongly encourage them to get supplemental instruction at the English Language Learner Writing Center (ELLWC). Students can choose between on-campus appointments (in-person interaction with consultants) and written online appointments (a student’s paper is returned with comments and no in-person interaction). 

Reach out to the Coordinator of the ELLWC, Larysa Bobrova, to explore how the ELLWC can help your students maximize their success in your course.

As part of Miami’s efforts to promote and sustain an inclusive community, the Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion is excited to announce two important initiatives: 

1. Campus Climate Survey: Miami University will conduct its Campus Climate Survey 2023 from Jan. 25-March 1 to engage currently enrolled students, faculty, and staff in sharing their experiences on all campuses. Students, faculty, and staff will receive the emailed survey on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

To celebrate the survey, International Student and Scholar Services will host a Campus Climate Survey Awareness Party on Thursday, February 9 from 12:30- 2 p.m. in the International Student Center, 017 MacMillian Hall. There will be food, survey information, and the opportunity to take the survey on-site.

2. Canvas NameCoach: Information Technology Services and the Office for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion have partnered to provide access to NameCoach. This tool allows students, faculty and staff to record the correct pronunciation of their names and include that pronunciation on their Canvas profile and email signatures.

NameCoach is integrated with Canvas, so all instructors can know the pronunciation of  students’ names. Names are central aspects of our identities, and correctly pronouncing each name contributes to inclusion and belonging.

Immaculee Ingabire and Anthony Petulla received Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to help fund their study abroad experiences this year. Global Initiatives extends our congratulations to Miami's newest Gilman Scholars!

The Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship is funded by the U.S. Department of State and provides up to $5000 to help cover the costs of studying abroad for students who receive the Pell Grant. Join Global Initiatives at upcoming information sessions to learn more about the Gilman Scholarship and how to apply. The national deadline is March 9.

Funded by the U.S. Department of State, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides graduating seniors, graduate students, and recent graduates with the opportunity to conduct independent research, pursue a graduate degree, or teach English abroad. Join Global Initiatives at upcoming information sessions to learn more about Fulbright opportunities and the application process. Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year will be due in early Fall 2023.

Last Call: Join the Book Club!

Global Initiatives (GLI) and the Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion (OIDI) invite Miami staff to participate in a Spring 2023 book discussion focused on the 2020 NAFSA publication, Social Justice and International Education: Research, Practice, and Perspectives edited by Dr. LaNitra Berger. Dr. Berger is NAFSA President and Chair of the Board of Directors and Associate Professor of Art History and Director of African and African American Studies at George Mason University.

Discussion groups will take place at noon in the International Student Center (MacMillan Hall 017) on the following dates:

You are welcome to bring your lunch with you.  We ask that those who SIGN UP and receive a copy of the book (20 copies available) please commit to participating in at least three of the five discussion sessions. 

International Peer Orientation Leaders (iPOLs) are undergraduate or graduate students who assist ISSS with welcoming new international students to Miami University. iPOLs play an integral role in shaping a positive orientation experience for new international students and preparing them to achieve success at Miami University.

As an iPOL, you will receive hourly compensation and professional leadership development. Learn more at MiamiOH.edu/IPOL!

Do these Ohio winter temps have you thinking spring? The ILR spring lineup is set, instructors are prepping, and our catalog is just weeks away. We look forward to seeing you online or in class this spring, March 27-April 28. Take your free time and social life to new heights. ILR offers stimulating classes with the opportunity to make and deepen friendships. Join us!

Earlier this month, the Excellence in Internationalization Award 2023 was presented to Miami professor Vaishali Raval (Psychology) by CHRIST University, India. Raval was recognized for her exemplary leadership in driving internationalization between CHRIST University and Miami. 

After completing a recent trip to Antarctica, Assistant Director of Miami in Luxembourg Kimberly Miller can say she has been to all seven continents—and it all started with studying abroad.

Find your place in Luxembourg next Spring! Applications open February 1, with a required $25 application fee due. Deadline is April 15, 2023.

All majors are welcome! In addition, students in Education, Digital Innovation, and Sports Leadership and Management can pursue a specialized program while in Luxembourg.

Questions? Stop by our table at the Education Abroad Fair hosted at Armstrong on Tuesday, January 31 or at the Mega Fair on February 1.

Summer and Fall 2023 applications are now closed

To learn more about future programs, please review eligibility and selection criteria, and access the application on the MUDEC website.

Upcoming General MUDEC Information Sessions:

Monday, February 6 at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom

Tuesday, February 28 at 5 pm. in person