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Category: academics For these students, study abroad helped launch their next chapters , articleGraduating peer advisors from the Global Education Office reflect on study abroad, mentorship, and what’s next.
Date: May 01, 2025 -
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Category: academics Class of 2025: Samantha Boyer delays her diploma to push her limits in Tajikistan , articleBoyer will study Persian through the U.S. State Department’s highly competitive Critical Language Scholarship, aiming to become an expert on a region she believes needs more informed American perspectives.
Date: Apr 29, 2025 -
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Category: campus experience Textiles that testify: Colombian scholar shows how communities respond to conflict with craft , articleTania Pérez-Bustos examines how textiles become instruments of political struggle, memory-making, and collective healing among Colombian communities. As a visiting scholar at Virginia Tech, she will lead three events March 19–21 to share her research.
Date: Mar 12, 2025 -
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Category: impact A tale of two Alexandrias: Transcontinental partnership bridges two namesake cities , articleThe presidents of Virginia Tech and Egypt’s Alexandria University signed a memorandum of understanding that formalizes a long-standing partnership and aims to encourage student mobility and collaborative projects benefiting both institutions and their respective communities.
Date: Mar 12, 2025 -
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Category: impact Professor traces untold stories of women’s influence in Mumbai , articleThe School of Public and International Affairs' Paroma Wagle is the first speaker for the 2025 Women and Girls in International Development speaker series. Wagle will share her research on six decades of women's activism that has shaped the Indian city.
Date: Feb 14, 2025 -
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Professor’s unshakable vision for study abroad sees her program through , articleAfter being diagnosed with a detached retina just days before she was to fly to India to lead a study abroad program, Professor Bonnie Zare relied on strong connections with Hokies and partners in India to ensure that her students could experience a transformative cultural immersion.
Date: Feb 05, 2025 -
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Virginia Tech Global Distinction Why Blacksburg is the ‘perfect place’ for Fulbright scholar exploring language learning , articleThe Language and Culture Institute is hosting Maria Prawati, a Fulbright scholar from Indonesia’s Bina Nusantara University, who is examining how students navigate language and cultural complexities in the classroom.
Date: Dec 23, 2024 -
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Category: campus experience Photos: International Education Week highlights a diverse community , articleStudents and faculty showcased the power of cross-cultural learning through vibrant performances, thought-provoking discussions, and interactive cultural exhibits that highlighted Virginia Tech’s commitment to fostering a diverse and interconnected academic community.
Date: Nov 25, 2024 -
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Category: impact Uniting science and social equity, speaker explores building bridges for climate action , articleAs a student in Nepal, Kalpana Giri discovered a disconnect between academic understanding and people’s lived experiences around forests. In a public discussion on Nov. 14, Giri, a senior manager at the World Resources Institute, will examine the nuances of integrating the human dimension into natural resource management.
Date: Nov 11, 2024 -
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At Virginia Tech, we celebrate International Education Week with gusto! This year, from November 11 to 16, Virginia Tech is spotlighting international education, research, and culture. The aim of the week is to expand horizons, celebrate diversity, and encourage connections both in Blacksburg and around the world. Through international performances, interactive workshops, cultural showcases, and many other events, faculty, students, and all members of the university community can get engaged.
Date: Nov 01, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Advantage Diverse experiences, similar outcomes: Gilman Scholarship opens doors for study abroad , articleThree students from three colleges had very different study abroad experiences in very different countries. A year later, all three say those experiences have had an outsize impact on their lives.
Date: Sep 20, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Global Distinction International collaborative research and engagement thrive at the Steger Center , articleThis summer, the university’s European academic center in Switzerland hosted more than 80 faculty members and international collaborators for three major workshops on pandemic science, cryptography, and architecture.
Date: Sep 05, 2024 -
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Category: academics Campus treks elevate international students’ language and life skills , articleThe Language and Culture Institute is taking a creative, hands-on approach to language learning. Its students are honing their English skills through experiences that transcend traditional classroom settings, from hugging therapy dogs to exploring the Corps of Cadets' museum.
Date: Jul 30, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Advantage In the British Isles, students find new routes to pursue agriculture passions , articleA study abroad experience exploring policies, practices, and livestock in the United Kingdom and Ireland was eye-opening for 26 students studying animal and poultry sciences. The experience inspired many to consider new possibilities for their future careers, graduate degrees, and travel opportunities.
Date: Jul 18, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Global Distinction Trailblazing social entrepreneur sparks conversations on global service, Africa’s future , articleAs a Global Fellow in Residence at the Mozaiko living-learning community, Varkey George engaged with students, faculty, and staff across various departments, sharing his experiences and advocating for global citizenship, community engagement, and deepening partnerships in Africa.
Date: Jun 13, 2024 -
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Category: academics Class of 2024: Zichong ‘Zach’ Guo shifts from language lessons to livestock , articleGuo found his passion for agriculture and food science and cultivated a love for Virginia Tech through his start at the Language and Culture Institute.
Date: May 01, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Advantage Study abroad experience in Panama gets well-connected boost , articleA new study abroad program provides students with opportunities to explore global logistics and infrastructure through exclusive access to influential leaders and real-world projects. The transformative experience, made possible by a well-connected alumna, showcases the value of combining academic rigor with intercultural learning.
Date: Apr 25, 2024 -
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Category: impact Empowering each other: Female researchers share hard-won lessons on navigating fieldwork abroad , articleIn recognition of Women's Month, five experienced researchers will share insights on navigating personal safety and cultural challenges while conducting research abroad and will offer practical wisdom to help women feel more prepared and confident when undertaking research in unfamiliar environments.
Date: Mar 14, 2024 -
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Category: impact Nepali scholar’s decades of advocacy for the rights of women with disabilities sparks discussion at Virginia Tech , articleNeeti Aryal Khanal has pioneered research exposing inequities faced by Nepali women with disabilities, bridging gaps between gender and disability advocacy. She will visit Blacksburg on March 14 to share insights from her research and advocacy during the Women and Gender in International Development Discussion Series.
Date: Mar 12, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Global Distinction From stammers to success: Language and Culture Institute opens doors for international students , articlePaanwaris Paansri's dream of pursuing a Ph.D. in the United States seemed to be slipping away due to his struggles with the English language. But with the help of a determined professor in the Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation and the dedicated staff at the Language and Culture Institute, Paansri not only improved his language skills but also gained the confidence to succeed in his academic journey.
Date: Mar 06, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Global Distinction President’s address spotlights how study abroad helps Hokies broaden their horizons , articleDuring the State of the University address, President Tim Sands’ interview two students at the Steger Center for International Scholarship in Switzerland offered a glimpse into the powerful effect of study abroad.
Date: Feb 09, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Global Distinction Grants to make global learning opportunities more accessible , articleThe Global Education Office, backed by the provost’s office, is offering Program Development Grants to faculty members for the creation or revitalization of global-at-home or study abroad courses. The Global Education Office is also increasing study abroad scholarship opportunities for students. This initiative aims to enhance students' global and intercultural learning opportunities in Blacksburg and worldwide.
Date: Feb 08, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Advantage Finding love and purpose: Alumni attest to Steger Center's impact , articleSharing stories of personal growth, love, and professional development, alumni who have studied at Virginia Tech’s European hub reflect on the enduring impact of their study abroad experiences.
Date: Jan 29, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech Advantage Virginia Tech establishes its first living-learning community outside the U.S. , articleThe Steger Center for International Scholarship, the university’s only center outside the United States, and Student Affairs are launching Virginia Tech’s 22nd living-learning community, Casa Maderni.
Date: Jan 10, 2024 -
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Category: impact Floyd County High School students visit Virginia Tech for a day of cultural exchange , articleA high school field trip spurs cross-cultural conversations to help students develop global citizenship skills. In an event modeled like speed dating, the high schoolers chatted with students in Virginia Tech's Language and Culture Institute about the cultures of eight countries.
Date: Dec 13, 2023 -
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Category: academics Virginia Tech welcomes first cohort of Indian students in cybersecurity and business analytics program , articleVirginia Tech and NMIMS in Mumbai have partnered to offer a unique 3+1+1 degree program in business analytics and cybersecurity. Students spend three years at NMIMS in India, followed by one year at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg and then one year at the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus in Alexandria to complete their master’s program.
Date: Dec 12, 2023 -
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Category: academics New leadership ushers in new era for Language and Culture Institute , articleElsie Paredes and Pamela Smart-Smith have been appointed co-directors of the institute, which for over half a century has helped international students improve their English language and academic skills.
Date: Dec 12, 2023 -
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Category: academics Projects connect U.S. educators to East African scholarship, history, and culture , articleDuring International Education Week, members of the East Africa Summer Institute for Educators are discussing the progress and expected impact of 12 projects being developed after an intensive monthlong curriculum development program in East Africa.
Date: Nov 13, 2023 -
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Category: academics Virginia Tech’s global reach: Hokies take maroon and orange around the world , articleIn just the past year alone, the Virginia Tech flag has flown on all seven continents as Hokies traveled to over 50 countries to engage in study abroad experiences, pursue global research collaborations, and tackle international service projects. On Tuesday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Global Education Office will host its annual Study Abroad Fair on the Drillfield.
Date: Sep 22, 2023 -
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Category: academics International tour gives men’s basketball team a taste of studying abroad , articleThe Hokies recently completed a nine-day tour in Switzerland and Italy. Graduate student Robbie Beran said the trip was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to taste a part of the Virginia Tech experience he would otherwise never get to have: studying abroad.
Date: Sep 12, 2023 -
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Category: research Women and Gender in Development speaker: In Ghana, policies to help women may be bringing them more pain , articleBernice Owusu-Brown overcame criticism and resistance to research the rarely discussed issue of intimate partner violence in Ghana. As a new postdoctoral fellow at Virginia Tech and the first speaker in this fall's Women and Gender in Development Discussion Series, she believes she is on the path to influencing change.
Date: Sep 06, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech Global Distinction Faculty live like students for first-of-its-kind international training , articleThe 11 faculty members learning to build, launch, and lead study abroad programs experienced a role reversal. To design a program that maximizes student outcomes, the faculty experienced studying abroad from a student's perspective in an immersive development program at the Steger Center for International Scholarship.
Date: Aug 16, 2023 -
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The Global Education Office and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning led a faculty development workshop at the Steger Center for International Scholarship in which faculty members learned to build, launch, and lead study abroad programs while living like a student and getting a first-hand experience with the student's perspective.
Date: Aug 04, 2023 -
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Category: impact On-campus Peace Corps recruiter builds on Virginia Tech’s commitment to service , articleThe university — one of just two in the commonwealth with a Peace Corps recruiter — is sending three recent graduates to volunteer in Kyrgyzstan, Guatemala, and Lesotho.
Date: Jun 30, 2023 -
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Category: academics Computer science students gain code-altering intercultural perspective after six days in Egypt , articleThe Department of Computer Science partnered with Alamein International University in Egypt for a semesterlong capstone project during which students learned to collaborate with international team members, consider global perspectives, and develop computer science-based solutions for international audiences.
Date: Jun 06, 2023 -
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Category: impact Provost leads delegation to India to inaugurate satellite office, develop new education and research collaborations , articleTraveling more than 2,400 miles across India, senior administrators and faculty members look to strengthen strategic partnerships with counterparts in the South Asia nation with the goals of increasing student and faculty exchange, joint research, dual degree programs, and other partnership activities.
Date: Apr 18, 2023 -
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Category: campus experience Fulbright visiting scholar to speak about building a welcoming community for refugee students , articleFrom April 3-7, Virginia Tech will welcome Fulbright scholar Mervi Kaukko, who will present on her research about educational success from the perspective of refugee students.
Date: Mar 30, 2023 -
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Category: campus experience Acclaimed author to top off discussion series with look at food, gender, and identity , articleTranscending cultural, gender, political, and geographical divides, food is part of everyone's story. In a series of events in Blacksburg, Nina Mukerjee Furstenau will showcase how research can be guided through conversations in the kitchen.
Date: Mar 29, 2023 -
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Category: academics Pitching a business in a second language: An extra challenge leads to an unexpected reward , articleEight students from Virginia Tech’s Language and Culture Institute compete in the Apex Center for Entrepreneurship’s KickStart VT program — with an aim that reached far beyond the business ideas or the winnings.
Date: Mar 27, 2023 -
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Category: academics Lucy Ferrari, Steger Center co-founder and international education trailblazer, honored as director emerita , articleAfter weaving herself into the fabric of the university for more than half a century, Ferrari is honored for her roles in launching and supporting the Steger Center for International Scholarship and fostering untold numbers of study abroad opportunities.
Date: Mar 16, 2023 -
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Category: impact Global Travel Oversight Committee makes the impossible possible , articleImagine you are studying or conducting research in a foreign country when you discover you have lost your passport, or protesters have blocked major roads, or you’ve tested positive for COVID. What do you do? Whom do you call?
Date: Mar 13, 2023 -
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Category: academics Virginia Tech establishing India’s first dual degree master’s program in economics , articleStudents will take classes at Mumbai-based NMIMS, one of India's leading universities, and then complete their second year in Blacksburg. They will earn an Master of Science in economics from NMIMS and a Master of Arts in economics from Virginia Tech.
Date: Mar 02, 2023 -
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Category: academics Study abroad scholarship helps student connect to her heritage , articleSenior Emma de Bara gained a new perspective on the world while hiking the famed Camino de Santiago during a faculty-led program in Spain.
Date: Feb 09, 2023