Esther Kataate Namakula, a fourth-year doctoral Candidate at Indiana University’s School of Education, is on a mission to transform physics education in Uganda. Thanks to IU Global’s pre-dissertation grant, she was able to return to Uganda to conduct a pilot study, setting the foundation for her dissertation.
Inspiring young minds through the Center for the Study of Global Change’s 2024 outreach programs
The Center for the Study of Global Change, a collaborative unit within Indiana University’s Office of the Vice President for International Affairs as a part of IU Global, continues to make strides in introducing global perspectives to learners of all ages. Through innovative programs and partnerships over the last year, the Center brought cultural exploration,…… Read more »
Exploring identity and culture through study abroad
Political science major Victoria Ford always wanted to explore her Mexican-American roots, but growing up bi-racial in the United States left her feeling somewhat disconnected from her Spanish-speaking heritage. Her parents’ stories of cultural exploration inspired her, particularly her father’s transformative experience in Mexico during high school through the IU Honors Program in Foreign Languages…… Read more »
Celebrating Global Perspectives: Meet the Winners of the IU Global Citizen Scholarship
At Indiana University, the contributions of international students enrich the campus community, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas and cultures. To honor these contributions, IU created the Global Citizen Scholarship, a prestigious award recognizing the unique perspectives and journeys of international students. This one-time $7,500 scholarship is awarded to three outstanding students each year during…… Read more »
Global partnerships for change highlighted in new Office of International Development programs
The Office of International Development (OID) at Indiana University plays a vital role in shaping the university’s global impact. Operating within the Office of the Vice President for International Affairs (OVPIA), or IU Global, OID is dedicated to supporting institutions in the Global South, by focusing on collaborations across a variety of regions across Africa,…… Read more »