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 »
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 »
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 »