While IU’s campus may seem quieter in the summers, the season marks one of the busiest for our Center for the Study of Global Change (Global Center), especially when it comes to professional development for Indiana educators. This year, Global Center staff and collaborators were able to support educators across the state who in turn… Read more »
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IU Ghana Gateway celebrates one year and national honor of its academic director
In May 2024, Indiana University launched the IU Ghana Gateway in the capital city of Accra. Nine months later, Distinguished Professor and Academic Director of the IU Ghana Gateway Samuel Obeng took the lectern at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences to deliver the Academy’s J.B. Danquah Memorial Lecture Series.
Building global campuses, one Institute at a time
Written by Jacob Cox In May, the Center for the Study of Global Change (Global Center) held its 13th annual Institute for Curriculum and Campus Internationalization (ICCI). Hosted on the IU Bloomington campus, ICCI is a four-day workshop designed to bolster innovation in educational internationalization. Faculty, administrators, and staff from all over the world attend… Read more »
Indiana University welcomes first on-the-ground staff at Ghana Gateway
Indiana University launched its first IU Global Gateway on the African continent in 2024 with the appointment of its Academic Director, Samuel Obeng, and the launch of its physical space in the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences. In February 2025, the Gateway entered its next phase of growth with Dr. Abigail Opong-Tetteh joining the… Read more »
Celebrating the female faculty of IU: Women of the World 2025
For the fifth year, the IU India Gateway highlighted members of the IU community in celebration of Women’s History Month. This year, they showcased seven outstanding women faculty of Indian origin, whose research, teaching, and leadership are shaping the future. These scholars are making an impact in their fields and inspiring the next generation. To… Read more »
Global Learning Symposium showcases faculty, business, student success through international experiences
The Global Learning Symposium held at IU Indianapolis in Fall 2024 brought participants from across Indiana together to share the impact and importance of global engagement in the classroom.
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 »
Beyond the Classroom: How IU Study Abroad Programs Transform Summer Breaks
Indiana University opens up a world of opportunities through its study abroad programs, offering students the chance to turn their summer break into an adventure that’s both fun and meaningful. These programs go beyond just seeing new places—they’re about diving into new cultures, pushing personal boundaries, and gaining skills that stick with you long after… Read more »
Exploring Galápagos Island: A Journey Towards Future Academic Collaborations
Written by Lía Juy Albarrán and Quetzalli Sánchez Clavel In early February, Indiana University established a significant presence in the captivating Galapagos Islands. Represented by Adam Scribner, Director of STEM Education at the School of Education, Michael Hamburger, Professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, and Molly Fisher, Director of the IU Mexico… Read more »
IU Global Gateway Network welcomes inaugural Ghana Gateway Academic Director
Indiana University welcomes Dr. Samuel Gyasi Obeng as the inaugural academic director of the IU Ghana Gateway. The Gateway is the first of its kind for a public university on the African continent.