IU Global Indianapolis is proud to announce its 2025 Virtual Global Learning Fellows, a cohort of dedicated faculty members who, after participating in the seven-week Virtual Global Learning Fellows Grant Program, are integrating global learning in their courses through virtual exchange.
On one of the final Fridays of the semester, students, faculty, and staff filled the fourth floor of the Ferguson International Center for the second annual Global Learning Showcase. Organized by Global Learning Specialist Andrea Nikolova of the Center for the Study of Global Change, the event began with a keynote from Svitlana Ramer, the… Read more »
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.
My name is Gie Wilson, and I am the Global Student Sustainability Ambassador for the Center for the Study of Global Change. I have worked within IU Global for three years, primarily on initiatives that promote engagement with, and education about, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the Indiana University community. I am… Read more »
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 »
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 »
Bloomington, Indiana, 1963. The small, vibrant town, nestled among rolling hills and thick woodlands, bustled with the energy of thousands of students. This Midwestern town was a world away from the divided streets of post-war Berlin. For one German student, Wolfgang Dexheimer, this town would become home to a journey that shaped his career and… Read more »
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 »
Music is often called a universal language for its unparalleled ability to bridge divides and foster connections. While classical music often brings to mind a roster of European names—Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Bach–the realm of modern orchestral music explores beyond Europe’s borders. In late 2023, Corey Chang, a visionary third-year doctoral student in composition at the… Read more »