Diádié Bathily taught African dance at UMSL as a visiting scholar before founding the company.
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Afriky Lolo brings West African dance and drumming to UMSL campus
Diádié Bathily taught African dance at UMSL as a visiting scholar before founding the company.
Afriky Lolo brings West African dance and drumming to UMSL campus
Diádié Bathily taught African dance at UMSL as a visiting scholar before founding the company.
Summer BSW graduate Joseph Govreau redefines his academic journey at UMSL
After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
Study Abroad Fair showcases opportunities for UMSL students to immerse themselves in different cultures
Students had an opportunity to learn about faculty-led study abroad trips and talk to advisors about how they could incorporate study abroad into their academic experience.
Study Abroad Fair showcases opportunities for UMSL students to immerse themselves in different cultures
Students had an opportunity to learn about faculty-led study abroad trips and talk to advisors about how they could incorporate study abroad into their academic experience.
Study Abroad Fair showcases opportunities for UMSL students to immerse themselves in different cultures
Students had an opportunity to learn about faculty-led study abroad trips and talk to advisors about how they could incorporate study abroad into their academic experience.
Eye on UMSL: An international welcome
UMSL Global team members kicked off Global Triton Welcome, a weeklong orientation to help new international students get acclimated ahead of the spring semester.
Eye on UMSL: An international welcome
UMSL Global team members kicked off Global Triton Welcome, a weeklong orientation to help new international students get acclimated ahead of the spring semester.
Eye on UMSL: An international welcome
UMSL Global team members kicked off Global Triton Welcome, a weeklong orientation to help new international students get acclimated ahead of the spring semester.
Language student Theresa Kallal finds meaning living life abroad in France and Spain
Kallal hiked the Camino de Santiago, a historic pilgrimage path, in Spain this summer and studied in Angers, France, during the fall semester.
Language student Theresa Kallal finds meaning living life abroad in France and Spain
Kallal hiked the Camino de Santiago, a historic pilgrimage path, in Spain this summer and studied in Angers, France, during the fall semester.
Language student Theresa Kallal finds meaning living life abroad in France and Spain
Kallal hiked the Camino de Santiago, a historic pilgrimage path, in Spain this summer and studied in Angers, France, during the fall semester.
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UMSL language students give back at World Languages Day celebration after participating as high schoolers
Jackson Clutts and Audrey Stuvland volunteered at the event, which drew more than 500 students from high schools across the St. Louis region.
Associate Professor Emerita Chikako Usui honored by Japanese government for outstanding contribution to Japan-U.S. relations
A former president of the Japan America Society of St. Louis, Usui has spent her career building Japanese cultural awareness in St. Louis.
UMSL students engage in ‘life-changing’ cultural exchange during Japan Study Tour
During the two-week program, 15 UMSL students visited cultural heritage sites in the greater Tokyo region and spent a week living with students at the University of Nagano.
Eye on UMSL: Smiles are a universal language
Jessica Hylton, the interim director of global students and experiences, takes a selfie with new Tritons from around the world as UMSL welcomes 101 international students from 26 countries.
Eye on UMSL: Global exchange
Provost Steven J. Berberich presents an UMSL sweatshirt to Han Liming, who visited St. Louis over the weekend as part of a delegation from its sister city in Nanjing, China.
Smurfit-Stone Corporation Professor of Irish Studies Eamonn Wall honored by City of St. Louis for contributions to Irish American culture
St. Louis Recorder of Deeds Michael Butler recognized Wall along with three others at the city’s Irish American Heritage Celebration on March 26 at City Hall.
Eye on UMSL: Global Triton Welcome
New international students share a laugh during an information session at the start of Global Triton Welcome, which kicked off Monday in the MSC.
Eye on UMSL: Global glee
Members of Spirit of Angela West African Dance and Drum perform during UMSL Global’s inaugural Globalpalooza event last week.
Eye on UMSL: Trunk tales
The Indian Student Association and UMSL Global hosted an event for Ganesh Chaturthi, including a celebration of Ganesh Pooja, a ceremony to honor the deity Lord Ganesha.
Study Abroad Fall Information Fair draws students interested in experiencing different cultures
Study abroad advisors, student study abroad alumni and faculty program leaders were all on hand at more than a dozen tables to answer questions and offer resources.
Eye on UMSL: Getting acclimated
During UMSL Global’s weeklong Global Triton Welcome, 130 new international students will find support adjusting to studying at UMSL and to living in the United States.
Professor Laura Miller details history of Japanese burial mounds during ‘Kofun Mania’ digital event
Miller also discussed current cultural expressions of the structures during Thursday’s special presentation.
International Photo Contest features spectacular scenes from around the globe
Senior business major Jackson Zamora took first place for his photo of the northern lights illuminating the night sky over Tromsø, Norway.
Information systems major Georgeann McLemore broadens horizons during time at UMSL
McLemore was one of 15 recipients of the AGA National Collegiate Leadership Scholarship and had the opportunity to network at AGA’s annual National Leadership Training in Washington, D.C.
UMSL Global celebrates internationally engaged faculty members during Touhill reception
Faculty members described the impact of the support they’ve received from the university, and UMSL Global honored others for efforts leading study abroad trips.
UMSL Global’s Jessica Lynn Hylton named chair-elect for 2023 NAFSA Region IV leadership team
She’ll serve a three-year chair stream for NAFSA, the world’s largest association dedicated to international education and exchange.
Junior Emily Lu to gain experience with international trade through Boeing internship
The international relations major will address global trade regulation inquiries, prepare import-export approval submissions and research global trade control issues.
Anthropologist Susan Brownell joins National Committee on U.S.-China Relations
The committee aims to promote understanding and cooperation between the U.S. and China with the belief that a productive relationship serves both American and global interests.
College of Education doctoral graduates conduct research, find meaning on trip to Kenya
The graduates led professional development workshops on selfcare for educators, collected data on learner-centered teaching and participated in a weekend children’s camp.
Eye on UMSL: A worldly welcome
New international students listened intently Monday morning at the University of Missouri–St. Louis during UMSL Global’s International Student Orientation.
After a pandemic hiatus, study abroad programming returns to UMSL
Nearly 70 study abroad programs have enriched the lives of countless students, providing transformative experiences across the globe.
Eye on UMSL: Bahamian night
A group of students from The Bahamas shared a bit of their culture with the rest of UMSL’s international student community during a gathering last week in the Provincial House.
UMSL welcomes cohort of students from The Bahamas after partnering with Ministry of Education
A cohort of 20 first-year students have enrolled this semester through the Public School Scholars Programme or the National Tuition Assistance Scholarship program.
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik highlights transformational changes coming to UMSL campus during State of the University Address
Sobolik also recapped some of the university’s many successes over the past year during the event at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Eye on UMSL: Welcoming the world
More than 130 students representing 28 countries took part in UMSL Global’s International Student Orientation on Monday in the Millennium Student Center.
Dr. Erin Brooks, Lindsay Pickering and Jim Webb receive UMSL Hero Awards
The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
Eye on UMSL: International exchange
A delegation from the University of the Western Cape in South Africa meets with faculty members from the College of Business Administration last week.
With the help of UMSL Global, this year’s international students are prepped for success
UMSL welcomed 70 new international students from 12 countries during Global Triton Welcome, a weeklong orientation held earlier this month.
Eye on UMSL: International Welcome
Director of International Student and Scholar Services and Internationalization Strategies Jessica Hylton snaps a group selfie during Friday’s International Welcome with Chancellor Kristin Sobolik.
Liane Constantine leads post-COVID international recruitment rebound, expansion
UMSL welcomed about 100 new international students during the fall semester of 2021, and Constantine anticipates growth in the spring and fall semesters.
Education and English alumna Eleanor Taylor connects to students and family history through language learning
Taylor was one of seven finalists for the 2022 Missouri Teacher of the Year and has been a Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms fellow.
Education alumnus William Pryor awarded Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship in Taiwan
Pryor will serve as an English teaching assistant for a year in the capital city of Taipei, where he will help facilitate cross-cultural exchange.
UMSL launches Costa Rica virtual study abroad program
The four-week program will include immersive cultural activities such as salsa dancing and cooking classes and a discussion about biodiversity, ecotourism and the coffee industry.
New videos celebrate welcoming environment, opportunities international graduates found at UMSL
Staff members in UMSL Global worked with Vidzu Media to develop the videos with testimonials from alumni Prachi Talwar, Alexander Schlaubitz and Yuan Chen.
Hiroshima survivor tells her story and advocates for peace at digital event
Shigeko Sasamori survived the atomic bombing of Hiroshima as a teenager and came to the U.S. as one of the “Hiroshima Maidens.” She’s dedicated her life to promoting peace.
Eye on UMSL: Notarize your ballot
Staff member Cornell Lewis (at right) brought his absentee ballot to the Quad last week to have it notarized ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
German Culture Center continues to support local teachers while enlivening St. Louis culture
German language consultant Anja Schmitt led the center’s annual fall workshop in a virtual format for more than two dozen teachers from across the St. Louis region.
Eye on UMSL: Self-defense class
Freshman business major William Shi assists UMSL Police Officer Dustin Smith with a demonstration during a self-defense training event held last week in the Quad.
Bob Baumann retires after five decades with UMSL Global
Bob Baumann has helped hundreds of UMSL students travel the world during his 45-year career with UMSL Global, where he went from temporary research assistant to assistant director.
Kristin Sobolik appointed 8th chancellor of the University of Missouri–St. Louis
Sobolik will continue to build upon the work she’s done to advance the university and expand its reach since 2017, when she came to UMSL as provost.
Eamonn and Drucilla Wall connect with Irish diaspora ‘Down Under’
The UMSL professors spent two weeks giving lectures and readings of their original poetry and essays to Irish-Australian communities in Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney.
Pair of UMSL students earn Bond International Scholars Awards to study abroad
Lauren Huebner will study abroad in Limerick, Ireland, for a semester, while Nicole Newman will study in Barcelona, Spain, for a semester.
Anne Fish named 2019 American Academy of Nursing fellow
The College of Nursing assistant professor has made significant contributions to worldwide health in the U.S. and China.
UMSL professor part of production team behind ‘Made in Auschwitz: The Untold Story of Block 10’
Rita Csapo-Sweet did research into the story of Nazi doctor Carl Clauberg, which is captured in the film screening Sunday as part of the St. Louis International Film Festival.
Exhibition and MADCO production bring the fall of the Berlin wall to life for UMSL, community
Approximately 800 area-high school students attended the UMSL German Cultural Center commemoration of the fall of the Berlin Wall last week.
UMSL welcomes Greek ambassador for campus visit
Haris Lalacos made an official visit Oct. 30 to meet with Michael Cosmopoulos, the Hellenic Government-Karakas Family Foundation Endowed Professor of Greek Studies.
Biochemistry and biotechnology major Sharla Friend spends semester of discovery at sea
Friend conducted research on microbes living in the ocean’s twilight zone while taking part in the SEA Semester Marine Biodiversity and Conservation program.
Alexis Bates explores globe while pursuing UMSL degree
The liberal studies major has become a seasoned international traveler thanks to her participation in four study abroad programs.
UMSL welcomes Japanese students from Chuo University during three-week summer program
A group of 27 freshman students from the university in Tokyo took courses in English and business and made time for sightseeing while in St. Louis.
Ask an Expert: Bettina Casad studies attitudes that have pushed United Kingdom near Brexit
The associate professor of psychological sciences has surveyed British citizens on feelings toward nationalism, globalization and immigration.
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