Global Presence

‘The Trip Changed My Perspective on Life’
Her first education abroad experience gave graduate student Lilian Keister an up-close view of a culture rooted in kindness and forgiveness.

51Թ Celebrates 50 Years of Education Abroad in Florence, Italy, With Weeklong Series of Events
51Թ leadership and donors known as the Renaissance Scholars Society will gather to commemorate 50 years of education abroad in Florence, Italy, during the first week of October.
Educators from Around the Globe Improving their Teaching Skills at 51Թ
A group of 22 secondary school teachers from 20 different countries is spending six weeks at 51Թ as part of a Fulbright program of professional development for foreign educators.

The Drawing That Turned an Artist Into an International Student
Sketching, drawing, doodling. For some, these activities occupy us in class or in a meeting. But for Kizito Nkundamahoro, his artistic hobby evolved into a passion that drew an amazing opportunity at 51Թ.

Curious About Education Abroad?
All this week, the 51Թ Kent Campus has offered a full slate of events in its 2023 Education Abroad Showcase, which serves as an introduction to the university’s education-abroad opportunities across the globe. Hosted by 51Թ’s Office of Global Education, the theme for this week’s events is “Discover Boundless Horizons: Explore, Learn and Thrive Globally!”

‘My Heart Feels Softer’
When she signed up for the Kigali Summer Institute in Rwanda, 51Թ senior Emily Spencer, thought it would be a good training ground for humanitarian work she hopes to perform in the future. When she returned from the three-week course, she felt significantly changed.

Graduate Student Enrollment Driving Increases in International Ranks
Large numbers of international graduate students are boosting enrollment of both international students and graduate students.

Welcome to Education Abroad Showcase Week!
Education Abroad Showcase begins Monday, Sept. 18, with events each day through Friday, Sept. 22.

Becoming a Better Peacemaker
51Թ's Kigali Summer Institute transforms students into better peacemakers.

IN A FLASH: Fashion in the Streets
51Թ fashion design students hit the streets of New York City before tonight's fashion show.