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Permanent Increase in Funding for U.S.-France Fulbright Program
The United States and France are marking the 70th anniversary of the U.S.-France Fulbright Program this year with a permanent increase in funding for the program, underscoring the diplomatic importance of this international academic exchange between the two countries.
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American University Students Conduct First Student Led Virtual Exchange, and Connect with Students Around the World
Twenty undergraduate students at American University’s School of International Service designed and piloted their own virtual exchanges with students from Brazil, the Czech Republic, India, Japan, Kenya and Morocco.
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Top 5 Ways for High School Educators to Promote Study Abroad
Less than 10% of U.S. students study abroad, and very few of these students are in high school. Yet, studying abroad early builds global competencies such as language and cross-cultural skills, maturity, and clarity about one's post-secondary education and career. Learn how to help high school students achieve their dreams of studying abroad.
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Secretary Blinken and Secretary Cardona Letter to School Superintendents Encouraging International Exchanges
On behalf of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, we send greetings and appreciation for the past support school districts like yours have provided by hosting international students and for promoting the global competency of U.S. students.
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Host a International Exchange Student!
Hosting an international exchange student benefits everyone involved. Your entire family will learn about a new country and culture without leaving home.
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A Year of Highlights for High School Students with Disabilities
This academic year (2012-2013), 30 FLEX, YES and A-SMYLE students with disabilities traveled thousands of miles from home to learn, grow, and contribute to their American host communities.
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The Stevens Initiative brings International Students to Michigan
On November 14, students from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the U.S. participated in a global pitch competition at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business in Ann Arbor.
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IVLP Supporting Students Who Challenge Extremism
Every semester, “P2P: Challenging Extremism” competition finalists from around the world are invited on the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to meet with American business and community leaders. This semester’s finalists, who arrived from Belgium, Italy, and Lebanon, traveled to New York City and San Francisco after presenting in Washington, D.C.
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The U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative Holds Third High-Level Dialogue, Promoting Cooperation on International Education
Facilitated by the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO), the United States and Taiwan held a series of events this week to launch the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative.
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TechGirls Program Expands to Central Asia
The TechGirls exchange program launched in 2012 to encourage secondary school girls (ages 15-17) from the Middle East and North Africa to pursue careers in tech and higher education.