December 2019
International Programs welcomes Russell Ganim as newly named associate provost and dean
Ganim is currently the director of the Division of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures in the University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS). He will begin on January 1, 2020, succeeding Downing Thomas.

News
Decade of deanship for International Programs coming to an end
Downing Thomas will be returning to his faculty position after more than 10 years representing the UI on an international stage.
International Travel Award winner spreads the word on School of the Wild success
Ted Neal, associate professor of science education and former wildlife camp instructor, traveled to Brazil to present his research on informal learning environments and immersive inquiry.
WorldCanvass Recap: Space, Cancer Treatments, and Iowa's Bioscience Priorities
On October 9, host Joan Kjaer took us inside the groundbreaking research being conducted at the UI.
Building Our Global Community celebrates 15 years
The program, offered free to all UI faculty and staff, has transformed the education system and the relationships faculty and staff members create with international students and scholars.
Photo contest, new global student award highlight 2019 International Education Week
International Programs and the UI commemorated a week that celebrates international education and exchange.
Student from DR Congo awarded crowdfunded scholarship
Thanks to the generosity of individual donors who contributed nearly $7,000 to a UI GoldRush campaign, Kethia Mulongo is now receiving financial aid to support her transition to the UI. 
WorldCanvass Recap: Simon Estes: A Life in Music
On November 21, UI alum and world-renowned opera singer Simon Estes was awarded the 2019 International Impact Award as part of this special edition of WorldCanvass.
International Student Spotlight: Mishma Nixon
This second-year undergraduate from Sri Lanka talks about the road that led her to the UI and why she feels so at home here.
Upcoming Events
Middle East expert Dr. James Zogby to present on foreign policy
Zogby, the founder and president of the Arab American Institute, will discuss "U.S. Foreign Policy and Middle Eastern Affairs." Lecture and luncheon hosted by the Iowa City Foreign Relations Council. December 5. Register here
Korean Studies Research Network and International Programs to host talk on Korean migrants
Alyssa Park, UI associate professor of modern Korean history, will speak about her new book, Sovereignty Experiments: Korean Migrants and the Building of Borders in Northeast Asia, 1860-1945. December 6.
UI professor Katina Lillios to discuss her archaeological research
Lillios will share her recent findings on "Climate and Culture Change: Archaeology at Castillejo del Bonete, Spain." Hosted by the Iowa City Foreign Relations Council. December 11. Learn more
Reception for Associate Provost and Dean Downing Thomas
Join us as we thank Dean Thomas for his leadership of International Programs and dedication to internationalization throughout our campus and community. A reception will be held on December 12 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. at Gene’s Restaurant (inside the Graduate hotel) 210 South, Dubuque Street.

International Programs provides scholarships, guidance, and support for international students in the University of Iowa community, as well as assistance for UI students studying abroad.  You can continue to support globally oriented programs and resources by contributing to International Programs.   For more information, please contact the UI Center for Advancement at 800.648.6973 .
International Programs provides leadership and support for internationally-oriented teaching, research, creative work, and community engagement. Learn more.