Office of International Programs

Office of International Programs

International Campus Update

September 8, 2006

EDITOR’S NOTE: Welcome to a new school year and another year of International Campus Update. The purpose of this newsletter is to share international-related news and events from across the University of Minnesota system. Submissions from faculty, staff, and departments are welcomed and encouraged.

Headlines

INTERIM STRUCTURE FOR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS:

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK: Mark your calendars for International Education Week 2006, to be held Nov. 13-17. All student organizations, colleges, campuses, and departments are encouraged to plan activities and events that highlight international education at the U. In 2005, International Education Week included more than 40 events at the University. International Education Week was first declared by the U.S. Departments of State and Education in 2000 as part of their effort to encourage policies and programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study in the U.S. MORE: http://www.international.umn.edu/IEweek/

INTERNATIONAL ON U HOME PAGE: The University’s website now features an “International Resources” link on its home page, which leads to a collection of resources located throughout the University system. MORE: http://www1.umn.edu/twincities/14_international.php

Program News

CARLA: The Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition completed another successful season of summer institutes for language teaching professionals, hosting 316 language teaching professionals from 39 states and Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico and 10 countries.

CARLSON SCHOOL: For the second consecutive year, the Carlson School’s China Executive MBA program was ranked first among joint executive MBA programs in China, according to a survey of leading Chinese media organizations. The program was recognized for its use of a global team of faculty, global management instruction, and strong alumni networking opportunities. The Carlson School partners with Lingnan (University) College, Sun Yat-sen University to offer the degree. The program began in 2001 and has graduated four cohorts of students.

CROOKSTON: Four faculty members from the Crookston campus traveled to Hangzhou, China, in August to work with Zhejiang Economic and Trade Polytechnic (ZETP) faculty and staff to help develop coursework for programs in agriculture business management and computer software engineering and information technology management. In late 2005, UMC established a partnership with ZETP to enhance opportunities for students to study and faculty to work collaboratively.

MORRIS: The Morris campus football team will travel abroad for the first time in spring 2007. The team will travel to Italy and have two practices and one game with a club team. The trip is being organized by Global Football, which provides opportunities for young amateur athletes from different countries to compete with each other, while experiencing and learning firsthand about each other’s cultures.

PUBLIC HEALTH: In April, School of Public Health Dean John Finnegan attended the opening ceremony of the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI), a public-private partnership designed to build a much needed public health system in India. The School of Public Health will work to develop M.P.H. programs in several locations in India. The PHFI aspires to train 10,000 public health professionals annually. The project will also provide opportunities for University of Minnesota students to obtain valuable international experience. MORE: http://www.ahc.umn.edu/news/pix/archive/summer06/public_health/health.html

TITLE VI FUNDING: The University recently received several Title VI grants from the U.S. Department of Education:

Professional Notes

AYDIN DURGUNOGLU, UMD psychology professor, helped develop and improve a literacy program for the Turkish Mother Child Education Foundation, which won a UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize. The prize recognizes outstanding programs fighting literacy.

G. EDWARD SCHUH, University of Minnesota Regents Professor in the Humphrey Institute, received the National Order of Scientific Merit, Gra Cruz, from the Brazilian government’s Ministry of Science Technology in April for his lifetime contributions to Brazil and its agricultural institutions. This is Brazil’s highest scientific award and is considered the equivalent of the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom. In July, Schuh was honored by the Brazilian Society of Agricultural Economics as the first recipient of the award, Legendary Member of the Society, in recognition of lifetime contributions to the profession.

Professors R. MICHAEL PAIGE and GERALD W. FRY (College of Education and Human Development) have received a three-year grant to examine the near- and long-term social capital outcomes associated with undergraduate study abroad experiences. Research assistants are Elizabeth Stallman and Andrew Williams (Ph.D. students in CIDE).

International Students and Scholars

BOYNTON OPEN HOUSE: Boynton Health Service invites international students and their family members to attend the 4th Annual International Student Open House, Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., N101 Boynton. Event will include free food from all over the world, and a chance to meet Boynton staff and get answers to questions about health care services. MORE: http://www.bhs.umn.edu/openhouse

ESL: English as a Second Language courses are now being offered by the College of Continuing Education. A variety of credit and noncredit courses are available throughout the year. The Minnesota English as a Second Language Program is currently offering ESL credit courses primarily for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at the University. An intensive English program will begin in summer 2007. CONTACT: 612-624-4000 or esl@cce.umn.edu MORE: http://www.cce.umn.edu/esl/

Study, Service-Learning, Work, Intern, Volunteer, & Travel Abroad

STUDY ABROAD CELEBRATION: The Learning Abroad Center's event for students returning from study abroad will be held Oct. 9, 4-6:30 p.m., Mississippi Room, Coffman Union. This will be a great opportunity for returning students to reconnect with friends and faculty members. Event will include food, games, and prizes. RSVP by Sept. 25 to UMabroad@umn.edu or call 612-626-9000 (include first and last names and the country/ies in which you studied abroad).

2006—THE YEAR OF STUDY ABROAD: The University of Minnesota is celebrating the year of study abroad. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to join in campus activities and support initiatives between the federal government and higher education to expand participation in study abroad programs. MORE: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/news/yearOfSA.html

LEARNING ABROAD FAIR : Will be held Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., on the west end of the Washington Avenue Bridge. In addition to Learning Abroad Center staff, the fair will feature representatives from a host of learning abroad cosponsors and partners. This is a great opportunity for students to communicate directly with program experts, and for faculty and staff to get a first-hand look at the breadth of international opportunities available to undergraduates.

NEW 06-07 LEARNING ABROAD CATALOG—"Opening Doors of the World"—: is now available. Look for the colorful gold cover in doorways and distribution points around campus. The catalog offers an easy-to-read Program Key and features more than 285 programs in 65 countries on study, service-learning, intern, volunteer, and work opportunities abroad. The Discipline Guide highlights areas of academic strength for Learning Abroad Center sponsored programs. TO RECEIVE QUANTITIES OF THE CATALOG OR COMMENT: UMabroad@umn.edu

EDUCATION ABROAD WORKSHOP: New to the U? The Learning Abroad Center will hold an introductory workshop, Oct. 27, 12:30-4 p.m., McNamara Alumni Center. This session is ideal for new faculty and advisers who wish to learn about education abroad and curriculum integration. Lunch will be included. RSVP: mccoy019@umn.edu or 612-625-8829

STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION SESSIONS FOR FACULTY AND ADVISERS: Are held the third Thursday of each month. Faculty and advisers are invited to learn more about education abroad programs, advising issues, and upcoming international education opportunities. All sessions meet 9-10 a.m. in 289 Humphrey Center. The first session, Programs in Spanish-speaking Countries, is Sept. 21. MORE: daby0005@umn.edu or http://www.UMabroad.umn.edu/news/index.html

FIRST STEP MEETINGS: All students interested in learning abroad experiences should first attend a First Step Meeting, hosted by the Learning Abroad Center. First Step Meetings give basic information about study, service-learning, work, intern, and volunteer programs, and explain the services and resources available through the Learning Abroad Center. No need to make an appointment. SCHEDULE: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/academic/FirstStepSchedule.html

LEARNING ABROAD RESOURCE CENTER: Offers students a wealth of information to explore study abroad, service-learning, work, internship, and volunteer opportunities, and travel resources: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/academic/resourceCenter.html

PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS: Starting January 8, 2007, a passport will be required for all air and sea travel between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. U.S. citizens obtaining a new passport or renewing an existing passport are warned to expect delays and should plan accordingly. MORE: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html OBTAINING A PASSPORT: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/travel/travDocuments/index.html

Funding Opportunities and Announcements

ALEXANDER DUBCEK FUND : supports academic exchange between the University of Minnesota and the countries of Eastern Europe. Proposals that further linkages with the Czech Republic and Slovakia are encouraged. U of M faculty, staff, and students are invited to submit proposals for activities that will support the general goals of the fund: institutional linkages, faculty and staff research, visiting scholars and students, and U of M student study and research. Proposals may be submitted at any time. MORE: http://www.international.umn.edu/funding/dubcek.html

NSEP WINNERS: University of Minnesota (Twin Cities) students Laura Schlichting (College of Liberal Arts) and Colin Walker (Carlson School) have been named recipients of the 2006-07 National Security Education Program (NSEP) Boren Undergraduate Scholarships, which support study abroad with an emphasis on learning languages. Scott Divine (College of Liberal Arts) was named an alternate. Approximately 140 awards were offered from a pool of 720 applications nationwide. NEXT DEADLINE: Jan. 17, 2007 MORE: http://www.international.umn.edu/funding/undergrad.html

Events

CENTER FOR AUSTRIAN STUDIES:

DANCING WITH THE DEVIL: TAKING ON WEST AFRICA'S WARLORDS, MAFIA, AND THUGS: by Judge David Crane, chief prosecutor of the Special Court for Sierra Leone, Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m., Cowles Auditorium, Humphrey Center. Crane's talk is free and open to the public and is cosponsored by the Minnesota International Center, the Minnesota Human Rights Center, University of St. Thomas Law School, and Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights.

INTERNATIONAL PIZZA & TALK: Monthly session sponsored by the Committee on International Education in the College of Education and Human Development, noon-1:30 p.m., 250 Wulling Hall. Complimentary pizza and beverages served at noon. No reservations necessary. MORE: 612-624-1006

JUDD FELLOWS EXPO: The annual poster session and reception for recipients of the Walter H. Judd International Graduate and Professional Fellowships will be Oct. 11, 4:30-6:30 p.m., at McNamara Alumni Center. Open to the public. Advisers, faculty, and former Judd Fellows are especially encouraged to attend. 2006 FELLOWS: http://www.international.umn.edu/funding/student_funding/judd/2006_judd_recipients.pdf

PANEL DISCUSSION WITH WALTER MONDALE ON THE KOREAN PENINSULA: Vice President Walter Mondale will moderate a panel discussion, "Beyond the Nuclear Issue: Crisis on the Korean Peninsula," Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-noon, Cowles Auditorium, Humphrey Center. Joining Mondale will be L. Desaix Anderson, deputy chief of mission in Tokyo under Ambassador Mike Mansfield; Burton Levin, former U.S. Consul General in Hong Kong and U.S. ambassador to Burma; and L. Gordon Flake, executive director of the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation and a frequent commentator on Asian issues. The event, which is cosponsored by the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation, is free and open to the public. ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 612-625-5309

REVOLUTIONS, REPORTERS AND REALITIES—THE MEDIA AND CUBAN PRESIDENT FIDEL CASTRO: New York Times correspondent Anthony DePalma shares his insight into the current situation in Cuba and the historical context in which Fidel Castro rose to power. Sponsored by the Minnesota International Center and the University of Minnesota School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Sept. 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Coffman Memorial Union Theater, $15 non-members, $5 members and students. REGISTER: https://www.micglobe.org/secure/registration.cfm?id=659

SMALL WORLD COFFEE HOUR : gives all students, staff, and faculty—both international and U.S.—the opportunity to meet with each other in a relaxing environment and learn about other cultures and traditions around the world. SWCH events are free and take place every other Friday, 4-6 p.m., in 110 Heller Hall. The first one this semester is on Sept. 22. Approximately 200 people attend each event, so come join in the fun! MORE: http://www.isss.umn.edu/programs/smallworld/

SPACES OF WAR: FRANCE AND THE FRANCOPHONE WORLD, an international conference hosted by the European Studies Consortium in collaboration with the Departments of History and French and Italian, will be held Oct. 26-28, 2006. MORE: http://www.esc.umn.edu/spacesofwar_schedule.htm

VOICES OF JIHAD: Do Islamic jihadis really hate American democracy and freedom? What are their goals and how do they justify the deaths of innocent people? David Aaron, director of RAND's Center for Middle East Public Policy, will offer insights to these questions, Sept. 12, noon-1:30 p.m., Humphrey Institute. He will present his work in a discussion introduced by Vice President Walter Mondale and moderated by Professor Larry Jacobs, director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance (CSPG). Sponsored by CSPG, the event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited.

University of Minnesota
International Campus Update
Vol. 7, No. 5

Office of International Programs
Interim Assoc. Vice President & Dean: Jim Perry
Editor: Jennifer Schulz

Interested persons may request to receive this newsletter as an e-mail update by contacting the editor at schul160@umn.edu or calling 612-624-0557.

The next issue will be sent in October. International Campus Update welcomes submissions. Please send items to be included by Friday, Sept. 22, to schul160@umn.edu or call 612-624-0557.