Tomorrow, November 14th, marks the first day of International Education Week 2025. International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. Originally a joint initiative with the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, IEW was developed to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global…
By Amalie Little and Erica Kowsz A little over a year ago, Debbra Goh (’24) graduated from Wes with a double major in Environmental Studies and Religion, and a minor in East Asian Studies to boot. She had been accepted as a James C. Gaither Junior Fellows in the Sustainability, Climate, and Geopolitics program at…
The Saint Andrew’s Society of New York is seeking nominations for their scholarship for graduate studies in Scotland. To be eligible to apply, a Wesleyan student must be: (1) a senior, graduating in May 2026, (2) a US citizen, (3) of “some Scottish descent.” Selection criteria include: academic achievement, extracurricular activities, financial need, and clarity…
I am studying abroad in Iceland and have somehow managed to set the regional record for most hot dogs consumed in one sitting (22) in the town of Siglufjörður – Jacob Weinsheimer ’27 If you’re currently studying abroad and interested in submitting an anecdote to the newsletter—be it an amusing story, something you’re proud of,…
by Diana Tran While returning from my Arabic literature class at Mohamed V University in Rabat, I received an email from American Councils, informing me that I’d been promoted from alternate to finalist for the Critical Language Scholarship program. I first learned about the Critical Language Scholarship around this time last year. I was preparing…
by Zaynah Almasri Have an idea for International Education Week 2025 (Nov. 17–21) at Wesleyan? Don’t miss your chance to be part of this annual celebration of global learning, culture, and connection! Event proposals are due TOMORROW — Friday, October 30, 2025! Already registered events include: Have something new to add? Bring your ideas for…
by Caroline Mancini Founded in 1876, the University of Bristol is a public research university located in the city of Bristol, England. Around 25% of its students come from abroad, creating a welcoming, global campus community where international students can thrive. The university is renowned for its undergraduate research opportunities in STEM fields, including Physiology,…
Hi! My name is Charlotte from Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China. I’m a sophomore with a prospective major in Sociology, Science and Technology Studies, and a minor in Global Engagement. This semester, I’m co-leading the Cantonese Table and the student forum “Cantonese: Its language and Linguicide.” We teach Cantonese and its culture while spreading awareness of…
Juniors, if you a US citizen or national are committed to seeking a career in public service and planning to attend grad school, now is the time to consider applying for the Truman Scholarship! The Truman Foundation seeks to identify aspiring leaders at an important inflection point in their development – when they are college…
The Fries Center for Global Studies is excited to inform you that, the application is now open for the 2026 Critical Language Scholarship Program! The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is an intensive language and cultural immersion summer study abroad opportunity for American college and university students to learn languages essential to America’s engagement with the world. Students spend eight to ten weeks over the summer studying one…
