Japanese major’s study abroad and internship experiences help launch career as U.S. diplomat
Before Beth Gee ’10 studied abroad in Tokyo during her junior year, the Japanese and political science major had never left the United States. Now, as a U.S. foreign service officer, Gee travels for a living. She is currently working at the American Embassy in the Republic of the Congo...
Four receive spring Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
Four University of Notre Dame students will study abroad next semester as Gilman Scholars, all through Notre Dame International.
Living stones
Originally published by the Office of Public Affairs and Communications. Just as the sun…
Notre Dame suspends spring 2020 programming in Hong Kong
The University of Notre Dame announced Wednesday (Nov. 20) that it has suspended spring 2020 programming at three Hong Kong universities because escalating violence poses an unacceptable risk to the 14 Notre Dame students slated to attend classes there.
Meet the Football Friday Bagpiper
NDWorks caught up with David Younger…
Students invited to explore opportunities abroad during annual Study Abroad Week
Notre Dame International is hosting a series of events to help connect students with resources and information on study abroad opportunities around the world. Study Abroad Week kicks off Monday, September…
Fusing faith and action: Community Based Learning (CBL) celebrates 10 years in Ireland
CBL orientation day, Spring 2015, where participants meet their mentors and learn a little about the site where they will volunteer for the semester.…
Over promise, over deliver: Lessons learned from the Global Professional Experience program
Zhang spent her summer at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) in Beijing Attina Zhang, originally from Nanjing, China, is a rising junior…
Record eight undergraduates earn Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
Eight Notre Dame students, all sophomores, have been awarded Gilman Scholarships to study abroad during the 2019-20 academic year, a record number for the University for a single application cycle.
2019 study abroad photo contest now open
Hillary Alamene's photo from the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem won first place in the 2018 photo contest Notre Dame International’s study abroad…
Living out a dream: Artistic immersion in London
In her application for the London Global Gateway, Rachel Mills’ described a daydream that she often had in South Bend. The fantasy scenario involved her exiting the tube station into Trafalgar Square, and walking the through crowds of buskers, commuters and tourists to reach her place of work: the National...
Year abroad helps Italian major develop language skills, discover senior thesis topic, and strengthen connection to family heritage
Gianna Van Heel’s time studying abroad while at Notre Dame was immersive and comprehensive — the nearly yearlong experience included coursework, research, an internship, and embracing the Italian way of life. She knew it was the best way to truly learn another language. Van Heel, who won the College of Arts...
Majoring in neuroscience helps Arts and Letters student research concussions, study abroad, and land a job at a big consulting firm
When Joseph Weiler was 8, he sustained his first concussion — and he's wanted to study the complexities of the brain ever since. Now a neuroscience and behavior major in the College of Arts and Letters, Weiler's senior thesis oversaw the implementation of the Cogstate Cognigram — a test designed to track early cognitive symptoms...
Six students receive summer Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
Six students have been named Gilman Scholars for the summer 2019 academic cycle, tying a University record for the most Gilman Scholars in a single academic cycle and setting a University record for the most Gilman Scholars in a single academic year with 15.
Easter in Jerusalem: Finding the “Holy” in the Holy Land
Born and raised in San Francisco, California, Whitney C. Lim is a junior studying abroad in Jerusalem,…
How a study abroad experience in Ireland led to innovative cancer research
Jenna Koenig’s first love was solving mysteries. She felt compelled to piece together leads and unravel complex puzzles. There was excitement behind the chase, as it ultimately led to discovery.…
Off the beaten path: Two scholars in Rome explore the city through marathon training
Matthew Canonico, running in front of the Colosseum Matthew Canonico is studying in Rome with the Rome…
Host family provides “perfect introduction” to Santiago for study abroad student Brendan Markey
Brendan Markey is pictured with his host mom, Leticia Larraín Junior Brendan Markey was playing a game of pick up basketball when he fell and broke his wrist. As a study…
An immersive experience: How a study abroad student in Rome learned a new culture through playing water polo
Christopher Kreienkamp was in sixth grade when he first started to play water polo, and he never left the sport. He is currently one of the captains…
For anthropology major Grace Garvey, exploring other disciplines is key to research success
Grace Garvey’s academic curiosity isn’t confined to one subject area. Her interest in human migration manifests in all sorts of different disciplines. She’s an anthropology major who is working closely with an American studies professor on her senior thesis. For her capstone project in the Hesburgh Program in Public Service,...
From Hong Kong to South Bend: An international student’s perspective on celebrating differences and taking advantage of opportunities
Notre Dame students and Bethlehem University students spending time together in Jerusalem James Luk ‘21 is an international student from Hong Kong majoring in political…
Study abroad students in Rome volunteer at annual Pontifical Academy for Life conference
Chris Kreienkamp, Grace Schippers, Hannah Gillespie, Megan Welborn, and Conor Fitzpatrick in front of the Vatican after the conference Seven students, studying abroad for the semester at the Rome Global…
Locked in for the night: A student shares her experience inside the Holy Sepulchre
Eva and two other students spent a night in the Holy Sepulchre for a night of prayer and refection Eva Napierkowski is a junior studying neuroscience…
International students, scholars receive free tax assistance through collaborative program
Navigating the tax system is complicated enough for many people living in the United States, but it can be particularly complex for international students, scholars, and faculty. Swarnali…
Capturing the experience abroad: The 2018 photo and video contest winners
Hillary Alamene's photo from the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem won first place in the 2018 photo contest. Notre Dame International’s study abroad team is pleased to announce the…
Interested in studying abroad next year? There are programs still available
Would you enjoy a trek through Jordan by camelback or visiting holy sites in Nazareth and Bethlehem? Interested in studying abroad in the most populated urban area in the world? What about exploring a…
Applications for summer study abroad programs due February 1
Notre Dame International is reminding students to submit summer study abroad program applications by Friday, February 1. There are more than 20 programs open…
Traveling internationally for Notre Dame? There’s a registration for that.
The University urges faculty and staff traveling abroad for work to register the travel at ndi-tr.nd.edu. Registration is mandatory for undergraduate students traveling internationally on University-sponsored travel, and is strongly encouraged for graduate students,…
Notre Dame, international since the beginning
Since its inception, the University of Notre Dame has been a global school. It was founded by a French priest and brothers in 1842 with money raised in Europe, and as soon as 1850 was enrolling international students. In the decades that followed, more than 100 students would come…
Submissions for 2018 photo and video contest due January 31
DeMoe is standing at the top of Mt. Geraneia, which overlooks the Gulf of Corinth After a long day of hiking and getting lost, Dominique DeMoe eventually found her way to the top…