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Ukrainian Catholic University’s (UCU) Institute of Ecumenical Studies (IES) has created a platform allowing its students to tell their stories to students and academic communities around the world. A two-hour virtual event titled “Online Solidarity Meeting with Ukrainian Students”…

Notre Dame International (NDI), with support from its global network, is launching an interactive series on ThinkND…

Notre Dame International, with support from other campus departments and organizations, is celebrating International Education Week (IEW) from November 15-21, 2021. IEW is a national event coordinated by the U.S. Department of State and Department of Education to celebrate and promote global exchange between the United States and other countries.…

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is withdrawing a proposed rule that would make it harder for international students to maintain enrollment in U.S. universities. A formal notice withdrawing the proposed rule was published Tuesday, July 6, 2021 in the Federal Register.…

The University of Notre Dame is moving forward with plans to send students abroad for the fall 2021 semester. An email…

Due to the unpredictable nature of global travel during COVID-19, the University is suspending all undergraduate summer 2021 outbound study abroad and global education programs. An email was sent out to all affected students and faculty on March 29.…

"The University’s mission statement is clear: we have an obligation to 'create a sense of human solidarity and concern for the common good that will bear fruit.' Guided by this conviction, Notre Dame International stands in solidarity with Asian and Asian American communities everywhere." Originally published by Colleen Wilcox…

The University of Notre Dame’s commitment to internationalization continues to be recognized on a national level, as the University ranks in the top ten for study abroad participation. The Institute for International Education ranks Notre Dame 7th among doctorate-granting universities for undergraduate study abroad participation during the 2018-19 academic year.…

The study abroad team at Notre Dame International is launching a new podcast meant to highlight the diversity of experiences abroad among students, returnees, and alumni. The weekly podcast, BeyoND Study Abroad, launches on Friday, Oct. 9.…

The study abroad team at Notre Dame International is launching a new digital initiative that connects the different phases of study abroad and enhances the experience for students. Study Abroad Compass, a newly developed and innovative program, will be a collection of courses, online lectures, and certificates completed over the different...

In response to the escalation of 2019-novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and continued global uncertainty, the University of Notre Dame is suspending all summer 2020 outbound study abroad programs. An email…

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 9. Throughout the week, students are encouraged to participate in signature events, information sessions, and social opportunities.…

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 photo contest is now accepting submissions for the 2019 cycle. Undergraduate students are encouraged to share their study abroad experiences and stories through engaging and inspiring photos. The...

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 Sharma had a difficult case after she filed as a J-1 Research Scholar from India. Sharma did everything right; she filed in...

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 winners of the 2018 photo and video contest. This year, more than 350 photos were submitted, along with 16 videos.…

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 vibrant European city known for its international literary festivals? The adventures are endless for those interested...

Notre Dame International is reminding students to submit summer study abroad program applications by Friday, February 1. There are more than 20 programs open for summer 2019 and available to students from every college and major.…

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 of Mount Geraneia in Greece. To her left, she could see the ancient city of Corinth, where...

To prepare students for leadership roles in a changing global landscape, we are bringing Notre Dame to the world and the world to Notre Dame….” -President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C. There is power in that statement. Intention. The message is also tangible. The University’s commitment to internationalization is demonstrated...

The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship has been awarded to six Notre Dame students who will be studying abroad in spring 2019. This is a record number of recipients for the University in a single application cycle. Among the selected students: • Junior Seth Cattanach of Minnesota...

Steiner plays a solo acoustic set in Chicago Julia Steiner writes songs and plays them in a rock band called Ratboys. Now based in Chicago, she grew up in Louisville, Kentucky before attending the University of Notre Dame, where she graduated with a BA in English. During her third year...

Nine students will travel to Ireland’s west coast this fall to participate in a new immersive Notre Dame International program in Galway City, Ireland. Students will take classes on the campus of The National University of Ireland – Galway (NUIG), which ranks among the top 2% of universities in the world.