Location: 0201 Edward St. John
International students bring valuable knowledge, skills, and perspectives to UMD, but the ever-changing political and legal landscape brings uncertainty and pressure. How can we ensure these students feel supported, valued, and integrated into our academic community? Join Maryland Global and the TLTC to learn about UMD’s international student population and practice strategies for increasing belonging, explicitly articulating academic culture, and supporting a diverse global student population in the classroom. Explore best practices for designing curricula enriched with multicultural and international perspectives and fostering class participation and involvement that can drive international student satisfaction and academic success.
FACILITATORS:
Ginny Hutcheson, TLTC
Cassady Cundari, TLTC
Rebeca Moreno, ISSS
Taylor Woodman, GLI