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  • Sophia Wooden at a viewpoint in Barcelona

    Sophia Wooden on Maryland-in-Barcelona

    "I grew a lot in my cross cultural business skills and in my Spanish speaking skills while abroad. My network expanded when I embraced the community around me."

  •  Matthew Thomann (right), an assistant professor of anthropology, and research assistant John Maina (left) stand outside the recovery center in Nairobi, Kenya.

    Fearless Fulbrights: Dr. Matthew Thomann

    Dr. Matthew Thomann traveled to Kenya in 2022 to the University of Nairobi to examine sexuality and the politics of health in sub-Saharan Africa and the United States.

  • N'deye Diop '26 pictured in front of a mural in Korea.

    First Time Traveler & SLLC Sophomore N’deye Diop Thrives in Korea

    Wondering what studying abroad might look like if you’ve never been on a plane? Meet N’deye Diop ‘26, Arabic student, first-time traveler, Black and Muslim woman. Diop shares her experience with Winter at Yonsei and advice for other students like her.

  • Dr. Donna Howard (left) poses with a village elder in India (right).

    Fearless Fulbrights: Dr. Donna Howard

    Professor Emerita of Public Health, Dr. Donna Howard, shares her 2008 Fulbright experience in India and its continuous positive reverberations—16 years later.

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    Symposium Recap: Global Classrooms Students Excel in the Face of War, Displacement

    On April 29, 2024, Global Classrooms course “Borders and Memory Making in Times of War” hosted their end-of-year symposium, showcasing student projects developed across borders and time zones, amid a global conflict.

  • Jack Burke stands overlooking a canal. His back is to the camera.

    Why Should You Study Abroad as a STEM Student?

    Think study abroad is not for STEM majors? Think again! Study abroad can give you an edge in the job market–expanding your networking and building employable skills. Learn how a Maryland-led winter program helped Jack, a computer science major, stand out during a job interview.


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