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German Fulbright Students Dive Into U.S. Culture and Leadership With UMD
The University of Maryland (UMD) recently welcomed 24 undergraduate students from across Germany for a month-long journey of discovery, dialogue and leadership. The result: fearless ideas, global friendships and skills that will continue to shape them as future-ready leaders.
Centering Purpose, Strengthening Impact: Education Abroad Team Sharpens Focus on Student Experience
This summer, alongside their annual staff retreat, the Education Abroad (EA) team engaged in a professional development series focused on strengthening global learning design and outcomes—part of a broader effort to ensure every student’s experience abroad is purposeful, inclusive, and aligned with their goals.
UMD Launches Immersive Arabic Program in Jordan
Education Abroad is excited to announce Maryland-in-Amman, a new study abroad program launching Spring 2026 that transforms Jordan's vibrant capital into your classroom.
UMD and Bowie State Partner to Fund Passports for 25 Students Through 2025 IIE Grant
The University of Maryland (UMD) College Park, in partnership with Bowie State University (BSU), has been selected to receive the 2025 IIE American Passport Project grant. This collaborative initiative will enable UMD and BSU to nominate 25 eligible students to each receive $165.00 to fund their U.S. passport application process.
University of Maryland Ranks No. 4 Nationally Among Peace Corps’ Top Volunteer-Producing Universities in 2025
Since the Peace Corps’ founding in 1961, the University of Maryland has produced 1,175 alumni who have served abroad as volunteers. Currently, 28 alumni are serving in 17 countries around the world.
International Health Scholars Convene at UMD for Global Health Systems Exchange
The UMD School of Public Health recently welcomed scholars from Ireland, Germany and the U.S. for the Spring 2025 U21HREx Symposium.
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