Faculty Global Connections

Karin Fischer, senior writer with The Chronicle of Higher Education and one of the most prominent international education reporters in the nation, will deliver the International Education Week keynote address. She will discuss the impact of globalization on higher education and how global politics are shaping higher education. Described as "one of the most astute observers of international higher education," Karin has written for the Chronicle for 20 years and writes about international education, including American colleges’ activities overseas, the globalization of the college experience, study abroad, and more.

This session is presented by OISS in which Prasant D. Desai, Esq. of Iandoli Desai & Cronin P.C. will review the pathways to Green Cards for Lehigh's international Postdoctoral community. 

Lehigh's Virtual International Exchange Community of Practice invites you to join us to learn about our partnership with Forman Christian College University located in Lahore, Pakistan. VIE exchanges enhance student learning and collaboration. The initiative for our second year of partnering with FCCU incorporates the use of artificial intelligence to foster student engagement and collaboration. These interactions not only enrich the students' educational experience but also help them develop valuable intercultural skills.

The Global Teaching and Learning Fellows in Mexico (GTLF) is an interdisciplinary micro- and meta- study abroad experience for faculty interested in engaging students in global learning. If you're interested in applying or learning more, drop by to hear from past Fellows about their experiences and ask questions. Light refreshments will be available. Applications for this program are open and due January 30.

Assistant Professor of Art History Florencia San Martín in conversation with Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures and Latin American and Latino Studies Matthew Bush about two recent publications edited by Prof. San Martín about contemporary art in Chile.

Throughout October, Lehigh’s international community had the opportunity to nominate faculty and staff who have made an impact on their experience here at Lehigh. This luncheon brings together both nominator and nominee to celebrate the impact and importance of Lehigh’s international community.

The Ron Koehn Conference Grant Award for Innovative Education Abroad Programs is named in honor of Ron Koehn. A long-time education abroad innovator, Ron played a significant role in advancing the education abroad field, especially through his contributions to innovations in program design. The Ron Koehn Conference Grant Award is given annually to a faculty member or education abroad colleague who has been especially effective in contributing to innovations in education abroad program design.

Join us during International Education Week 2024 for a compelling discussion that will explore the innovative ways in which educators and institutions are incorporating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into Virtual Exchange (VE) and Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects. Discover how these global objectives can drive local educational initiatives, transforming teaching methods and enriching student learning outcomes. Our panelists of leading experts and practitioners in the field will share case studies and practical strategies for aligning VE/COIL projects with global challenges to create impactful, sustainable learning experiences. Don’t miss insights on how these integrations not only enhance academic programs but also prepare students to be proactive contributors to global solutions.

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education are pleased to release new findings from the Open Doors® Report on International Educational Exchange. Experts will present data on international student enrollments in the United States during the 2023/24 academic year and U.S. students studying abroad during the 2022/23 academic year. This event is being held in conjunction with the worldwide observance of International Education Week and the 75th anniversary of the Open Doors report.

As part of International Education Week, SafeAbroad is hosting a webinar series to explore the evolving role of cultural competence, technology, and student empowerment in creating a safer environment for international education.

In collaboration with UNESCO, the IAU WHED Portal provides authoritative information on:

• higher education systems and credentials,
• all accredited or recognized higher education institutions (HEIs) that meet WHED criteria

(currently ca. 21,000 HEIs).