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Rutgers-New Brunswick Is a Top Producer of Fulbright Recipients Again: The university produced 12 Fulbright students this year, including recent college graduates and students attending the School of Graduate Studies and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The recognition is shared by some of the nation’s most elite institutions, including Princeton University and Harvard University.
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Rutgers University to Host 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders: Rutgers University is proud to announce its selection as an Institute Partner for the 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. Beginning in mid-June, Rutgers will host 25 of Africa’s brightest, emerging leaders for a six-week Leadership in Business Institute, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
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Rutgers Among U.S. University Leaders Traveling to India to Expand Educational Partnerships: Rutgers University is part of the Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Delegation convening 100+ higher education leaders and senior officials from both countries. Vice President for Global Affairs Eric Garfunkel and Executive Director of International Student Services Mohini Mukherjee from Rutgers Global are representing the university and are meeting with alumni while in India.
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Learning Abroad Shaped Rutgers–Camden Alum’s future in the City of Lights: Read about Sheldon Morris, the Rutgers University–Camden alumnus who lives in Paris, where he works as an engineering consultant--which surprises even him some days.
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Rutgers Enters Into Transformative Open Access Agreement With Leading Global Academic Publisher Elsevier: Rutgers University announced a historic, transformative open-access partnership with Elsevier, a global leader in information, scientific research, and analytics. This agreement marks an important step toward making the results of Rutgers’ research openly accessible, ensuring it is globally and permanently available.
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Young Alumna Feature: Chelsea Phuangthong (SEBS’21): Phuangthong graduated in 2021 from the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences with a major in biochemistry. She now works at Merck, a pharmaceutical company and travels to Switzerland for her job. During her time at Rutgers, she was a SEBS Ambassador, working with international students and domestic students alike.
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LinkedIn:
Repost of Rutgers Peace Corps Recruiter Pablo Arenas Gallo:
Super excited to see New Jersey in the top 10! Learn how you can #ServeBoldly at PeaceCorps.gov/Bold or schedule a meeting with me to talk about your interest in Peace Corps!
#RUGlobal
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TikTok:
You can walk the streets of Buenos Aires, grab Puchero for lunch, and cuddle up with your host family dog just like Angelica did in her day in the life abroad! @jamorgelly
Angelica Castillo | CIEE: (Buenos Aires, Argentina and Santiago) - Spring 2024
#rutgersglobal #RUStudyAbroad #ciee #studyabroadargentina
#studyabroadbuenosaires #buenosaires #dayinthelife #dayinthelifeargentina
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2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Competition Open!
We are excited to announce the competition for Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards for the 2025-26 academic year!
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers over 400 unique fellowships to U.S. citizens to teach, research and conduct professional projects in more than 130 countries.
Explore awards available in the 2025-26 competition. Faculty, researchers, artists and professionals in all disciplines can join the more than 400,000 Fulbrighters who have come away with enhanced skills, new connections and greater mutual understanding.
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Supporting the Writing of International Graduate Students Workshop, March 20, 1:00-2:30 p.m., Virtual
Join us for a virtual workshop on "Supporting the Writing of International Graduate Students". This workshop is part of the classroom inclusivity series in collaboration between the Office of Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research (OTEAR), Rutgers Writing Program, and Rutgers Global.
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Academic Coaching for International Students - Learn from Peers Mini-Course
If you are looking to get individualized support to manage your time and improve your performance in your courses this Spring--plus earn 1 credit that counts towards graduation--there are still a few spots available for Academic Coaching for International Students - Learn from Peers Mini-Course (01:090:227).
The Academic Coaching Mini-Course is 7 weeks long and starts March 5 or 7 (depending on your section). To find this course in the University Schedule of Classes visit: Academic Coaching for International Students 01:090:227
For more information or with questions on how to register reach out via email: [email protected]
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Career Exploration in Arts & Sciences Mini-Course - International Student Section
The Career Exploration in Arts & Sciences Mini-Course is 7 weeks long and starts March 5. This 1.5 credit graded mini course will help you develop the knowledge and competencies to create a purpose-filled life and career. The international student section offers focused support for the unique career needs and challenges international students face as you plan and pursue your professional futures. The course is open to students of any school of enrollment and all class years except first-years.
To learn more about this course visit: http://go.rutgers.edu/4epaoe7u
To request an SPN to register contact: [email protected]
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Friendship Fridays: Winter International Social, March 1, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Gathering Lounge, Livingston Student Center
Friendship Fridays are open to all Rutgers students, both domestic and international, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. Each week there will be a different theme where attendees can enjoy games, activities, and conversation - all while making new friends from around the world.
This week, join us for an end of winter gathering. Students will be able to chat with others and enjoy some tasty party foods!
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Global Spring Festival, March 19, 7:00-9:00 pm, Livingston Hall
Come experience how the world celebrates Spring! Participate in activities, design Spring-themed crafts from around the world, watch cultural performances and sample global foods!
There will be a henna artist and a photobooth, and we will be raffling off $50 VISA gift cards.
Be sure to register on getINVOLVED at the link below!
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Spring 2024 Wellness Events for International Students, March 21, 5:00-6:30 p.m., 180 College Ave.
Finding it hard to adapt?
Are you experiencing difficulty navigating the new way of life and culture? We are here to help! Learn effective ways of adapting to a healthy new lifestyle in the U.S.
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Spring 2024 International Student Workshop: CPT/OPT 101, March 28, 3:30-5:00 p.m., Academic Building 2400, CAC
Bring your laptop and come with questions! This session is for students who have completed the off-campus workshop in RGlobal and have questions about their OPT application materials.
Please note that this is for students who already have a basic understanding of the OPT process. Students are expected to have started the material review e-form in RGlobal before coming to this session.
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Friendship Fridays: Game Night, March 29, 4:00-5:00 pm, BSC International Lounge, Busch Campus
Join us for some fun and games. Feel free to bring your favorite game to share with others or play one of the many games that we will have on hand.
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More Global Events:
Study Abroad Advising:
If you aren’t sure which program you would like to apply to, or if you would like to get a head start on planning for your abroad experience, the first thing you should do is speak with one of our Rutgers Global-Study Abroad advisors!
Check out our online and in-person advising and info sessions here.
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We are always looking for globally-oriented stories and events to share in Global Connections. If you have suggestions for submissions, please email them to [email protected].
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Rutgers Global is the university-wide office for international affairs at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The office provides extensive study and service-learning abroad opportunities, academic support for international students, visa and immigration processing for international students and scholars, international partnership facilitation, and on-campus global programming that helps to educate students and professionals alike. Rutgers Global is committed to comprehensive internationalization for both students and faculty, creating resources and opportunities to enhance our global engagement at home and abroad. | | | | |
