Global News, March 2025

Rutgers-New Brunswick Is a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars: Rutgers University–New Brunswick has earned recognition as a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars by the U.S. Department of State, securing its place among the nation’s elite institutions for faculty and administrators selected for the program.


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Rutgers Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumni Present at Rwanda Conference: A panel comprised of alumni from the 2024 Rutgers Mandela Washington Fellowship Program presented at the 12th International Conference of the African Materials Research Society (AMRS) in Kigali, Rwanda in December.


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Rutgers Welcomes Back Distinguished Alum, Professor Euichul “Charles” Jung: Now serving as director of library services and professor of media studies at Sangji University in South Korea, Professor Jung's return underscored the enduring bonds within the Rutgers global network.


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Fulbright Semifinalists Pursue International Excellence: Rutgers University–Camden is proud to congratulate its semifinalists for 2025 Fulbright awards. Two alumni and two students have advanced toward prestigious awards in research, teaching, and graduate study.


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Express Newark Explores Muslim Spiritual and Artistic World In “Ritual” Exhibitions: Express Newark launched Ritual, a series of exhibitions and events that explore the relationship between Islamic spiritual practices, rituals, and art—featuring experimentations in photography, film, sound art, and textiles. 


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International Student's Determination Leads to Early Success in MBA Program: The Rutgers Full Time MBA Program brought Barbie Tyagi to the U.S. for the first time, and she was nervous attending a student networking event at the start of her first semester. “I was thrilled yet anxious ... but any unease quickly fades away. The people here make you feel so welcomed that I soon realized the shell I once had was no longer there.”


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International Women's Day

March 8th marks International Women's Day!

#AccelerateAction


Rutgers University has demonstrated a strong commitment to a gender equal community. We will continue to work to forge women's empowerment worldwide, celebrate women's achievements, and raise awareness against bias. Be sure to check out the events happening around the University to celebrate IWD2025.


  • March 7: Women's Day at Douglass, Douglass Student Center, New Brunswick: Register here.
  • March 8: International Women's Day Conference Day Two: Community Impact, Ruth Bader Ginsberg Hall, Newark: Register here.


Happy International Women's Day from Rutgers Global!

For Faculty

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YouTube: Meet Dr. Mary Curran, Director of Local-Global Partnerships and Professor at Rutgers Graduate School of Education, as she discusses her semester-long course "Community-Engaged Education in Yucatán." This innovative program, in partnership with Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán, connects students with communities in both New Jersey and México for authentic language learning experiences and cultural exchange.


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Aljona Casingal, a Rutgers Biotechnology student studying abroad at Yonsei University this semester, discusses her desire to immerse herself in the cultural scenery of South Korea through education, dance, and food experiences.


Aljona Casingal | Yonsei University (South Korea) - Spring 2025

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We had so much fun at our Friendship Friday last month. Make sure to join us at the next one and enjoy games, food, and make new friends!


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LinkedIn: Rutgers Global hosted 20 students from Kyung Hee University (KHU) in South Korea for a two-week visiting student program on the topics of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Human Rights, and Peace Studies last month. Students had the opportunity to attend lectures delivered by Rutgers professors and United Nations officials, participate in interactive discussions, and gain hands-on field experiences in advancing peace, resolving conflicts, and safeguarding human rights on a global scale.


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Rutgers Global Featured Events

CAPS/ISSS International Student Support Space: Building Communities & Making Connections, Friday, March 7, 2:00-3:30 pm, 180 College Ave.


Join us in a safe and welcoming space where you can discuss the quality of your interpersonal relationships and social connections. Discover ways to improve communication skills and strengthen your connections with others.


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Global Showcase, Tuesday, March 11, 6:00-9:00 pm, Livingston Hall


Experience the world in one night through cultural performances and fun activities - no passport required! Join us in Livingston Hall for an evening of crafts, language learning, international dances, and more, thanks to many of the cultural student organizations at Rutgers. There will be prize raffles throughout the evening including $50 Visa gift cards. You can also sample international sweets, too.  


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Working With International Students Workshop-Spring 2025, Wednesday, March 26, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, College Ave Student Center


Rutgers Global – International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) is offering an in-person workshop on working with international students. 


Earn the Working with International Students Workshop digital badge upon completion.


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CPT/OPT 101 - Spring 2025

Thursday, March 27, 3:00-4:30 pm, Academic Building East, Room 2400


Our International Student Workshop on CPT/OPT 101 is back! 


Learn about the CPT and OPT process, eligibility, what forms to fill out with RGlobal, procedures, important dates, and filing your OPT application with the USCIS. 


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Friendship Fridays - March 2025

Friday, March 28, 4:00-5:00 pm, Busch Student Center


Friendship Fridays are a monthly opportunity for the Rutgers community to step away from classwork and research and just hang out and relax together. Join us to enjoy games, activities, food, and conversation - and make new friends from around the world!


This month, in addition to our usual activities, Scarlet Arts Rx will be on hand to lead a creative project for attendees.  


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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.

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 krosko@global.rutgers.edu.
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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.