March News from The Center

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There is still time to register for The International Center's 2024 Annual Meeting, taking place at the Hine Hall Auditorium on Tuesday, March 5th, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

The past year marked a significant milestone for The Center as we celebrated our 50th anniversary. Join us as we reflect on the memorable moments of this milestone and delve into the accomplishments of each of the five 50th Anniversary projects. Now, our sights are set on the future, and we are eager to share our exciting plans for 2024, including the announcement of this year's International Citizen of the Year!

We are honored to feature distinguished guest speakers at the event, including Indiana University President, Dr. Pamela Whitten, and President and CEO of TechPoint, Ting Gootee, Indiana University Indianapolis Associate Vice Chancellor for International Affairs, Dr. Hilary Kahn, and Cummins Inc. Director of Global Right Environment, Jasmin French (emcee).

Please use the button below to register.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. You can e-mail Deacon Fountain at dfountain@internationalcenter.org or call 317-220-6274.

2024 Morris Series Application Now Open

The application window for the 2024 James T. Morris Global Leadership Series is now open! This series, Indiana's first and only global leadership development program, is a gateway to unparalleled personal and professional development. This five-month series will expand your cultural knowledge through a collaborative curriculum, while convening and connecting established and rising relevant global leadership.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to shape your future!

Apply Now

Welcome, Dr. Randall Smith!

The Center is thrilled to welcome Dr. Randy Smith, who will be working as a Relocation Specialist! Dr. Smith, a Professor of Political Science at Franklin College, has lead tours/groups that connect Hoosiers with places like Chicago, St. Louis, New York, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Tokyo. He says that, "serving as a Relocation Specialist permits [him] the opportunity to continue to connect with people from around the world by introducing them to Hoosiers and all that Indy has to offer." Welcome to the team!

Learn more about Dr. Smith and the rest of our staff in our new staff bios.

Celebrating International Women's History Month

March 8th is International Women’s Day, which is a day that not only celebrates the achievements of women and the progress made toward women’s rights but also brings attention to ongoing struggles for equality around the world. At The International Center, we proudly celebrate International Women's Month, recognizing and honoring the invaluable contributions of women from around the globe.

Living up to the Mission

The International Center is a catalyst to inform, convene and connect public, private and civic global objectives in Indiana.

Inform:

Dive into the rich tapestry of Black History beyond the month of February! Explore the significance of Black History Month with insights from our board members and explore The Center's ties to Indiana's vibrant heritage in our latest blog. Let's celebrate, reflect, and commit to progress together!

Convene:

Our Spring 2024 intern cohort recently hosted the Head Consul, Maki Teramoto, of the Consulate of Mexico in Indianapolis for a lunch. The interns were able to ask questions and receive answers about her involvements with the Consulate, the community, and career advice for the interns.

On behalf of the interns at The International Center, thank you to Maki Teramoto for visiting and giving us your kind words of wisdom.

Connect:

We were delighted to partner with the Indiana-Germany Business Council and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College to host a reception at Tastings - A Wine Experience for two delegations from Germany: one led by German Parliamentarian Michael Link, and another led by Wine Princess of Germany Jessica Himmelsbach. Our alumni from the James T. Morris Global Leadership Series were able to network with both delegations along with members of IGBC.

Upcoming International Events

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