Global Reach
Celebrating a World of Flavor at С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ
The International Cook-Off, an event hosted by С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµâ€™s Office of Global Education and International Student and Scholar Services, is beloved by many international and domestic students.
Serendipitous Encounter Leads to International Opportunity for С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ Architecture Student
A lecture series in the College of Architecture and Environmental Design changed the trajectory of С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ senior Georgia Coulter's college experience, allowing her to study abroad with Frank Barkow, an educator, researcher and architect.
IN A FLASH: Culture, Cuisine and Maybe Even Some Dancing
Each month, the Office of Global Education presents a Cultural Café where members of the С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ community can learn about the history, traditions and cuisine of other countries from С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ's international students.
I AM FIRST Week Honors First-Generation Students, Staff and Alumni
Students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrated I AM FIRST Week, a recognition of С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ students’ first-generation identity, by building community and showcasing campus-wide support.
‘Rooted & Rising’: Bowman Breakfast Speaker Talks of His Immigrant Experience
This year’s speaker for С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµâ€™s Bowman Breakfast was the embodiment of the symbiotic relationship between the university and the city of Kent that is celebrated at the annual event.
Bobby Sanabria Brings Rhythm, History and Heart to С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ
As part of С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµâ€™s ongoing 2025-26 Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series, the university hosted seven-time Grammy nominee Bobby Sanabria as a guest artist. He led master classes, rehearsals and lectures focused on music, business and social change.
Global Partnering Is the ‘On Campus’ Big Idea
С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµâ€™s associate vice president of the Office of Global Education, Paulo Mussi Agusto, Ph.D., was featured as a guest in an episode of the “On Campus – with CITI Program" to talk about the American Academy.
С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµâ€™s Read Center to Provide Teacher Training for Nigerian Educators
С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµâ€™s Gerald H. Read Center for International and Intercultural Education recently was awarded a $50,000 grant to help train teachers in Southwestern Nigeria.
Freeman Fellows Program Offers Aid for Student Internships in Asia
Undergraduate students from any major who are interested in pursuing an international internship in East and Southeast Asian countries may be eligible for up to $6,500 to help make the experience affordable.
С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµâ€™s Office of Global Education is offering the awards through the KSU Freeman Fellows Internship in Asia Program, which this year has received a grant of $85,000 to offer support for up to 12 students.
Giving Students a Taste of Education Abroad
The Office of Global Education recently treated С»ÆÆ¬ÊÓÆµ students to a whimsical week of global considerations featuring a packed schedule of activities for students curious about studying abroad.