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Global Visionaries: Kim Lovaas
December 27, 2024
Kim Lovaas The Office of Global Affairs is pleased to feature Kim Lovaas for our December 2024 edition of the Global Visionaries series. The Global Visionaries series highlights the UW's global impact by featuring innovative, globally-engaged faculty, staff, students and alumni. Kim Lovaas, Director of International Student Services, describes her experience advocating for and supporting…
Ahmad Ezzeddine to be next vice provost for Global Affairs
December 16, 2024
Ahmad Ezzeddine will serve as the UW’s next vice provost for Global Affairs, beginning Feb. 1. Ahmad Ezzeddine Ezzeddine comes from Wayne State University in Detroit, his alma mater, where he is the senior vice provost for partnerships, workforce and international initiatives. He fills the position vacated when Jeffrey Riedinger retired and became professor emeritus at…
Vote Now! UW Global Photo Contest
December 15, 2024
We received more than 130 submissions for our 2024 UW Global Photo Contest! Vote for your favorite finalist in each category. Virtual voting closes December 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM PT. Vote Now Can't vote in December? Swing by our UW Study Abroad Fair on January 16, 2025 at the HUB to vote in-person.
Global Visionaries: Yen-Chu Weng
November 25, 2024
The Office of Global Affairs is excited to celebrate Yen-Chu Weng for our November 2024 edition of the Global Visionaries series. The Global Visionaries series highlights the UW's global impact by featuring innovative, globally-engaged faculty, staff, students and alumni. Yen-Chu Weng Dr. Yen-Chu Weng, Lecturer, Program on the Environment, describes her experience advancing global learning…
Register now! November 21 Information Session for Faculty
November 13, 2024
Are you a UW faculty member interested in learning how to support international students? Join International Student Services for a virtual information session on employment options available to international students. This session will cover key work authorization types, eligibility requirements, and tips for navigating on-campus and off-campus employment. Learn how international students can gain valuable…