Welcome, Katie and Killion
Published Oct. 4, 2019
The International Center is pleased to welcome two new members to its staff. Katie Alexander serves in a new role at the International Center as the study abroad student engagement assistant. Katie has a master's degree in global studies and a bachelor's degree in Spanish from Missouri State University. While completing her undergraduate degree, she…
Tina Bloom named faculty fellow for International Programs
Published Sept. 23, 2019
We are pleased to announce that Tina Bloom, associate professor of nursing, will serve as the new faculty fellow for International Programs for 2019/20. She will devote 8–10 hours per week to specific projects for the division, including strategic planning, international agreements and coordination of international activities across campus. Bloom's international experience includes leading a…
Sept. 11, 2019
I-LEAP program provides students with real-world work experience
Students participating in the I-LEAP program learn real-world English and develop an early career by interning at local businesses.
Aug. 19, 2019
Asian Affairs Center works with MU geography instructor to foster diverse learning experience for students
GeoBuds is a series of conversational events in which both American and Asian students can share their culture and values with each other.
Welcome, Cole and Tonya
Published Aug. 14, 2019
The International Center is pleased to welcome two new members to its staff. Cole Gallagher is serving as an international scholar adviser. He is a Mizzou graduate with a bachelor's degree in biological sciences, a minor in Japanese and a multicultural certificate. During his undergraduate program, he worked as a Japanese language tutor, Ellis Library…
Aug. 12, 2019
New program helps Chinese scholars prepare for better careers
The new Global Leadership Program offers an immersive English environment and the opportunity to live and study like American students.
Aug. 2, 2019
Alumnus from South Korea says Asian Affairs Center helped him stay connected with MU for past 20 years
"What the (Asian) Affairs Center does to connect with Asian countries helps professors research and network and provides students with cultural education," Yoon said.
International Programs faculty fellow opening
Published July 23, 2019
The Office of International Programs is looking to hire a part-time faculty fellow to work with Mary Stegmaier, interim vice provost, on specific projects involving strategic planning, international agreements and coordination of international activities across campus. The one-year position, with the possibility of renewal, provides for a course release and a month summer salary. If…
International students can now submit document requests in myStatus
Published July 15, 2019
The International Center's Document Request System has moved: Beginning July 15, all online document requests should be submitted through myStatus. The new system will continue to allow international students and scholars to request immigration-related documents and processes online. It also enables center staff to process documents more efficiently and ensures data accuracy through integration with…
SEVIS fees to increase starting June 24
Published June 12, 2019
The U.S. Student Exchange and Visitor Program recently announced changes to its fees. These changes will be implemented at midnight EDT on June 24, 2019, and will impact international students and scholars on specific visas. F-1/J-1 international students If you will apply for an F-1 or J-1 visa, you are required to pay an I-901…