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…
International Center awards more than $82,000 in study abroad scholarships for 2019
Published May 31, 2019
The International Center was pleased to award $82,680 in study abroad scholarships to 132 MU students studying abroad in 2019. Students have the opportunity to apply for these scholarships as part of the study abroad application process. Congratulations to all the recipients! International Center Scholarship Provides need-, merit- and diversity-based awards to students participating in…
Sponsored Student Program adds virtual advising sessions
Published May 24, 2019
Beginning June 4, the International Center's Sponsored Student Program will offer virtual advising sessions. These sessions are available to all incoming or current international sponsored students. Virtual advising sessions are held from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursdays. Registration for virtual advising appointments is open now —…