Welcome, Heidi, Allison and Brendan
Published Nov. 20, 2017
The International Center is pleased to welcome three new members to its study abroad staff. Heidi Prillwitz joins the center as a senior study abroad coordinator. She holds a master's degree in education and human development from the George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and a bachelor's degree in psychology from Taylor University in Indiana.…
Nov. 16, 2017
China Up-Close 2018
Explore China on this guided tour of Beijing, Jingbian, Xi'An and Shanghai.
Nov. 16, 2017
Korean officials visit St. Louis court
The visit was part of their intensive two-week training program on U.S. dispute resolution and conflict management.
Nov. 16, 2017
Orr Street Studios hosts dreams-themed art event for kids
Asian Affairs Center students and ambassadors volunteered to help kids create dream catchers at this event.
Nov. 13, 2017
Students reflect on study abroad experiences during International Education Week
In conjunction with the start of International Education Week, the International Center recognized MU study abroad participants while sharing stories and images that illustrate what the experience is like with prospective study abroad students. The winners of the 2017 Study Abroad Photo Contest were announced, and two students shared their study abroad experiences in the…
Oct. 20, 2017
Korean and Chinese scholars visit Kansas City area
They visited the City Market and toured the Roasterie coffee factory.
Oct. 18, 2017
LEAD engages with the community
The students visited Southern Boone Middle School and the Alternative Community Training program.
Oct. 17, 2017
Scholars, students share ideas about leadership during interview project
The bi-annual project pairs students with scholars who have a wide array of leadership experiences.
Oct. 5, 2017
MU Asian Affairs Center and Myongii University’s Korea Institute for Future Politics sign agreement
Upcoming plans for collaboration include academic and professional exchanges related to political and socio-economic issues in Korea and between the U.S. and Korea.
Sept. 13, 2017
IEP hosts Eclipse Watch Party
On Monday, Aug. 27, the IEP hosted an Eclipse Watch Party to celebrate the start of the fall semester and view the total solar eclipse. The last total solar eclipse in Missouri occurred in 1869, and the next won't occur for hundreds of years. It was an historic event that new and returning students were…