March 12, 2018
Spotlight on the classroom: Level 5A’s simulation
On Tuesday, March 6, students in Farrah Littlepage's level 5A listening-speaking course participated in a simulation (role play) about corporal punishment. To prepare, students did research, adopted roles and explored how to explain perspectives that they possibly disagreed with. Other CELL instructors and staff were invited to attend the simulation and ask questions in order…
March 5, 2018
IEP students march in March March parade
IEP students, faculty and staff had a great time joining in the March March parade Friday, March 2, in celebration of the beginning of the annual True/False Film Fest in Columbia.
Miguel Ayllon appointed interim director of study abroad
Published Jan. 17, 2018
Effective Jan. 8, 2018, Miguel Ayllon began service as interim director of study abroad for the International Center. He formerly served as the director of international engineering and STEM programs, a position shared by the MU College of Engineering and International Center. Offering affordable global experiential learning opportunities for MU students will be a priority.…
Barbara Lindeman named first director of student international health, safety and security
Published Jan. 17, 2018
To continue enhancing its capabilities to support student travel abroad, the MU International Center has named Barbara Lindeman its first director of student international health, safety and security. Lindeman assumed this role Jan. 8, 2018. In accordance with the University of Missouri Collected Rules and Regulations, the International Center is responsible for ensuring the health, safety…
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.