International Partnership Brings First Annual Summer Institute to Paris
Jun 22, 2018
Northwestern and Université Sorbonne Nouvelle - Paris 3 will co-host the first annual Summer Institute in Paris, examining psychoanalysis and the media.
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Northwestern's international programs and activities happen in all corners of the university and the world - every single day. The International Relations News section was recently created to capture many of these initiatives, showcasing Northwestern's global engagement and presence. The homepage features stories written by our office, while the tabs are feeds from Northwestern Now, the university's official news section.
German author and TV host speaks on the power of appreciation
Jun 18, 2018
German journalists discuss the power of "Wertschätzung" — the German expression that emphasizes appreciation, kindness and respect — in a global context during a talk at Northwestern.
Connecting with Cuba
Jun 13, 2018
Northwestern signs Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with University of Havana Medical School.
Japanese Government Honors Northwestern Professor Emeritus with Third-Highest Order
May 24, 2018
Professor Phyllis Lyons was honored for her role in promoting Japanese culture, language education and cultural exchange.
Global Academic Partner Celebrates Milestone
May 15, 2018
Vice President for Research Jay Walsh attends Peking University's 120th Anniversary, speaks about value of research collaboration
Northwestern hosts Brazilian literary festival, first ever held in the Americas
May 11, 2018
15 Brazilian authors spark entwined discussions on identity, language and literature at Brazilian Literary Spring
International Office's awarded program helps foreign graduate students adapt to a new culture
Apr 18, 2018
International students find a safe space in the IO and CAPS partnership program.
Free Flow bike service aims to create a better biking community on campus
Apr 13, 2018
Inspired by their study abroad experiences, two Northwestern students co-founded a long-term bike rental program in Evanston.
New international travel grant for Northwestern administrators
Mar 20, 2018
The Office of the Vice President for International Relations announces a new travel grant for full-time Northwestern staff members to meet their counterparts abroad.
Northwestern community comes together for Puerto Rico
Mar 9, 2018
Puerto Rican scholars seek new opportunities at Northwestern after Hurricane Maria
“Not your grandfather’s militaries:” Researching new models of civil-military relations in Africa
Feb 8, 2018
Political Science Professor Will Reno collaborates with graduate student and active duty Air Force officer Jahara “Franky” Matisek on related projects to write about and present their findings
Student Panel Discusses what They Learned from their Time Abroad
Feb 5, 2018
A group of study abroad returnees gathered to discuss what they learned from their time abroad with other students and faculty.
Global Health Studies: A model for campus internationalization
Jan 31, 2018
Popular undergraduate program honored for advancing curriculum development, fostering international opportunities
Partnership building par excellence: From the flatlands of Illinois to the mountain valleys of South Africa
Jan 9, 2018
Northwestern University's relationship with Stellenbosch University in South Africa is a flagship example of strategic collaborations and partnership building.
Universidad Panamericana campus Mexico president expresses commitment to expanding institutional partnership
Dec 19, 2017
Building faculty engagement and collaborations with Northwestern a top priority for Universidad Panamericana
It's complicated: Exploring identity and belonging through filmmaking
Nov 14, 2017
The Office of International Relations funds Northwestern MFA in Documentary Media students to engage in filmmaking projects abroad.
Global Health Studies alumna talks medicine, mentorship and being grateful
Nov 3, 2017
Julia Polk returned to campus for Reunion Weekend and shared her story as a doctor in global health and advice for those interested in a similar direction.
Northwestern staff members embark on new exchange program
Oct 23, 2017
The Office of International Relations expands professional development opportunities for staff within the field of international education.
Northwestern strengthens academic ties with Cuba, expands faculty collaborations in health-related fields
Oct 2, 2017
Driven by an institutional effort to expand international partnerships and collaborations, a group of Northwestern faculty members and administrators observed first-hand the ins and outs of Cuba's effective healthcare system.
How do you do a lot with a little? Look at Cuba
Sep 29, 2017
In an interview Rebecca Seligman, Associate Professor of Anthropology, discusses her research interests and her recent trip to Cuba.
New faculty travel grant enhances Northwestern’s global network
Sep 15, 2017
Proposals are being accepted on a rolling basis.
Northwestern hosts Italian partner institution's students in summer program
Aug 31, 2017
Students from Bocconi University in Italy learn about credit risk management at Northwestern, with Chicago as their campus.
NU Club of Japan Fosters Chicagoland Connections
Aug 23, 2017
Northwestern University and the University of Chicago’s alumni clubs co-host Chicago-style pizza networking event in Tokyo.
McCormick School of Engineering establishes its first international dual PhD program
Jul 31, 2017
Northwestern’s McCormick School of Engineering and Shanghai Jiao Tong University expand long-standing partnership by adding a dual PhD degree to its list of joint academic programs
Young African Business Leaders Share Entrepreneurial Talents with Evanston Youth
Jul 12, 2017
The leaders are on the Northwestern campus as part of the Mandela Washington Fellowship, a flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative.
Université Sorbonne Nouvelle and Northwestern faculty explore joint collaborations
Jun 16, 2017
Northwestern humanities and communications faculty now have the opportunity to expand their international networks and build new academic relationships in a variety of disciplines.
The Gift of Community
Jun 6, 2017
Northwestern students experience Japan through the Kakehashi Project