Father Robert Dowd joins Notre Dame International
As of February 1, Rev. Robert Dowd, C.S.C., associate professor of political science, will assume the position of assistant provost for internationalization with Notre Dame International.…
Leadership changes announced at Notre Dame International
To ensure that Notre Dame International can meet the needs of the University and the goals set forward in NDI’s strategic plan, Vice President and Associate Provost for Internationalization Michael Pippenger is announcing a new leadership team: Angie…
Global Forum: Applications open for student essay contest on global citizenship
In conjunction with the Notre Dame Forum: Going Global, Notre Dame International is pleased to announce the first essay contest on global citizenship. We invite all Notre Dame students to write a brief essay addressing what it means to be a global citizen, what the challenges and rewards are, and how you...
Update on events in Jerusalem
We are currently monitoring events in Jerusalem and the surrounding region, following the announcement by President Donald Trump to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital during a White House speech on December 6. U.S. officials have indicated their plan to reinforce security at multiple American…
Notre Dame awards Luksburg Foundation Collaboration Grants
Eight Notre Dame faculty members have been awarded Luksburg Foundation Collaboration Grants for projects with Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC) faculty in Santiago, Chile. Through a generous gift, the Luksburg Foundation began this grant program in 2013 with Notre Dame International and the Kellogg Institute for International Studies...
Notre Dame moves up to #3 in the nation for study abroad participation
The Institute for International Education ranked the University of Notre Dame third among doctorate-granting universities for undergraduate participation in study abroad during the academic year 2015-16. This represents an increase from the University’s ranking of #4 last year in the annual Open Doors report.
Leadership changes announced at Notre Dame International
Michael E. Pippenger, vice president and associate provost for internationalization, recently announced a number of personnel changes at Notre Dame International, beginning with a new executive team:
Update on London incident in South Kensington
London police have determined that the crash was not terror-related and are treating it as a road collision.
Live stream of São Paulo Rule of Law conference to be aired on October 3
Notre Dame International and the Notre Dame Law School are partnering with the Faculdade de Direito - Universidade de São Paulo (FDUSP) to present a conference on October 3, 2017. The Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Conference aims to bring together intellectuals from the University of Notre Dame, FDUSP, foundations, industry, and policy groups to...
UK threat level raised to critical after Tube incident
Update: The U.K. threat level was reduced to severe on September 17, 2017. On September 15, 2017, the United Kingdom raised its threat level…
Notre Dame to host photographic exhibition of papal visits to the Holy Land
The University of Notre Dame and the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest are pleased to present “Building Bridges of Faith,” a photographic depiction of papal visits to the Holy Land. Forty-four photographs of four visits by Blessed Pope Paul VI, Pope Saint John Paul II, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, and...
New academic directors and rectors appointed at Rome and London Global Gateways
Heather Hyde Minor and JoAnn DellaNeva have been appointed by Michael Pippenger, vice president and associate provost for internationalization, as academic directors at the Rome and London Global Gateways, respectively. In their roles, Hyde Minor and DellaNeva will hold full academic oversight at the Gateways, including undergraduate programs and efforts...
Six faculty members awarded inaugural Greater China Collaboration Grants
Notre Dame International is building, sustaining, and encouraging academic and research collaboration with leading universities in the Greater China region, including mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. This grant program is part of the University’s broader international strategy to engage Greater China by building upon existing academic partnerships and strengthening...
Nine faculty members awarded inaugural Mexico City Collaboration Grants
Notre Dame International is providing funding to build, sustain, and encourage academic and research collaboration with leading universities in Mexico. This grant program supports the University’s broader strategy to engage Mexico and Latin America by building upon existing partnerships and creating…
Update on recent Israeli-Palestinian conflicts
Notre Dame International is aware of the current tension and violence occurring in the Israeli-Palestinian context. Our programs through the Jerusalem Global Gateway and Tantur Ecumenical Institute continue to operate normally.
UK threat level raised to critical
Update: The U.K. threat level was reduced to severe on May 27, 2017.
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Travel alert issued for Europe
On May 1, 2017, the U.S. Department of State updated the Travel Alert for Europe with an expiration date of September 1, 2017. There are specific events noted on the alert which can be read on the State Department website.…
Two undergraduate students awarded Gilman Scholarships to study abroad this summer
Irla Atanda and Abigail Awodele have been awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, to study abroad during the summer 2017 term. Awodele will participate in the China Language Program and Atanda will study in South Africa.
Notre Dame International announces Luksburg Foundation Grant for faculty collaborations in Chile
The Luksburg Foundation will contribute $100,000 a year for each of the next five years to support an exchange program through which faculty, Ph.D. students, and representatives from Notre Dame can travel to Chile to work, study, and collaborate with the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC). The priority will...
Students, alumni, parents and friends gather in Beijing to honor Greater China Scholars and tour new Beijing Global Gateway
The largest gathering of alumni, parents, students, and friends of Notre Dame in Asia came together this weekend in Beijing. Centered around Notre Dame International’s seventh Greater China Scholars Weekend, an annual event celebrating the top twenty high school applicants to Notre Dame from the greater China region, the Notre...
Notre Dame International provides new opportunities for faculty collaboration in Mexico, China, Global Gateways
Notre Dame International (NDI) has released three new grant opportunities to encourage collaborative research between Notre Dame faculty and universities in Latin America, Asia, and Europe.
Announcing the 2016 photo and video contest winners
Notre Dame International is pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 photo and video contest! Cash prizes were given to the three winners in the photography category, and two in video. There were also two honorable mentions for photography.
Grants awarded for faculty research collaborations with institutions in China, U.K., Ireland, Australia, and India
Notre Dame International has awarded five grants to faculty collaborating with research partners in universities across the world. The Global Collaboration Initiative (GCI) grants encourage collegial relationships between faculty members to increase Notre Dame’s network with international partner institutions and elevate its reputation as a leading research university.
Notre Dame ranked #4 in the nation for study abroad participation in 2016 Open Doors report
The Institute for International Education ranked the University of Notre Dame fourth among doctorate-granting universities for undergraduate participation in study abroad during the academic year 2014-15. This represents a significant increase from the University’s ranking of #10 last year in the…
State Department issues Travel Alert for Europe
The U.S. Department of State issued a Europe Travel Alert on Nov. 22 that is in effect until Feb 20, 2017. We encourage students, faculty, and staff traveling abroad to familiarize themselves with…
International Taste of South Bend event enjoys record attendance of local restaurants and guests
The annual International Taste of South Bend event held on campus in November by Notre Dame International brought 16 local, ethnic restaurants to Stepan…