Roundtable on ethical blind spots hosted at the Beijing Global Gateway
Leaders from the University of Notre Dame, as well as HR leaders from Chinese corporations, participated in a roundtable event focused on ethical and unethical behaviors in the workplace on March 12 at the Beijing Global Gateway. The event, which was hosted in person and virtually, was organized with the...
Statement by Michael Pippenger, Vice President & Associate Provost for Internationalization
"The University’s mission statement is clear: we have an obligation to 'create a sense of human solidarity and concern for the common good that will bear fruit.' Guided by this conviction, Notre Dame International stands in solidarity with Asian and Asian American communities everywhere."
Originally published by Colleen Wilcox…
Statement by Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., President, University of Notre Dame
"Please join me and the Notre Dame community this evening in praying for the victims of the senseless murders in Atlanta. Please also remember in your prayers their families and friends who must live with these painful losses."
Notre Dame among top Fulbright producers for 7th straight year
With 29 finalists, the University ranked 7th this year in a tie with New York University, according to the U.S. State Department, which administers the Fulbright Program via the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Staff member paints piece for Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year, known in China and East Asia as the Spring Festival, starts this Friday, Feb. 12. The celebration lasts two weeks, culminating with what's known as the Lantern Festival. Vivian Zhou…
Statement by Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., on presidential orders and actions
"We’re thankful that President Biden has taken immediate action through an executive order to preserve and fortify the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals and for his support for legislation to provide permanent status and a path to citizenship for Dreamers."
New initiative supports international students unable to return to campus
Notre Dame International has launched a new initiative to better support international students unable to return to campus for the current academic semester and beyond. The initiative, called Engage ND, helps connect students to campus resources and the Notre Dame global network, enhancing their experience and relationship with the University.…...
Notre Dame files formal comment with Department of Homeland Security
Three University of Notre Dame leaders have filed a formal comment on behalf of the University urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to withdraw a proposed rule that would make it harder for international students to enroll in U.S. universities. The comment amplifies concerns expressed this week in a...
New study abroad podcast features student stories from abroad
The study abroad team at Notre Dame International is launching a new podcast meant to highlight the diversity of experiences abroad among students, returnees, and alumni. The weekly podcast, BeyoND Study Abroad…
Beijing Global Gateway launches professional development and ethics program for Notre Dame students overseas
BGG staff and Notre Dame first-year students from China at The Beijing Center, their study away locally institution for the fall semester. The Notre Dame Beijing Global Gateway, in collaboration with multiple campus units and the Notre Dame community in China, created the Professional Development and Ethics (PDE) program to...
Notre Dame International launches new digital initiative to enhance the study abroad experience
The study abroad team at Notre Dame International is launching a new digital initiative that connects the different phases of study abroad and enhances the experience for students. Study Abroad Compass, a newly-developed and innovative program, will be a collection of courses, online lectures, and certificates completed over the different...
Virtual ThinkND series explores communicating across cultures
A new fall online series offered by the University of Notre Dame Alumni Association is aimed at helping participants develop communication skills critical to enhancing cultural awareness, knowledge and practical skills in the increasingly diverse contemporary workplace.
Online series connects Notre Dame, Asia experts to examine vulnerabilities from coronavirus
A series of virtual panel discussions sponsored by the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies…
Notre Dame suspends all fall study abroad programs
After considering the uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic’s impact worldwide and consulting with faculty, domestic and international medical professionals, peers and other experts, the University has suspended all undergraduate and graduate study abroad programs for the fall semester.
Greater China Scholars weekend hosted virtually
The Greater China Scholars (GCS) weekend, typically hosted in Beijing over a period of three days, was held entirely online in March 2020. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions, staff at Notre Dame International worked closely with colleagues from the Beijing Global Gateway and the Hong Kong Global...
Notre Dame Chinese community contributes to local coronavirus response
Students, parents of students, alumni, faculty and staff, have donated nearly $40,000 toward the coronavirus response in St. Joseph County — specifically for personal protective equipment (PPE) for health workers and others who may come into close contact with the virus.
Notre Dame suspends all 2020 outgoing summer study abroad programs
In response to the escalation of 2019-novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and continued global uncertainty, the University of Notre Dame is suspending all summer 2020 outbound study abroad programs. An email…
Notre Dame elects Marie Lynn Miranda provost
Marie Lynn Miranda, the former provost of Rice University and a distinguished scholar in the field of children’s environmental health, has been elected the Charles and Jill Fischer Provost of the University of Notre Dame by its Board of Trustees.
Notre Dame switches to online after canceling in-person classes
In the face of the continuing threat of the novel coronavirus, and to mitigate its impact on campus, University of Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., announced today a suspension of all in-person classes on campus beginning Monday, March 23, through at least Monday, April 13.
Education in Afghanistan Team wins Presidential Team Irish Award
In 2016, the University of Notre Dame was awarded a contract to help Balkh University, the third-largest university in Afghanistan, create one of the country’s first master’s programs in finance and accountancy. During the course of the two-year grant, a kickoff meeting and four residency programs were hosted in collaboration...