Beijing Global Gateway hosts graduation ceremony for five students unable to return to campus
The University of Notre Dame’s Beijing Global Gateway (BGG) hosted a special graduation ceremony to honor five students who were unable to attend Notre Dame’s commencement ceremony in May due to the global pandemic. The event was hosted on Sunday, July 18 at the BGG and was also available as...
NDI responds to latest announcement from the Department of Homeland Security regarding international students
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is withdrawing a proposed rule that would make it harder for international students to maintain enrollment in U.S. universities. A formal notice withdrawing the proposed rule was published Tuesday, July 6, 2021 in the Federal Register.…
Notre Dame signs new agreement with the University of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
The University of Notre Dame has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (UCASS), a publicly-funded Chinese university with a focus on research in humanities and social sciences. The new agreement furthers the collaboration between the two universities and creates more...
Notre Dame to resume study abroad for fall 2021
The University of Notre Dame is moving forward with plans to send students abroad for the fall 2021 semester. An email…
Beijing Global Gateway and partners launch Western Medieval Philosophy Lecture Series
The Beijing Global Gateway, in partnership with the Jacques Maritain Center at Notre Dame and the Thomistic Institute at the Angelicum in Rome, hosted an event on April 17, 2021, as part of the Western Medieval Philosophy Lecture series. The first lecture, titled “Rational Individuals: An Introduction to Aquinas’s Philosophical...
Statement: Father Jenkins on Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
“As we mark the beginning of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, we have an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of the peoples and cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands to our world, and particularly to the United States."
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.