New Report: Notre Dame is #2 in the nation for study abroad participation
The University of Notre Dame’s commitment to internationalization continues to be recognized on a national level, as the University moves up in the rankings for study abroad participation. The Institute for International Education ranks Notre Dame second among doctorate-granting universities for undergraduate participation during 2016-2017.…
2018 Global Gateway Faculty Research Award recipients announced
Notre Dame Research and Notre Dame International have provided three research groups with grants from the Global Gateway Faculty Research Awards (GGFRA) program for 2018. The GGFRA program was developed to highlight the potential of the University of Notre Dame’s Global Gateways for the advancement of research and scholarship at...
Liu Institute welcomes new Asia scholars to Notre Dame
The Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies welcomes 11 Asia scholars to Notre Dame for the 2018-19 academic year. “It is thrilling that the number of Asia scholars continues to grow at Notre Dame,” said Michel Hockx, director of the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies. “These...
First Notre Dame-China symposium on nuclear physics to foster future collaboration
More than 20 physics scholars gathered in June to discuss current research in exotic nuclear structures during a joint event organized by the nuclear physics groups at the University of Notre Dame and Peking University.
Notre Dame community in India celebrated with special event
The Mumbai Global Center hosted an event to celebrate the Notre Dame community in India and welcome newly admitted students.
Music major triumphs in piano competition in China
Zhengyi Zhang, class of ’18, was awarded first prize in the Franz Liszt Piano Competition in China, held in Shanghai in preparation for the Liszt International Competition in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Chosen from a field of 70 semifinalists, she will advance to the next stage of the competition in Utrecht. ...
Jingyu Wang named executive director of the Beijing Global Gateway
Notre Dame International is excited to announce that Jingyu Wang has been appointed executive director of the University of Notre Dame’s Beijing Global Gateway.
Scholars discuss truths, misconceptions about the Catholic church in China
Listen to a complete audio recording of the “Church and China” panel.Panelists (l-r): Jin Lu, Michel Chambon, moderator Lionel Jensen, Megan Rogers, and John Lindblom A chat with a stranger in 2004 gave Notre Dame scholar John Lindblom his first experience with China’s Catholic house churches, sometimes referred to as...
Greater China Scholars Easter Celebration Dinner
On April 3, 2018, the Greater China Scholars celebrated Easter together, learned about Catholic traditions and Jesus’ resurrection, and shared reflections. This was possible through the generous support from the Our Lady of Perpetual Succor Global Endowment and the collaboration with Campus Ministry. …
Greater China Scholars celebrate the Lantern Festival
The Greater China Scholars Program wishes you a happy and prosperous Year of Dog.
Notre Dame and IBM China offer inaugural program on innovation and entrepreneurship
The University of Notre Dame partnered with IBM China and the country’s Ministry of Education (MoE) by welcoming 22 undergraduates from Southern China University of Technology (SCUT) to Notre Dame’s campus this month. This is a new initiative, focused on international innovation and entrepreneurship.
Notre Dame Handbell Choir's new year reflections on the 2017 China Tour
At the snowy beginning of the new year, reflecting upon the past year, the ringers in the Notre Dame Handbell Choir would agree the most rewarding and unforgettable experience for them in 2017 would be the China Tour over the Fall break.
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 embassies across the Middle East and...
Kareem elected as foreign member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering
Ahsan Kareem, the Robert Moran Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering & Earth Sciences, has been elected as a foreign member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.
Global Professional Experience Program: China and India
The Global Professional Experience program allows students to learn firsthand, through unpaid internship positions, how businesses and organizations operate in different parts of the world. This four-and-a-half week workplace engagement/internship program places students with different businesses in Beijing, Hong Kong, and India.…
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:
Provost Thomas Burish to lead visit to China, celebrate opening of Beijing Global Gateway
Celebratory activities will include a panel discussion featuring prominent leaders in business and higher education from the U.S. and China.
Greater China Scholars Program welcomes Class of 2021
The Greater China Scholars celebrated the beginning of the new academic year at a dinner held at Geddes Hall on Sunday, August 27. Notre Dame faculty and staff from across the university welcomed 13 new freshmen scholars from Taiwan, Hong Kong, and 7 cities in mainland China to begin their...
Study Abroad fair presents wide-ranging international opportunities
On Wednesday night, hundreds of students gathered in the ballroom at the Morris Inn to explore different study abroad programs offered by Notre Dame International and discuss these opportunities with representatives.