International Programs

Economic Development and Global Engagement

As part of the reorganization, John Gardner, who is currently WSU’s vice president for economic development and extension, will oversee both economic development and global engagement. In the latter role, Gardner will lead the university’s international programs office, contributing to the growing opportunities for global economic partnerships. "The provost and I believe there are great opportunities for accelerating what has been the steady growth of WSU’s international academic programs through research and development in the areas of global animal health, agriculture, and the environment – all strong suits of WSU. Both in building our state’s economy and expanding our reach, international engagement is vital," Gardner said.

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Ripple Effect Changes Lives in Africa

WSU launched a philanthropic website that may be the first of its kind developed by a college or university. Designed to provide direct aid to impoverished citizens in Malawi, Africa, Ripple Effect (http://rippleeffect.wsu.edu) lets students, alumni and interested contributors of all ages and abilities leverage WSU’s agricultural, engineering, veterinary science and economic development research and worldwide outreach with gifts ranging from $16 to tens of thousands.

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Christopher Hitchens to Speak on Religion and Politics

Renowned author, journalist and critic Christopher Hitchens will speak on "Religion and Politics: The Place for Religion in Public Life" on Tuesday, February 10 at 6:00 p.m. in the Compton Union Building Auditorium.

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Education Abroad Fair Offers Global Opportunities

The WSU Education Abroad Fair will be from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., on Tuesday, January 20 in the CUB Junior Ballroom Students in any field of study can find cost-effective programs to enhance their education and give a global perspective on their area of study. Visit the fair to talk with more than 20 study abroad program providers offering study and internship opportunities in over 40 countries.
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Renown Environmental Leader and Activist to Speak at WSU

World renowned environmental leader and provocative thinker Dr. Vandana Shiva gives the keynote address for Washington State University’s International Education Week on Wednesday, November 5 at 7:30 pm at the WSU CUB Ballroom.
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Reciprocal Graduate Student Exchange Program Agreement

Washington State University and University of Bologna recently established a Reciprocal Graduate Student Exchange Program in their respective Masters of Sciences Degrees in "Land and Water Conservation."
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Higher ed leaders discuss global learning

Leaders from six higher education institutions, including WSU, recently recommended global learning goals to the state Higher Education Coordinating Board (HECB). “Washington can become a national leader as the first state to adopt such goals while building our reputation as a state that produces globally competent graduates,” said Lance LeLoup, vice provost of International Programs at WSU and co-chair of the Global Washington education advisory committee.
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