Internationalization is about taking the rest of the world seriously, not only one’s home country, and can be thought of as the formal term for thinking globally before acting locally. It requires knowing enough about the larger world to act appropriately in a specific context and location, especially when interacting with cultural others. Internationalization is relevant for citizens of all countries, but the following comments are primarily intended for those based in the US, where internationalization is still often viewed as an option. Internationalization applies to all domains and contexts, but these comments emphasize higher education.
Learn more about internationalization efforts.
I. Why Internationalize?
II. Aspects of Internationalization
A. Teaching international content
B. Faculty / student exchanges
C. Additional Opportunities
III. Tools for Increasing Internationalization
IV. International Travel Grant Winners Announced