COIL 4 Staff Webinar Draws Over 150 Participants, a Resounding Success

The #COIL4Staff online session brought together over 150 participants from around the world. The session provided a platform for attendees to learn more about internationalization initiatives for non-academic staff and sparked enthusiasm to launch COIL4Staff projects at their own institutions! 

COIL 4 Staff is an innovative professional development opportunity designed for staff and administrative personnel, offering them a chance to deepen their knowledge and broaden their global perspectives while working with faculty and students at higher education campuses.

In Fall 2024, as part of the first Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) for Staff in the United...

UF Study Abroad Spring Fair 2025

 

The UF Study Abroad Spring Fair was a great success! The event showcased a variety of global opportunities, allowing students to explore academic, cultural, and professional experiences abroad. Attendees had the chance to connect with advisors, learn about different programs, and get inspired for their next adventure. It was an exciting opportunity for students to discover how they can take their education beyond the classroom! 

To learn about Study Abroad opportunities at UF visit ...

Stories from UF’s International Community Global Gators: Samanvitha Deepthi Sudi
02/03/25

Samanvitha Deepthi Sudi is a PhD student in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Florida (UF). Originally from India, Samanvitha completed her Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering before moving to the U.S. to pursue a master’s and later a PhD at UF. With a passion for research and community outreach, Samanvitha has dedicated herself to both her academic pursuits and fostering diversity and inclusivity within the scientific community. Her leadership and commitment to education are evident in her involvement in various outreach activities, both at UF and back home in India.

What inspired you to study at the University of...

Get to Know Us! - Yanina Morero
01/27/25

Get to Know Us! A monthly showcase of the amazing staff who make the International Center a place where the UF community meets all its international goals!

Yanina Morero

Yanina Morero is the Data Management Analyst at the University of Florida International Center. She has been with the Center for over 20 years, providing exceptional service to a wide range of stakeholders, including students, faculty, and international partners, all while ensuring the smooth operation of UFIC’s various programs and initiatives.

Yanina was born in Cordoba, Argentina, and spent much of her early life there. Early on, she developed a...

UFIC Campus Roadshow at Chief Financial Officer Division
01/27/25

The UFIC team recently presented at the monthly Finance Friday’s speaker series, hosted by the CFO Division. These sessions offered a fantastic platform for on-site knowledge-sharing about global opportunities and provided valuable insights into UF’s internationalization efforts.

To learn more about UFIC Campus Roadshows, click here

Dean Marta L. Wayne Participates at SEC Senior International Officers Gathering

The SEC Senior International Officers gathered at SEC HQ, hosted by SEC Academic Relations, to share best practices and exchange ideas. This was a great opportunity to meet with and learn from an accomplished group of global educators and administrators, including Gretchen Neisler, ...

Ji-Hyun Lee, new American Statistical Association president, says ‘everyday statisticians’ can change the world
01/20/25

Source: UF College of Public Health & Health Professions  

By Erin Jester

Ji-Hyun Lee, DrPH, is a statistician for the people.

Her work, she says, is not glamorous, but it’s as invaluable as it is invisible.

“I truly value every data point in my hand, because each one represents a patient’s story, struggle and journey,” Lee said. “It’s the key to understanding and improving lives.”

Lee, a professor in the University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions’ ...

Lissy Calienes Selected as Roger Hatchuel Student Academy Dean for the 2025 Cannes Lions Festival
01/20/25

Source: UF College of Journalism and Communications

Elizabeth (Lissy) Calienes, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications(UFCJC) Advertising associate instructional professor, has been selected to serve as the dean of the Roger Hatchuel Student Academy, part of the Cannes Lions Festival in France...

Stories from UF’s International Community Global Gators: Qingyu Yang
01/20/25

Qingyu Yang is an undergraduate student from Shanghai, China, currently pursuing a major in advertising with a minor in statistics and an AI certificate at the University of Florida. Growing up in Shanghai, Qingyu developed a strong global perspective. She attended an international high school in Shanghai, where she studied the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, which helped prepare her for studying abroad. Qingyu chose UF because of its excellent academic reputation, particularly in the journalism and communications fields, and the warm, welcoming environment that felt familiar to her home city.

At UF, Qingyu is deeply involved in academic and...

UF in Japan Study Abroad Program – Cross Cultural Engineering & Design Strengthens UF Partnership with Kyoto University
01/20/25

Japan, an increasingly popular destination for U.S. study abroad students, is known as one of the world’s leading countries in video game design and development. Home to the headquarters of video game giants like Sega, Sony, and Nintendo, as well as bustling entertainment districts such as Tokyo’s Akihabara ward, it’s no wonder that people from all over the world flock to Japan to enjoy its gaming culture.

University of Florida students are no exception. When the study abroad program ‘UF in Japan – Cross Cultural Engineering & Design’ ran for its third year in 2024, it leveraged its partnership with Kyoto University and Dr. Wasana Kowhakul, a Senior Lecturer in the...

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