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From saving the coral reef and transforming food waste to learning about Catalan culture, Sun Devils spent time in Barcelona this March as part of Arizona State University’s Global Intensive Experience courses.During spring break, students who were part of an Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering EPICS program worked on a coral restoration project and a project to turn food waste into compost in Barcelona as part of a partnership with the Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya.Nearby, another set of Sun Devils were participating in a study abroad program designed to immerse students in the education, politics, sports and identities that influence Catalan culture.Sustainable farming Working…

Ten select high school athletes from around the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati area are traveling to Lissone, Italy, Tuesday as part of a study abroad program with Step Higher Academy, a company founded and operated by Holmes High School graduate Isaiah Revels. In Italy, the students will engage in cultural exchange activities, stay with host families, and compete against teams from around the world on March 28 at the Junior International Tournament. “They will be doing everything the Italian kids do in getting that cultural experience while playing in this basketball tournament,” Revels told LINK nky at Step Higher…

Six WVU students are recipients of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, creating opportunities for undergraduate students to travel and study abroad. They are (clockwise from top left) Ariana Burks, Kaleb Cole, Emily Diaz, Stephanie Sarfo, Helen Knight and Marcus Hahn. (WVU Graphic) Six West Virginia University students will expand their horizons through study abroad experiences this spring, summer and fall after being awarded scholarships through the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program. Available to undergraduates who receive federal Pell Grant funding, the Gilman Scholarship enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad. WVU students navigated a…

The Health and Human Services (HHS) J waiver, an integral part of U.S. immigration policy, allows foreign medical graduates on J-1 visas to waive their two-year home-country physical presence requirement under specific conditions. This option proves beneficial for physicians specializing in primary care who are within a year of completion of a medical residency program.  Understanding the HHS J Waiver The HHS J waiver is designed for international medical graduates who have come to the United States on a J-1 visa for medical training. Normally, J-1 visa holders are required to return to their home country for two years after…

Macalester College students held a “die-in” on March 5 in an effort to protest the school’s ties with study abroad programs in Israel.Students with the Mac for Palestine Coalition held the 48-hour “die-in” at Macalester College’s Center for Study Away, urging the school to cut ties with Israeli universities, according to Fight Back News.The coalition said they intended to occupy the space until their demands received acknowledgment and action, according to The Mac Weekly.According to the student newspaper, the protesters pretended to be dead while on the ground of the office. Protesters also held signs that called for a permanent…

SANTA MARIA, Calif. – Four students from Pioneer Valley High School earned scholarships from the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) to study in France this summer. Ivan Enriquez, Lily Pacheco, Catherine Pille and Tracy Rodriguez all earned CIEE Global Navigator Scholarships and will take part in a four-week language immersion program in either Paris or Rennes later this year. A native French teacher will give 60 hours of language instruction with afternoon explorations to local businesses, cooking classes and monument viewings also part of the trip. Host families will house each student and many amenities will be provided including meals,…

9 You’ve read his plays, seen the productions, and likely quoted him once or twice — but there’s always something new to learn about “The Bard!” As an iconic figure in playwriting and the dramatic arts, we thought it would be fun to visit a few unique facts about William Shakespeare and The Globe Theatre in London, England. Check out these interesting facts you may or may not know about Shakespeare and The Globe. 1. Shakespeare didn’t build The Globe Theatre alone. The original Globe Theatre was constructed by the Lord Chamberlain’s Men, a theater company led by actor Richard Burbage…

The National Interest Waiver (NIW) stands as a beacon of opportunity for certain immigrants who wish to bypass the traditional labor certification process required for certain employment-based green cards. This waiver is particularly relevant for those who demonstrate that their work in the United States would be of national interest. The interpretation of “national interest” has evolved over time, notably through the landmark Matter of Dhanasar case in 2016.  Prior to Dhanasar, the criteria established by Matter of NYSDOT governed NIW applications, often creating hurdles for applicants due to its somewhat nebulous guidelines. However, the Matter of Dhanasar case, adjudicated…

16 In the current dynamic business landscape, an organization’s expansion is closely connected to the development of its employees. This article examines the value of funding employee development, the kinds of initiatives that may be put in place, and the advantages that accrue to companies and their workforces. The nature of work is ever-changing, and so are the competencies needed to remain competitive. For organizations to succeed, employee development is not only a benefit but an essential requirement. It’s an investment with the potential to boost profitability in the long run as well as productivity and work happiness. Overview of…

In the wake of a bicycle accident that left Stonehill College junior Lauren Rauseo with serious injuries, the college plans to raise money in her honor.Rauseo was studying abroad when she suffered a traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures in a bicycle crash in Spain on March 17. She remains in critical condition and in a medically coma.Stonehill’s Student Government Association will sell bracelets at the school’s Lower Commons during lunch and dinner, with the proceeds benefitting Rauseo, who remains hospitalized. Members of the school community can also write letters and make posters to show support for Rauseo.The Easton-based Catholic…