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Events & Activities
Upcoming Events and Activities
International Education Week, November 17 - 21, 2008
The University of Montana celebrates international education and exchange during a week of events. Schedule of events to be announced.
Korean National University of Education (KNUE) teacher training program, July 20 - August 14, 2008
International Programs welcomes forty-eight Korean educators who will participate in the fifth year of this professional development program.
2007 - 2008
Southern Cross University, Australia, June 9-11, 2008
Pro Vice Chancellor Neal Ryan visited UM to formalize the relationship between the institutions by signing a Memorandum of Understanding agreement.
University of Salta, Argentina, June 4-7, 2008
Vice Rector Vides from the Catholic University of Salta, Argentina visited The University of Montana campus to strengthen the institutional relationship with a particular focus on research and collaboration with the College of Forestry.
Kyrgyz graduate student arrival, May 24, 2008
The University of Montana welcomes the first of two graduate students from Kyrgyzstan who will receive her master's in Curriculum & Instruction. Her is education is made possible by a grant UM received from the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education using Asian Development Bank funds.
Kyrgyz Study Tour, May 4 - June 1
Asian Development Bank funded twenty-four educators and administrators from Kyrgyzstan to come to UM to participate in an intensive professional development focusing on curriculum and learning material development.
The Sixth Annual Central & Southwest Asia Conference: Religion, Violence and Law – Islam and Human Rights in Central and Southwest Asia, April 24-26, 2008. View schedule of events.
University of Tromsø Visitors, April 17-23, 2008
Petter Nafstad, Professor of Philosophy and Dean of Faculty of Social Sciences,
Bjørg Evjen, Professor in The Centre for Sami Studies and Coordinator for the interdisciplinary Indigenous Studies Master's Program,
Hildegunn Bruland, Senior Executive Officer, Faculty of Social Sciences, and
Arnt Ove Eikeland, Graduate Student in Philosophy visited UM and gave two public presentations about the University of Tromsø.
International Brown Bag Series, February-April 2008
A series of noon-time presentations that are free and open to the public. Spring 2008 schedule.
Garth Willis, Founder and Director of The Alpine Fund, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, March 14-23, 2008
Garth Willis gave two public presentations during his visit: “Emergence and Development of Civil Society in Central Asia: A 10 Year Retrospective,” Tuesday, March 18, 12:00 noon, Old Journalism 303 and “Bringing Technology to Youth and Education in Central Asia– How the Internet Can Change Everything or Nothing,” Thursday, March 20, 12:00 noon, Old Journalism 303.
International Week 2008, March 9-14, 2008
International Week was held from March 9-14. View schedule of events.
Business Study Abroad Fair
Tuesday, February 5, 12:30 PM-2:30 PM, GBB 226
Spring 2008 Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday, January 30, 10 AM-2 PM, UC Atrium
Tajikistan and Its Relationship with the International Community, December 11, 2007
His Excellency Ambassador Mirzoev, Tajikistan's Ambassador to Iran, spoke on Tuesday, December 11 at 12:00 noon in Old Journalism 303.
International Programs Holiday Reception, December 2007
International Programs held its annual holiday reception on Monday, December 3, 2007 from 3:30-5:00 pm in Old Journalism 303.
Two Perspectives on the Pakistani Crisis: Afghanistan, the Taliban, and the Issue of Security in South Asia. Thursday, November 29, 2007, 7:00p.m., UC South Ballroom
Mehrdad Kia, Associate Provost for International Programs and Steven Levine, Associate Director of the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center gave this presentation which was co-sponsored by the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center, International Programs and the Montana World Affairs Council. It is free and open to the public.
Gistam Sakaeva, Chechen Human Rights Activist, November 19-20, 2007
Gistam Sakaeva gave a public presentation entitled
The aftermath of the War in Chechnya during her visit.
The Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the United States, Sudjadnan Parnohadiningrat, visited UM on Monday, November 19, 2007
The ambassador gave a presentation entitled Indonesia-U.S. Relations in the Current Context of East and Southeast Asia.
IE3 Global Internships Visitors, November 18-21, 2007
Paul Primak, Director, Oregon University System International Programs, and Cynthia Engel, IE3 Regional Director, visited UM for meetings with various administrators and staff.
International Brown Bag Series, September - November, 2007
A series of noon-time presentations that are free and open to the public. Fall 2007 schedule.
International Education Week, November 13-16, 2007
A week of lectures, films, presentations and performances held annually. Please see the schedule of events for details.
Shenzhen Training Program, September 27-December 8, 2007
From September 27 to December 8, International Programs, in collaboration with the School of Education, will provide a custom designed training program for 42 administrators and teachers from the Shenzhen municipality in China. The program consists of sharing U.S. methodology and pedagogy, school observations, English language training and cultural programming.
Presentation by Dr. Nancy Napier, Director of International Business Programs, Boise State University, October 22, 2007
Dr. Napier gave a presentation entitled Women Working Abroad, Really? on Monday, October 22, 1:30 PM in University Center 332.
Slovenian Poet Tomaz Salamun, October 18-20, 2007
Tomaz Salamun gave an on-campus reading during his visit to UM.
Delegation from University of Pécs, Hugary October 10-16, 2007
A delegation from the University of Pécs led by Dean Denes Koltai visited UM and signed a Memorandum of Understanding.
Visit by Ms. Aya Nagasaku, Exchange Program Coordinator, Aoyama Gakuin University, Japan, October 15, 2007
Visitor from University of Hamburg, Germany, October 5-9, 2007
Professor Gabriele Kaiser from the University of Hamburg visited campus to explore areas of collaboration between UM and Hamburg.
Teachers to Teachers: Language, Technology, Math, and Science Exchange (LTMS), October 2007
Seventeen Russian teachers worked with International Programs and the School of Education to examine effective high school teaching strategies and curriculum. LTMS is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, United States Department of State, and is administered by the American Councils for International Education: ACTR / ACCELS.
Visit by Professor Mimuro, Chair of the International Exchange Committee and Professor of German Language and Culture at Seijo University, Japan, September 24-27, 2007
Kyrgyz Military Cadet Training Program, September 13-16, 2007
Visit by His Excellency Sudjadnan Parnohadiningrat, Ambassador of Indonesia to the United States, September 7-8, 2007
Visit by Professor Marco Giannini and his graduate student, Alessio Gori from the University of Florence, Italy, August 25-September 8, 2007
Fall 2007 Study Abroad Fair, September 5, 2007
UM's Study Abroad Fair is held twice annually in the UC Atrium from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Near East and South Asia Undergraduate Exchange Program, August-December 2007
UM welcomes 9 international students for the Fall 2007 semester on the Near East and South Asia (NESA) Undergraduate Exchange Program. The NESA Undergraduate Program is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and U.S. Department of State and is administered by Georgetown University's Center for Intercultural Education and Development (CIED).
Special Language Programs will host 4 groups between July 2-September 12:
NGO Volunteer Internship and English Language Program, Kumamoto Gakuen University English Language and Economics Institute, Korean National University of Education Teacher Training Institute, and Meisei ELI Language and Culture Program
2006 - 2007
Presentation by Prof. Dr. Sevgin Akış Roney, Head of the Department of Tourism Administration, Boğaziçi University, Istanbul, Turkey, July 19, 2007
Prof. Dr. Sevgin Akış Roney gave a presentation at the University Center entitled "Tourism as a Tool of Development in Turkey: A Critical Analysis."
CIEP Delegation Visit, June 6-11, 2007
Representatives from institutions participating in the Centro de Investigacion en Ecosistemas de la Patagonia (CIEP) visited UM from June 6-11, 2007. The delegation included the rectors from the University of Concepcion, Chile, University Austral, Chile, and the University of Cordoba, Spain.
Visit by Professor Andrew Philominraj, Director of International Relations, Universidad de Talca, Chile, June 2-5, 2007
Visit by Rector Shukurov from Kurghon Teppa University in Tajikistan, May 2007
Visit by World Renowned Iranian Filmmaker Mani Mirsadeghi, May 2007
Mani Mirsadeghi presented his latest wildlife films (Iran, Iranian Wildlife, and The Soul of the Reef) on Wednesday, May 9 at 3:00 PM at the UC Theater.
Visit by delegation from the University of Venda, South Africa, April 22-May 2, 2007
Professor Peter Omara-Ojungu, Executive Dean, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences, lead a delegation to UM including Professor XG Mbenyane, Deputy Dean, Scool of Health Sciences, Dr. IP Matamba, Deputy Dean, School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, and Dr. DT Ngobeli, Deputy Dean School of Human and Social Sciences.
Visit by Professor Valter Cantino, Director of the School of Business at the University of Torino, April 25, 2007
The Fifth Annual Central Asia Conference: Central Asia and Its Geopolitical Impact on South Asia, the Caucasus and the Middle East was held April 19-21, 2007
Click here for the schedule of events.
Pre-departure Orientation for Study Abroad Students, April 2007
A workshop held twice annually to prepare students who will be studying abroad on UM's study abroad programs. Topics covered include: health and safety, visa issues, credit transfer, and cultural adjustment. The workshop is organized and led by Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry.
Visit by Pedro Vasquez, Professor of Forestry and Management, Department of Forestry and Director of the Center of Data for Conservation, Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina, Peru, April 2007
International Brown Bag Series, February-April 2007
Spring 2007 schedule.
Meeting of the Consortium for International Protected Area Management (CIPAM), April 11, 2007
Mehrdad Kia gave a presentation about UM's international activities to representatives from the University of Idaho, Colorado State University, and the Forest Service Office of International Programs.
Visit by Professor Oshima, Director of the Office of International Programs at Toyo University and Professor Nakabachi from Toyo University, Japan, March 26, 2007
International Week 2007, March 8-16, 2007
International Week was held from March 8-16 this year. View schedule of events.
Guest Lecture by Professor Alain Mabanckou from UCLA, March 9, 2007
Professor Alain Mabanckou, the French-Congolese novelist, essayist and poet, gave a presentation entitled "Sub-Saharan African Literature: New Voices" as part of International Week.
International Lecture Series Kick Off, March 8, 2007
Paul Lauren, Regents Professor of History at UM, kicked off International Week and the International Lecture Series with a keynote address entitled "Conscience of Mankind: Human Rights, Values and International Politics" on March 8 at 7:00 PM in the University Center North Ballroom.
Visit by a Delegation from the University of Pecs, Hungary, March 2-5, 2007
Professor Ella Álmos, Director, International Programs Office, Faculty of Adult Education and Human Resources Development,
Professor Bela Krisztian, Distinguished Programs, and
Professor Zsolt Nemeskery, Vice Dean, Faculty of Adult Education and Human Resources Development from University of Pecs, Hungary visited the UM campus.
Spring 2007 Study Abroad Fair, February 2007
UM's Study Abroad Fair is held twice annually in the UC Atrium from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Hungarian Parliamentary Professional Development Program, January 3-24, 2007
Ten Members of Parliament from the Republic of Hungary were in Missoula for a training program offered through OIP's Special Language Programs
UM Delegation to Bhutan, January 2007
A UM delegation including Jeanne Loftus from the Office of International Programs visited Bhutan and discussed a possible agreement with
the Secretary of the Royal Civil Services Commission.
International Education Week at UM, November 13 - 17, 2006
A week of lectures, films, presentations and performances held annually. Please view the Schedule of Events for more information.
Pre-departure Orientation for Study Abroad Students, October 2006
A workshop held twice annually to prepare students who will be studying abroad on UM's study abroad programs. Topics covered include: health and safety, visa issues, credit transfer, and cultural adjustment. The workshop is organized and led by Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry.
Visit by Dr. Guram Chikovani, Rector of the Tbilisi Institute of Asia & Africa, October 2006
Central Asia Conference, October 2006
The conference focused on the reintroduction of the history and civilization on the peoples of Central Asia. This conference concentrated on Tajikistan and the Tajik people of Central and South Asia.
UM Delegation to Potsdam, Germany, October 2006
A UM Delegation headed by Dean Jerry Fetz visited the University of Potsdam, UM’s partner university. The delegation included members of the MCLL Department, Elizabeth Ametsbichler and Hiltrud Arens, as well as Klaus Uhlenbruck, from the School of Business. Lynne Koester, who is conducting research in Germany, also joined the delegation.
UM Delegation to Cork, Ireland, October 2006
A UM delegation visited UM’s partner university, University College Cork for a four day conference. The delegation included Dr. Jerry Fetz, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Klaus Uhlenbruck, Associate Professor of Business Administration, Mary Ellen Campbell, Professor of Business Administration, Dennis O'Donnell, Professor of Economics, Traolach O'Riordain, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Irish Studies, Kathleen Kane, Associate Professor of English & Irish Studies, Eric Reimer, Assistant Professor of English & Irish Studies, Leonid Kalachev, Professor of Mathematical Sciences, Greg Johnson, Drama and Dance Department, Geoff Sutton, Montana World Trade Centre, and Terri Elander, Missoula Children’s Theatre.
UM Delegation to Holland, Russia, and Czech Republic, October 2006
President Dennison, Dr. Mehrdad Kia, Director of International Programs, and Dr. David Forbes, Dean of College of Health Professions and Biomedical Sciences visited several universities including the University of Leiden, Moscow State University, and Charles University. In Moscow, Professor Leonid Kalachev joined the delegation. An agreement was signed with Charles University.
UM Delegation to Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, September 2006
A UM Delegation visited several universities throughout Tajikistan and Kyrgystan. The delegation included Dr. Mehrdad Kia, Director of International Programs, Ardi Kia, Professor of Geography, Otto Koester, Director of Grantwriting and Project Development, and Jeff Renz, Professor, School of Law.
Music of Bhutan, September 18, 2006
Jigme Drukpa, a leading vocalist in Bhutan's Zhungdra and Boedra traditions performed at UM. With lute, dulcimer, song and stories, Jigme illuminates the roots of Bhutanese culture.
Fall 2006 Study Abroad Fair, September 2006
UM's Study Abroad Fair is held twice annually in the UC Atrium from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
2005 - 2006
English Language Programs: Summer Language Programs Expected for May-August 2006
English Language Programs expects to hold the following programs during the summer of 2006:
• Korea National University of Education Teacher Training Institute
• Kumamoto Gakuen University NGO Shadow Program (Japan)
• Meisei Language and Culture Program (Japan)
• Sookmyung Women’s University English Language and NGO Program (Korea)
• Toyo University Language and Culture Program (Japan)
Egyptian Education Supervisors Training Program, June 17-July 1, August 5-19, 2006
The Office of International Programs, in collaboration with the School of Education, provided approximately 56 middle level education supervisors from Egypt with two-week opportunities to observe and study different models and practices of a decentralized standards-based supervision and appraisal system in the U.S. The project was a USAID Grant from the Academy for Educational Development (AED).
UM Delegation to Italy, June 26-July 1, 2006
Dr. Jerry Fetz, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and Dr. Mehrdad Kia, Director of the Office of International Programs, visited several universities in Italy including Università degli Studi del Piemonte Orientale “Amedeo Avogadro”, Università degli Studi di Torino, and Università degli Studi di Siena. An agreement was signed between UM and Torino during the visit. Plans for an agreement with Siena were also discussed.
UM Delegation to Tajikistan, May 26-June 9, 2006
A UM delegation including Professors Rick Graetz, Jeff Gritzner, Sarah Halvorson and Ardi Kia from the Geography Department as well as Yvonne Gritzner from the Montana Committee from the Humanities and photojournalist Susie Graetz, visited Tajikistan from May 26 to June 9. The trip included visits to UM's three partner universities: Kurghon Teppa University, State University of Kulob and Tajik State National University.
Visit by Her Excellency, Mary McAleese, President of Ireland, May 16, 2006
President McAleese visited The University of Montana on Tuesday, May 16. During her visit she helped launch UM's new Irish Studies Program. She gave a public address at 2:30 PM in the University Theater.
The Fourth Annual Central Asia Conference: A Policy Dialogue, April 20-22, 2006
From April 20 to 22 UM hosted the fourth annual international conference on Central and Southwest Asia. View schedule.
New Partnership with Seijo University, Tokyo, Japan, April 2006
An Exchange Agreement with Seijo University was signed in April 2006.
New Partnership with Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Beppu, Japan, April 2006
An Exchange Agreement with Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University was signed in April 2006.
International Brown Bag Lecture Series, February - April 2006
Presentations given twice a month by faculty on international topics and projects. View schedule. All presentations are in the Mansfield Center seminar room and are free and open to the public.
Pre-departure Orientation for Study Abroad Students, April 2006
A workshop held twice annually to prepare students who will be studying abroad on UM's study abroad programs. Topics covered include: health and safety, visa issues, credit transfer, and cultural adjustment. The workshop is organized and led by Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry.
Visit by Dr. Jan Jirak, Vice Dean, Department of Social Sciences, and Professor of Journalism, and Dr. Lenka Slavikova, Head, Educational Management Center, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic, April 2006
Visit by Dr. Kirk Masden, Head, Department of International Economics, Kumamoto Gakuen University, March 2006
Relationship Established with Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina, Lima, Peru, March 2006
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Universidad Agraria La Molina in March 2006.
Kyrgyz Legal Training: Osh State University, March-May 2006
Two Osh State Faculty visited UM for training at the UM Law School.
UM Delegation to Italy, March 2006
Professor Ed Rosenberg and Professor Richard Drake visited University of Torino, University Amedeo Avogadro and University of Sienna.
International Week 2006, March 12-17, 2006
International Week was held from March 12-17. View schedule of events.
UM Delegation to New Zealand, February 2006
A delegation lead by President George Dennison visited Victoria University of Wellington and Massey University in Palmerston North.
Spring 2006 Study Abroad Fair, February 2006
UM's Spring 2006 Study Abroad Fair was held in the UC Atrium from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 1.
Azerbaijani Educators Training Program, January-May 2006
The Office of International Programs and the School of Education ran a training program for 6 Azerbaijanis from the Ministry of Education.
Visit by Dr. Miroslav Polasek, Vice-Dean of International Activities, School of Pharmacy, Charles University, Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic, January 2006
Relationship Established with Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, January 2006
An Exchange Agreement was signed between UM and Victoria University of Wellington in January 2006.
Record Number of International Students Enroll at The English Language Institute, January 2006
As of January 26, 2006, there were 45 Saudi students enrolled at ELI. In addition, ELI's student population for Spring 2006 semester included students from Kazakhstan here on the Bolashak program, students from Andong National University here on a short-term program as well as students from Japan, Denmark, Malaysia, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan.
OIP Holiday Reception
The Office of International Programs held its annual holiday reception on Tuesday, December 6, 2005 from 3:00-5:00 pm at the International Center.
Visit by Professor Sato from Kumamoto Gakuen University, Japan, December 2005
Professor Sato, Chair of the International Exchange Program Committee, visited UM December 5th - 7th.
Visit by the Minister of Education from the Kyrgyz Republic, November 2005
His Excellency Dr. Nur Uulu Dosbol, Kyrgyzstan's Minister of Education, and Dr. Camilla Sharshekeeva, a former Minister of Education visited UM November 11th - 20th.
Visitors from Seijo University in Tokyo, Japan, November 2005
Professor Tajima, Chair of the International Exchange Committee, Mr. Usuku, Director of the International Exchange Office and Mr. Nagahara, Travel Agency Tour Conductor, visited UM on November 16th and 17th.
International Brown Bag Lecture Series, September - November 2005
Presentations given twice a month by faculty on international topics and projects. View schedule. All presentations are in the Mansfield Center seminar room and are free and open to the public.
International Education Week at UM, November 14-18, 2005
A week of lectures, films, presentations and performances held annually. View Schedule of Events.
International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) All Member Symposium, Milan, Italy, October 2005
Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry, Assistant Director for Study Abroad, represented UM at the Council of Advisors meeting and at the symposium.
UM Delegation to Charles University, Czech Republic, October 2005
A delegation led by Dean Dave Forbes and Dean Sharon Alexander visited Charles University in Prague to explore areas of collaboration.
Pre-departure Orientation for Study Abroad Students, October 2005
A workshop held twice annually to prepare students who will be studying abroad on UM's study abroad programs. Topics covered include: health and safety, visa issues, credit transfer, and cultural adjustment. The workshop is organized and led by Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry.
Visitors from Mukogawa Women's University in Nishinomiya, Japan, October 2005
Mr. Fumihiko Mori, Coordinator in the International Exchange Office and Mr. Yasuo Hayashi, Cheif Manager of the International Exchange Office visited UM on October 4th and 5th.
Visitor from Aoyama Gakuin University in Tokyo, Japan, September 2005
Professor David Reedy from Aoyama Gakuin University will visit UM on September 16 to meet with OIP staff and the Japanese section.
Visitor from American Universities International Programs (AUIP), September 2005
Professor Michael Tarrant visited UM to discuss the implementation of a faculty-directed study abroad program in New Zealand during winter session 2006 to be led by Prof. Bill Borrie, College of Forestry and Conservation.
Guest Speaker, September 2005
Swami Bodhananda gave a talk entitled Understanding Hinduism on September 6 at 4:00 pm in the Dell Brown Room in Turner Hall. The event was free and open to the public.
Lecture and Presentation, September 2005
Visit by Mr. Karma Tensum, Executive Director of the Tibetan Children's Education Foundation, and three Tibetan Thangka painters. A lecture was given at noon and a presentation was made in the UC South Atrium at 4:00 pm.
Study Abroad Fair, September 2005
An event held twice annually in the UC atrium for students to get information about study abroad opportunities offered at UM.
Re-Entry Meeting, September 2005
An event held for all returned study abroad students to share their experiences with other students who have been abroad, get support in difficulties with re-adjusting to life in the U.S., and learn about how they can put their overseas experience to work.
American Studies Training, Fall 2005
Training of two Georgian Scholars from Tbilisi Institute of Asia & Africa and Kutaisi State University sponsored by a U.S. Department of State Freedom Support Grant.
Open Society Institute Students, August 2005
Three students, sponsored by the Open Society Institute (OSI), will study at UM for the 2005-2006 academic year. The students are from Moldova, Romania and Serbia.
2004 - 2005
Visit by Ambassador to the U.S. from Kygyzstan, July 2005
Her Excellency, Ambassador Zamira Sydykova, ambassador from Kyrgyzstan to the United States, visited The University of Montana from July 14-19.
Visitor from Mayor University, Chile, June 2005
Rene Lara, Director of International Relations, from Mayor University in Chile visited UM and signed an official exchange agreement between UM and Mayor University.
NAFSA 2005 Annual Conference in Seattle, Washington, May 2005
Mehrdad Kia, Barb Seekins, Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry and Brian Lofink represented OIP at the conference. In addition, 22 Pakistan Teacher Education and Professional Development Program participants attended the conference.
Pakistan Teacher Education and Professional Development Program
May - August 2005: 22 Science teacher trainers
The program is co-sponsored by USAID and the Office of International Programs.
Visitors from Khon Kaen University, Thailand, May 2005
Professor Sumon Sakolchai, President, and Professor Peerasit Kamnuansilpa, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences signed a memorandum of understanding while visiting UM.
Visitors from Tbilisi Institute of Asia and Africa, Republic of Georgia, May 2005
Prof. Dr. Guram Chikovani, Rector and President, Professor Marina Tkhinvaleli, Professor of Arabic Language and Literature, and Professor David Abesadze, Visiting Fellow, George Washington University
Visitor from Northwest University for Nationalities, Tibet, April-May 2005
Professor Guru Kyi, professor of mathematics, gave several presentations on campus including Tibetan Cultural Heritage - Stupas, Tangkas, etc. on May 3 from noon-1:00 in the Mansfield Center Seminar Room.
UM Delegation to Tajikistan, April-May 2005
A UM delegation visited several universities in Tajikistan . The delegation was lead by President George Dennison and included Vice President Daniel Dwyer, Dean Jerry Fetz, Ambassador Mark Johnson, Professor Mehrdad Kia, Heather Almquist and Otto Koester.
International Brown Bag Lecture Series, February - April, 2005
Presentations given twice a month by faculty on international topics and projects. View schedule .
Montana-Ireland Conference, April 25-26, 2005
A delegation from University College Cork visited UM and participated in a conference. On Monday, April 25 at 3:00 pm in the Dell Brown Room, Turner Hall there there was a roundtable discussion titled "Into the West, Looking Homeward: Cork and Montana in the Age of Globalization." There was a keynote address called "Blunt Instruments of Conquest: Irish Outlanders in Montana " given by David Emmons at the UC Theater at 7:00 pm . On Tuesday, April 26 there was another 3:00 roundtable discussion in the Dell Brown Room called "The Celtic Tiger Meets the Wild West: Forging Business Partnerships." At 7:00 pm , the keynote address was given by University College Cork President Gerard T. Wrixon at the UC Theater. View Schedule.
Model Arab League Conference, April 7-9, 2005
The 10th Annual Northern Rockies Model Arab League co-sponsored by the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations and the Office of International Programs.
Ambassadorial Roundtables, April 8 and 9, 2005
The University of Montana hosted two roundtable discussions featuring Ambassadors Khamrokhon Zaripov of Tajikistan and Baktybek Abdrisaev of Kyrgyzstan . They were joined by John Fox, Director of Caucasus and Central Asian Affairs in the Bureau of Europe and Eurasian Affairs in the U.S. Department of State. The first roundtable was Friday, April 8 at 7:00 pm in the UC Theater. The second roundtable was on Saturday, April 9 from 10:00 am to noon in the UC North Ballroom.
Pre-departure Orientation for Study Abroad Students, April 5 & 14, 2005
A workshop held each semester to prepare students who will be studying abroad on UM's study abroad programs. Topics covered include: health and safety, visa issues, credit transfer, and cultural adjustment. The workshop is organized and led by Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry.
International Week, March 7-13, 2005
A week of lectures, films, presentations and performances held annually and aimed at internationalizing campus.
Visitor from Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan, February 2005
Ms. Kirsten Murray, Academic Office, International Division
International Center Holiday Open House, December 2004
An open house hosted for the campus community and OIP-sponsored students and scholars.
Multicultural Training & Global Career Conference, November 2004
A two-day conference held in conjunction with International Education Week. The conference was co-sponsored by OIP and the Mansfield Center.
International Education Week, November 2004
A week of lectures, films, presentations and performances held annually, which focuses on one region of the world. The theme was Africa.
Pre-departure Orientation for Study Abroad Students, November 2004, April 2005
A workshop held twice annually to prepare students who will be studying abroad on UM's study abroad programs. Topics covered include: health and safety, visa issues, credit transfer, and cultural adjustment. The workshop is organized and led by Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry.
Visitor from University College Cork, Ireland, November 2004
Michael O'Sullivan, Vice President for Planning, Communication, and Development
Visit by Toyo University Delegation, November 2004
The delegation included Tomonori Matsuo, President of Toyo University and Professor Department of Regional Development Studies, Haruyoshi Udagawa , Director of Center for International Programs and Professor Department of English Communication, Takashi Ohshima, Director of Academic Affairs and Prof. Department of Social Psychology, Hisato Nakamura, Professor Department of Management, Katsutoshi Ohta, Professor Department of Regional Development Studies. During the visit, presentations were given by each member of the delegation as well as by UM faculty members from various corresponding departments.
Visit by International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) France Delegation, October 2004
Cedric Guern, Universite dé Caen, Brigitte Felix, Univérsite du Maine, Anne Claude Calvelli, Univérsite de Savoie, Marie Pierre Kerneur, Univérsite Du Havre, and Michel Darmon , Univérsite d'Angers (ISEP France President)
International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) Conference, Washington, D.C. , October 2004
Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry, Assistant Director for Study Abroad, gave a presentation at the conference.
Trip to Japan and Korea, October 2004
Bob Hausmann , Director of English Language Institute, and Nancy Gass , Administrative Assistant to the Directors of International Programs and English Language Institute, visited universities in Japan and Korea .
Visitor from Nuertingen University, Germany, October 2004
Prof. Dr. Richard G. Wilcox, Prof. of International Management, Director of International Programs
Visitor from University College Cork, Ireland, October 2004
Louise Tobin, Director, International Programs
Visitor from Open Society Institute, New York, September 2004
Ann Campbell, Program Manager with Network Scholarship Programs
UM - Toyo Symposium on Bio-Nano Technology and Sciences, September 2004
UM hosted the symposium which featured presentations by scientists from various countries
Visit by Tajik Ambassador, September 2004
Ambassador Khamrokhon Zaripov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Republic of Tajikistan to the United States presented a lecture entitled Tajikistan at the Crossroads: the Struggles of an Ancient Nation & People
Visitor from Potsdam University, Germany, September 2004
Dr. Harald Fuhr, Vice President and Professor, International Political Sciences
Visitor from Université Paul Valéry, France, September 2004
Dr. Alain Blayac, Director of International Relations
Re-Entry Meeting, September 2004
An event held for all returned study abroad students to share their experiences with other students who have been abroad, get support in difficulties with re-adjusting to life in the U.S. , and learn about how they can put their overseas experience to work.
Study Abroad Fair, September 2004, February 2005
An event held twice annually in the UC atrium for students to get information about study abroad opportunities offered at UM.
International Brown Bag Lecture Series, September, 2004- April, 2005
Presentations given twice a month by faculty on international topics and projects.
Training of Scholar from Kazakh National Technical University, Kazakhstan, Fall 2004
Pakistan Teacher Education and Professional Development Program
September - December 2004: 15 English teachers
The program is co-sponsored by USAID and the Office of International Programs.
American Studies Training, Fall 2004
Training of two Georgian Scholars from Tbilisi Institute of Asia & Africa and Kutaisi State University sponsored by a U.S. Department of State Freedom Support Grant.
Visitors from Mukogawa Women's University , Japan , August 2004
Dr. Fumihiko Mori , Coordinator of International Exchange Office and Dr. Yasuo Hayashi, Chief Manager of International Exchange Office
2003 - 2004
Visitor from the Metropolitan Technological University of Santiago, Chile (UTEM), July/August 2004
Mr. Rene Villalobos, Professor of English, Director of the English Language Certificate Course and Director of UTEM Ministry of Education Grant for reforming English Language Instruction.
Delegation from Kasetsart University, Thailand, July 2004
Three representatives from Kasetsart University visited UM to explore areas for future cooperation. The trip was organized by Professors Maureen Fleming and Ray Murray.
Delegation to Cork, Ireland and Potsdam, Germany, June 2004
Dean Jerry Fetz and Professors Mehrdad Kia and Robert Hausmann visited University College Cork in Republic of Ireland to explore and negotiate the possibility of an exchange relationship. The group also visited the University of Potsdam in Germany for the signing of the exchange agreement.
Delegation to France, June 2004
Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry accompanied President Dennison, Chris Anderson and Michel Valentin on a visit to four universities in France to negotiate new partnerships for UM. Marja also visited the University of Granada in Spain.
Conference - Georgia-U.S.A. Relations: A Dialogue between Georgian and American Scholars, June 1 - June 2, 2004 Tbilisi Institute of Asia and Africa, Tbilisi, Georgia
A two-day conference co-hosted by Tbilisi Institute of Asia and Africa and The University of Montana. The conference included the opening ceremony of the Montana Room - A Center for American Studies attended by Richard Miles, the United States Ambassador to Republic of Georgia.
Delegation to Kazakhstan, May 2004
Professor Mehrdad Kia accompanied Senator Conrad Burns, Representative Dennis Rehberg and others on a trip to Kazakhstan. The trip included meetings with Kazakhstan's Ministry of Education and the rectors of Kazakh National Pedagogical University and Eurasian National University.
NAFSA 56th Annual Conference, Baltimore, Maryland, May 2004
Barbara Seekins and Meghan Squires represented the Office of International Programs at the conference.
Visitor from Charles Sturt University, Australia , May 2004
Ms. Nuala Grundy, Coordinator for Study Abroad and Exchanges
Delegation of German Fulbright Scholars, May 2004
Five visitors from various universities in Germany came to UM as part of the Seminar for International Education Administrators. OIP's Barbara Seekins organized the visit and accompanied the German visitors during their stay.
Farewell Party, May 2004
International Programs held a farewell party for departing OIP-sponsored students and scholars. Campus community and UM outgoing exchange students were invited.
Visitor from University of Joensuu, Finland, April 2004
Mr. Petri Lintunen, Director of Administration
Lecture - Oil, Democracy, and Islam by John Fox, Director for Central Asia and the Caucasus, U.S. State Department, April 2004
Sponsored by the Office of International Programs, The Central Asia & Caspian Basin Program and the World Affairs Council of Montana.
Model Arab League Conference, April 2004
The 9th Annual Northern Rockies Model Arab League was co-sponsored by the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations and the Office of International Programs.
International Week, March 2004
A week of lectures, films, presentations and performances held annually and aimed at internationalizing campus. This year the event took place in conjunction with Expanding Horizons: A week of U.S. - Muslim cultural understanding, which was co-sponsored by the Office of International Programs and the Muslim Student Association.
Election to ISEP Council of Advisors, March 2004
Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry was elected to represent The University of Montana in the Council of Advisors of the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP). The ISEP Council of Advisors is made up of 15-20 representatives from 130 member universities around the world.
American Studies Training, Spring 2004
Training of two Georgian Scholars from Tbilisi Institute of Asia & Africa and Kutaisi State University sponsored by a U.S. Department of State Freedom Support Grant.
Training of Kyrgyz Administrators from Naryn State University, Kyrgyzstan, Spring 2004
Pakistan Teacher Education and Professional Development Program
January - March, 2004: 21 administrators
May - August, 2004: 26 science teachers
The program is co-sponsored by USAID and the Office of International Programs.
International Center Open House, December 2003
The campus community and OIP-sponsored students and scholars visited the new location for some holiday cheer.
Lecture - Conservation of Rainforests in Chile : Water Production, Salmon Farming and Sports Fishing by Professor Antonio Lara, Universidad Austral de Chile, November 2003
International Education Week, November 2003
A week of lectures, films, presentations and performances held annually, which focuses on one region of the world. The theme was Latin America.
Pre-departure Orientation for Study Abroad Students, November 2003, April 2004
A workshop held twice annually to prepare students who will be studying abroad on UM's study abroad programs. Topics covered include: health and safety, visa issues, credit transfer, and cultural adjustment. The workshop is organized and led by Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry.
Conference - International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) First All-Member Symposium in Monterrey, Mexico, October 2003
Marja Unkuri-Chaudhry traveled to Monterrey, Mexico, to attend ISEP All-Member Symposium.
Lecture - Chechnya Diary: A War Correspondent's Story of Surviving the War in Chechnya by Thomas Goltz, October 2003
Co-sponsored by the Office of International Programs and the World Affairs Council of Montana.
Delegation to Korea and Japan, October 2003
President Dennison and Professors Kia and Hausmann visited Ajou University, Kangnung National University and Andong National University in Korea as well as Toyo University, Meisei University and Sophia University in Japan.
Re-Entry Meeting, September 2003
An event held for all returned study abroad students to share their experiences with other students who have been abroad, get support in difficulties with re-adjusting to life in the U.S., and learn about how they can put their overseas experience to work.
Study Abroad Fair, September 2003, February 2004
An event held twice annually in the UC atrium for students to get information about study abroad opportunities offered at UM.
International Brown Bag Lecture Series, September, 2003 - April, 2004
Presentations given twice a month by faculty on international topics and projects.
Office of International Programs (OIP) moves to Linguistics Building, facilitating the integration of OIP and English Language Programs (ELP), the building is renamed International Center, July 2003.
2002 - 2003
Conference - Central Asia : Its Geopolitical Significance & Future Impact , April 2003
The Conference of Title VI Undergraduate International Studies and Foreign Language Programs Directors and the Office of International Programs hosted a four day conference on Central Asia at The University of Montana.
Lecture - Women in Postwar Afghanistan by Shahla Arsala, April 2003
The Office of International Programs, Jeannette Rankin Peace Center , the Montana World Affairs Council and the Central Asia and Caspian Basin Program sponsored the lecture by the cofounder of the Afghan Women's Association and founder of the Widow's Project.