IPS MISSION
Globalization has become
the cornerstone of our way of life in the 21st
century—corporations, academic and financial institutions, governments,
people, and entire economies throughout the world are linked at a
multitude of levels: multinational governmental and NGO coordination;
research, music, foods, cultures and profits are pursued and shared by
citizens of every nation. We
have indeed become a borderless world society.
And one major result of the globalization phenomenon is the need
for all of us — students, faculty, and staff — to be able to work and
thrive in multicultural environments — in short, to become global
citizens.
In furtherance of this end,
the Office of International Programs and Services at ISU is committed to
facilitating the research, travel, events and activities that support
and promote the transformation of our respective constituencies into
successful global citizens.
Fundamentally, IPS serves
as an enabler for campus globalization efforts, working with other staff
elements to either lead efforts toward this end or support the efforts
of other staff activities.
IPS also works with several
key constituencies both on campus and in the community to promote a
broader global perspective and expand engagement.
Specifically, we work with students, faculty, staff, and members
of the community by facilitating opportunities to:
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Create and provide various study abroad models
so students can avail themselves of opportunities to
visit other countries and learn about new cultures.
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Foster a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for the University’s
population of international students.
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Encourage and facilitate interaction between our domestic and
international students to ensure broader understanding
and tolerance.
- Facilitate civic engagement by cooperating with various community groups to help bring international programming to Indiana communities.
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