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Panel Presentation

Mission, Goals, Strategy, and Advocacy

From Tension to Transformation: Cultivating Collaboration for Global Learning

Thursday, March 20, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM US EST
Location: Pine, Mezzanine level
Join us for a conversation on a subtle yet often overlooked cultural tension in our field. While U.S. campus partners are highly committed and supportive, their expectations and operational methods can sometimes differ from the realities faced by on-site study abroad programs. These differing perspectives, while challenging, also present untapped potential for growth. Presenters will share insights from recent European seminars, exploring strategies to build trust and foster intercultural collaboration for enhanced global learning.

Learning Objectives:

  • Participants will recognize the hidden cultural conflicts that exist between U.S. campuses and study abroad programs.
  • Participants will understand the implications of these conflicts for program quality and the student experience.
  • Participants will gain actionable strategies for fostering dialogue and collaboration between U.S. campus leadership and on-site study abroad programs.
  • Participants will leave with a network of peers who are equally committed to enhancing the study abroad experience.