Nyaigoti, a freshman international student from Kenya, left her homeland in August 2018 to study at Missouri State University. Her journey from Nyamira County in Kenya to Springfield has not been an easy one. But the challenges she has had to overcome has made her realize how strong she is. Escaping a difficult life Back home, Nyaigoti, the oldest of four siblings, had to … [Read more...] about Springfield community shows generosity to international student
From July 5th to July 7th, the 2019 Global Competence Forum for Young Elites was held in Xidian University (XDU). Famous scholars and 350 young elites from over 30 universities in 15 countries gathered together in Xi’an and shared the thoughts on youth’s global competence. Allen Sun, an MBA student and graduate assistant for the office of China Programs, represented Missouri … [Read more...] about 2019 Global Competence Forum for Young Elites – Xi’an, China
Ebraheem Bouq is in his first year of Missouri State's accelerated master's program. The graduate student from Medina, Saudi Arabia is studying for a degree in Project Management and an MBA. He can't recommend the accelerated program enough. "It's an amazing resource. It's faster, it's less expensive, and you're getting a great education from a prestigious program," says … [Read more...] about Creating an international family at Missouri State
English Language Institute (ELI) students enjoy practicing language skills outside of the classroom. In June, they exchanged Missouri State classrooms for elementary school classrooms. Students in all levels of Speaking courses visited a WING's class called, "Oh, The Places You'll Go." About WINGS WINGS is a program for gifted students in the Springfield Public … [Read more...] about English Language Institute students spread their Wings
I'll share my own personal experience with hosting, with tips on the do's and don't's of a great experience. Host opportunities The ELI Special Programs team offers opportunities to host junior high and high school students from Isesaki, Japan. Anyone can sign up to be a host - an individual, a couple, a family, even local high school students. There are three … [Read more...] about Impacts of a one-day cultural exchange