Morgan Marler Faculty from disciplines across campus came together on Wednesday, April 10th, for a networking lunch and presentation on the principles of Growth Mindset and how the practice can be used to improve and enhance the student experience in an Education Abroad Faculty-Led Program. The Growth Mindset theory, first developed in the research of Carol Dweck, is … [Read more...] about Cultivating Change: Applying Growth Mindset
From April 8 to April 12, 2024, Paula Moore, representing the English Language Institute (ELI) and Missouri State University, embarked on a significant business trip to China with the primary objective of visiting Southwestern University (SWU) in Chongqing and the MSU Branch campus in Dalian. Located in a picturesque suburb of Chongqing, SWU boasts a breathtaking campus … [Read more...] about Endeavoring to Elevate English Language Instruction at Southwestern University and the Dalian Branch Campus
Eunice Nyagaka and Winnie Masanya The 2024 English Language Educators Conference themed ‘Welcoming refugees into our schools and communities’ was held on 28th March at Missouri State University. Participants included English language educators, refugee administrators, and various stakeholders involved in refugee and immigrant programs throughout the state of Missouri. The … [Read more...] about Empowering Newcomer Students: Insights from the 2024 English Language Educators Conference
Madeline Corderman On March 22nd Lebanon High School (LHS) hosted the Globally Strong Culture Fair. This event, organized by LHS art teacher Elizabeth Barker, takes place every three years; and draws many people from Missouri and other states to share and learn about cultures, faith, and art from around the globe. From Missouri State University, students were among those … [Read more...] about ELI and MSU’s International Students Attend Lebanon High School’s Globally Strong Culture Fair
After a pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Isesaki Global Leadership Academy (IGLA) is back, and it's more wonderful and better than ever! This annual event, hosted by Missouri State University’s English Language Institute (ELI), eagerly anticipates 116 high school students from Isesaki, Japan, our esteemed sister city from May 25 to June 3, 2024. One of the highlights … [Read more...] about Experience the Essence of Japanese Culture at Isesaki Global Leadership Academy’s Japan Night Festival