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Indiana University’s global impact

Through sustained commitment to the international dimensions of research, teaching, and service, IU is making meaningful contributions to individuals and to society on a global scale. Explore some of the most recent ways IU students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends work to effect positive change.

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Global news

Ryan Campbell: preparing to lead public health change around the world

August 21, 2026
As a Navy scientist and public health professional, Ryan Campbell says pursuing a DrPH will allow him to further enhance his knowledge of leadership techniques.
Study abroad trip in Costa Rica immerses IU Online student in tropical research environment

August 19, 2026
With IU Online’s approach to online education and its close collaboration with all of IU’s campuses, a recent IU East research trip brought Jerrica Miles from Washington, Indiana, to the dense... Read more about Study abroad trip in Costa Rica immerses IU Online student in tropical research environment
Indiana educators build global connections through initiative in Galápagos

August 18, 2026
Ten Indiana teachers spent a week in the Galápagos Islands as part of a new environmental education initiative led by the IU School of Education, the Environmental Resilience Institute and the Col... Read more about Indiana educators build global connections through initiative in Galápagos

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Keep up with IU Global

You won’t have to look very far to find internationally focused events happening at an IU campus. Lectures and awards are just two of the ways IU brings global engagement to you.

O’Meara Lecture Series

Learn about current topics in international affairs from expert speakers.

Awards

Find out about IU’s awards for exceptional international service.

Upcoming events

AMPATH Kenya Webinar on Malaria and El Niño

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

11 a.m.—1 p.m.

Join AMPATH for a webinar on preventing malaria epidemics in the highlands of Kenya associated with the forecasted 2026 El Niño–Southern Oscillation and Indian Ocean Dipole convergence.

High School Workshop- Trust, Cooperation, & Education: A Framework for Economic Development

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Starts at 8:30 a.m.

IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, Bloomington, in collaboration with IU India Gateway, will organize a one-day workshop on Development Economics for high school students in...Read more

Explore IU & OSU Brazil Open House

Thursday, August 27, 2026

4 p.m.—6 p.m.

Join us from 4 - 6:00 on August 27 for an inspiring (and free!) day of learning, connection, and opportunity—organized in collaboration with The Ohio State University Brazil Gateway. Discover un...Read more

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