UI Faculty/Staff International Resources

There are a variety of ways that faculty and staff at the University of Idaho can gain international experience. Whether by studying, teaching, or researching abroad; by incorporating an international dimension into their classes, or even by leading a course overseas.  Faculty members are also a critical component to helping their students gain international experience by performing a variety of advising functions.

You can find resources within this website that include the following:

		Inviting a research assistant (J-1 Scholar) to work with you at the UI.
		Inviting a visiting professor (H1-B faculty) to the UI.
		International Friendship Association - Find out about the international culture kits you can use in a class.  Would you like to be a friendship family to an international student?  Do you have a bike or household items you would like to donate for international students to use?  The IFA has it all.
		Creating your own study abroad program - Teach a UI course abroad where you can include aspects from the host country or culture.
		Opportunities to teach abroad
		Faculty and Staff international development opportunities
		Fulbright Program Opportunities
		Information about the process for advising your students who would like to study abroad.
		Other questions?  Check out our FAQ!

Whether you are looking to develop or expand a research project, develop an institutional linkage with an overseas university, introduce international topics into your teaching, build collegial networks, or enhance your personal international expertise and knowledge, these resources can lead you in the right direction.  If you have questions that are not addressed on this site, please contact the UI Study Abroad Office at (208) 885-7870 or abroad@uidaho.edu.