SUU’s Office Of Learning Abroad Expands With $35,000 Grant Funding

Southern Utah University (SUU)'s Office of Learning Abroad has been awarded a $35,000 grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). The grant is part of the 2024 Increase and Diversify Education Abroad for U.S. Students (IDEAS) Program, which awarded nearly $1.3 million across 37 U.S. colleges and universities. This initiative is designed to enhance international education opportunities for American students.

The grant will help SUU expand its study abroad program through the creation of the T-Bird Education Abroad Mentorship (TEAM) initiative. This mentorship program aims to increase accessibility and awareness of study abroad opportunities by connecting students with essential resources and guidance. Led by Tayah Nelson, Office of Learning Abroad coordinator and principal investigator, the project seeks to make study abroad more inclusive.

According to a news release, Nelson highlighted the long and challenging proposal process, noting that the hard work paid off after multiple attempts. She emphasized that the grant will enhance the visibility and quality of study abroad programs at SUU, allowing more students to participate in these valuable experiences.

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The Office of Learning Abroad at SUU offers a variety of international and domestic programs, including semester exchanges, short-term trips, internships, and volunteer opportunities. These programs align with the university’s goal to help students experience different cultures and foster personal growth through global learning.

Kurt Harris, director of Learning Abroad, noted that the grant will support more life-changing experiences for students. He emphasized that the TEAM initiative is designed to help students facing barriers to study abroad, expanding the diversity of participants.

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The SUU SPARC (Sponsored Programs, Agreements, Research and Contracts) office, which assists with securing external funding, played a key role in this successful grant application.

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