Illinois Abroad & Global Exchange 2019-2020 Annual Report

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PARTNER RELATIONS Our Commitment to Partnership Part of the mission of IAGE is to serve as an innovative and collaborative partner. We have strong partnerships with units across campus and around the world in order to foster intercultural competence and inspire global engagement from our study abroad students.

Organizational Memberships IAGE is a member of professional organizations who create a set of shared standards, articulate best practices, and recognize excellence in the field of international education. We remain active members by participating in trainings and conferences, utilizing member resources, and aligning IAGE office operations with the standards of best practices.

• Association of American College and University Programs in Italy (AACUPI) • CIEE Academic Consortium • Diversity Abroad • Forum on Education Abroad • IES Abroad • IIE Generation Study Abroad • NAFSA: Association of International Educators

Institutional Partnerships IAGE partners with institutions to provide exceptional study abroad experiences for Illinois students. These relationships extend beyond contractual agreements, business partnerships, or logistical resources. We rely on these institutions for their expertise in the local community, caliber of their international educators, and their high quality student support services.

72

total IAGE institutional partners

Campus Partners & Collaborations IAGE partners with campus units that support students throughout their study abroad experience in areas such as academics, health, finances, and safety. We also serve as a collaborative partner to put on joint programming and events for prospective and current study abroad and exchange students. Additionally, we provide services, such as course integration, class presentations, program development, budget consulting, and data visualizations for units interested in sharing the study abroad message with their students.

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