International Internship - 2/1/2012 - Georgia State University

“ The trip was an amazing experience and has helped me learn more about the European Union and its importance in the world today. Brussels is one of my new favorite cities, and I would love to go back and visit.”

Kelsey Scantland - Senior in the J. Mack Robinson College of Business

Breakfast Briefing with his Excellency Mohamed Salah Tekaya Ambassador of Tunisia to the United States - 2/16/2012 - Georgia State University

“The breakfast roundtable was an excellent opportunity to meet the Ambassador of Tunisia and hear about the latest development in the country a year after the revolution.  Being a representative of an American company with an established and successful presence in Tunisia, it was reassuring to me and informative to learn about what the newly-elected government is implementing in terms of incentives to attract new foreign direct investments and grow existing ones.”

Hatem Sellami - Founder and President, Predictix

Study Abroad, 2011 - Hong Kong - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The CIBER grant was a significant aid to my studies abroad.  CIBER motivated me to explore new personal limits in order to enhance my behavior and knowledge.  I am grateful for the award and I believe in CIBER’s objective and their desire to create international business leaders.

R. Dominguez - undergraduate

Study Abroad, 2011 - China - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

“My increased confidence in cross-cultural interactions, understanding of the Chinese language, appreciation of ethnic and religious diversity within China, and knowledge in the history of the Chinese state are all important skills that I could only truly have gotten from studying abroad that will prove invaluable in future endeavors, whether they be academic or business related.”

J. Harmon - Global Studies major

Study Abroad, 2011 - Spain - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

“As the first person in my family to have the opportunity to pursue a higher education, I knew very little about college, much less about studying abroad, and never did I think that I would have the opportunity to do so. And as I sit here and reflect on my semester I can honestly say that my experience studying abroad has been the most enlightening & enriching experience of my undergraduate studies, & for that matter, of my life, thus far.

Ultimately, this experience has encouraged and inspired me to continue with my higher education & has opened up so many new career possibilities. Studying abroad in Spain exposed me to a new country and region of the world & allowed me to obtain fieldwork experience & skills that I can refer to and utilize, respectively, for the rest of my life.”

B. Serrato - International Studies major

Business Honors study tour - Brazil 2011 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

“Learning about Brazilian business taught us that when we eventually reach the job market, it is extremely important to learn about one’s culture before doing business with them. With business already becoming so global, it is inevitable that we will be engaging in business endeavors that include people from around the world. If we do not take the time to learn their culture and the way they do business before dealing with them, it could prove fatal to any deal we attempt to make.”

From the student summary

IDEB 2011 - 7/20/2011 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

“As an international business major who, by the very nature of my field, will inevitably conduct international research, the contents of the conference was of extremely high value. I would highly recommend it to first and second year International Business students as well as others who are interested in conducting international research.”

J. Kim - Ph.D. student in Business Administration

Global Management Certificate Graduate - Brigham Young University

Definitely expanded my knowledge and network, and understanding of doing business with many different cultures. I really learned a lot from my electives: International Human Resources, Global Business Negotiations, Intro to International Business, and Business Spanish. The international business experience really complemented my coursework, and overall this enhanced my education so much. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to complete the Global Management Certificate, and I have used what I have learned from every elective and international experience already in understanding other cultures and in professional environments.

Elena Samuels

Global Challenges of International Sales Law Conference - 11/11/2011 - University of Florida

The Global Challenges of International Sales Law Conference responds to a general call in the aftermath of the last decade’s “Great Recession,” namely, a call to refocus attention on institutions, rules, regulatory and legal environments that impact global trade efficiency, contagion and systemic risk. Documenting utilization of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods (CISG), combined with understanding and addressing obstacles to its further adoption, will impact profitability and opportunity for US firms in global markets. Initiative development integrates input from CISG scholars from over 20 countries, representatives of international institutions such as the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law and legal professionals representing businesses in international transactions.

Three factors significantly extend audience reach of the international sales law conference: explicit inclusion of academic, institutional and practitioner perspectives in invited attendees; broad country distribution of research (and hence coverage of all major global areas US firms do business in); coordination with Cambridge University Press in developing conference research topics that jointly will yield a publishable book  Such a cohesive “state-of-the-art” and “state-of-the-issues” book, published by a highly respected press, has far greater impact and use than typical conference proceedings. Modeled after a similar conference on intellectual property law organized by the University of Connecticut (UC) CIBER in 2008, successful organization of the current conference validates the former as a useful prototype and enhances applicability of the prototype with potential modifications.

Lecture by Carlos Saladrigas, Chairman & CEO, Regis HR Group - 11/28/2011 - University of Florida

Mr. Carlos A. Saladrigas, Chairman and CEO of Regis HR Group, a Professional Employer Organization offering a full suite of outsourced human resources services to small and mid‐sized businesses, gave a lecture on US-Cuban relations at UF. He is a co‐founder of the Cuba Study group and serves as its co‐chair. He also is a member of the board of directors of Progress Energy and Advance Auto Parts. Previously, Mr. Saladrigas served as chairman of Premier American Bank. Mr. Saladrigas was a co‐founder and CEO of The Vincam Group, which in 1998 was listed as the largest Hispanic‐owned company in the United States, and which was acquired by ADP in 2000. He is also a member of the Hispanic Advisory Board for PepsiCo. Saladrigas holds an MBA with honors from Harvard University and a BBA, cum laude, from the University of Miami. Mr. Saladrigas was a CPA in Florida. Active in community affairs, Mr. Saladrigas is a Vice chairman of the Board of Trustees
\nof the University of Miami, a director of Catholic Charities for the Archdiocese of Miami, and a trustee at Belen Jesuit School. He is a former trustee at the Rhode
\nIsland School of Design and Spring Hill College

Asia Business Study Abroad - Brigham Young University

I learned that it is really hard to judge people with their motives, desires, decisions, etc. People come from so many different backgrounds that we are all so different and unique. We really need to not judge because everyone was raised differently. Sometimes I feel I may questions someones motives, but their decision means something entirely different to them. So the moral of the story is: Most often we don't have all the facts and don't see the whole picture, so don't judge and love everyone.

Asia Business Study Abroad Participant

BYU Business Language Case Competition - 11/11/2011 - Purdue University

"Dear Greg,

Thank you very much for all the help, support, and encouragement that you gave us for the BYU Language Case Competition.  We all enjoyed the experience and the trip over to BYU to use what we’ve learned in the classroom in a real situation.  We continue to see the importance of learning a second language, and hope to continue practicing our Spanish speaking skill.  Looking back, this will definitely be a highlight of our academic college careers.  We appreciate the support from CIBER, and we feel very fortunate to have such a program available to us.  Muchas gracias por su apoyo and we will remember to pronounce all of our vowels (a,e,i,o,u) like real native speakers.  Sincerely, Dave, Tyler, and Ashley."

Dave B., Tyler W., Ashley S. - Purdue Undergraduate Students in Management

Global Marketing Business Study Abroad - 12/8/2011 - Brigham Young University

The world is different everywhere you step. You cannot enter one sphere while clinging to aspects of your previous sphere. When you go to visit, live, or do business in one country or city you must automatically assume you know nothing about it and that nothing from your past experience can help you prepare for it. I honestly believe one must discover the location so as to avoid negative impacts of assumptions. Culture is a powerful thing. History is a powerful thing. You have to go into it expecting to change personally and to change practices that are tried and true in favor of new and innovative methods that will be successful in these new locations.

Global Marketing Business Study Abroad Participant

L.A. Business Groups Form Partnership to Give Export Advice - 10/31/2011 - University of Southern California

Businesses in Los Angeles seeking to expand sales overseas will soon have a new resource: a partnership between the city, business groups, UCLA and USC that aims to simplify access to export advice.  The Los Angeles Regional Export Council, announced Monday by Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, will start by launching a website to help businesses find the specific services they need.

One of those highlighted by the mayor, the MBA Export Champions supported by a $320,000 federal grant, will link companies with students at the UCLA Anderson School of Management and USC Marshall School of Business to devise approaches to foreign markets. “We’re forming the L.A. Regional Export Council to better coordinate the export services that are already available,” Villaraigosa said. “The goal of the council is to help companies find the export assistance they need to grow their business and create new jobs.”

The mayor credited the Brookings Institution, a Washington think tank, with inspiring the idea for the council. It will include the mayor’s office, the port, the airports, the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, the Centers for International Trade Development, the USC Center for International Business Education and Research and the UCLA Center for International Business Education and Research.

Los Angeles Times

Southeast Consortium Pedagogy Workshop Sponsored by GSU- CIBER - Georgia State University

"The workshop was an excellent introduction to the resources and teaching content and techniques for developing or supplementing an existing International Business course.  The instructors, Drs. Cavusgil and Boers, were very engaging, supportive, and knowledgeable.  I took away many great resources and have used several of them in one of my courses already!  Great workshop!  You can count me in for the next one, too!”

Sally Humphries - Professor of Information System and Communications

Global Business Project - 3/10/2011 - University of Miami

Aaron Newman, a second-year UM MBA student, worked on developing new marketing and social networking strategies for the Kobe Portopia Hotel in Japan. “I learned how to manage a remote team, organize recommendations into the McKinsey framework, collect first and secondary data and analyze the business to develop new strategies and action plans,” he says. “Participating in this program is definitely the highlight of my MBA career.”

Full article at: http://bus.miami.edu/news-and-media/recent-news/ciber-mba-consulting-11.html

Aaron Newman - UM MBA Student

Visiting Scholar - Georgia State University

"My experience at GSU-CIBER has helped me develop a strong skill- set that I will be able to implement in my daily work and share with colleagues at my home university. I have had the wonderful opportunity to develop my research ideas in collaboration with world- class experts in International Business and International Marketing"

Daria Volcheck - a Visiting Scholar at GSU-CIBER

Visiting Scholar - Georgia State University

"Being a visiting scholar at GSU- CIBER has been an enriching experience so far. Under the leadership of Dr. S. Tamer Cavusgil, I have had the opportunity to help develop the GSU-CIBER Middle Class Score Card and be a part of the organizing committee for CIMaR 2011, while fully immersing myself into the American culture. GSU-CIBER has helped me move forward in both my education and career goals. I would like to thank Dr. Cavusgil for giving me this wonderful opportunity to work with such a great team."

Dr. Ilke Kardes - a Visiting Scholar at GSU-CIBER

GSU-CIBER Southeast Consortium Pedagogical Session - 9/23/2011 - Georgia State University

 "I thought the seminar was very worthwhile and the materials are incredible. It was really generous of the GSU-CIBER team to provide so many useful resources."

Margaret B. Sherman - Assistant Professor, Georgia State University

“Media, Journalism and Business in a Global World" Study Abroad Program to Istanbul, Turkey - 5/6/2011 - Georgia State University

"This program has helped me significantly strengthen my professional skills from building confidence in my ability as journalist to learning how to effectively communicate with people from different backgrounds. Ultimately, I learned the importance of networking, how building relationships is the foundationfor success in business."
\n-- Patricia Campbell, BA Journalism, College of Arts &Sciences

Patricia Campbell - Undergraduate Student

AIESEC Internship - 6/1/2011 - Georgia State University

 Alex St. Urbain, a leader of the AIESEC GSU's chapter, just returned from an exchange internship abroad in Gebze, Turkey, where he worked for the marketing department of Polin Water Parks.  "I went on an internship to learn about doing business in a different legal, economic, and cultural environment. During this internship, I enjoyed working with Turkish people creating press releases and updating catalogue content.  Ultimately I assisted the company in its endeavors to enter new markets. This program has helped me gain a highly valuable experience for my career" -Alex St. Urbain 

Alex St. Urbain

9th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - 6/5/2011 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

“I learned a lot, and have already begun incorporating global business information into my courses at Parkland College.  I was able to get lots of ideas from speaking to my colleagues from around the country - hearing about how they added things into their curriculum.  I believe my students will gain better insights into why global thinking is so important to our local and national economy and to their own individual lives!

I want to thank the University of Illinois CIBER for sponsoring this institute and providing the scholarship for me to attend.  It was a great investment!”

Kelly Barbour-Conerty - Associate Professor, Department of Business and Ag Industries, Parkland College

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

The resources that you have made available are invaluable, and I and my colleagues truly appreciate the work you have done to provide those resources.

Terry Beckman - Assistant Professor of Marketing, Athabasca University

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE is an excellent source of valuable information for anybody interested in international business.

Mario E. Davila Escobar - Professor, Interamerican University of Puerto Rico

Study Abroad Workshop 101 - 8/12/2011 - Georgia State University

"Thank you and the entire team of organizers and presenters for sharing so much valuable information on study abroad programming. The broad range of programs, disciplines and experiences combined covered just about every angle of study abroad programs in an enjoyable one day session."

Susan Caolo - Part-time Instructor, International Business Institute

Marshall International Summer Internship Program in Indonesia - 6/1/2011 - University of Southern California

I loved my life in Jakarta, and am sad to see my days there over.  I have no doubt that I will be back for I know I have made lifelong friends and connections that I think would be happy to see my return.  The memories I created there are priceless and I will never forget every adventure this city had to offer me.  When I get back to school I hope to join with other Indonesians in the colleges and also stay in touch with those back in Jakarta.

Shaina Conners - Sophomore Student in Business

Internationalizing Doctoral Education in Business Ph.D. Conference - 7/20/2011 - University of Wisconsin

The UW CIBER hosted the 2011 Internationalizing Doctoral Education in Business (IDEB) Ph.D. conference July 20-22, 2011. The conference brought together approximately 40 doctoral students representing business schools across the country, with faculty from five universities participating as presenters and session moderators. The goals of the conference were to encourage a new generation of doctoral students to approach their studies with an international perspective and to support doctoral candidates with international dissertation topics by developing a peer and faculty network. Two keynote speakers were invited to address the conference. Jeremi Suri, E. Gordon Fox Professor of History at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, gave the opening keynote presentation on "Global Strategy and Business." Ellen Frost, Visiting Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, closed the conference with her address entitled "Power Shift: Implications for the Global Marketplace." In addition to the keynote addresses, faculty panels addressed a variety of topics, such as research methodologies, the role of internationalization in business careers, publishing internationally-focused research, and teaching strategies for international business. Breakout sessions gave students the opportunity to engage in small-group discussions on the topics that were presented in the faculty panels, and conference participants were able to network with others during scheduled breaks, meals, and receptions.

Internationalizing the Undergraduate Business Curriculum - 6/16/2011 - University of Wisconsin

On June 16-17, Madison College hosted its sixth annual Summer Institute for International Education.  This year’s Institute offered participants an opportunity to discover ways to enhance the international content of the undergraduate business curriculum.  The keynote address, given by Ulice Payne, Managing Member of Addison Clifton, LLC, focused on why international competencies are a critical part of educating students for life and work in a globally connected community.  Sachin Tuli, Director of International Programs at the Wisconsin School of Business gave a plenary talk on the pedagogy of International Business, which included example courses.  The Institute included additional scholars and business leaders who spoke on topics of their expertise, such as creating international internships, region-specific business challenges, study abroad opportunities, and recent trends in curriculum development.  Attendees also networked and shared their experiences with others during small group discussions.

Award-winning author Jim Foley holds workshops on "The Global Entrepreneur" - 6/14/2011 - University of Wisconsin

On June 14, business leaders from 20 companies and organizations gathered in Madison gathered to attend a workshop by Jim Foley, author of The Global Entrepreneur: Taking your Business International. Foley, who is the director of the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) program of NASBITE International and an international business instructor at Bradley University, shared his wealth of overseas business knowledge and experience with attendees. Foley led the attendees through a fictional case-study of an American business that had attempted to market its product internationally. Attendees discussed the case-study in small groups, identifying a number of problems and brainstorming solutions. Foley used the case-study to offer tips and suggestions for businesses that are looking to succeed in an international marketplace. On June 15, Foley also gave a presentation in Oshkosh, during which he shared strategies to help small businesses go global. Participants learned how to create a competitive export strategy, identify the most profitable markets, avoid the pitfalls of reactive exporting, and overcome hurdles to entering the world of international business.

Southeast Asia FDIB: Singapore and Malaysia - 1/3/2011 - University of Wisconsin

The Southeast Asia Faculty Development in International Business program was held January 3-13, 2011 in Singapore and Malaysia.  The program provided faculty from across the U.S. with a greater understanding of the business practices, economic policies, political structures, and diverse cultural environments of the two countries.  Participants learned about the unique aspects of each country, including the knowledge/innovation economy in Singapore and Islamic business practices in Malaysia.  Participants were given the opportunity to visit both international and locally-owned companies and organizations and to take part in a variety of cultural activities.  The Southeast Asia FDIB is sponsored by CIBERs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Hawai'i.
 

Europe Business Study Abroad - 7/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

I loved going to the Cadbury World because it was fun to see direct promotional marketing in effect. As a marketing major, I thought it was neat to see how a huge company still must undergo intense marketing efforts in order to survive. Cadbury World is solely promotion and marketing, so it was really cool to see how big of a difference marketing can make.

Europe Business Study Abroad Participant

Europe Business Study Abroad - 7/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

From this experience I believe that learning about international business is more meaningful when you are able to experience international business first hand.  I am a hands on, visual learner, therefore learning about something in a text book is less meaningful to me than actually seeing it in action.

Europe Business Study Abroad Participant

Europe Business Study Abroad - 7/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

It was one of the best experiences of my life.  I was able to see so much of Europe in a short amount of time.  I was also able to have an experience that I don't think I would have been able to have otherwise.  I was able to interact with CEO of large corporations, and ask them questions that I would not have been able to do without participating in this study abroad program.

Europe Business Study Abroad Participant

Asia Business Study Abroad - 5/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

The visit to Beijing, to JW Marriott, is probably my absolute favorite business visit. I like the feeling of being overwhelmed with knowledge about things in which I am interested. Before the trip, I have always thought that the hotel industry might be what I would choose to go into after I graduate. The visit certainly helped me decide that this industry is the right one for me.

Asia Business Study Abroad Participant

Asia Business Study Abroad - 5/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

I could see with my own eyes the five Asian places that seem so similar, yet they were so different. I had finally found what I had been looking for, an opportunity to learn and apply the skills and knowledge applicable to my minor: business management. I have seen and learned things that a classroom could never offer.

Asia Business Study Abroad Participant

Asia Business Study Abroad - 5/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

I had the most amazing time. I loved all of the people that went on the program. I highly respect the program directors and feel that they did a great job in not only teaching us but also building relationships with us and caring for us. They worked so hard to put together a great program and even when plans didn't go as smooth as desired they were always optimistic and worked things out smoothly. The business visits were great, the cultural visits awesome, and just overall one of the best things I have ever done!

Asia Business Study Abroad Participant

London Accounting Study Abroad - 5/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

I've had international experience before in various settings, but this was my first time in a business setting.  It helped me to understand more that working abroad takes a strong family.  This experience helped me understand what principle and practices I need to implement in a family home in order to be able to take my future family abroad.

London Accounting Study Abroad Participant

London Accounting Study Abroad - 5/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

The biggest effect the program had on me personally was to reinforce just how important IFRS and international accounting is overseas, as well as how excited they are for its continued expansion in international accounting.

London Accounting Study Abroad Participant

London Accounting Study Abroad - 5/2/2011 - Brigham Young University

My study abroad experience will help me in my future because I think I will be more willing to see others' perspectives, since I had the chance to meet and interact with many people who may do things in a different way, but still want the same results that I want.

London Accounting Study Abroad Participant

Beginners' Portuguese Workshop - 4/1/2011 - University of Pittsburgh

What did you enjoy most about this workshop?

The instructor "was very energetic and helpful...the focus on pronunciation was nice."

"The workshop was hands-on, and hearing Brazilian speakers' pronunciation."

"I loved how we were able to interact with other speakers."

Workshop Participants

“Media, Journalism and Business in a Global World\" Study Abroad Program to Istanbul, Turkey - 5/16/2011 - Georgia State University

“Media, Journalism and Business in a Global World Study Abroad Program to Istanbul, Turkey has been a once in a lifetime experience that has made me realize the significance of strengthening my global skills to ultimately make myself more competitive in the globalized economy. Getting to visit Coca Cola Eurasia and Africa, Turkcell, and other organizations as well as being able to interview Executives at leading companies in telecommunications are only a few examples of having first-hand witnessed the strong relationship between journalism and business. This trip has significantly helped me improve my communication and networking skills, reinforce my career goals, open up my worldview to an unlimited realm of possibilities, and has given me a deep appreciation for the Turkish culture. I would recommend this amazing program to any person who is interested in understanding the role that journalism plays in international business and economy as well as the experience of a truly beautiful country.”

--Lauren Towers, BBA Journalism with a concentration in Telecommunications.

Lauren Towers - Student - J. Mack Robinson College of Business

9th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - 6/5/2011 - Michigan State University

I took a lot of notes. I have material from every speaker that I can use in my classes.

This Institute has given me not only specific knowledge and info on international business but also the enthusiasm to bring it to life in our college.

Overall, the institute provided a wealth of information that can be put to practical use

The diversity of the participants made for great conversations and networking.

Thank you all for a wonderful, exciting experience!

I will strongly recommend that my colleagues attend.

IBI Program Participants

9th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - 6/5/2011 - Michigan State University

I just wanted to take a second to thank you for the wonderful opportunity that you provided last week. It certainly was a packed few days…and I felt very privileged to be a part of the entire process. In addition to making a host of new friends, I was more than happy with the amount of useful and applicable knowledge that I obtained through the many presentations and discussions. I am always humbled when I walk away from good events with the realization that there are so many dedicated and knowledgeable people who are doing the right things for the right reasons.

Myke McMullen - Community College Professor

Sub-Saharan Africa Business Environment Report (SABER) - University of Florida

This draft report, written by UF-CIBER–affiliated faculty Dr. Anita Spring and Dr. Robert Rolfe of the University of South Carolina, provides a comprehensive examination of Sub-Saharan Africa business conditions. It tracks social, political, and economic trends both for the entire region and its largest markets individually.

SABER considers the 20 largest GDP countries in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and organizes them into four regions, West, Central, East and the Horn, and Southern Africa. First, regional summaries highlight the major trends. Then illustrative country reports review for the year's events and data under six categories: political stability, growth and trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), infrastructure and telecommunications, ease of doing business, and health aspects. Finally, tables of indicators and other data document economic, political and social aspects relating to business conditions.

To read the full report, visit: http://warrington.ufl.edu/ciber/publications/saber.asp

Dr. Anita Spring - Professor, Anthropology Department

Grant Writing Workshop - 5/6/2011 - Georgia State University

"Thank you for doing this workshop because I learned so much about grant writing! Not only did I learn what to do, but I also learned what not to do (which is equally as important). Grant funding is something I plan to apply for in the near future. Having my personal notes and the CD you provided will help me tremendously to achieve this goal."

- Mrs. Teloca J. Sistrunk, instructor in the Division of Business Administration & Economics, Morehouse College

"I value the insight shared on how to develop the basic structure of a grant proposal using components from the RFP. I also appreciated the capacity/capability upfront screening tool to help in determining which grants an institution should pursue. This workshop will also help us improve the quality and clarity of the grants we submit, which will enable CAU to advance its international program and achieve its globalization objectives."

- Bruce Strickland, School of Business Administration, Clark Atlanta University

Mrs. Teloca J. Sistrunk - Instructor in the Division of Business Administration & Economics- Morehouse College

Southeast U.S. Consortium Pedagogy Workshop - 03/18/2011 - Georgia State University

Finding International Business (IB) resources and then successfully implementing them into my current IB curricula has proven to be difficult in the past. The pedagogical workshop provided me with a platform to easily access valuable links (GlobalEdge), videos, and materials that will add value to my IB curricula. The workshop also supplied professors, like myself, with the arena to learn successful proven implementation techniques from fellow IB professors’ past experiences. I would like to thank GSU-CIBER and the consortium for providing us [IB professors] with valuable resources and techniques that will improve our IB curricula and sequentially improve our students learning experience

Dr. Dee Sams - Associate Professor of Marketing and WebMBA, Georgia College

Pacific Cities Sustainability Initiative - University of Southern California

On behalf of the Asia Society Northern California, I would like to thank USC CIBER for its generous support of the Pacific Cities Sustainability Initiative this year.  The initiative continues to grow in 2010-2011, with an emphasis on urban transportation in California and Asia.  Your contribution helps us to continue to bring prominent individuals from business, government, law, media and academia together to discuss the urgent questions of how expanding cities can influence the global response to climate change.  We have continued to expand PCSI's sphere of influence and profile in the U.S. and abroad, and with your support have launched a successful and ongoing student research competition, and are preparing for PCSI's dual fall conferences on sustainable urban transportation.

N. Bruce Pickering - Executive Director

The Next Generation Conference: Innovating the Global Supply Chain - University of North Carolina

Thanks for all the efforts to put together a very interesting and novel conference...Your line up of speakers w(as) phenomenal and the topics selected truly thought provoking.

Suresh Krishna - Vice President Global Operations & Integration, Polaris Industries.

Study Abroad Scholarships - Michigan State University

I am honored to be a recipient of the Eli Broad College of Business Study Abroad Scholarship. Your generous support is helping me to fulfill a dream of learning different cultures through study abroad. I believe I will gain a lot of valuable knowledge and experiences through my study abroad trip to France and Spain. My future plans include becoming an international marketing expert. ... Thanks to generous organizations such as yours, this goal is now within my reach.

Mengdi Wang - Undergraduate Student

USC Marshall School School - CIBER - University of Southern California

The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce announced that Richard Drobnick, director of the Center for International Business Education and Research at USC’s Marshall School of Business and managing director of the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) World Initiative, will receive the 2011 prestigious Stanley T. Olafson international trade award. "Dr. Drobnick has been a global trade champion expanding global trade awareness in our region and across the Pacific Rim,” said L.A. Area Chamber Senior Vice President of Global Initiatives Carlos J. Valderrama. “His efforts have helped shape foreign and domestic policy and aided governments in their understanding of international trade."  Dr. Drobnick is the founding director of the Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) at the Marshall School of Business, which has been supported by the U.S. Department of Education since 1990, as one of its 33 national resource centers on international business.

Richard Drobnick - Director

Asia/Pacific Business Outlook (APBO) 2011 - University of Southern California

The APBO conference is one of the most informative and organized conference I have attended. The conference offers a fantastic combination of current views on Asia-Pacific business opportunities and challenges from business owners, government officials and academicians.  I would like to thank the Center for International Business Education and Research at USC Marshall School of Business to provide me such a great learning and networking opportunity.  The impact of the conference on me surpasses any other conference and goes much beyond the two days. The various resources provided at APBO website, USC US-China Institute etc. will also supply fresh ideas to both my teaching and research in the long run.

Tianjiao Qiu - Assistant Professor of Marketing, Cal State Univ - Long Beach

Global Entrepreneurship Week at St. Thomas University - University of Florida

UF-CIBER sponsors EFIBI (Enhancing Florida’s International Business Infrastructure), a competitive, multidisciplinary small-grants program that helps expand funding opportunities for IB education and training innovation in Florida. Opportunities for IB programs vary considerably across the state's 11 public universities, 28 community colleges, and 61 private colleges; larger or endowed institutions may provide more support for IB, so EFIBI funding from UF-CIBER can provide the necessary support for faculty initiatives at smaller schools.

With funding and support from a UF-CIBER EFIBI grant, St. Thomas University School of Business in Miami, Florida, celebrated Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW). From Nov. 15 – 18, 2010, students, faculty, and members of the business community participated in a series of exciting events. The week began with an opening ceremony featuring special Alumnus guest speaker Mrs. Guerdy Abraira, CEO/Owner of Ocean Flowers and Divine Design by Guerdy. Day two featured a panel discussion titled “Developing your Business in the Global Economy: Advice for Entrepreneurs.” Expert panelists included Joseph Roisman, Executive Vice President, Perry Ellis; Edward Holden, Manager, Personal & Commercial Banking, Mercantile Commerce Bank; Manny Mencia, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Florida; and Jorge Rico: Managing Director, MBF Partners. On the third day, eight students participated in a business plan competition, in which students presented their business ideas to experienced judges. The winners received startup funds for their firms from UF-CIBER. The week ended with an Entrepreneur Award Reception, which honored successful South Florida Entrepreneurs.

IBIP China 2010 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

I feel that I have gained a better understanding of the world and differences between cultures.  In today’s increasingly modern and connected world, it is becoming more important to learn about our international neighbors and their cultures.  The International Business Immersion Program allows every student to do just this from a business perspective.  My participation in the program has been one of my favorite parts of college and something that I will remember for the rest of my life. 

Zach Beever - College of ACES

FDIB: Southeast Asia 2011 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Overall, I believe that the program was informative, and culturally and educationally enriching. The trip not only motivated me to focus and pay more attention to the international aspects of my class lectures, but it also confirmed my belief that the world is becoming a united market place.

Rasoul Rezvanian - Professor of Finance, Northeastern Illinois University

Matthew Axelrod, Lauder Class of 2011, is the author of a most informative post on Foreign Policy, a leading foreign-affairs magazine, regarding the turmoil in Egypt. - University of Pennsylvania

Matthew has also appeared on the BBC to report on this issue. Matthew Axelrod served as the North Africa and Egypt Director in the Office of the Secretary of Defense from 2005-2007. He held a Fulbright Research Fellowship in Egypt from 2007-2008, researching the U.S.-Egypt strategic relationship. The Lauder Institute congratulates Matthew on his continued success.

The Lauder Institute

Study Abroad Scholarships - Michigan State University

Thank you so much for your generous donation towards study abroad scholarships. I am on the plane right now anxiously awaiting my arrival. This is a dream come true and I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your help in making it possible.

Brittany Diamantoni - Undergraduate Student

London School of Economics Alternative Investments Conference - San Diego State University

I would like to thank SDSU CIBER for their contribution in making my attendance a success at the London School of Economics Alternative Investments Conference. The conference was a spectacular event of speakers, workshops, networking, and material. It provided a great forum for students to ask questions from experts deep in the alternative investments industry. I was fortunate to meet many of the speakers as well as the other delegates. It was a fantastic experience that laid the groundwork for my future. I would highly recommend this event for future SDSU students interested in finance. It is competitive; but, SDSU should have a permanent presence in this conference. I am willing to support the finance department if they wish to pursue this opportunity for 2012. Also, since delegates were selected for the conference, the speakers were at easy and very open for networking/career development.

Overall, it was well worth it. I actually just got off a conference call with an executive in San Francisco that I was referred to from the conference.

Again, I would like to thank you all for your help and look forward to representing SDSU in my career.
 

Arash Sani - SDSU M.B.A. Student

Distinguished Speaker Series: "Why do Nations Fail? Historical Origins of Poverty" 01/17/2011 - Georgia State University

“Professor Daron Acemoglu had a fascinating presentation. He went brilliantly in-depth with the historic origins and the impact of institutions on the development of societies. I believe that his synopsis is correct and directly correlates with present day economic dilemmas, if a society hopes to be economically prosperous than properly structured, institutions would have to be in order. His presentation on the historical origins of poverty was very insightful and extremely tantalizing.”

Robert Hughes - Community Youth Organizer and Leader

Global Management Certificate Graduate - Brigham Young University

The Global Management Certificate expanded my education in a way that nothing else could have. The classes I took to complete the Certificate were some of my favorite during my undergraduate coursework.

Spencer Kelly - Finance, Major December '10

International Business Education Class in Spanish 12/13/10 - Georgia State University

“In order to successfully conduct international business, you need to understand the culture of the target country where members live and consume. Most successful international business entrepreneurs agree on the fact that learning a foreign language is a key competitive advantage in doing business abroad. Many experts agree that Latin America is becoming the next business opportunity for U.S companies, and the main languages spoken in this region are: Spanish and Portuguese. Therefore, it is important to give our students the opportunity of learning the theory and practice of international business in these two languages, so that they can be successful dealing and doing business in these markets. To respond to this need, Professor Pedro Carrillo developed in 2005 a Spanish section of BUSA 3000 (Introductory IB course), in which the core course of international business is fully delivered in Spanish and we will offer one taught in Portuguese shortly. These courses benefit the students by improving cognitive skills, as several studies indicate that students who are competent in more than one language outscore those who are speakers of only one language on test of verbal and nonverbal intelligence. They also benefit the students by increasing their employment opportunities, because a combination of learning a foreign language, the theory and practice of International Business at the same time gives our students a significant advantage in the current job market.”

Professor Fernando Doria - Institute of International Business

International Business Certificate 12/14/2010 - Georgia State University

“In my opinion, the average American student does not have a strong understanding on how the global economy works. Obtaining this certificate assisted me in stepping outside of the typically business school curriculum and exploring the business markets and environments of countries abroad. On my required study abroad to Italy, I had the chance to intimately analyze its labor mobility dilemma associated with the younger Italians who are moving from the South to the North in order to avoid agriculture related type of work and have the chance to work in the industry. Most American students do not know about that issue, and I was fortunate to have the opportunity to study it within the country. I was also able to refer back to what I analyzed on my study abroad in Italy and apply it to the detailed global economic discussions in my International Business (IB) classes back at Georgia State University. The required IB courses prepared me to have a global mindset when it comes to Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Investment, opening many possibilities for acquiring a financial analysis position internationally. The foreign language classes and the diverse cultural attributes acquired from the IB courses and study abroad program will increase my chances of entering the job market. I have prepared myself to be more than a domestic business professional since I can take the skills learned from acquiring this certificate and be successful anywhere in the world.”

Nastassja Ivanowski - Senior, Fall 2010 International Business Certificate Recipient

France and Belgium Study Abroad Program 12/13/10 - Georgia State University

Since its initial trip in 2001, the European Union Study Abroad has provided students with the opportunity to examine the business climate in the EU with field experience in France and Belgium. Students gain an insight into financial and managerial issues in France within the greater EU context. The in-country experience allows students to observe and examine firsthand how companies work within the EU structure. “This program has been successful for ten years because it offers the students the opportunity to gain an understanding of the EU business environment at an intimate level. The students end up having a better understanding than the EU citizens in terms of how companies operate in such markets. They understand how companies function with the encompassing bureaucratic structure of the EU and also adapt to the segmented local markets of the member states.” “The students are shocked by discovering that two neighboring countries with similar demographics can be so diverse in terms of their business processes and marketing strategies. They are also surprised to observe how similar the business climate in the EU is to the U.S., where decisions made in the EU can affect the market in each member state and vice a versa.”

Pierre-Yves Lagroue - Ph.D., Sorbonne University

International Trade Workshop 12/06/2010 - Georgia State University

Leading members of Georgia's international business community shared their expertise about how to enter the global export market at a workshop presented by Georgia State University (GSU) and the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. The workshop, which was designed for leaders of small- and medium-sized businesses as well as international trade professionals, provided attendees with a basic understanding of the role of exporting in a global economy and the steps involved in the exporting process. The program focused on how to identify high-potential and emerging markets, devise market entry strategies, establish effective steps for success and provide access to international service providers. Local small-medium sized enterprises gained the knowledge on how to properly assess timing and procedure to expand their businesses with international trade. Out of the seventy-five attendees, the consensus thought was the workshop helped prepare their businesses to increase their competitiveness in the global market.

Robinson College Department of Communications and Marketing

J. Mack Robinson College of Business Programs Win Governor’s International Award 12/06/2010 - Georgia State University

Georgia State University's J. Mack Robinson College of Business won the 2010 Governor's International Award in the International Education Program category. The award was presented as part of the second annual Atlanta World Showcase and Governor's International Awards event held at the Georgia International Convention Center, sponsored by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and the World Trade Center of Atlanta.
The commendation, signed by Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue, praised the college's CIBER for its "innovative and global approach to educating students" and the World Affairs Council of Atlanta for "developing international education programs…and using those programs to promote Georgia and drive economic development."
 

Gary McKillips - J. Mack Robinson College of Business

Global and Business Practices (BUSA) 3000 Honors Class 12/03/2010 - Georgia State University

“The Honors BUSA 3000 class, taught by Dr. Martha White, was really intriguing to me because it went in-depth with topics that coincide with my career aspirations, which is helping domestic companies operate in the global market. We had tantalizing lessons on the risks associated with Foreign Direct Investment, the general steps a company needs to take to succeed in the global market, and what assets a country should possess in order to attract foreign investments. I left the class with the ability to prepare a country analysis that helps determine whether there are viable investment options for a sustained growth. All the lessons taught in the class will surely be a great benefit for any student that would like to succeed in the job market.

Nabilah Islam - Junior, Business Management (Honors)

Study Abroad Trip to Czech Republic and Hungary 12/03/10 - Georgia State University

“Europe for business is definitely a different experience than Europe for leisure, friends, or even volunteering. Our fearless leader, Dr. Wade Danis, had a favorite saying – “Four weeks. Six credits.” He made sure that we earned every last one of those credits, but it was worth it! I knew the class was right up my alley with the focus on emerging economies, and I’ve got a notebook filled with valuable facts that will help me choose among internship and career options over the next six months.”

Sharon Jordan - Master of International Business

International Business Alliance (IBA) Mentorship Program 12/03/10 - Georgia State University

“Through the International Business Alliance’s (IBA) Mentorship program, I was connected with Jim Munson, CEO of Munson International here in Atlanta. He has introduced me to a wide range of business professionals, companies, and students from around the world. I was also brought on as a marketing intern at his company, where I made additional connections with his Chief Marketing and Chief Investment Officers. My time as a mentored student allowed me to acquire new useful skills and knowledge needed as a future international business professional. “

Rorey Jones - Master of International Business

Global Partners MBA Program 12/01/2010 - Georgia State University

The Global Partners MBA Program at the J. Mack Robinson College of Business has established an infrastructure that assists its students with finding what they want to pursue career-wise and then helping them develop the professional and personal skills to achieve it. The program which is a partnership between prestigious universities in the U.S.A., France, and Brazil, allows its students to experience studying at each university and subsequently learn the international professional and personal attributes needed to excel in a quickly globalizing world. This program assists the students in realizing what they want to achieve in life and help them find ways to get there. It also gives them an opportunity to develop tolerance, an open-mind, and adaptability toward the worlds’ different cultures.

Pierre-Yves Lagroue - French Partner, Sorbonne University, France

High School Case Teaching Project - University of Southern California

Building on the continued growth of high school case teaching through the Teaching International Relations Program (TIRP), two completely new programs were launched: the Four Worlds of History and the Teaching Ethics Program. Support from CIBER has been an increasingly strategic source of leverage to strengthen and expand the Center for Active Learning in International Studies' (CALIS) development of new case teaching strategies, classroom materials, and outreach programs. Through the appeal of case teaching rigor and relevance, the Center has been able to attract collaboration to explore new applications in different disciplines and across a widening variety of topics. With these added dimensions, USC students’ team-teaching is constantly stronger while feedback from partner teachers and their students is consistently positive.

Teresa Hudock - Director, Center for Active Learning in International Studies

Cross-cultural communications workshop - University of North Carolina

I've done a workshop on communication [previously] with regards to the different types of communication...besides, I've already got a lot of international experience. After the first [of these workshops] I started to think about what we heard and found out that I've learned a lot more than expected. I really feel I've received many interesting ideas and approaches for my future cross-cultural life.

Anon. - student in TransAtlantic Masters program

Alexandria University Exchange Program 11/30/2010 - Georgia State University

GSU has an agreement that is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development to access and assist Alexandria University in Cairo and Alexandria, Egypt in putting together a solid Executive MBA program for their students. This program requires the GSU faculty to make trips to Alexandria University and teach graduate classes, sit down with their faculty and examine their syllabi, and also conduct educational seminars and workshops. The faculty at Alexandria University benefits greatly from all the knowledge and support from the GSU faculty, which consist of access to all of the university’s syllabi, materials, technology, and educational processes and procedures, so that they can utilize it to improve their programs back in Egypt.

Professor Pedro E. Carillo - Institute of International Business

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE provides in depth information and data for research and teaching International Business courses. The portal is must for students, faculty and practitioners. Diagnostic modules are learning tools for all users. globalEDGE has rightly become a premier resource for International Business information.

Bindu Vyas - Associate Professor International Business/Management

2010 CIBER Case Study Competition 11/28/2010 - Georgia State University

"‪Definitely, Dr. Bello and Professor Ruff helped. One big thing however was the Managerial Sciences 3400 Honors section, where we did a lot of Harvard Business School cases. My study abroad with Associate Professor of Finance, Milind Shrikhande, also had a lot of HBS cases and, saving the best for last, my BUSA 3000 and 4980 Honors classes were terrific. Who would have thought that the cases I did in those classes would one day help me in becoming a CIBER Case winner."

Olufunke "Lateefah" Taiwo - Senior, Georgia State University, CIBER Case Study Award Winner

U.S. and Latin America Trade Initiative - Georgia State University

The USLAT was developed by Professors David C. Bruce, Pedro E. Carillo, and E. Fernando Doria, to assist Latin American small-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in creating a detailed entrance strategy and assisting them in  positioning themselves to be successful in the U.S. market. This program was also expanded to assist North American SMEs that would like to operate successfully in Latin America.

USLAT benefits both international businesses and the GSU faculty. Companies gain a huge benefit from having a well constructed strategy for entering a very competitive and difficult market, which is based on the vast amounts of expertise and knowledge of the GSU faculty. Professors benefit from seeing the theory taught in the classroom being applied to a real life project, and successful projects can be developed into case studies to be used in classrooms nationwide.

Professor Pedro E. Carrillo - Institute of International Business, Co-Founder of USLAT

Southeast U.S. Higher Education Consortium for International Business - Georgia State University

Congratulations on a well planned, well executed inaugural CIBER consortium meeting. The energy and enthusiasm in the room was igniting! The GSU-CIBER team has assembled an excellent group of diverse schools and programs with whom to collaborate. The Southeast Consortium will provide an excellent vehicle for the School of Business at Clark Atlanta University to achieve our mission of preparing graduates to succeed in a complex, dynamic, global environment. We look forward to myriad collaborative initiatives with GSU and other consortium colleagues.

Lydia M. Floyd - Dean, School of Business Administration, Clark Atlanta University

Study Abroad Scholarships - Michigan State University

I have dreamed of studying abroad ever since I was young and now that I have been named as one of the recipients in the Michigan State University International Business Center Scholarship program, my dream is becoming a reality.

Morgan Feenie - Undergraduate Student

Developing Turkish Language Skills at GSU - Georgia State University

“We had a very small class of 5 students in 2008. Since then, I have been able to attract students' interest in the Turkish language and culture in different ways. I worked on recruiting new students by attending the incoming freshmen orientations, gave guest lectures on Turkish in various perspectives classes and worked closely with the advising office to inform them about the Turkish offerings at GSU. I also try to reach current students through regular Turkish coffee hours and film screenings. These are not only for students of my Turkish class but for all students who are interested in Turkish culture and language. In my first class yesterday, some students told me that they wanted to take Turkish because they became fascinated with the Turkish culture during one of these Turkish coffee hours and they wanted to actively practice the language by taking the class. Due to these efforts and with help I have been able to boost numbers by over 400%, as I started this semester with 21 students in my beginner course. To keep my course interesting I have also found ways for the student to use the material that they have learned in class in more of a real life situation. I ask native Turkish speakers meet with a student through our Turkish Conversation Partners Program. The student is given the opportunity to practice their Turkish while also helping their partner learn more English. This also gives the students a connection and contact in Turkey itself. So, in the 3 year time span we have been able to develop not only the only Turkish program in the state of Georgia, but also the largest program in the nation with still room to grow"

Nur Yigitoglu - Instructor of Turkish, Applied Languistic Department

Business Language Programs - Michigan State University

MSU-CIBER has been incredibly supportive as our foreign language program continues to diversify its offerings with courses like French for Business. A grant from CIBER allowed me to get training on how to develop and deliver such courses from professors who literally wrote the book(s) on professional track courses. The 2012 International Language Institute (currently in development) will allow me to give back to CIBER by sharing what I have learned with other community college instructors from around the country.

Keith T. Phillips - Professor of French and Spanish, Lansing Community College

International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

The International Center is doing path breaking work with its annual summer institutes for community college business faculty. By helping community college students nationwide learn how to do business globally, the Center is contributing to President Obama's National Export Initiative by helping create critically needed jobs in the short-term and rebalancing the national economy in longer-term.

Doug Barry - International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce

CIBER Case Study Workshop - Columbia University

From a professional perspective, I thought the case study was excellent. The workshop was valuable for me as a way to enhance my own learning.

Case Workshop participant

CIBER Connects Wisconsin Businesses with Export Resources - University of Wisconsin

In January 2010, the Obama administration announced the National Export Initiative (NEI), an effort to double U.S. exports and create two million new jobs over the next five years. The UW-Madison CIBER has long worked to connect Wisconsin businesses with available public resources, and this spring facilitated a number of events in Madison and elsewhere in the state to bring local business professionals together with representatives of federal and state agencies that provide export assistance. The NEI marks the first time there has been a government-wide initiative aimed at exporting, said U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin, whose office joined with CIBER and the Wisconsin School of Business to host "Federal Resources for Increasing Profits through Export" on February 16 in Grainger Hall. The event featured speakers from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank), the Small Business Administration (SBA), and the U.S. Department of Commerce. CIBER also partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Commerce in May to organize a roundtable discussion among Ambassador Ron Kirk, the United States Trade Representative; officials from the Wisconsin Department of Commerce and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection; and representatives of 16 Wisconsin companies to discuss President Obama's trade agenda, enforcement efforts and free trade agreements.

Fourth CIBER MBA International Business Case Competition - University of Wisconsin

The CIBER MBA International Business Case Competition, hosted by the UW-Madison CIBER for the fourth time on April 8 and 9, featured a twist this year: a live case. MBA student teams from nine top-ranked U.S. and international business schools spent 24 hours developing a strategy for Flat World Knowledge (FWK), an online college textbook company, to enter India. FWK Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Shelstad served as a judge for the championship round. "MBA students at the University of Wisconsin and other CIBER schools routinely study global issues as part of their curriculum. They participate in study abroad programs to observe business in action in other parts of the world. But, seldom do U.S. business students have the opportunity to work on a real-world global business case," said Randall Dunham, faculty director of the Wisconsin CIBER. Teams of students represented Bocconi University, Italy; Chulalongkorn University, Thailand; Copenhagen Business School, Denmark; Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico; The Ohio State University; University of Connecticut; University of Maryland-College Park; University of Washington and UW-Madison. Judges evaluated the teams on the content and effectiveness of their presentations. The top team from each room advanced to the afternoon championship round. The Copenhagen Business School won first place, UW-Madison took second, and third place went to The Ohio State University. Foley & Lardner provided corporate sponsorship for the competition. The five participating U.S. schools, each home to a CIBER, co-sponsored the competition. The CIBER MBA International Business Case Competition is organized by the Wisconsin CIBER and the International Programs Office in the Wisconsin School of Business. Wisconsin MBA student volunteers from the Graduate International Business Association (GIBA) also helped to plan, coordinate, and host the competition.

Technical College Instructor Attends AIBI - University of Wisconsin

Angela Hansen, a business instructor at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) in Green Bay, received support from the UW-Madison CIBER to participate in the 2nd Biennial Advanced International Business Institute (AIBI) for Community College Faculty at Michigan State University in June. The AIBI, co-sponsored by the Wisconsin CIBER, is designed for community college faculty with previous experience teaching international business. The biennial conference alternates with the International Business Institute (IBI), aimed at business faculty interested in learning how to begin incorporating international content into their courses. Hansen, who attended the IBI conference in 2007, found most valuable the opportunity the advanced conference provided to share best practices with her fellow participants. She teaches supply chain management, logistics and global business as part of NWTC's global business certificate and supply chain management degree programs and is helping to develop an associate degree in international business at the college. During the conference, she provided information about NWTC's global business certificates and the school's supply chain management and logistics degree to fellow participants, and spoke with other faculty who teach in international business degree programs. "I am excited to use what I learned as we work toward developing a curriculum for our new associate degree program," she said. Hansen sees an increasing demand for international business content at NWTC, and is developing a new global cultures course to be offered this fall. "Students are surprised to discover how many different cultural aspects there are from one country to another country," she said. "President Obama plans to double exports within five years, and we need to prepare our students for that change in their careers."

International Business Immersion Program - College of ACES, China - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The International Business Immersion Program in China was an adventure that will shape me for the rest of my life. In the two short weeks we were in China, I was able to learn what no textbook or instructional manual could have taught me. I gained real world experience and training that many of my classmates would relish the opportunity to have. This class was the best method I've experienced to cultivate learning that has in-classroom case studies and a study tour to put all the in class learning into perspective.

Rahul Patel - Junior, College of ACES

MSI Faculty Awards for APBO - University of Southern California

The most unique aspect of the USC's initiative was the recognition of inclusion. Truly, the statement that "all animals are equal but some are more equal" was evident in its decision to not just invite but provide financial support for some HBCUs that otherwise would not have had the financial resources to undertake such participation. Although I had been involved in international activities, I had not been exposed to the type that USC organized. In this age of globalization, no education should be complete without an international component. Many students come from rural areas and had not had much to do with people from other countries. As such, there is a depth of naivety, mistrust, and apathy towards foreigners. Such a situation can be improved by what USC did. The classroom therefore becomes the appropriate theatre for an early intervention, transforming students by stripping them of their a proiri beliefs. Since attending that conference, I have developed a heightened urgency in this transformation exercise. We deal with many students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds many of whom had not traveled outside of the city or state. Discussing that conference in class upon my return first exposed them to the need for global cooperation. I put on reserve the materials that I had brought with me for them to reference during a class presentation on global financial market. In addition, I sent out a memorandum to all faculty in the School of Business to include elements of globalization in all their classes. I want to thank the USC CIBER officials for granting me the financial support to attend.

Uchenna Elike - Professor, Alabama A&M University

Global Partners MBA - Georgia State University

Increasingly, my thoughts have been turning to where the world is heading. The Global Partners MBA has helped me clarify how business needs to make a difference in the world. I aspire to apply what I have learned to positively contribute to a new economic paradigm.

Jieying Zheng - Global Partners MBA, 2009

2010 European Business Study Abroad - Brigham Young University

I have a greater desire now to become a part of a worldwide community. It is no longer just about me and the town I live in. The world is full of great people who are doing great things and we need to get together with more of those people. We should not just limit ourselves to the resources that are close to us.

Adriane Hansen - 2010 EBSA student

2010 European Business Study Abroad - Brigham Young University

European business is different than the way business is done in the US and its important to remember that the US way is not the only way to do business. Its important to adapt the environment you are in and try to learn and grow.

McCall Adams - 2010 EBSA student

Global Management Certificate - Brigham Young University

Having the certificate sets you one step above those who just have a degree. The Global Management Certificate truly prepared me for the challenges you face in an international environment. Particularly as an intelligence officer, understanding where people come from has been critical.

Wade Eyerly - 2007 Certificate graduate

CIBER Short-Term Study Abroad Conference - Michigan State University

I also wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed the conference. It was well organized, and full of information that I am already putting into use. Thank you!

Esther Swilley - Assistant Professor, Kansas State University

CIBER Short-Term Study Abroad Conference - Michigan State University

I just wanted to thank you for the CIBER STSA Conference this year. I really enjoyed it and most importantly learned so much about CIBER and other areas of Short Term Study Abroad within an Academic framework.

Joey Klockare - University Relationship Manager, EF College Study Tours

CIBER Short-Term Study Abroad Conference - Michigan State University

Just a short note to say "Bravo" re the recent STSA Conference in KC. I thought it was a very strong program with many excellent presentations. I appreciated the opportunity to attend, and look forward to future programs.

George Hiller - Director of International and Internship Programs, Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center

Asia/Pacific Business Outlook 2010 - University of Southern California

I am writing to thank you for your efforts in organizing the Asia-Pacific Business Outlook conference in Los Angeles. I thought that the conference was extremely successful, in large part because of the generosity of USC and your support of our Senior Commercial Officers in Asia. Our partnership with the University of Southern California, and its Center for International Business Education and Research, is exactly the type of collaboration that will facilitate the mandate of the National Export Initiative to double U.S. exports over the next five years and create millions of American jobs.

Suresh Kumar - Assistant Secretary for Trade Promotion and Director General of the U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service

APEX Global Competition 2010 - Brigham Young University

BYU information systems students took first place among 24 universities at a worldwide competition in Singapore. The competition lasted five days and featured 24 universities from 14 countries. BYU's team won three of the major rounds in the competition, and the overall championship. The BYU team won the Coaches' Choice Award and student Britton Kowalk won the Best Presenter award. The experience would not have been possible for the students without the support of the BYU CIBER.

Sherstin Creamer - Program Coordinator

2010 Global Management Certificate - Brigham Young University

The Global Management Certificate enabled me to receive recognition in an area about which I already feel very passionate. I am so glad that the Marriott school offers such incredible opportunities to learn more about the international business world. In our day, such knowledge regarding our world is vital to the success of any individual in any field. I would feel significantly less satisfied with my education without the opportunities available through the Global Management Center.

Zachary Clark - MBA graduate

Asia/Pacific Business Outlook Conference - University of Southern California

On behalf of the Asia Pacific Team, I would like to thank CIBER and the USC Marshall School of Business for hosting the Asia Pacific Business Outlook 2010 and for supporting the participation of twenty-two A/P team members and other CS Trade Specialist volunteers. I"d also like to express appreciation for the great working relationship we have that, I believe, makes APBO a great model for successful collaboration. As you know, this was the first year I attended APBO. It was an impressive event and I heard nothing but positive comments from the companies that attended. Certainly, it is a major focus--and a highlight-- for the A/P Team, and we look forward to working with you next year to build on this year"s success. Thanks so much for being such a great partner to us.

Catherine Spillman - Asia/Pacific Team Leader, U.S. Export Assistance Center, Santa Fe, NM

Dr. Mauro Guillen, Director of Penn Lauder CIBER and the Joseph H. Lauder Receives Award for Curriculum Development. - University of Pennsylvania

Dr. Mauro Guillen, Director of Penn Lauder CIBER, and the Joseph H. Lauder Institute of Management & International Studies has been selected as a recipient of the first annual "Teaching Commitment and Curricular Innovation" award for the Wharton MBA Program for his creation, design and implementation of the course on the financial crisis. These awards were instituted this year to recognize extraordinary examples of curriculum development, curriculum design, innovation in the classroom and other important elements of teaching.

Mauro Guillen - Director, Penn Lauder CIBER and Joseph H. Lauder Institute for Management & International Studies

2009 Business Language Case Competition - Brigham Young University

I had the privilege of serving as a judge for the Business Language Case Competition. It was a pleasure to see the level of business and language expertise at such a level even among undergraduates.

Karl Pister - President, LCSW

Eccles Scholar Recipient - Brigham Young University

It broadened my understanding of the world and opened my eyes to the challenges organizations face outside the US. It also opened my eyes to opportunities available in the non-profit sector.

Michelle Lani Blood - 2009 MBA Eccles Scholar

Global Management Certificate - Brigham Young University

This experience gave me an opportunity to see principles learned in class applied to real business decision making. The experience helped me understand what I would like and would not like to do as I step forward in the business world. It also helped me fine tune my career goals by helping understand the pros and cons of working in an international business setting.

Jonathan H. Wing - BYU Business Management Undergraduate

2009 London Accounting Study Abroad - Brigham Young University

My perspective has changed on how I view the U.S. I realize that although the United States is a wonderful country full of opportunity, we do not have a monopoly on talent or culture. I met many wonderful people from various different countries and enjoyed many aspects of their cultures that is missing in the U.S.

M. Scott Lamb - BYU MAcc Graduate

2009 Brazil Student Exchange - Brigham Young University

I learned a lot more about international business, finance, and politics. Many students in the program were from different countries and we had many interesting conversations. Through interacting with them I developed a stronger curiosity and awareness for international relations.

Daniel Dickson - BYU Business Management Undergraduate

2009 Europe Business Study Abroad - Brigham Young University

I learned that even though European countries are so close together, they are all unique, in business and in culture. I think that is something that is very important to understand. If you are ignorant about this and just group them all together - your business won"t go far, and you won"t either. You need to be able to value the important cultural differences.

Elyse Harris - BYU Business Management Undergraduate

2009 Asia Business Study Abroad - Brigham Young University

It was one of the most beneficial things I've done in my life. My favorite business visit was with Inti College. I wasn"t expecting an exciting visit, but the expat challenged some of my ways of thinking. It was an open-ended discussion, which was a conducive learning environment. He had good points and made strong arguements. I have a new paradigm for thinking about education and life as an expat.

McKay Fitt - BYU Business Management Undergraduate

2009 BYU Global Marketing Study Abroad - Brigham Young University

The Global Marketing Study Abroad program was the most beneficial program for both college and for my future career. The things I learned from our business meetings were beyond what I ever expected to learn. In addition, the experience of just being with such an amazing group and directors made the program the most fun month of my life.

Sarah Mabey - BYU Undergrad Student

2009 STSA Conference - Hosted by BYU - Brigham Young University

This conference is different from other study abroad conferences because it focuses on specific issues regarding short-term programs. The beauty of the conference is you get to meet other professionals running similar programs and hear what they are doing at their universities. All you need for the conference to be a success is one new idea.

Carol Larson - Director of Management, Study Abroad Office, University of Pittsburgh

Illinois CIBER Certificate Program - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

As someone trying to attain a well-rounded education to match the demand of an ever-changing world, CIBER definitely helped me prepare in both a professional and personal sense. The faculty I studied under were very helpful in allowing me to reach my goals and the CIBER certificate program acted as the vehicle helping me achieve my goals.

Anonymous - 2010 Certificate Program graduate

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

Michigan State University's globalEDGE web site is hands down the best source of information about the countries, industries, and technologies with the most promising growth potential for U.S. companies doing business overseas.

Noel Nevshehir - Director of International Business Services, Automation Alley

Global Communications Course - University of North Carolina

I know now not to expect others to follow my culture. It is my responsibility to adapt to theirs.

Anonymous - UNC MBA Student

Global Communications Course - University of North Carolina

The number one takeaway, for me, was that before I react, first try to understand the cultural...influences that went into the other person's behavior.

Anonymous - UNC MBA student

Global Communications course - University of North Carolina

[This course] taught me to never underestimate the impact cultural differences can play in business. I am careful to not impose Western cultural habits.

Anonymous - UNC MBA student

IBIP Europe 2009 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

IBIP has opened my eyes to different opportunities in a global marketplace. I already had an idea of where I wanted to go with my career, but now I see that those career options are also available abroad.

J. Tate - student

IBIP Europe 2009 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

I have come to understand that decisions made everyday in the United States impact and are impacted by decisions made in the European Union, as well as the rest of the world. It is difficult to fathom the relationship that exists between America and the rest of the world unless one has experienced it firsthand.

J. Davis - student

IBIP Europe 2009 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Of the business classes I have taken so far, IBIP has been the most unique one that tested my courage to explore new topics. The world of agriculture had always been foreign to me, seemingly filled with food and farmers' kids. I was afraid that my lack of expertise in the industry would deter my understanding, but it actually helped me discover how much I enjoy learning.

C. Cheng - student

IBIP Europe 2009 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

In class we explored globalization, international business and agriculture, but seeing it firsthand solidified this knowledge for me. While it is one thing to read about a topic in a textbook, it is quite another to experience it; and that is exactly what the International Business Immersion Program allowed me to do.

A. Arnold - student

Teaching International Relations Program (TIRP) - University of Southern California

In 2008-09, over 250 USC students, through the Teaching International Relations Program (TIRP), worked directly with over 2500 high school students, teaching in 72 local classrooms across 24 high schools in 6 Los Angeles school districts. Martin Sung, a Junior IR major who taught sophmores at Fremont H.S., was surprised to learn "how small some of the students" worlds are...their knowledge was quite limited and mostly informed by what they see on TV. The biggest reward was that once we started teaching and organizing the activities they became very involved, curious and were full of questions." Rachel Huang, a junior in IR from Hong Kong, also commented that "just our being there as college students who had come to the US from other countries was a source of great interest to the students. I think it gave them a new insight into college life and into the role higher education plays in the interaction between different countries in the world and the US."

Martin Sung and Rachel Huang - Junior students in International Relations

Poverty and Opportunity: Microfinance + People-Powered Development - University of Washington

In partnership with Seattle Microfinance and four UW campus partners, the UW CIBER organized a successful event series on microfinance at UW on 10/15/09. The series began with a first-ever microfinance Internship Open House that featured 14 Seattle-based organizations and attracted 130 undergraduate and graduate students across disciplines. UW CIBER invited faculty from business, global health, ICT, law and public affairs to roundtable discussion Rev. Terry Provance, Executive Director of Oikocredit USA. The events culminated in a public keynote presentation by Rev. Provance to a standing-room only audience of students, faculty, and community members. UW CIBER will post Rev. Provance's keynote presentation on the GBC homepage.

Wren McNally - Assistant Director, UW CIBER

International Business Specialization Scholarships - Michigan State University

Thank you for supporting students interested in International Business at the Broad School. I was excited to hear that I had been chosen to receive the International Business Specialization scholarship this year. This scholarship will be very helpful to me in continuing my education and International Business pursuits.

William Duggan - Undergraduate Student

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

Having been in the trade realm for years I have come to appreciate globalEDGE. Thank you for maintaining such a great site.

Roberta A. Brooke - Director, MBA Program, Eastern Washington University

8th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

I will be meeting with my faculty next week as we get ready to start the fall semester. I will be showing them the resources that we talked about during the week and asking each of them to incorporate international concepts into their classes. I will be asking them to share with me what they have done and how easy it was so that we can share them across the division.

Diane Hargens - Business Division Chair, Western Iowa Tech Community College

Global Business Project - University of North Carolina

An excellent team filled with motivation and gumption. Everyone was well focused on getting the tasks at hand done and no one was above anyone else in terms of shouldering the work load. We all put our collective efforts together effectively in a manner that utilized the strong points of each team member. We set in place stretch goals that created an end project that was well above our clients expectations.

Anonymous MBA participant, 2009

Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition (GSEC) - University of Washington

Armed with their recent BBA degrees and a passion to make a difference, four alumni from the University of Washington Michael G. Foster School of Business have dedicated this summer to develop phase-two of the micro-credit organization Lumana Credit in Atorkor, Ghana. Founded by 2009 Foster alumna Samantha (Sammie) Rayner, Lumana Credit focuses on serving rural and underserved populations in Ghana through the extension of credit and business management training, assisting 30 small businesses to date in the rural village of Atorkor. After implementing the pilot micro-credit program for Lumana Credit in 2008, Sammie recruited a team of Foster colleagues and entered Lumana Credit into the Global Business Center's 5th annual Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition (GSEC) 2009. At GSEC, her team received a National Collegiate Inventors & Innovators Alliance (NCIIA) grant to attend a business start-up workshop in May 2009. Before they graduated, the Global Business Center presented a special award to three Foster students who planned to travel with Sammie to Ghana to develop phase two of Lumana Credit during summer 2009. The Lumana Credit team is now on-the-ground, conducting social impact analysis and needs assessment, creating staffing manuals and recruiting employees, and establishing accounting and technological systems for the organization. In fall 2009, the Global Business Center will invite several Lumana team members to the UW to provide an overview of their work and share stories with the community about their experiences living and working abroad.

8th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

I am in awe at MSU's commitment in promoting international business within community colleges. A lot of thought and work went into the presentations, and workshops at the IB Institute making it a great experience for us who were attending. I would definitely highly recommend the IB Institute to my colleagues.

Patrick Liem - Arbutus College

8th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

"I learned so much!" "One of the best conferences I have ever attended. The presenters were very inspiring." "Excellent! I am sure there are thousands of things that can be added, but the selection of topics was great." "Absolutely wonderful! Insightful and entertaining." "The institute provided information for developing and infusing International Business into a course and program. Wonderful opportunity to network." "The institute provided the necessary info and idea to help us move forward with an international program on our campus-Thank you!"

Excerpted from evaluations

2009 Best Paper Award from the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) - University of Pittsburgh

Congratulations to Kristine Lalley, Jo Olson, and Brant Hawk! They are the recipients of the 2009 Best Paper Award from the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) International Division for their paper "Evaluating a Short-Term, First-Year Study Abroad Program for Engineering and Business Undergraduates: The Impact on the Student Learning Experience" The authors: Kristine Lalley, Director of International Engineering Initiatives, Swanson School of Engineering Josephine E. Olson, Professor of Business Administration and Director, International Business Center Brant Hawk, CBA 2009, IBC Marketing Research and Evaluation Intern, International Business Center Abstract: "This paper presents findings from a study of engineering and business students at a large public research university, who during their first year of studies had participated in a short term study abroad program in 2005 or 2006. The intent of the study is twofold: 1) to determine if the program is meeting its goals of influencing participants to pursue additional study abroad opportunities later in their college career, inspiring students to further study foreign language and culture, and encouraging students to become involved in additional international activities; and 2) to assess learning outcomes of the participants two to three years after the time of participation in the short term education abroad program. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected in the study, and are presented in this paper. The researchers provide an analysis of both the quantitative and qualitative data, and discuss implications of the results." Funding for the evaluation study was provided by the International Business Center. The IBC is particularly happy that the evaluation of the Plus3 programs, which was conducted as part of the IBC evaluation initiatives of its programs, has resulted in this paper.

UConn FDIB India - University of Connecticut

"As a participant on UConn's faculty study tour to India, I was immersed in experiences and expert insights that gave me a new understanding of India's transition to a modern economy. From briefings at telecom and business process outsourcing companies in the vanguard of India's modernity revolution to lessons on village life-this trip provided a full spectrum of exposure to a continent in motion. As a result of my trip, I established a research partnership with faculty at Management Development Institute in Gurgaon and we developed cases and a simulation on the food supply chain used in our MBA supply chain course here at the RH Smith School of Business."

Dr. Sandor Boyson - Research Professor & Co-Director, Supply Chain Management Center

UNC CIBER - University of North Carolina

A student team participating in UNC CIBER's action learning program (STAR) won second place and more than $142,000 in the 2009 Rice University Business Plan Competition, the largest graduate-level business plan competition in the world. The team worked with NextRay Inc., a faculty-created spinoff business providing medical imaging technology that produces more detailed images than current x-rays with less than one percent of the radiation dosage. NextRay's impact will be felt globally,and UNC CIBER is pleased to have played a part.

Annual IB Research Forum - Temple University

I first attended the IB Research Forum in 2004. Since then, I have submitted manuscripts and have been invited to present every year. Each year, the conference deals with cutting-edge international business issues and participation in the forum helped me learn a wide range of theories, concepts, methods and applications related to IB and to integrate that in my research and teaching. The assigned reviewers, discussants/ moderators and other forum participants provide high quality feedback to authors. Selected papers from the forum are published in a special issue of the Journal of International Management (JIM), the SSCI indexed highly competitive IB journal. Some of my IBRF-led articles published in the JIM are already widely cited. The forum is small in size and selective, which makes networking effective and much easier. Temple CIBER works really hard to make sure that everyone involved benefits greatly from the forum.

Dr. Nir Kshetri - Professor, UNC-Greensboro

Emerging Markets Field Study - The Ohio State University

This year marks the 15th anniversary of EMFS (Emerging Market Field Studies) offered to Fisher students. In the past 15 years, Fisher students have studied emerging markets in more than 25 countries and regions. In 2009, in addition to existing political, historical and economic components, language and culture were added to the course. This year's destinations included both Ethiopia and Vietnam. Fisher faculty incorporated the knowledge of country experts and local professionals from each country into the courses. After spending 10-weeks studying the countries, two groups of students had the opportunity to travel to Addis Ababa and Hanoi to see the exciting business environment. The site visits were based on projects undertaken by teams of students. EMFS, together with other field study abroad trips offered by The Ohio State University CIBER, impact the students in a way that as one student said, "It changed my perspective of global business, of family, poverty, wealth, education and power."

Lei Chase - Program Coordinator

Global Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership - The Ohio State University

The Global Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership program involves a full summer quarter of instruction and international field experience for participating students (up to 12 credits). Up to 20 students at the graduate level and 20 at the undergraduate level (juniors and seniors only) study Global Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership and will complete advanced field projects for multinational corporations or global technology startup companies located in a foreign country. Students from partner universities in other countries are encouraged to participate by taking classes at Fisher College in the first half of the summer program and then join the field project teams with their U.S. counterparts. All students will spend four weeks in a foreign country. There are 4 one-week modules and a project management practicum conducted by leading faculty at OSU. Students will be introduced to the field projects at the beginning of the second module and assigned to their specific project teams. Field projects will form the basis of case studies and team assignments throughout the courses and teams will then work on-site at company locations in Ireland. Projects range from building a business case for a new product or service to analyzing cost structures to identify synergies to fund innovation efforts to researching the impact of IFRS. Projects will be supervised by faculty and conducted using the Fisher Professional Services model. MBA students will be able to earn a minor in Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization, undergraduates who complete the program plus 2 additional courses can earn an Interdisciplinary Minor in Entrepreneurship. This program was developed and implemented by the OSU CIBER and Fisher College's Center for Entrepreneurship and Center for Business Performance Management and is open to business students across the CIBER network. Plans are also underway to add new international locations in future years.

International Student Exchange - The Ohio State University

The Fisher College of Business, The Ohio State University implemented the Symplicity Software System, a portal designed exclusively for Study Abroad for International Student Exchange management. Through this system, we manage our institutional contacts, applications, nominations, emergency contact information, and course selections for all outbound OSU students. In addition, the International Programs Office & CIBER held the Go Global Fair, an ISE recruiting event, for the second year. These two initiatives are largely responsible for the robust 145% growth in MBA student participation and a 430% increase in UG participation. Due to the increase in numbers, CIBER has expanded our International partnerships to institutions in China, Brazil, Japan, Germany, and Chile for a total of six new alliances for International Student Exchange. Forecasted growth poses additional partners to be added for the 2009-2010 Academic Year.

Inaugural Vietnam FDIB - University of Wisconsin-Madison and University of Hawai'i at Manoa - University of Wisconsin

The UW-Madison and University of Hawai'i at Manoa CIBERs hosted the inaugural Vietnam Faculty Development in International Business (FDIB) program January 3-15, 2009. The FDIB focused on the unique aspects of doing business in Vietnam, comparing and contrasting the business environments of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Twenty-two faculty members representing 17 institutions participated in the program. Each city began with background briefings from economists, business people, and academics, followed by site visits to a range of firms. Time spent in Ho Chi Minh City provided participants with an economic overview of the country, an introduction to the educational and healthcare systems of Vietnam, and visits to a Cargill-supported public school, a Cargill grain facility, a manufacturer of high-end furniture, a large government hospital, and a private provider of executive education. Hanoi emphasized the transition of state-owned enterprises and included visits to securities and accounting firms, a state-owned communications company, and an auto manufacturer. The second Vietnam FDIB will take place January 2-15, 2010. Check the FDIB Web site at www.bus.wisc.edu/ciber/vietnamfdib for updates.

Global Business Project - Temple University

The Global Business Projects are the types of consulting projects only senior consultants are allowed to pursue at brand-name firms, and I am being given the reins to do professional research and presentations as an MBA student. The Global Business Project offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to blend my background in international and intercultural relations with my course work. I can't overstate the benefits I reaped from this program. I was exposed to revolutionary techniques in distance teamwork, to the pressures of client engagement, and to the demands of rapid language acquisition. The GBP is without question the most rewarding experience I have had at Temple.

Adam Dotson - MBA Class of 2009, Fox School of Business

Insight Dubai Conference - Temple University

Attending the Insight Dubai Conference was one of the best things I've done in my undergraduate career, along with studying abroad. It may sound cliché, but I can honestly say that I've made lasting friendships with women from 23 other countries in only a week's period. The conference provided a space for me to discuss and debate current topics about women in leadership positions with other young women from around the world. Some of the major topics included women quotas - whether or not it's necessary in government, cultural differences - particularly the types of professions women are expected to pursue in a certain country, and also Arab culture and traditions. It was interesting to observe the cultural differences when discussing women's roles in government. I would have never been able to learn as much as I did about Islam and Arab culture in a week from any book or classroom. I am so grateful that I was able to participate in such a great learning experience that has enabled me to make friends with so many amazing, intelligent young women from around the globe. I can also say that my previous perception of Islam and the Middle East has changed dramatically - Western media does it absolutely no justice. I have a new and broader perspective for the culture and religion. I think it's particularly important to learn more about it considering current relations between the U.S. and the Middle East. When I now think of the Middle East, I think about the friends I've made rather than the negative, stereotypical images portrayed in the media.

Teena Bounpraseuth - Undergraduate IB Major

Destination India - Temple University

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to share my global experiences with a class of seniors at my old high school in West Philly. I believe that it was very beneficial for the students to hear from someone who they can relate to. They really enjoyed my presentation, and afterwards they had a lot of intelligent questions. I want to thank CIBER and the entire team for making it possible, in terms of logistics and encouragement, for me to travel to all of the places I've gone. Traveling around the world has only been one of the benefits. I have learned a tremendous amount about myself, I have developed relationships with people all over the world, and my travels have also stimulated a great level of intellectual curiosity, which I hope will one day amount to erudition. Years from now I can only imagine how all of these experiences will have enriched me in the various dimensions of my life. I suspect that their net effect will be unquantifiable, or in other words priceless.

Sean J. Massenburg - IB Undergraduate Student

Foreign Language Executive Video Clips - The University of Texas at Austin

The UT-Austin CIBER has developed an innovative set of language learning materials and made it available at no cost to language teachers and learners. The resource comprises more than 1,150 video clips of interviews with native speakers in Latin America, Brazil, Spain, Germany, Turkey, China, and Japan. The video clips feature 242 business executives who speak in their native language for one to two minutes about cultural issues associated with doing business with Americans. Transcriptions of each interview in the native language and English language translations accompany the videos. These materials are popular with language teachers throughout the U.S., and are also in use as resources on intercultural issues in U.S. business. The video clips can be accessed at http://www.laits.utexas.edu/orkelm/kelm.htm.

Workshop on Unpacking the Study Abroad Experience - The University of Texas at Austin

In February 2009, UT-Austin hosted a demonstration of a cutting-edge technique for helping students analyze and articulate their study abroad experience as a differentiator during recruiting activities. The demonstration was part of a larger collaboration between UT and Michigan State University to create an online resource for institutions and their students wishing to promote skills and experience acquired during study abroad to campus recruiters. The demonstration attracted more than 70 members of the central Texas academic community. Attendees included career services staff, academic advisors, faculty, students and study abroad staff from ten colleges, universities and private sector study abroad providers. The demonstration will be posted on the project website, which will be available in fall 2009, and open to the public.

Short-Term Study Abroad Workshop 2008 - The University of Texas at Austin

UT-Austin hosted a very successful Short-Term Study Abroad Workshop for a nationwide audience in April 2008. The workshop goal is to support the expansion of study abroad programs in secondary institutions throughout the U.S. Our extensive marketing effort attracted 117 attendees, more than doubling attendance of the previous year. An outreach effort brought both speakers and attendees from to small four-year colleges, community colleges and Historically Underrepresented Colleges and Universities throughout the U.S. The keynote speaker provided a vision of the future of study abroad, and breakout sessions provided detailed advice for institutions beginning or expanding study abroad programs. Evaluation results were excellent, with a majority of attendees saying they were very satisfied with workshop content and execution. Presentations and handouts from the workshop are available at http://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/research/ciber/stsaworkshop2008/presentations.htm.

World Trade Week - University of Southern California

USC Marshall's CIBER is receiving a "Special Recognition Award" for outstanding contributions of international commerce, for its support and promotion of global trade and internationalization to the region's economy on May 7, 2009, at the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce's 83rd annual World Trade Week.

Awarded by the LA Chamber of Commerce

Summer Internship Program (Indonesia) - University of Southern California

"As a junior consultant for the United Nations Development Programme Banda Aceh, I worked on the Aceh Partnerships for Economic Development (APED) project for three months in fall 2008. The funding provided by the business school was tremendously helpful in sponsoring my travel from Los Angeles to Jakarta. The UNDP contract did not cover international travel costs and the expenses would have been a serious financial burden. This has been an important opportunity for me to gain great insight in international development work. The project allowed me to study regional economic development policies and program implementation in Aceh. In addition, living and working in Banda Aceh has expanded my horizons in the work that I'd like to pursue. I believe a continual relationship with the UN will add to the caliber of USC and significantly benefit School of Policy, Planning and Development students interested in international work."

Irene Fung - MPA Student, University of Southern California

Global Leadership Program in Shanghai - University of Southern California

Before you went on your first CIBER trip, what were your plans regarding working or living internationally? "I had no intention of working or living internationally." How did your collective experiences on those trips influence your plans for working or living internationally? "My experiences of traveling in Beijing and interning in Shanghai have demonstrated the viability (and excitement) of living and working in foreign environments and cultures, and they have therefore opened my willingness to live and work internationally in the future." Even if you haven't had a big "change of heart" regarding working or living internationally since your first CIBER trip, what are some of the most important things you have learned about other countries and cultures as a result of your trips? How do you see yourself incorporating that learning into your future career? "Despite living in the United States" multicultural society, the trips to China have demonstrated the truly vast differences in cultures between (and even within) nations. Many aspects of Chinese culture are truly unique and, of course, "foreign" to many people, and so learning to adapt to and accept these differences has been necessary and ultimately beneficial. After experiencing the idea of "culture shock," I can see myself exhibiting much more sensitivity to other cultures and ideas with a strong willingness to learn, understand, and adapt."

Student 6 - Undergraduate Student, Marshall School of Business

Integrated Individualized Language Instruction Program - University of Southern California

CIBER provided a grant to support the development of an online foreign language learning program. "iWillSpeak" is a course management system and platform that allows students to primarily cultivate and enhance oral skills by allowing them to track their own progress as well as having it done by instructors. Student user feedback: "The past audio feedback that I have gotten has been extremely helpful in improving my pronunciation. I would like to continue to receive this feedback if possible and will continue to use this feedback to rerecord when needed. Thanks so much for your time!" "The audio recording has been really helpful and I plan to continue rerecording for higher grades; so I'd love it if you would be able to continue to send me audio feedback." "Thank you for correcting my Chinese phrases! I was able to practice and rerecord so that my Chinese can improve."

Audrey Li - Professor, East Asian Languages, USC

International Economic Summit - University of Southern California

"CIBER hosted a regional International Economic Summit competition on December 4, 2008, for high school students to compete in a day-long series of simulations of trade negotiations, alliance formations, issues debates, and efforts to meet import goals. Two hundred, eighty-four Southern California-area students participated, representing 13 high schools from 10 school districts and 13 cities between San Diego and Kern County. In 2008, the number of teachers trained for the International Economic Summit (IES) had more than doubled as a result of 16 teacher training sessions scheduled throughout the 12th District of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. Additional enhancements to the project are underway, including an ongoing curriculum update, a new online web application to aid teachers in running Mini Summits at their school, online training, and expansion of the competition to a district-wide event in San Francisco."

Jody Hoff - District Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

Pacific Rim Entrepreneur Summit - University of Southern California

The Marshall School partnered with the top entrepreneurship programs from leading business schools in the United States, Asia and Australia to create the ideal forum to exchange ideas and recognize business opportunities: Chicago, Colorado-Boulder, Cornell, Maryland, Northwestern, Stanford, USC and Virginia, Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business, Malaya, Nanjing, National Taiwan, National University of Singapore, Shanghai Jiao Tong, Sydney and Zhejiang. Nearly 200 entrepreneurs from around the Pacific Rim attended the inaugural Summit in Shanghai on October 23-25, 2008. "This conference not only provided the insights to doing business in the PacRim but the tools and contact and networks to bring the opportunities to life."

Ramona Capello - President and CEO, Corazonas Foods, Inc.

Asia Pacific Business Outlook 2009 - University of Southern California

APBO provided over 300 business executives and professionals the opportunity to learn about trade and investment outlooks in 15 Asia Pacific economies. "APBO is a perfect opportunity to obtain current information on the business climate of Asian countries from the experts in their field."

Chie Ishihara - Instructor, Riverside Community College

Asia Pacific Business Outlook 2009 - University of Southern California

APBO provided over 300 business executives and professionals the opportunity to learn about trade and investment outlooks in 15 Asia Pacific economies. "I can't imagine a better collective of international business experts available in a concise yet thorough conference. A definite "must" for companies seeking to do business abroad."

David Taylor - Vice President, Peerless Mfg, Dallas, TX

World Languages Day - Michigan State University

When we left Eppley, I was so enthused after the day we'd had. I was talking to the students in my vehicle about the sessions they'd attended and what were their favorites. I just think MSU put on something really special and I was excited to have been a part of it.

- Parent Attendee

FDIB-Africa: Understanding the Business Challenges of Sub-Saharan Africa - University of South Carolina

Mike, Rob, and Doug showed us the Coca-Cola distribution network in the townships around Johannesburg, sent us a mile and a half deep into the earth in an operating gold mine, took us to the end of the continent at the Cape of Good Hope, and topped it all off with an all-day game drive in Botswana. This was not your average trip abroad for a bunch of desk-bound academics! I strongly recommend the CIBER trip to Africa for anyone interested in learning about the economic forces pushing and pulling on this vibrant but troubled part of the world.

Eric Powers - Associate Professor, Finance, University of South Carolina

FDIB-Africa: Understanding the Business Challenges of Sub-Saharan Africa, University of South Carolina CIBER - University of South Carolina

My experience on the CIBER FDIB-Africa trip has been truly life-changing. It is one thing to read about a part of the world, however, and another thing entirely to immerse yourself in it. [Africa] has unique resources, but great challenges facing it and experiencing these first-hand provides me with fresh understandings and new perspectives I could not gain in any other way. I look forward to sharing my growing understanding of Africa with my students, colleagues and friends in a way that I hope generates interest and enthusiasm for learning more about this important, yet challenged part of the world.

Betsy Ball - Lecturer, Tarleton State University

FDIB-Africa: Understanding the Business Challenges of Sub-Saharan Africa, University of South Carolina CIBER - University of South Carolina

"This was a transformative experience in terms of enhancing my understanding of the African economy and its business opportunities and challenges. The faculty leaders were very knowledgeable, and the trip logistics were very well planned and executed. I learned so much from seeing things first-hand rather than just reading about them. I will use the information, examples, and insights in designing my future Executive MBA classes. The trip has also piqued my interest in doing research in Africa, something I otherwise would not have considered."

Carrie Leana - Professor, University of Pittsburgh

International Internship Directory - Michigan State University

This is a truly valuable resource, and we are all grateful to you for making it available to the field.

Richard Mitten - Director of Study Abroad, Baruch College

Study Abroad - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The study abroad program in Brazil was more rewarding and successful than I ever expected it could be! Aside from the obvious benefits that any one can gain from an academic program abroad such as the new cultural perspective and new university and personal friendships I gained, I also consummated a proficiency of my third language, Portuguese, that as of one year ago I never would have imagined myself doing (my first exposure to the language was an introductory Port. class I took here in preparation for the certificate program) - all of which was compelled by the necessity to fulfill the eight weeks abroad part of the program that you coordinate; and for all of that I thank you!

Brian Kudia - Student, University of Illinois

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE is one of the easiest sources to use. I love that they include the source with each section...to underscore the importance of the primary source. Very important. We use this page with intercultural communication classes, international business, economics and finance...

Linda Bartnik - Murray State University Libraries

Branding in China and India: The Reality and Future Conference - Columbia University

Having very practical, "nitty gritty" experiences from the presenters -- so many times conferences provide high level/academic information, and although that"s useful -- I valued that I walked away from this event with tangible advice and strategies to apply within my own business.

- Conference Attendee

Microfinance Research Fellowes - UCLA

On behalf of my AMR team, I would like to thank CIBER for its generous support of our primary research in Maputo, Mozambique. During our visit, we were able to interview doctors from Maputo's Central Hospital; faculty, staff and the dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the Universidade Eduardo Mondlane; and experts on public health. We were also able to visit the medical school, a hospital, a local clinic, and a nonprofit that works with children (many of whom have been orphaned by HIV/AIDS), and to tour some neighborhoods in Maputo where the need for better healthcare is immediately apparent. Our visit to Mozambique gave us insights into what the benefits of the nonprofit would be to the medical school and hospital in Maputo, as well as a much clearer picture of the state of healthcare in Mozambique, both of which will greatly enhance the quality of our project. Meeting people the program could impact and hearing their stories really deepened our commitment to the project and to improving public health in general. We are deeply grateful for CIBER's support, without which our research in Mozambique would not have been possible. Thank you.

Clodagh Rafferty, Jessica Jeffrey, Stacey Rossley, Jenny Trucano - MBA 2009 Candidates

Certificate in Global Business Culture, University of Illinois - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The study abroad experience in Brazil (a requirement of the certificate program) was more rewarding and successful than I even expected it could be. Aside from the obvious benefits that one can gain from an academic program abroad such as the new cultural perspective and personal friendships I gained, I also consummated a proficiency of my third language, Portuguese, that as of one year ago I never would have imagined myself doing (my first exposure to the language was an introductory Port. class I took here in preparation for the program:).. - all of which was compelled by the necessity to fulfill the eight weeks abroad part of the certificate program; and for all of that I thank you!

Brian Kudia - Engineering Student, University of Illinois

CIBER/CEI International Intern Fellowship - University of North Carolina

Learning entrepreneurship in Beijing has well surpassed my expectations. I will come back to U.S. soil feeling that I could achieve starting a business of my own and having it succeed.... I am just now realizing that I really can do whatever I want to in life right now and that is a very exciting prospect. I will certainly use what I have learned in the minor and during my internship for the minor. I truly do believe this is some of the best and most important education I have [received] at Chapel Hill and hope that programs like this one can be sustained. I know it will pay off, not only in later years, but now. I ran into people who would say, "Wow, another Carolina intern. You guys are everywhere."

Will Miller - UNC Chapel Hill, class of 2009

CIBER Grant Recipient - University of Pennsylvania

Please allow me to share some updates about my academic activities, all of which was concerning the project that I did with the grants from PennLauder CIBER and BLRT grant and would not have been possible without the supports. I cannot thank enough for the grants I received. I have four presentations during the spring semester- "¢"Intercultural Competence in Business Language Instruction: Theory and Practice" (2009, forthcoming) 2009 CIBER Business Language Conferences. "¢"Application of the Case Method to Business Japanese Instruction" (2009, forthcoming) 2009 Association of Teachers of Japanese Seminar "¢"Developing Intercultural Competence in Japanese Language Classrooms: Application of Bennett"s Theory on Intercultural Competence to Language Education." (2009, forthcoming) 2009 Association of Teachers of Japanese Seminar On top of that, I am going to chair a round-table on business Japanese education at the upcoming AAS (Association of Asian Studies) where I co-present with eminent professors from other institutions and experts from business field. "¢Chair, ATJ Sponsored Round-Table Session "Language for Many Purposes: Teaching and Learning Japanese for Use in Business and Society" (2009, forthcoming) 2009 Association of Asian Studies Conference (co-presented with Dr. Motoko Tabuse (Eastern Michigan University) , Dr. Michio Tsutsui (University of Washington), Dr. Setsue Shibata (California State University Fullerton), Mr. Muneo Takashi, Director, JETRO Chicago) and Mr. Ken Masumoto, Director of Japan, Michigan Economic Development Corporation) As I always express, I feel so privileged to receive support from PennLauder CIBER and encouragement from you guys. Thanks so much!

Tomoko Takami - Japanese Language Professor, University of Pennsylvania, School of Arts and Sciences

UCLA CIBER Business & Language for Chinese Summer Program - UCLA

The CIBER program is a great way for business-minded students to learn about Chinese business language as well as general Chinese culture. We not only improved our Mandarin in the classroom, but had the opportunity to experience Shanghai at the personal level: interacting with businesspeople, visiting ancient sites, and even just chatting with store owners. For anyone interested in a stepping-stone to business in China, this is a great place to start.

David Zernik - UCLA student, Asian Languages & Cultures, Linguistics

UCLA CIBER Business & Language for Chinese Summer Program - UCLA

The UCLA CIBER Business Chinese program was more than just a language course "“ it was a fantastic way for us to experience first-hand the endless opportunities available to those who want to work in China. Professor Eva Yihua Wang is an extremely caring and responsive director and I strongly urge most who have an interest in the Chinese Business environment to spend the summer in Shanghai with UCLA.

Alice Chang - MBA 2010

UCLA CIBER Russian Podcasts - UCLA

Dear Russian Business podcast, I wanted to ask for more series of podcasts in this vein. This was the most beneficial Russian podcast I have come across on in the internet. This and "a Taste of Russian" are the best. Please produce some more! Well done! Patrick

Pat McKernan

Knowledge@Wharton High School Edition - University of Pennsylvania

Wharton School to Launch Knowledge@Wharton High School ; New Venture Encourages Business Literacy for Next Generation. The Penn Lauder CIBER and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is pleased to announce the launch a high school version of its popular online journal Knowledge@Wharton, which reaches 1.25 million subscribers worldwide. Knowledge@Wharton High School (KWHS), will be fully operational in February 2009. It will be a free biweekly site offering articles, videos, podcasts, business-related learning simulations and interactive tools targeted to high school students as well as teachers. The goal is to help the coming generation understand business concepts and the role that business plays in realizing their dreams as well as driving innovation and social change. Each issue of KWHS will feature articles on important global business trends and people, and will explore such topics as starting a business, managing money, running a sports team, playing the stock market, going green, finding an internship, becoming a fashion buyer and volunteering for a non-profit, to name a few. All content will be customized for mobile platforms. With more than 21 million students between the ages of 15 and 19 living in the United States and approximately 600 million worldwide, the potential audience for KWHS is large and currently untapped. "Bringing leading-edge, yet accessible, economic and business knowledge to high school students around the world will contribute to enhanced life and career chances for millions of people," says Mauro Guillen, director of the Lauder Institute of Management & International Studies, which is provided seed funding and expert advice for this project. For more information about KWHS, including pre-registering and essay contest details, please visit http://kwhs.wharton.upenn.edu

Mauro Guillen - Director of the Lauder Institute of Management & International Studies,

Global Business Project - University of North Carolina

The GBP offered me a truly international consulting experience; it was the best fit from among the programs at Kenan-Flagler to prepare me for any future global opportunity.

Greg Baker - MBA 2009

Global Business Project 2008 - University of North Carolina

The opportunity to interact with business schools students from around the world was a highlight of my MBA experience.

Kevin Ehlert - MBA 2009

Global Business Project 2008 - University of North Carolina

If it weren't for this GBP project, I would never have had the opportunity to travel to a variety of cities in Brazil where my client's customers are located: Sao Paulo, Curitiba, Mogi Guaçu, Balsa Nova and Rondonópolis. We even went to the beautiful beach at weekend!

Summer Fu - MBA 2009

Global Business Project 2008 - University of North Carolina

The GBP [course] has, so far, been the most rewarding part of my business school experience. I cemented friendships with classmates, met new friends from other top programs, and made connections with businesspeople around the world. I'll never forget my two weeks in Brazil with GBP - I worked harder and somehow managed to have more fun than I ever thought I would on a school-run project. Perhaps best of all, my team and I provided real value for our client, and we still keep in close contact with them to this day.

Andy Stevens - MBA 2009

Global Business Project 2008 - University of North Carolina

Working with team members in a virtual setting helped us to dedicate our unique skills to the project in a very effective way. All the top companies around the world value MBAs who know how succeed in the virtual environment.

Jada Heo - MBA 2009

Global Business Project 2008 - University of North Carolina

The Global Business Project [course] allowed me to work in China with a team of MBA students, from different schools, to help a company solve a real international business need. The work we did was really worthwhile and the experiences that we shared were unforgettable.

Lily Nguyen - MBA 2009

Global Business Preparatory Program (GBPP) - Duke University

I also would like to thank the CIBER staff in putting an excellent GBPP program together. It would not have happen[ed] without your dedication and commitment. It has been well received by my son, and this great experience will last a lifetime. This program has really open[ed] my son"s eye to the culture and business that other parts of the world has to offer. He has a greater appreciation for people, culture, language and busienss practice. It is a great program and I hope it continue for years to come.

Peter Lee - Parent of 2008 GBPP participant

Global Business Project 2008 - University of North Carolina

The Global Business Project [course] allowed me to work in China with a team of MBA students, from different schools, to help a company solve a real international business need. The work we did was really worthwhile and the experiences that we shared were unforgettable. Working with team members in a virtual setting helped us to dedicate our unique skills to the project in a very effective way. All the top companies around the world value MBAs who know how succeed in the virtual environment. The GBP [course] has, so far, been the most rewarding part of my business school experience. I cemented friendships with classmates, met new friends from other top programs, and made connections with businesspeople around the world. I'll never forget my two weeks in Brazil with GBP - I worked harder and somehow managed to have more fun than I ever thought I would on a school-run project. Perhaps best of all, my team and I provided real value for our client, and we still keep in close contact with them to this day. If it weren't for this GBP project, I would never have had the opportunity to travel to a variety of cities in Brazil where my client's customers are located: Sao Paulo, Curitiba, Mogi Guaçu, Balsa Nova and Rondonópolis. We even went to the beautiful beach at weekend! The opportunity to interact with business schools students from around the world was a highlight of my MBA experience. The GBP offered me a truly international consulting experience; it was the best fit from among the programs at Kenan-Flagler to prepare me for any future global opportunity. I believe my experience with a different culture was one which no text could provide. My most valuable take-away from the program was the freedom of doing to learn instead of learning to do.

- MBA 2009

Information Systems Research Program Fall Meeting on Globalization IT - UCLA

Many thanks to you and to CIBER for your ongoing support for the ISA (Information Systems Associates) and for our programs.

Don J. Olender - EVP and CIO, Wells Fargo Foothill

Global Business Preparatory Program - University of North Carolina

I also would like to thank the Ciber staff in putting an excellent GBPP program together. It would not have happen[ed] without your dedication and commitment. It has been well received by my son, and this great experience will last a lifetime. This program has really open[ed] my son's eye to the culture and business that other parts of the world has to offer. He has a greater appreciation for people, culture, language and business practice. It is a great program and I hope it continue for years to come.

Peter Lee - parent of 2008 GBPP participant

Innovate China Case Competition at CEIBS, Shanghai - UCLA

Dear UCLA CIBER, We won both the first round sub category and the final round grand prize for the Innovate China Global Innovation Challenge in Shanghai. UCLA's name was loud and clear at CEIBS as we won both prizes. It has been an awesome experience for us. Thanks for the support from CIBER again.

Julia Zhu, MD/PhD - UCLA 2009 MBA Candidate

ADVANCED International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

I wanted to write to thank you again for the excellent program at the Advanced IBI. You both put great effort into, not only the planning, but also the execution, and it showed. The sessions were remarkable for their lack of overlap and yet they were complementary throughout. The breakout sessions were also well done. A number of us had quite a bit of time to kill Thursday afternoon at the Lansing Airport and we continued to talk about ideas generated by the conference. I know that a number of us will stay in touch and continue the interaction you began. I've let both the UT and Texas A&M CIBERS know how pleased I was with the opportunity they helped provide me.

Jerry Mitchell - Austin Community College

ADVANCED International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

Thanks again for developing the AIBI seminar! I firmly believe that if you evolve it into a "blue print seminar" to build and maintain community college IB programs, you will be sold out every time. I know I sound like a broken record, however, you have the only research that can become the "change agent" to get community colleges in the U.S. and other countries to develop and maintain an IB program. You guys could go on the road and become quite notable!

Peter Shaw - Professor of Business & Economics, Tidewater Community College

Faculty Development Grants - Michigan State University

Due to the generosity of the grant program at MSU-CIBER I was able to attend the Third International Symposium on Agroterrorism in Kansas City, MO. The conference was presented by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Heart of American Joint Terrorism Task force with support from ASIS International. I gained valuable information that has already been useful in my position at MSU and will be of benefit to our students.

Kristie Denbrock - Consortium Coordinator, National Food Safety/Toxicology Center

Award honors U. of I. for efforts in campus internationalization - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has been selected to receive the 2008 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization. The award, presented by NAFSA: Association of International Educators, recognizes the university for "outstanding and innovative efforts in campus internationalization." The award honors the memory of Simon, a lifelong advocate of international education who, until his death in 2003, supported efforts to expand U.S. students' participation in study-abroad and exchange programs. The U. of I. is one of five universities receiving this year's Simon Award. Illinois ranks second in the number of Title VI U.S. Department of Education National Resource Centers (with eight), fourth in the number of international students on campus, and fifth in the number of undergraduates who study abroad. "The University of Illinois' selection for the prestigious 2008 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization is further testament to our institution's prominence as a leading global university," said William Brustein, the U. of I.'s associate provost for international affairs and director of International Programs and Studies. "The University of Illinois aims to educate future global leaders possessing the ability to communicate effectively across cultural and linguistic boundaries." He said the university's success can be attributed to a supportive campus environment, the leveraging of Illinois' decentralized international structure, a focus on key strategic international partnerships, and investments in the internationalization of the faculty.

From a Press Release on 2/28/08

Global Entrepreneurial Development Initiative - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Originally we were all brought together with the common goal of fostering entrepreneurship, but something much bigger took place over the course of our visit. In the end of the day, I can honestly say this has been a life changing experience. I feel that we really laid the foundation for a great and long lasting relationship between ourselves and the Croatians. Several of us have already begun to make plans to meet up with each other in the near future. Beyond the potential networking and business opportunities, we have made lifelong friends, and I think everybody involved is better off for having taken part in the experience.

Zaid Farahid - Masters of Accountancy Student

Hoeft Technology and Management India 2008 Program - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

My trip to India was an eye-opening experience that has showed me that there is much more to globalization than just capitalizing on resources and labor costs. Rather, there are individuals all over the world whose daily lives are being affected both positively and negatively. I have learned that it is my responsibility to reach out to those who are making the amazing progress of globalization possible on a day to day basis so that the new global economy that develops in the next years is one that is sustainable and beneficial to all. Once again, I would like to thank you for your support of the Technology and Management Program. If not for your generosity, I have no doubt that I would not have been exposed to these educational insights.

Nathan Martin - Junior, College of Business

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Leader Speaks at MSU-CIBER Event - Michigan State University

The Broad School's Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) recently hosted the president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Thomas J. Donohue, at the Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan. His topic: "Trade and Transportation: Michigan's Road to Prosperity."

Press Release - Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University

UCLA CIBER Business Russian Language Podcasts - UCLA

Thank you for making this podcast available to the general public. Your commitment to education and your contribution to international understanding are laudable.

Darin Brink - Moscow, Russia

Entreprenuership in Africa Master Class - Columbia University

The Master Class: Entrepreneurship in Africa, culminating in an eye-opening trip to Tanzania, was one of the highlights of my Columbia Business School experience. The process of writing a compelling case study was a challenging exercise that leveraged the multiple talents and experiences of our team. In addition, our visit to Tanzania and the opportunity to meet the entrepreneurs, employees, investment professionals and government ministries painted a remarkable picture that only a class at Columbia Business School could not have replicated. I learned so much from the experienced speakers visiting our class and from other teams" research in Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa. I was amazed to understand how the Mfugales are one of the few Tanzanian hoteliers to build an internationally recognized brand. The class and experience allowed me to incorporate the many themes that I have learned so far at Columbia: financing in emerging markets, strategy, and consulting, in addition to learning more about real estate development.

Meeta Sethna - MBA

UCLA CIBER Microfinance Research Program - UCLA

To the UCLA CIBER, Thank you very much for your generous support and for enabling us to research the Johnson & Johnson/UCLA Management Development Institute in Kenya and Ghana. Our travels to Africa will enable us to make better recommendations for scaling the program, have greater impact on NGO"s responding to the HIV/AIDS crisis, and greater benefit UCLA Anderson.

Suzanne Holst, Juan Matute, Nurit Katz, Michelle Crane, and Erin Ericksson - MBA Candidates 2008

CIBER Case Challenge - San Diego State University

I would like to thank you again for your support of the CIBER Case Challenge Competition. I found it to be a very rewarding experience participating on the SDSU team and hope that the program is available to future SDSU students.

Allan Frenette - SDSU Business Student

SDSU Ranked #1 Small Research University - San Diego State University

For the second year in a row, San Diego State University has been named the number one small research university in the nation. The new rankings are based on the 2006-2007 Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index (FSP Index) created by Academic Analytics.

2006-2007 Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index (FSP Index) - Academic Analytics

San Diego State University Ranked No. 2 for Sending Students Abroad - San Diego State University

San Diego State University students are becoming much more adventurous when it comes to their education. In the Open Doors 2007 report released by the Institute for International Education, SDSU ranks No.2 in the nation and No. 1 in California for students studying abroad among all public universities with high research activity.

Open Doors 2007 Report - Institute for International Education

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE provides a wealth of up-to-date information, training, and resources in a well-organized format for the benefit of the international business community at large including new and seasoned companies involved in foreign trade, and American corporations/organizations operating abroad. It is especially useful to American professionals abroad in the corporate and non-profit sectors.

Leila Heron - American Citizens Abroad (ACA) Country Contact, Republic of Panama and Venezuela

UW Global Business Study Tours - China - University of Washington

"On the China study tour, I gained an in-depth understanding of the impact China will have on the world in the next 20 years. Visiting both Chinese and American companies and talking to Foreign Service officers within the embassy helped me understand the immense challenges and the grand opportunities that China is currently facing."

Anonymous - MBA Program Graduate

STAR - Student Teams Achieving Results - University of North Carolina

The STAR Program (Student Teams Achieving Results) is a joint project sponsored (with CIBER support) by the Kenan-Flagler Business School of the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, and the Golden Leaf Foundation. STAR was launched in 2004 to provide NC businesses with targeted strategic consulting advice from MBA candidates that would assist these companies to be able to identify and subsequently, fully participate in emerging global markets. "We have been able to preserve jobs-and we're really looking to the export market as where our growth will be. I pay my fair share of taxes, and I think [the STAR program] is a good example of our state government-not just the Department of Commerce and the Department of Agriculture-but the University helping out an existing business."

John Bead - Beard Hardwoods, quoted in the Carolina Alumni Review, May-June 2006

STAR - Student Teams Achieving Results - University of North Carolina

The STAR Program (Student Teams Achieving Results) is a joint project sponsored (with CIBER support) by the Kenan-Flagler Business School of the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, and the Golden Leaf Foundation. STAR was launched in 2004 to provide NC businesses with targeted strategic consulting advice from MBA candidates that would assist these companies to be able to identify and subsequently, fully participate in emerging global markets. "Going from zero to $250,000 in sales in a year's time - well, it far exceeded what we expected out of the [STAR] program."

John Bead - Beard Hardwoods, quoted in the Triangle Business Journal March 10, 2006

STAR - Student Teams Achieving Results - University of North Carolina

The STAR Program (Student Teams Achieving Results) is a joint project sponsored (with CIBER support) by the Kenan-Flagler Business School of the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, and the Golden Leaf Foundation. STAR was launched in 2004 to provide NC businesses with targeted strategic consulting advice from MBA candidates that would assist these companies to be able to identify and subsequently, fully participate in emerging global markets. "It may sound like a cliché, but I really didn't understand how much of an asset the experience was until our training week. We had new hires from Wharton, Columbia, Chicago, Kellogg...et al, and I'm the only one who's actually managed an engagement team, scoped out a project, written an engagement letter & delivered a final presentation to a CEO."

AC - Kenan-Flagler MBA graduate, class of 2006

STAR - Student Teams Achieving Results - University of North Carolina

The STAR Program (Student Teams Achieving Results) is a joint project sponsored (with CIBER support) by the Kenan-Flagler Business School of the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, and the Golden Leaf Foundation. STAR was launched in 2004 to provide NC businesses with targeted strategic consulting advice from MBA candidates that would assist these companies to be able to identify and subsequently, fully participate in emerging global markets. "I wanted to share that the STAR program has really helped me adjust to consulting work and as a result the partners at my firm have put me on a fast track, which I credit in part to the good training and experience with managing my STAR project."

A.H. - Kenan-Flagler MBA graduate, class of 2006

International Economic Summit Program for High School Teachers - San Diego State University

"The International Economic Summit Program sponsored by San Diego State University CIBER is one of the best tools I've ever used for teaching international economics in the classroom. Thank you!"

Sue Weaver - Ramona High School Economics Teacher

International Study Tours, Korea - Columbia University

It is not an over-statement to claim that my one week Study Tour to South Korea through Columbia Business School was the defining moment of my business school career. The most striking aspect of my visit to Korea was the economic development that has occurred in the country since the 1950s. The highlight of the Tour was meeting President Roh Moo-hyun. It was amazing that the President of South Korea would take the time to talk to us business school students.

Nitin Julka - MBA '07

7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Purdue University

Thank you so much for making the opportunity available for Community College instructors to participate in the 7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College faculty. This was a rich and rewarding activity that will benefit the students at our respective community colleges for many years to come. The expertise that was shared and the camaraderie that we all experienced were outstanding. This is the best conference I have ever attended. I appreciate all of the planning and preparation that made this event a first class experience. I will be checking the globalEDGE site regularly and my students will be doing many assignments utilizing the research capability of this outstanding website. My students will also have the opportunity to hear about all of the great things that I learned from the international experts during the conference.

David White - Assistant Professor of Business, Missouri State University - West Plains

7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

"This was my 4th visit with the IBI. And while all have been great, this one was without a doubt the best, both in logistics and content. Each speaker was, in my opinion, top of the line. Kudos to the IBI team for making this institute better than ever!"

Mac McGuire - Alpena Community College

7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

The Institute offered me the time away, to both receive and digest the information. During those short five days, I was able to draft a plan for growth in the IB program at CPCC, recruit potential on line instructors, and generate a long list of to dos; all which I'm sure will benefit our students.

Nadine Russell - Program Chair, International Business, Central Piedmont Community College

7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

As a result of this conference, I will be well prepared to develop the international component for my entrepreneur program, but I also see a great opportunity for ICC to incorporate international business (and entrepreneurship) into our business degree and transfer programs to make us unique among most of the state's community colleges.

Jim Correll - Facilitator/Mentor, Successful Entrepreneur Program, Independence Community College

7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Purdue University

I can not begin to express how nicely planned, appointed and conducted the CIBER conference was last week. I think it is a testimony to the dedication and commitment of your faculty, particularly Tamer and Tomas, and your staff that Michigan State is doing so well and is so highly regarded in this work. Please pass my compliments on to all involved.

Steve Coelen - Professor, Holyoke Community College

7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

"This was by far the best conference I have ever been to!"

"The speakers were world class. I feel fortunate to have access to so many experts."

"The networking opportunities were invaluable."

"The staff was excellent!"

"I came here hoping to find a way to bring international work into my class and to develop an international class. I have met both of these goals"¦thank you."

"All the information was comprehensive and covered all areas of IB."

Participant Evaluation Comments - 7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty

Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition - University of Washington

The third annual UW Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition (GSEC) was a great success. Hosted by the UW Global Business Center, the GSEC is a business plan competition in which students from around the world develop businesses that are both commercially sustainable and address problems of poverty in the developing world. A truly global affair, GSEC 2007 provided more than $20,000 in travel scholarships aiding the participation of social entrepreneurs from universities in Ghana, Morocco, India, China and Kazakhstan, where founders have seen firsthand the devastating effects of pollution and poverty. In addition, there were four US teams. "GSEC is a unique opportunity for students from around the world to develop plans for businesses that benefit not only the firm's stakeholders but also provide a social benefit to the surrounding community," said Jane George-Falvy, GSEC faculty coordinator. The venture plans were judged on their impact on quality of life in the developing world, implementation feasibility and financial sustainability. GSEC 2007 plans addressed a wide range of issues, including low-cost, mobile wind turbines to nomadic herders in Kazakhstan; the creation of a European Union market for organic produce grown by Ghanaian farmers; and the lease and reforestation of land from small farmers in Central America to spur sustainable hardwood timber production. The grand prize ($5000) was awarded to Curb Carbon, Ltd., a venture created by two students of ICFAI Business School, India, that encourages the cultivation of Jatropha to produce biodiesel. Second place ($2500) went to Dr. Seed, from Peking University, China, that plans to deploy a patented seed growth technology using plasma treatment to increase resistance to extreme conditions and overall plant yield. GSEC 2008 will take place in Seattle on the UW campus, February 25-29, 2008. Visit the GSEC website for more information: http://bschool.washington.edu/gsec

Wren McNally - Assistant Director, Community & Faculty Programs, UW Global Business Center

Lessons from the MBA Classroom: Business Concepts for Foreign Language Professionals - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

This event was extremely useful given the stellar reputation of most of the speakers on the program and the quality of their presentations. As always, CIBER-sponsored events are well-worth the detour, as we say in French. The materials I collected during the conference and the contacts I made will be invaluable to my teaching.

Liz Martin - Assistant Professor, Department of French

International Business Seminar: Australia - UCLA

Dear CIBER and Professor Spich, I am so grateful for you because you were the first person that supported the idea of this event, especially after all the "no"s from everyone else. Even though I was still going ahead with it regardless, it made all the difference to feel that CIBER believed and supported me. Everyone else finally turned around and supported us after they saw CIBER's support. Thank you, truly.

Giang Biscan - Fully-Emplyed MBA Candidate 2009

Informal Foreign Language Tutoring at UT-Austin - The University of Texas at Austin

At the McCombs School of Business, there are many MBA/MPA students who want to brush up their foreign language skills but don't have time to take traditional language courses. Our informal tutoring program gives these students access to international colleagues who are native speakers of languages they want to work on. Students sign up for inexpensive private or small-group tutoring sessions, working out their own schedule and location with the tutors.

In 2006-2007, 50 students enrolled in the program. Languages included Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish. 19 students, many from McCombs, served as tutors. Some students enroll in the tutoring as a refresher course, others in preparation for study abroad, and others are simply interested in an area or culture and want to learn more. CIBER also underwrites the fees for McCombs faculty and staff who want to study a language.

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE provides us with rich and innovative knowledge on international markets as we target worldwide customers with leading-quality footwear.

Tim O'Donovan - Chairman, Wolverine World Wide

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE is a highly accessible and first-rate resource that helps keep our membership informed about relevant global business issues facing Michigan's manufacturers.

John MacIlroy - CEO & President, Michigan Manufacturers Association

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE is the nec plus ultra of international business portals: an essential tool for students, executives and researchers. It is a magnificent source and resource, continuously updated; its diagnostic tools are true interactive learning opportunities for all users. We use it integratively and fully at Georgia Tech.

Dr. John R. McIntyre - Professor of International Management and Executive Director of Georgia Tech CIBER

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

I am really impressed with how globalEDGE manages today's information overload to provide practical international business information.

Sten Sjoberg - COO, Demmer Corporation

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE is a very valuable partner for the U.S. Commercial Service in our mission to assist U.S. companies to be competitive in global markets.

Doug Barry - Director of Marketing & Communications, U.S. Commercial Service

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE provides a wealth of information on corporations, industries, and countries that assist us as we conduct research for our international customer satisfaction indices.

Claes Fornell - Chairman, CFI Group Worldwide

World Languages Day - Michigan State University

The following comments were submitted by Michigan school teachers who attended the World Languages Day event:

"[My favorite part was] watching the students enjoy themselves while learning about new languages and cultures" (Vicki from Clarkston); "[My favorite part was] watching my students survive! Many tried a new language. Most have never been to a university campus. It's great to see them expand their experiences" (Kristine from Fife Lake); "The whole educational experience is phenomenal!" (Jeana from Detroit); "[My favorite part was] the excitement my students had when they told me what they learned. They were obviously excited and inspired!" (Amy from Kenowa Hills)

FDIB to China - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Even though I am at the middle of the semester I have already seen the benefits of the trip for my undergraduate teaching. Not only did the trip give me more confidence at speaking about the social transformations of China, but it also permitted me to transfer the students some of the rich information I got in conversations with officials of the US Chamber of Commerce, General Motors (Shanghai), Deutsche Bank, and Invest-Hong Kong. "¦ I am sure I will keep finding more benefits of this trip for my teaching. At this historical juncture it does not make much sense to teach about international business and not being familiar with the Chinese economy. The trip opened my eyes to more teaching and research projects for the benefit of my academic career and the students' learning process.

Marcelo Bucheli

Study Abroad - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

This trip to Mexico provided me with exactly the "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunities I sought to experience during my summer. In order to expand my education in economic development beyond the confines of the classroom I have sought any opportunities to enhance my facility with the Spanish language or my understanding of Latin American cultures. This trip has fulfilled both those ambitions and in the process given me an insight into my own culture and self that could only have been achieved through such an experience.

Brock Williams

Study Abroad - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Argentina was an incredible experience. Seven weeks of cultural and linguistic challenges provided me the opportunity to test my strength, swallow my pride, accept my fears, forgive my blunders and conquer old obstacles. College is merely a training regimen for the hurdles ahead, and this summer abroad made mine that much more rigorous. The culmination of all my experiences there has brought me one step closer to facing the real world after graduation; it helped prepare me for the unknown trials that lie ahead. Practice that I can apply to workplace conundrums and real life dilemmas, it was a scrimmage before the big championship game. Economically speaking, I now have the comparative advantage.

Jessica Bryce

Georgia Tech Recognized for Internationalization Effort - Georgia Institute of Technology

Georgia Institute of Technology has been awarded the Sen. Paul Simon Award in recognition of its efforts to internationalize the campus. Sponsored by the Association of International Educators, the award recognizes institutions that show excellence in the internationalization of practices, structures, philosophies and policies. Georgia Tech received the award for its study abroad programs, overseas campuses and research centers, international distance learning and the integration of international programs into all undergraduate majors.

Georgia Tech CIBER - Georgia Institute of Technology

The Georgia Tech CIBER recently hosted a visit from a Chinese delegation from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology. Facilitated by Professors Han Zhang and Francis Ulgado, the group included 14 executive students and a staff member of their Executive MBA program. Their itinerary included a presentation on the U.S. Legal and Regulatory Trade Environment, given by invited speaker, Rich Kaye of Smith Moore LLP, and academic and business panel sessions with resident Chinese graduate students, visiting scholars and professors, and with local Chinese businesses respectively. The one-day visit was capped off with a reception shared with Georgia Tech Executive MBA and Global MBA counterparts.

MSU-CIBER - Michigan State University

Michigan State was one of five universities awarded the 2006 Senator Paul Simon Award for campus internationalization and profiled in a major report published by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. The report, titled "Internationalizing the Campus 2006: Profiles of Success at Colleges and Universities," highlighted selected units at Michigan State and singled out both globalEDGE and IBC for recognition. The Eli Broad College of Business received mention not only for the renewal of the CIBER grant and top-rated globalEDGE website, but also for the depth and breadth of the study abroad programming. In 2004-2005, 521 undergraduate and graduate students at the Broad School studied abroad, the most of any college at the University.

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2006 CIBER Western Regional Conference - San Diego State University

"Thank you for providing our Center for International Trade Development directors the opportunity to attend the 2006 CIBER Western Regional Conference in San Diego. We thoroughly enjoyed the featured speakers and gained valuable insight and information from the topics addressed. Our respective missions are quite similar and provides a foundation for current and future cooperation. Thank you."

Jeffrey Williamson - Statewide Director, Centers for International Trade Development

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

"I have used the site for my graduate class in international marketing for 3 years. I use the site to provide my students with the background information they need to succeed in my class. The site provides them with information in a user friendly environment that is both efficient and flexible. I also for the past two years have used the site in support of my undergraduate class. I have these students do the modules on the individual countries; my undergrads find the modules fascinating."

Barbara Wooldridge - Associate Professor of Marketing, The University of Tampa

Faculty Development in International Business Program - University of South Carolina

"The program provided an amazing in-depth survey of International Business that was perfectly balanced between subject content and pedagogy. The faculty re-enforced the reputation of the South Carolina IB program."

Dr. Jann-Marie Culhane - Assistant Professor, Flagler College

2005 IB Institute - Michigan State University

"The Institute was a great learning experience for community college faculty interested in learning more about internationalizing courses and programs. We received a lot of information from excellent speakers and presenters who shared with us their wisdom and insights; we were given the opportunity to participate in live discussions and receive answers to our questions; and we also now have the wonderful opportunity to network with faculty and colleagues at other community colleges who share the same interests. In addition, the accommodations at the Kellogg Hotel, the various extracurricular activities arranged for us, and the transportation to various local sites for shopping and dining were excellent, and the food was superb. I encourage other community college faculty members to participate in the Seventh Biennial Institute in 2007."

Felipe Chia - Professor, Harrisburg Community College, Harrisburg, PA

China Faculty Development in International Business 2005 - University of Colorado Denver

"This was a very memorable and incredibly worthwhile trip - truly rewarding in learning more about the China economy as a nation (and local and regional economies as well), a variety of businesses across regions, political influences, labor markets and much more. The group of faculty from other CIBER schools was the best group of faculty I've had the opportunity to get to know in such a trip."

Thomas H. Olson - University of Southern California

China Faculty Development in International Business 2004 - University of Colorado Denver

"This program has been an incredible experience. The briefings and visits were first-rate. I expected to learn a considerable amount, but my expectations were far exceeded."

Jean-Claude Bosch - Executive Associate Dean and Dean of Faculty, UCDHSC

CIBER - University of Colorado Denver

"As an individual engaged in international commerce, I have followed with great interest the various programs of the University such as the full globalization of the Business School and its interaction with the business community in support thereof. I can attest to the fact that these programs have been extremely successful."

Richard Bard - Chairman & CEO, Bard Capital Partners LLC

CIBER - University of Colorado Denver

"CIBER programs provide a very useful platform for discussing the pressing issues of today's business environment and also allow for expanding our understanding of political, cultural and historic aspects. We must strive to pass on to the next generation the best of our thinking and experiences to enable them to build a fairer world for themselves, for emerging nations and the underprivileged. The current tensions in the world are clear evidence of the fact that we leave them with an unfinished job and we owe them all the support that we can give."

Peter Widmer - financial advisor in Switzerland, former chairman of Julius Baer Investment Management, Inc.

CIBER - Michigan State University

I would like to thank you for everything you do to promote international business education. My colleagues and I learned a lot last academic year and hope to use that knowledge to serve our students and the business community. My college's International Resource Center to which you donated some books now has over 300 volumes in International Business and other disciplines. Several boxes just recently arrived from Michigan State University CIBER. With all your 110% support, I am sure the Talladega College's program is "in good hands." Many thanks.

Michael Taku from Alabama

globalEDGE - Michigan State University

globalEDGE became a very powerful tool when I worked on the project of analyzing low cost country opportunities at Whirlpool this summer. It is a portal of an unbelievably large amount of information and data regarding international business. Additionally, the methodology used to analyze the emerging markets is very thought-provoking. globalEDGE was very helpful to my project and I think I will use it more frequently in the future.

Laura

Globalizing Business Schools: An HBCU-CIBER Partnership Program Participant - Michigan State University

"The Faculty Study Tour in South Africa and Botswana was a "trip of a lifetime." Our curriculum will be greatly enhanced by the experiences provided by the trip itinerary. All concerned at MSU-CIBER who had a role in the planning and execution of the trip are to be congratulated!"

Leo T. Upchurch - Tuskegee University

CIBER - Michigan State University

"All of you are doing an outstanding job with the CIBER at MSU. Unarguably, MSU's CIBER is the best in the nation- a view that I emphatically express. Kudos for globalEDGE which is now the premiere website for information related to International Business."

Zahir A. Quraeshi - Professor of Marketing and International Business, Western Michigan University

MSU-CIBER Grant Recipient - Michigan State University

"I am writing to thank you and the Michigan State University CIBER for the grant that you provided for me to attend the Sixth Annual Spanish Language Faculty Development Seminar in Spain from June 26 to July 1. It was a very beneficial experience for me and one that will be significant for the Business Spanish course that I will teach this fall.

I am prepared to bring to our students the best in their course of study. I thank you very much for this wonderful opportunity provided by grants from CIBER at Michigan State University, at Florida International University and from Morehouse College.

I appreciate the support from the Michigan State University CIBER towards the seminar by the FIU CIBER and the relationship that you have established with Dr. Glenwood Ross here at Morehouse College. The collaboration between the departments of Modern Foreign Languages, Dr. Joseph Agee, Chair, and Economics and Business Administration strengthens our curriculum."

Maria del Rosario Pujals Vickery - Instructor of Spanish, Morehouse College

Faculty Research Commentary - University of Michigan

"A three-year grant from CIBE has provided much-needed support for our research project, "Globalization and Competition." As the only scholarly research that directly examines the impact of contemporary (private) international cartels on developing countries, it has received considerable attention in international-policy circles. It has already resulted in a book chapter, and an article in the Antitrust Law Journal. More publications are forthcoming."

Valerie Suslow - Associate Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, Ross School of Business

Faculty Research - Duke University

"I want to thank you for the award and let you know that the trip was instrumental in improving my research on corporate capital structure. I received outstanding feedback at the conference and met a number of international colleagues that I would have otherwise never met had it not been for this trip."

Michael Roberts - Professor, The Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania

FDIB on Strategies for Teaching International Negotiations - Duke University

"It's my great pleasure to take part in this simulation. As I have never been involved in professional negotiation before, I am very thankful that I learned a lot in this event. It stimulated a lot of thinking. I hope the Chinese team has provided some helpful feedbacks."

Annie Xioa - Candidate for MBA, Class of 2005, The Fuqua School of Business, Duke University

FDIB on Strategies for Teaching International Negotiations - Duke University

"This was a wonderful program. I have never taught negotiation before, and within two days of returning, I had my first negotiation in my International Business Class. I felt confident and more than able to implement what I had learned, and the students loved it. I attribute this to the top-notch training and materials I received at this conference."

Prof. Nicole M. Castater - Assistant Professor of International Business and Finance, Clark Atlanta University

2nd Annual National Forum on Trade Policy (NFTP) - Duke University

"I very much enjoyed sharing ideas with the "big picture" thinkers. I.E. Dartmouth professors, Mr. Rosen, Council on Foreign Relations"¦"¦"¦.Thank you for making the Forum possible!"

Damien Bard - Specialist, Idaho Department of Commerce and Labor

InterCultural Edge (ICE) Certification Workshop - Duke University

"Great job. Clearly an enormous amount of upfront work has been done to be @ this point. Very interested to follow progress and be involved."

Dr. Karen D. Loch - Director of Institute of International Business, Georgia State University

InterCultural Edge (ICE) Certification Workshop - Duke University

"The process was the best part of the program "“ it was fluid and dynamic "“ facilitating and cultivating a learning process for us all"¦"¦Great first ICE Teaching Consortium! Looking forward to the evolution of this powerful tool! GOOD JOB!"

Prof. Marta White - Assistant Professor, Georgia State University

Faculty Development in International Business "European Economies in Transition" - University of Pittsburgh

"I had a wonderful time and found the trip to be of immense benefit"

Gary Quinlivan - Dean, Alex G. McKenna School of Business, Economics and Government St. Vincent College

Faculty Development in International Business - University of Pittsburgh

"Value of opening my mind to an international enlightenment was priceless."

Douglas K. Reed - Assistant Professor University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.

Spanish Language Immersion Program in PERU - Florida International University

"The Spanish Language and Cultural Immersion Program in Peru is an incredible experience. Along with absolutely first rate instruction in business Spanish, ESAN provides a wonderfully rich introduction to the culture, politics, and economic environment of Peru."

Richard Chisik - Assistant Professor, Florida International University

Spanish Language Faculty Development Program in SPAIN - Florida International University

"I have been to several CIBER workshops and conferences and I can say without a doubt that the FIU's CIBER Summer Workshop on Teaching Spanish for Business is the best one. Not only participants share challenges and best practices on Business Spanish curricula and programs, but also they are provided with significant and valuable information about the business world in Spain and how small businesses and multinational companies conduct transactions with the European Union."

Hiram Aldarondo - Lecturer, University of Washington

FDIB ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING Program - Florida International University

"The 2004 FIU-CIBER program on anti-money laundering was interesting and informative and substantive regarding international business regulation and practices in Florida, and the Caribbean Basin, with a particular emphasis on Panama. The program was well organized, with presentations reflecting the perspectives of both regulators and the regulated, both from the US and other jurisdictions, by knowledgeable and experienced officials from business and government enforcement and regulatory agencies."

Raghavan D. Nair - CIBER Executive Director, University of Wisconsin-Madison

FDIB MERCOSUR Program - Florida International University

"The Mercosur program was carefully planned and highly organized, which enabled the focus to be on education and interaction. Equally as important to the country and cultural education was the relationships forged with other U.S. faculty and administrators. Further, in meeting faculty and business people from a variety of countries, we had a much more personal experience than a standard tourist would have in Brazil, Argentina and Chile"

Mindy Kraft - Director, Master of Arts - Int'l Business (MAIB) & Master of Science - Mgnt. (MSM), University of Florida

Overseas Internship Award recipient - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"I did not realize how little I knew until I stepped outside the boundaries that I created in my mind. I never really considered how other cultures think and what makes them act the way they do. I want to thank CIBER for encouraging me to step outside these boundaries.... I learned more than I could have imagined, but the most important thing that I gained was the desire to reach other cultures and to learn everything I can about them."

Joseph Schagemann - Business, University of Illinois

Asian Rust Seminar - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"It was a once in a lifetime chance for an old farm boy from Crittenden Township in central Illinois to get a first hand look at agriculture in another land. It also puts our dependence on non-renewable resources into perspective to the point of my being critical of the United States for being behind a developing country in regards to resource conservation."

Dan Schaefer - Crop Sciences, University of Illinois

Study Abroad Award recipient - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"Studying abroad in London was one of the best experiences I have had in my life. First of all, I was able to figure out what kind of person I was, what kind of person I aspired to be, and even came up with a few goals for myself.... In addition, I have also developed more pride in my status as an American. We are recognized internationally for our developments, for the people, and the endless opportunities available to us (including exchange programs)."

Angela Kang - Finance, University of Illinois

"South American Business Issues", Summer Institute for Busines Faculty - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"In summary, the program was very enlightening, and taught me a lot about a region of the world that I had never visited and not considered in any intellectual sense prior to the trip. My notes and the photos taken will be invaluable in helping me update my courses. Thank you for the funding that enabled me to attend the program."

Cele Otnes - Professor, University of Illinois

"Anti-Money Laundering" in Miami, Florida and Panama City - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"In short, an enormous amount of information and insight was provided in a very short time; I don't believe I have ever participated in as intense and exciting a conference of this sort. The experience will be extremely valuable for my research on payments and payments systems, and I am extremely grateful to CIBER for providing the opportunity to participate."

Charles Kahn - Professor, University of Illinois

Summer Institute for Business Faculty, Latin America to Brazil - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"Consistent with the words of Franklin ("Opportunity is the great bawd."), the opportunity to participate in the Summer Institute is and will continue to offer insight and energy both to my research and teaching that I could not have gained sitting in Champaign. Thank you for giving me that opportunity."

Tim Babbitt - Professor, University of Illinois

Summer Institute for Business Faculty, Latin America to Brazil - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"The program provided an excellent overview of the relevant international business and marketing issues related to Brazil. By attending the program I was definitely able to gain a greater understanding of many of the complexities and difficulties of doing business in Brazil."

Hamish Gow - Professor, University of Illinois

Global Business English Immersion Camp - University of South Carolina

The enthusiastic Romanian response to last summer's first international service learning project which focused on business topics, prompted the addition of liberal arts components to the curriculum for the project's second year; modules will cover business, globalization, democracy, cross-cultural communication, language, creative writing, entrepreneurship, media arts, marketing and advertising, and American pop culture.

Asia Now: Business Opportunities Conference - University of Memphis

"This was an amazing effort and every customer I spoke with was excited about such an awesome opportunity!"

Bob Deane - USCS - Int'l Trade Specialist, Seattle, WA

International Study Tours - Columbia University

"The Chazen study tour to India was one of the highlights of my Columbia Business School experience. Visiting India's most successful companies allowed me a deeper understanding of the country's opportunities and the macroeconomic factors driving its growth, as well as some of the cultural and political challenges of conducting business in the region. Discovering India with 35 of my classmates left an indelible imprint on my life."

Aly Alibhai - MBA 2005

MBA Exchange Program - Columbia University

"I expected to gain a stronger global business perspective, study non-American approaches to various disciplines in the business sector and immerse myself in a different culture. My expectations were met, and then some. What I learned in Spain, both in and out of the classroom, has changed my perspective - professionally and personally - for the better."

Michelle Naggar - MBA 2005

Workshop on International Entrepreneurship - Georgia Institute of Technology

"The Annual Consortial Doctoral Workshop in International Entrepreneurship, now in its 7th year, is designed to bring together some 30 doctoral students and leading scholars to focus their doctoral dissertation research on the international dimensions of entrepreneurship..."

Anne Fuller - , Doctoral Candidate, Strategy Program, Georgia Tech College of Management, Atlanta, GA

CIBER - Georgia Institute of Technology

"The Georgia Tech Global MBA Practicum is a ten-day for-credit project-driven international field trip for MBA students focusing on one select country annually..."

Dr. Mark Ferguson - Assistant Professor of Operations Management, Global MBA Practicum Faculty Trip Supervisor, College of Management, Georgia Tech

CIBER - Georgia Institute of Technology

"A team of U.S. businesswomen and U.S. Embassy personnel selected eight leading executive businesswomen from Algeria and Tunisia. The goal is to assist U.S. companies with their expansion and access into North Africa..."

"...The International Business Academy Program is a consortial partnership certificate program with the World Trade Club Atlanta for Georgia-based executives, and a strategic alliance among educational, private and public organizations to help Atlanta businesses compete internationally..."

Josette R. Gauthier - President and CEO, Azion (www.azion.biz)

Plus 3 Program - University of Pittsburgh

Scott Hunter, a sophomore studying civil engineering commented "I invested nearly two thousand dollars into the trip, and I feel as if I received ten thousand dollars-worth of education and experience in return."

Scott Hunter

CIBER - Georgia Institute of Technology

"CIBER is an excellent resource for students. It provides information, contacts, guidance, and funding that makes international study possible for students who might not otherwise be able to participate. CIBER also provides great opportunities to build connections within the international business community through the numerous conferences and seminars it hosts."

Stephen Selfridge - MBA Student of 2006 Class, College of Management, Georgia Tech

CIBER - Georgia Institute of Technology

"In a city of Atlanta's size there are many organizations - civic, commercial, and educational - involved in promoting international business through country- and topic-specific seminars, workshops and classes. Yet year in and year out, only one stands above the rest, and that is the business school at Georgia Tech and its CIBER program. I consider attendance mandatory, and I never fail to receive hands-on knowledge of immediate benefit for my own international efforts. The business community of Atlanta, and of the Southeast, is truly fortunate to have the Georgia Tech administered CIBER program, and I greatly look forward to participating in upcoming events."

George Lancaster - Managing Director, AmericasMart

Global Business Forum - Georgia Institute of Technology

"The Georgia Tech CIBER is a great ally in the promotion of U.S. exports. The annual Global Business Forum that Georgia Tech's CIBER hosts brings together local and foreign business people around a particular country or market. The Georgia Tech CIBER's focus and funding have been highly effective in bringing these kinds of opportunities to the Southeastern US."

Thomas Strauss - Southeast Network Director, U.S. Export Assistance Center, U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Department of Commerce

Georgia Tech Global Business Forum - Georgia Institute of Technology

"UPS's relationship with CIBER and in particular our sponsorship of the annual Georgia Tech Global Business Forum has been very rewarding. CIBER provides UPS the unique opportunity to interact with and learn from esteemed members of academia, industry and government in those areas of the globe that are most important and intriguing to us. The relationship has helped us advance our understanding of international business and culture, while solidifying our role as a global partner, both in commerce and in education."

Tom Langa - Manager, Marketing, Southeast Regions, Worldview Services, UPS, Atlanta, Georgia

2nd Annual National Forum on Trade Policy (NFTP) - Duke University

"I definitely learned things of great value, enabling me to better assist Washington State companies in the global marketplace."

Larry K. Williams - International Trade Director, State of Washington, Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development

Business Environment and Policy in India - Texas A&M University

"...I enjoyed the program. It is obvious that much work went into preparing this program and I feel privileged to have been part of it. ...Nothing but good things to say about Raju (housing facilities manager) and his crew; hardworking, prompt, courteous, and eager to please. Service above and beyond the call. Thank you for your hard work in preparing a thoroughly enjoyable ."

David Bern - Purdue University

Business Environment and Policy in India - Texas A&M University

"...programme gave superb overview over politics, economy, and culture in India; quality of faculty and corporate representatives was outstanding. IIMB campus is an oasis of silence and beauty within slightly chaotic city of seven million people. Campus facilities are very good, accommodations good, and food absolutely superb. Coordinating professors from IIMB were very helpful and the workload was demanding, but OK. Excellent company projects, including final presentation to the CEO."

Johannes Haas - University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

Business Environment and Policy in India - Texas A&M University

"..I had a great time in India and I thought the program was great. I thought the food, housing, and academic component were very good. I was especially impressed by the caliber of speakers that came to give us lectures. I had no idea that we would have such an impressive lineup....Overall, I thought it was a great experience and I am glad I went."

Mark Padgett - University of South Carolina

Business Environment and Policy in India - Texas A&M University

"...I definitely rank it (IIMB in Bangalore, India) as one of the best experiences of my life!"

Anirban Mukherjee - University of Pittsburgh

Globalizing HBCU Business Schools - University of Florida

"Through this support, our Business French course has been enhanced and the new Spanish Business course developed. Our faculty has also been supported financially to participate in foreign language training at other CIBER institutions."

Kenneth Gray - Eminent Scholar Chair & Professor of International Management at Florida A&M University

USC's Asia Conference Seoul 2004 - University of Southern California

"The conference was such an eye opener. The amazing strides the Asian countries are making economically, how competitive the world will be for my students, how much there is to learn, how important connections are for individuals and businesses and so much more. My students couldn't wait to hear all about Korea and everything I had done while I was there. These experiences provide so much growth and knowledge and create a desire and enthusiasm in me (and hopefully in my students too) to read, learn and experience more to become more effective in life and in our careers."

Pat Harrison - High School Economics Teacher, El Segundo High School

Semester Study Abroad, Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy - Texas A&M University

"The scholarship allowed me to take full advantage of my incredible opportunity in Europe. My study abroad experience offered me the opportunity to take two international finance classes from a top professor. The classes really sparked my interest in international finance and has made me seriously re-think my career plans. My experience in Europe was a truly life changing experience. My interest for international finance has been greatly sparked and my confidence was boosted greatly. Doing so well in such a hard class and with such a top professor really gave me the confidence I needed."

Eric McGregor Bethea

Summer Study Abroad, Cuernavaca, Mexico - Texas A&M University

"I want to thank you for your generous gift that allowed me to travel to Cuernavaca, Mexico this Summer. It was one of the greatest experiences of my life."

Brent Case

Reciprocal exchange in Stuttgart, Germany - Texas A&M University

"By helping me expand the scope of my education, (the scholarship) has enable me to see opportunities that are invaluable. My international study experiences have given me a perspective that I would not have enjoyed otherwise. By helping me study abroad, (the scholarship) has made a distinct difference in my post-graduate education."

Matt Chapman - MBA student

Reciprocal Exchange year abroad - Texas A&M University

"As we have all witnessed since the terrible tragedy of September (11), our world is far more connected than ever before. For those that doubted our country's role in foreign affairs and whether events in the third world can impact us, surely they are now believers. I have also studied the effects on global financial markets. If anything is clear, it is that our world will only become more interconnected politically, culturally, economically, and even spiritually. We simply cannot afford to be ignorant."

Steven F. Smith - MBA student

Reciprocal Exchange Program - Texas A&M University

"This scholarship had a huge impact on me. Spending a year studying in a Spanish university allowed me to finally speak a language I had studied for seven years with confidence. I am very grateful for that opportunity. I learned so much every single day there, especially outside of class, as I encountered not only the Spanish people, but other foreign students as well, from Europe to Latin America to Asia, from all over the world!"

Nicole Dzik

CIBS - Texas A&M University

"I knew of the Center for International Business Studies and viewed it as a significant asset for Mays. However, it was not until I arrived on campus that I fully realized the breadth and depth of CIBS impact on our faculty, curricula, and students. I am very pleased by the degree of globalization that has been accomplished in Mays, but even more pleased by its nature. Rather than creating a small cadre of faculty specialists in international business and limiting the reach of internationalization in the classroom to specialized programs, the effort has been to engage all Mays faculty in the globalization process."

Jerry R. Strawser - Dean & Development Council Chair in Business

Study Abroad - Texas A&M University

"It will soon seem as if our world is getting smaller due to the growth of international relationships and advanced technology. I plan to be part of this new growth by using the experiences I gain abroad to develop myself individually and professionally. Knowing your own culture establishes the person you are, but recognizing other cultures broadens your perspective on life and yourself."

Veronica Cantu - Mitsui Scholar

The Exchange: Spain and Argentina - Texas A&M University

"I had not only endured but also conquered one of the most challenging experiences in my life. I was a different person, more confident, more resilient, and with an open mind. As a business student I know the expectations of the business world. I know that with the adoption of globalization, borders are being torn down, mom and pop businesses are becoming global, and the everyday business man/woman is becoming an international man/woman of mystery. The knowledge that I gained is second to none, and I could not have learned these things in a book, a classroom, or at home; the key is the experience itself."

Austin Eaves

Exchange Program - Texas A&M University

"I'm a former student that participated in an exchange program at Monterrey Tech for the 2002-2003 school year. I just wanted to let you know that 2 years later, I am still reaping the benefits of that abroad experience. I was offered a position at Bank of America to work on a Latin American project earlier this year..."

Gregory Franklin

Global Entrepreneurship on-line course - Texas A&M University

"I actually had absolutely no idea that I would be doing this when I signed up for your class and only came across the opportunity a little over two months before the end of the semester. Your class has already been of great help, especially in getting a business plan together and things to keep in mind when doing business abroad. I am currently deep in the process of starting a my own business in the tourism industry in Nice, France."

Daniel Moore - Owner, President Experience France, LLC, Grand Mediterranean Tours - Nice

Fox School Alum Mr. Paul Gaspari Helping to Create Jobs in the Region through Exports - Temple University

"Exporting these days is actually a lot easier than you would think," Paul says. "It's my job to help advise companies through the small bureaucratic steps and give them the tools they need to make an overseas sale."

Mr. Paul Gaspari - Fox School IB Alumni, International Trade Rep, U.S. Export Assistance Center

Working Spanish - University of North Carolina

"When UNC-CIBER executive director Lynne Gerber first told me about Working Spanish, she emphasized that the course was designed for "busy working professionals and business students who need Spanish to do their jobs better but who don't have time to attend traditional language classes in a classroom on campus." The course appealed to me not only as a potential distance learning option for students at all 16 campuses of our UNC system schools, but also as an excellent professional development tool for UNC faculty and staff whose activities increasingly involve the Spanish-speaking world."

Molly Broad - president, UNC general administration

National Forum on Trade Policy - University of North Carolina

"The National Forum on Trade Policy is the only place where I can go to confer with colleagues from all across the nation and international trading partners about the full range of state and local policies and practices in response to globalization. It allows us to think about how we might work together to better connect the state and local experience with federal decision-makers."

Carol Conway - deputy director, Southern Growth Policies Board

Working Mandarin - University of North Carolina

"Working Mandarin was a wonderful resource to help me prepare for a study abroad semester in Shanghai. Those students who arrived in Shanghai with no knowledge of the language suffered more severe culture shock and very few of them left with more cultural and language knowledge than they had when they came."

Novak - , 2005 Duke MBA and Working Mandarin participant

International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

"I attended both the 4th (2001) and 5th (2003) Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty conferences and am eagerly looking forward with great intellectual hunger for the 6th, which is to be held May 14-19, 2005. There is no finer conference for community college faculty concerned with globalizing their curriculums anywhere in the country."

Mac McGuire - Program Coordinator- International Business, Forsyth Technical Community College

International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University

"This Institute was a truly unbelievable experience for me...Attending this Institute has given me many options and fresh ideas which will be shared with faculty members in my department... The networking was excellent! Sharing information and discussing the different international business programs with the participants was truly enlightening. I have already utilized at least one (simple) idea to better serve our students...Events like this Institute help us broaden our horizons..."

Paula - Texas

CIBER - Michigan State University

"MSU-CIBER represents one of the true success stories of the Title VI program on global competitiveness, administered by the U.S. Department of Education, that we established in 1990. MSU-CIBER is instrumental in helping Michigan and American firms be competitive in the global marketplace"

Donald W. Riegle, Jr. - Former U.S. Senator, Michigan

CIBER - Michigan State University

"The MSU-CIBER represents a great partnership between the nation's pioneer land-grant university and the U.S. Government to offer first-rate international business education and research"

Peter McPherson - President, Michigan State University (1993 - 2004)

Global Learning Beyond the Classroom - University of Washington

"Having the opportunity of leading a study tour to my country of origin, Argentina, was one of the most challenging and rewarding leadership experiences in the program"¦. During our adventure we visited varied companies and organizations, including Argentina's Central Bank and the Buenos Aires Stock Exchange; we ate merlot grapes directly from the vines at one of Argentina's best wineries in Mendoza province; we enjoyed executive treatment from the largest combine manufacturer in the country; and more importantly, we all became very close friends"¦ these people have left an indelible mark in my soul."

Flavio Kaplan - University of Washington MBA 2005

University of Michican CIBER Faculty - University of Michigan

A three-year grant from CIBE has provided much-needed support for our research project, "Globalization and Competition." This collaborative effort with Professor Margaret Levenstein focuses on both international cartels and export cartels.

Valerie Y. Suslow - Associate Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, Ross School of Business

Summer Institute Program for Business Communication in Language - University of Pennsylvania

"Penn Lauder CIBER with the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education offered an extremely innovative and highly engaging 30-hour intensive business language program."

Eileen Angelini, Ph.D. - Associate Professor of Foreign Languages, Director of the Foreign Language Program - Philadelphia University

The Global Outsourcing Conference - Purdue University

"The goal of this conference is to provide different perspectives on the issue of outsourcing," explained Professor Ingo Walter, Stern School of Business. "The Global Outsourcing Conference offers a forum in which leading institutions' researchers can come together in one venue to provide a comprehensive overview and discussion on the issue."

Ingo Walter - Professor, Stern School of Business

CIBER - University of Kansas

"The University of Kansas CIBER affords our local business community ready access to the talent of students and faculty in assessing the export market potentials of their products. It's a winning combination."

John J. Watson - Director, Kansas Department of Commerce

Developing Women Entrepreneurs for the Global Marketplace - Temple University

"Before attending the Temple CIBER conference on Developing Women Entrepreneurs for the Global Marketplace, I would have never asked for help entering the global marketplace or realized the importance of the internet..."

Helen Glickenstein - Owner, Glickenstein Contemporary Art Gallery