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Hosting Opportunities Available for Global UGRAD in Eurasia and Central Asia

The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program in Eurasia and Central Asia (Global UGRAD ) is now accepting applications from two- and four-year institutions to host outstanding leaders from 12 countries for the 2012-2013 Academic Year.

The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program in Eurasia and Central Asia (Global UGRAD ) is now accepting applications from two- and four-year institutions to host outstanding leaders from 12 countries for the 2012-2013 Academic Year. Fellows are current undergraduate students from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan.

IREX President to Speak on Arab Spring and International Development

IREX President W. Robert Pearson will be a panelist to discuss democratic movements and international development efforts in the Middle East at an event organized by the Society for International Development Washington Chapter.

IREX President W. Robert Pearson will be a panelist to discuss democratic movements and international development efforts in the Middle East at an event organized by the Society for International Development Washington Chapter.

SID-Washington Chapter Event

The Arab Winter and the Effect on International Development 

Global UGRAD - Pakistan Program Offers Hosting Opportunities for Fall 2012

The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program in Pakistan (Global UGRAD – Pakistan) is now accepting applications from two and four-year institutions to host outstanding leaders from Pakistan during the Fall 2012 academic semester.

The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program in Pakistan (Global UGRAD – Pakistan) is now accepting applications from two and four-year institutions to host outstanding leaders from Pakistan during the Fall 2012 academic semester.

Taking Our Mission Local: IREX Employees Support 826DC

In over 100 countries from Armenia to Zimbabwe, IREX enables local individuals and institutions to make a better world. While we share a passion for international action, IREX headquarters employees also strive to make a difference here in the Washington Metropolitan Area.

In over 100 countries from Armenia to Zimbabwe, IREX enables local individuals and institutions to make a better world. While we share a passion for international action, IREX headquarters employees also strive to make a difference here in the Washington Metropolitan Area. As a way of giving back to the community, IREX holds a silent auction of gift donations made by staff and IREX service providers during our annual holiday party.

Fall 2011 TEA and ILEP Alumni Small Grants Award Recipients Announced

IREX is pleased to announce the recipients of the fall 2011 TEA and ILEP Alumni Small Grants competition. 20 alumni of the Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (TEA) and 11 alumni of the International Leaders in Education Program (ILEP) will receive funding to support their innovative small grant project ideas.

IREX is pleased to announce the recipients of the fall 2011 TEA and ILEP Alumni Small Grants competition. 20 alumni of the Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (TEA) and 11 alumni of the International Leaders in Education Program (ILEP) will receive funding to support their innovative small grant project ideas.

2011 U.S. Scholars Photo Contest Results

Congratulations to Alan DeYoung, the winner of this year's US Scholar Photo Contest!

Alan DeYoung was a 2009-2010 Embassy Policy Specialist (EPS). His research project is entitled "Gender and Academic Subculture(s) in Contemporary Tajik Universitites."

Congratulations to Alan DeYoung, the winner of this year's U.S. Scholars Photo Contest!

Alan DeYoung was a 2009-2010 Embassy Policy Specialist (EPS). His research project is entitled "Gender and Academic Subculture(s) in Contemporary Tajik Universitites."

Global UGRAD-Pakistan Cultural Passport Winners Announced

 

IREX is pleased to announce the winners of the Fall 2011 Cultural Passport to America competition for the Global UGRAD-Pakistan program. Sonia (University of Arkansas), Maira (Eastern Washington University), Marbaila (Humboldt State University), and Durreshawar (SUNY-Plattsburgh) were selected as exemplary cultural ambassadors because of their participation in a diverse array of cultural events and their regular reflections through blog posts sharing their experiences.

IREX is pleased to announce the winners of the Fall 2011 Cultural Passport to America competition for the Global UGRAD-Pakistan program.

Announcing the Winners of the Global UGRAD-Pakistan Fall 2011 Video Competition

IREX extends its congratulations to the winners of the Fall 2011 Global UGRAD-Pakistan program video competition, “A Day in the Life of a Global UGRAD-Pakistan Fellow.” Hammad, studying at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, and Hassan, studying at Arkansas State University, won for their outstanding videos showcasing their experiences at a U.S. college or university and what they have learned about American culture and values. 

IREX extends its congratulations to the winners of the Fall 2011 Global UGRAD-Pakistan program video competition, “A Day in the Life of a Global UGRAD-Pakistan Fellow.” Hammad, stu

Alumni Fight Corruption in Kazakhstan with Award-Winning Videos

Muskie program and Global UGRAD program alumni are among the winners of Open Your Eyes, a social advertising competition sponsored by the Soros Foundation Kazakhstan.  As members of the Alumni Leaders League (ALL) of Kazakhstan, the alumni submitted the first-place video “Corruption is Dirt” and “Corruption and Prices,” winner of an audience award. 

Muskie program and Global UGRAD program alumni are among the winners of Open Your Eyes, a social advertising competition sponsored by the Soros Foundation Kazakhstan.

IREX Seeking Interviewers for 2012 Community Solutions Program Selection Process

The deadline is December 2, 2011. 

IREX is seeking qualified experts to interview and evaluate applicants for the 2012-2013 Community Solutions Program.  Ideal candidates will have country-specific experience in one of the 50 eligible countries, experience working on community development initiatives, and/or working knowledge in one of the program’s four thematic areas (women’s issues, transparency and accountability, environmental issues and/or tolerance/conflict resolution).

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