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For Release: Nov 13, 2007
New Report Highlights Four Outstanding Recipients of the 2007 Senator Paul Simon Award for Internationalization
WASHINGTON – A new report released today by NAFSA: Association of International Educators showcases the accomplishments of the four distinguished recipients of the 2007 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization. Marking its fifth anniversary, Internationalizing the Campus: Profiles of Success at Colleges and Universities highlights model approaches and practices in internationalization at colleges and universities across the United States. The recipients of this year’s awards are: Calvin College, Elon University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and The University of Oklahoma.
Named for the late Senator Paul Simon, (D–Ill.), the award seeks to recognize institutions where international education is broadly infused across the learning environment. Senator Simon was a strong advocate for international education throughout his career in public service. His efforts were instrumental in the creation of the National Security Education Program, and his visionary leadership remains central to current efforts to establish a national program to greatly increase the number of American students who study abroad.
“We are pleased to recognize this year’s Simon Award winners for their excellence in international education,” said NAFSA Executive Director and CEO Marlene Johnson. “In this global age, the internationalization of higher education is of paramount importance. It is our honor to recognize these schools who serve as role models for the field by their leadership in and dedication to weaving international education into the fabric of the institution.”
Internationalizing the Campus 2007 takes an in-depth look at these U.S. colleges and universities that are leaders in their commitment to creating a college experience with a global perspective. The 2007 Simon Award winners, Calvin College, Elon University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and The University of Oklahoma, are each recognized for the support and participation of their campus leadership, faculty, visiting scholars, staff, students, and communities in creating an integrated global approach to the curriculum, campus programs, and outreach on their campuses. By capturing the breadth and depth of accomplishment in internationalization at U.S. colleges and universities, the NAFSA report presents an agenda for action at a time when institutions across the country are increasingly recognizing the need to better prepare students for a global economy and an interconnected world.
Two additional schools are recognized in this year’s report for special achievement in a particular program or initiative related to international education. Shoreline Community College in Washington is recognized for its International Program Advisory Committee, and Valparaiso University in Indiana is acknowledged for its substantial and distinctive commitment to integrating international issues into the curriculum.
The 2007 selection jury included Stephen Dunnett (jury chair; University of Buffalo-SUNY), Jon Booth (Syracuse University), Linda Melville (University of New Mexico), Wendy Weiner (Chatham College), Ron Roberson (Howard Community College), and Brian Whalen (Dickinson College).
To view Internationalizing the Campus 2007: Profiles of Success at Colleges and Universities, go to http://www.nafsa.org/2007itc.
Named for the late Senator Paul Simon, (D–Ill.), the award seeks to recognize institutions where international education is broadly infused across the learning environment. Senator Simon was a strong advocate for international education throughout his career in public service. His efforts were instrumental in the creation of the National Security Education Program, and his visionary leadership remains central to current efforts to establish a national program to greatly increase the number of American students who study abroad.
“We are pleased to recognize this year’s Simon Award winners for their excellence in international education,” said NAFSA Executive Director and CEO Marlene Johnson. “In this global age, the internationalization of higher education is of paramount importance. It is our honor to recognize these schools who serve as role models for the field by their leadership in and dedication to weaving international education into the fabric of the institution.”
Internationalizing the Campus 2007 takes an in-depth look at these U.S. colleges and universities that are leaders in their commitment to creating a college experience with a global perspective. The 2007 Simon Award winners, Calvin College, Elon University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and The University of Oklahoma, are each recognized for the support and participation of their campus leadership, faculty, visiting scholars, staff, students, and communities in creating an integrated global approach to the curriculum, campus programs, and outreach on their campuses. By capturing the breadth and depth of accomplishment in internationalization at U.S. colleges and universities, the NAFSA report presents an agenda for action at a time when institutions across the country are increasingly recognizing the need to better prepare students for a global economy and an interconnected world.
Two additional schools are recognized in this year’s report for special achievement in a particular program or initiative related to international education. Shoreline Community College in Washington is recognized for its International Program Advisory Committee, and Valparaiso University in Indiana is acknowledged for its substantial and distinctive commitment to integrating international issues into the curriculum.
The 2007 selection jury included Stephen Dunnett (jury chair; University of Buffalo-SUNY), Jon Booth (Syracuse University), Linda Melville (University of New Mexico), Wendy Weiner (Chatham College), Ron Roberson (Howard Community College), and Brian Whalen (Dickinson College).
To view Internationalizing the Campus 2007: Profiles of Success at Colleges and Universities, go to http://www.nafsa.org/2007itc.
