The University of Memphis Worldwide Winter 2024 Magazine
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Table of Contents

Letter from the Director
Letter from Rebecca Laumann.

UofM Celebrates Significant Anniversaries within International Studies Programs
Students studying abroad are benefitting from partnerships established decades before, some of which are commemorating 40 years of collaboration with the University.

The Nenon Way
The Nenons share their love for encouraging students to study abroad.

20+ Years of Memphis-Mainz Exchange
The UofM and Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz began a relationship more than twenty years ago which continues to allow both students and faculty the opportunity to go abroad and experience new cultures.

Architectural Sketch Tour of Scotland
A tour of Edinburgh and Glasgow, Scotland broadens UofM architecture and design student’s foundational skills in sketching.

A Look Back - Zeniya Lyons Recalls Time Abroad with Nostalgia
UofM alumna Zeniya Lyons credits her experience studying abroad as a student in Sejong, South Korea to opening doors to allow her to one day become an English teacher there. 

Wide World of Music
The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is bursting with talented students from around the globe who are bringing their cultural heritage to influence the sounds on stage.

Student Reflections on Studying Abroad
Studying abroad is an investment in personal and professional growth, UofM students reminisce on their international experiences.

Intensive English for Internationals Program Continues to Roar
The Intensive English for Internationals program at the UofM is paving the way for international students to master the English language.

Grants & External Scholarships

Q&A with Dr. Balaji Krishnan

Event Photos


Letter from director
uofm-celebrates significant anniversaries within international studies programs
The Nenon's lasting impacton International Education Knows no Bounds
20 years of Memphis-Mainz Exchange
A tour of Edinburgh and Glasgow, Scotland broadens UofM architecture and design student’s foundational skills in sketching.
UofM alumna Zeniya Lyons credits her experience studying abroad as a student in Sejong, South Korea to opening doors to allow her to one day become an English teacher there.
The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is bursting with talented students from around the globe who are bringing their cultural heritage to influence the sounds on stage.
Student Reflections on studying abroad
Intensive English for Internationals Program Continues to ROAR
Grants and External Scholarships
Q&A with Dr. Balaji Krishnan
Event Photos from around the world

PRESIDENT
Bill Hardgrave

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Michele Ehrhart

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Wendy Adams

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