Kirkwood Community College is stepping up its efforts to welcome more international students, especially from Africa, despite the tough visa challenges that many applicants face. According to Elizabeth O’Brien of the Global Learning Office, the department works year-round to bring students from around the world to Kirkwood, [Continue Reading »]
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International Education Week at Kirkwood Community College is a weeklong celebration of the impact global learning and international education experiences have in preparing students for successful careers in a global economy. The week not only highlights this impact but also provides students and faculty with numerous opportunities to [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]As an African student from Ghana studying at Kirkwood Community College, one of my daily struggles isn’t academic; it’s food. Each time I walk into the campus cafeteria, I’m met with the same routine: French fries, pizza or maybe a scone. Those are my go-to meals, not because [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]For many international students, studying abroad is a lifelong dream: a chance to access world-class education, gain global exposure, and pursue careers that can transform their lives and communities. However, in recent years, that dream has become increasingly difficult to achieve. The process of securing a student visa [Continue Reading »]
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