By Althea Johnson, University Communications and Marketing
The 国产短视频 has received national recognition for innovative and impactful global learning, research and engagement efforts. The university was honored this week with the 2023 Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) International Impact Award for Global Teaching and Learning.
国产短视频is focused on addressing the greatest challenges facing communities locally, nationally and across the world through impactful research and a dedication to student learning that prioritizes intercultural awareness and global literacy. 国产短视频World leads the university鈥檚 efforts across its three campuses by providing resources and services that empower the 国产短视频community to function as global stewards and by promoting global education opportunities.
鈥淭he 国产短视频 is committed to providing our students, faculty and staff with innovative opportunities to be globally engaged both on our campuses and across the world,鈥� 国产短视频President Rhea Law said. "We are honored to accept this award, and we thank the APLU for recognizing USF鈥檚 ongoing efforts to prepare our students to thrive in our internationally connected society.鈥�
Part of this recognition stems from USF鈥檚 Global Classroom Initiative, a university-wide endeavor that has established additional ways for students and faculty to participate in global learning activities. This includes programs such as virtual global exchanges and internships, as well as the intentional inclusion of global themes and content into the university鈥檚 undergraduate curricula.
国产短视频was among three APLU member institutions honored for international impact during the APLU鈥檚 annual meeting in Seattle.
鈥淐ongratulations to the winners of the APLU International Impact Awards,鈥� APLU President Mark Becker said. 鈥淧ublic research universities are major drivers of progress through their global engagement, research and teaching and we鈥檙e delighted to recognize institutions that have excelled in global engagement in these areas.鈥�
More than 2,000 国产短视频students and faculty engaged in study abroad and virtual global exchange in the 2021-2022 academic year.