oia annual report 2014-2015
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OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSANNUAL REPORT
2014 - 2015
STRATEGIC GOALS
Provide leadership and central sup-port to enhance global engagement at home and abroad.
Develop focused strategic partners for enhancing global engagement.
Enhance student academic success by integrating global perspectives and internationally engaged learn-ing experiences into programs on campus and abroad.
Promote faculty and staff global scholarship and research.
Increase global extension, engage-ment, and economic development activities.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THE OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
LEADERSHIP AND CENTRAL SUPPORT
STRATEGIC PARTNERS
ENHANCE STUDENT ACADEMIC SUCCESS
FACULTY AND STAFF GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIP
GLOBAL EXTENSION, ENGAGEMENT, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
ABOUT THE OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
The Office of International Affairs (OIA) supports the University’s over-all mission of being locally respon-sive to the needs of our community while promoting globally engaged research, education, and economic development programs that address the grand challenges of our global society. OIA provides university-level leadership, innovation, and coordina-tion to equip students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve with the global knowledge, cultural under-standing, skills, and experience to succeed in the new global economy.
OIA collaborates with other units and our strategic partners in creation, im-plementation, and coordination of in-tegrative, multidisciplinary, and glob-ally focused education, research, and economic development programs to address the grand challenges of our global society. OIA serves as the “University Center for Global Engagement” by supporting global partnerships, promoting international programs, planning and managing global activities, assisting academic planning for global knowledge/expe-rience requirements, and providing logistical support for all international engagement on campus and abroad.
NC State is a recipient of the 2014 Senator Paul Simon Award
for Campus Internationalization, an honor presented by NAFSA:
The Association of International Educators. The award recognizes
universities that are making significant, well-planned, well-exe-
cuted, and well-documented progress toward comprehensive in-
ternationalization - especially those using innovative and creative
approaches.
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SENATOR PAUL SIMONCOMPREHENSIVE AWARD
locally responsive.globally engaged.
HIGHLIGHTSIN GROWTH
from 2013-2014 to 2014-2015
in the past 3 years to $245,750in study abroad funding this year
increase in participation rates amongracial/ethnic minority students since 2011-2012
increase from 538 to 568 J-1 research scholars
from 3,413 to 3,774 international students
from 1,180 to 1,249 total out-goingNC State students in study abroad
+10.5%
+5.5%
+6%
+44%
+36%
NC State ranks
in the state and
nationally in internationalstudent enrollment.
1st38th
UNITS OF OIAOIA provides the overall leadership and coordination of NC State’s international pro-
grams and globalization strategies.
global training initiative (GTI)
intensive english program (IEP)
office of international services (OIS)
study abroad office (SAO)
The Global Training Inititative provides programming and support for visiting international
students and educational training for international groups.
The Office of International Services provides support and services for international students,
faculty, and staff.
The Intensive English Program is a full-time, noncredit academic English language and culture
training program.
The Study Abroad Office serves students by providing many opportunities to study all over
the world.
ncsu.edu/gti
internationalservices.ncsu.edu
iep.oia.ncsu.edu
studyabroad.ncsu.edu
confucius institute (CI)
japan center
The Confucius Institute enhances cultural understanding and expands knowledge of the
Chinese culture.
The Japan Center works to strengthen North Carolina’s ties with Japan and to provide
resources for those interested in academic, cultural, or economic ties with Japan.
oia.ncsu.edu/confucius
ncsu.edu/ncjapancenter
global health initiative (GHI)
peace corps office
The Global Heath Initiative works to increase campus community activities related to global
health and aims to enhance collaboration in research, education, and engagement.
The Peace Corps Office aims to recruit NC graduates to serve as volunteers and also provides
services for returned Peace Corps Volunteers in North Carolina.
oia.ncsu.edu/globalhealth
oia.ncsu.edu/peacecorps
1LEADERSHIP AND CENTRAL SUPPORTProvide leadership and central support to enhance global engagement at home and abroad.In support of Goal 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, Pathway to the Future
International Zone at PackapaloozaOIA hosted the International Zone at Packapalooza, exposing more than
55,000 people to the diverse global community of NC State. The zone featured
interactive and engaging cultural activities and a Parade of Flags.
2014 - 2015 Major Achievements
Global Climate Change LectureMore than 600 people attended a lecture on Global Climate Change by Nobel Laureate and NC State alum-
nus Dr. Rajendra Pachauri in September 2014.
View a video of the event: http://oia.ncsu.edu/pachauri-lecture
US-China Summit: Cultivating World Class LeadersMore than 200 people attended the
4th Biennial North Carolina Summit
on US-China Education at the Friday
Institute for Educational Innovation.
The Summit is organized every two
years for North Carolina education,
government, and business leaders
to witness how NC has grown in
Chinese language and cultural pro-
grams, and to cultivate collaboration
to meet the growing demand of Chi-
nese language in NC. The next Sum-
mit will be held in 2016, hosted by
the Friday Institute.
US Department of State Diaspora Tour at NC StateThe Secretary’s Office of Global Partnerships and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
launched the International Diaspora Engagement Alliance in 2011. It has since become one of the U.S. Gov-
ernment’s most well-known avenues for diaspora community engagement to aid development in their coun-
tries. The Diaspora Tour takes Washington on the road and brought U.S. Government diaspora engagement
to NC State in September 2014. The event included an engaging panel of community members, industry
representatives, and NC State faculty and students.
2STRATEGIC PARTNERSDevelop focused strategic partners for enhancing global engagement.In support of Goal 5, Pathway to the Future
Strengthening PartnershipsIn 2014-2015, OIA strengthened engagement with strategically important partnerships and continued
to support internationalization efforts. We signed or renewed 25 Memorandums of Understanding
(MOUs) and agreements with international institutions to implement programs ranging from student
and faculty exchange to education and academic training. While MOUs formalized new relationships
with the Embassy of Oman, University of Zagreb, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, renewed
agreements bolstered our longstanding ties with Nagoya University, University of Costa Rica, and In-
dian Institute of Technology-Kanpur. These contracts demonstrate OIA’s success in expanding strategic
partnerships that leverage mutual strengths and facilitate opportunities for faculty to internationalize
research and teaching activities.
UGPN Research Collaboration FundOIA, in collaboration with strategic partners, facilitated the fourth cycle of the funding program, supporting
international activities leading to high quality research collaborations between researchers at UGPN part-
ner institutions. Six projects were selected to receive funding out of a total of 16 proposals. NC State fac-
ulty were well-represented on this fourth funding cycle with representation on 14 out of the 16 proposals.
2014 - 2015 Major Achievements
Adelaide-NC State Research Starter GrantsThe strategic partnership between the University of Adelaide and North Carolina State University
leverages complementary strengths and trans-disciplinary scholarship to advance collaborative re-
search and academic exchanges. This year, OIA called for joint proposals for the development of
research collaborations, granting up to $20,000 per proposal. These grants are designed to foster
and grow early-stage research partnerships into more substantive engagement, eventually leading to
international research training for graduate students or early career faculty, publication of joint papers
from collaborative research, or follow-on joint research bids.
Welcoming DelegationsOIA hosted 35 delegations for a total of 148 visitors who met with faculty and university leaders, con-
ducted research seminars and workshop sessions. One such delegation was part of the Global Training
Initiative’s (GTI’s) Nagoya Training program. In partnerships with Nagoya University in Japan, GTI hosted
a 2-week program for 16 Nagoya University students majoring in various science and engineering pro-
grams. This comprehensive program allowed the students to learn from researchers at NC State and in
private industry. The program included visits to various labs around the NC State campus, the French-
Family Science Center at Duke University, the research campus in Kannapolis, as well as site visits to
major companies such as Monsanto, Syngenta, and Eisai.
Global Scholars Gather for UGPN ConferenceNC State hosted the University Global Partnership Network (UGPN) Conference
March 23-24, 2015 at Hunt Library. The conference brought together researchers,
academics, administrators, and staff from the three member institutions: University
of Surrey, University of Sao Paulo, and NC State--as well as participants from other
leading organizations and institutions. The focus is on expansion of joint research
collaboration within a strategic framework that will advance “Innovation in Sustain-
able Research Collaboration and Scientific Exchange.” The program consisted of
seminar presentations, themed panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
3ENHANCE STUDENT ACADEMIC SUCCESSEnhance student academic success by integrating global perspectives and internationally engaged learning experiences into programs on campus and abroad.In support of Goals 1 & 3, Pathway to the Future
2014 - 2015 Major AchievementsInternational student enrollment increased for the 10th consecutive year for a total of 3,774 students,
placing NC State as 38th in the nation among international student enrollment at Doctoral institutions
according to the 2014 Open Doors report. NC State remains the #1 institution in the State for interna-
tional student enrollment.
Facilitating the success of international students and researchers from more than 117 countries makes
a significant impact on elevating academic and research programs at NC State toward becoming more
global, diverse, and relevant. Both these international students and researchers, and the domestic
students and faculty they interact with, are becoming the next generation of leaders of the state, the
nation, and the world.
Undergraduate InternationalStudent SuccessOIS launched a new orientation volunteer program
for Undergraduate students, called the Culture to Cul-
ture Ambassador Program (CCAP). CCAP mentors
assist fellow undergraduate international students
before they arrive and during the first few weeks at
NC State. Ambassadors provide fundamental support
to their mentees by introducing them to campus life
at NC State, making them aware of the academic re-
sources available, and helping them acclimate to life
in Raleigh. The program requires a commitment of
one semester, and if completed successfully, the stu-
dent ambassadors receive a certificate at the end.
Social Media Leveraged to Increase Study Abroad ParticipationDuring the 2014-2015 academic year, ap-
proximately 1,250 students participated in
study abroad programs, an increase of 6%
from the previous year. Thanks to social me-
dia, you can follow the journey and hear their
stories as they happen. The Study Abroad
Office implemented a new #PackAbroad
photo-journalism and social media schol-
arship where students received training
from a professional NC State photographer.
First Annual Chancellor’s Study Abroad Scholarship Funds Nine StudentsNine students received the Chancellor’s Study Abroad Scholarship for 2014, the program’s in-
augural year. Increasing access to international experiences is a strategic priority for the uni-
versity, but the scholarship is also intended to increase the diversity in study abroad par-
ticipants by targeting underrepresented groups. For 2015, Chancellor Randy Woodson is
doubling the Chancellor’s Study Abroad Scholarships budget to $50,000, with each of 20 to 25
selected students receiving $2,000 to $2,500 toward an international educational experience.
Saudi Students Choose NC StateThe Global Training Initiative partnered with
the Intensive English Program to develop
and deliver a nine month noncredit prepara-
tory program for 15 gifted Saudi students
called the King Abdullah School of Science
& Math (KAUST) Foundation Year Program.
Eight will be matriculating in the fall as new
freshman, choosing NC State over top-tier
institutions. The Global Training Initiative and
Intensive English Program will welcome the
second round of KAUST students this fall.
Cultural Exchange Network Connects SKEMA Students to Campus LifeThe Global Training Initiative was the primary facilitator of the integration and support of 659
SKEMA French Business School Students. Part of the integration included participation in the grow-
ing Cultural Exchange Network program, with more than 814 participants. The program connects
NC State students to SKEMA students and students from GTI partner schools in Brazil, China,
and Taiwan. Members participate in activities, seminars, and workshops throughout the year.
Seed Grant Program Awarded 29K for International ProjectsIn partnership with the University Standing Committee on International Programs, OIA funded six
Internationalization Seed Grant Proposals for a total of $29,060. These 6 proposals, representing 11
faculty from College of Design, College of Education, College of Engineering, College of Textiles, Poole
College of Management, and the Graduate School, were selected from 21 submissions. Proposals
were evaluated based on: significance and relevance to the university; novelty; feasibility of funding
and implementation; long-term sustainability; and the global impact for students, staff and faculty.
Faculty Recognized for Global EngagementMore than 100 faculty, staff, and students attended the the Global Engagement Exposition to learn
about NC State’s achievements in internationalization and to recognize global award nominees and
recipients. Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Warwick Arden recognized three faculty and staff for
Leadership in International Education; nine faculty nominees and three winners for the Outstanding
Global Engagement Award; and three nominees and one winner for the Jackson Rigney International
Service Award. The event also featured a poster session showcasing engagement in international
research, teaching, and extension.
4FACULTY & STAFF GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIPPromote faculty and staff global scholarship and researchIn support of Goals 2, 3 & 4, Pathway to the Future
2014 - 2015 Major Achievements
International Grant DevelopmentSignificant progress was made this year in leading and
facilitating faculty for international grant development.
OIA units obtained a total of $800,000 from multiple
foundations and sponsored programs, and assisted a
$1.5 million grant for the College of Education.
Dr. Hiller Spires and her team at the College of Edu-
cation are breaking new ground in Suzhou, China to
build a new school that will educate students using
creative thinking and problem-solving skills. The part-
nership in China resulted from seed funding and a del-
egation visit led by OIA in 2007. “By drawing on the
best of Chinese education and the best of American
education, the model school will represent advanced
thinking in contemporary education,” said Spires.
Visiting Scholars Have Big ImpactThe number of visiting research scholars increased 5.5%
from 538 to 568 J-1 research scholars. The scholars have
a big impact on research and are making significant con-
tributions to teaching and research programs at NC State.
Dr. Zhilin Li (pictured to the right), of the Mathematics
Department, has hosted scholars from Spain, Moldova,
and China. He recommends looking into NC State’s part-
ner universities for opportunities to collaborate with and
host scholars, which can be a real benefit for faculty. He
says the benefits extend even after a visiting scholar has
returned home because “once they go back, they will re-
member you and continue your research.” The list of NC
State partner institutions can be found at oia.ncsu.edu.
Funding for Global Scholarship & ResearchOIA invested $140,000 to support faculty international activities by funding multiple research collabo-
ration proposals including Internationalization Seed Grants, University Global Partnership Network Re-
search Collaboration Fund, and Adelaide-NC State Research Starter Grants.
5GLOBAL EXTENSION, ENGAGEMENT, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTIncrease global extension, engagement and economic development activitiesIn support of Goals 1 & 5, Pathway to the Future
2014 - 2015 Major Achievements
OIA Strengthens Partership with US Citizenship & Immigration ServicesOIA continued to strengthen its partnership
with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Ser-
vices (USCIS) this year. In addition to the
annual citizenship ceremony held during
International Education Month, OIA hosted
a large ceremony at Hunt Library on July
30th for 180 new citizens whose originally
planned ceremony was canceled due to a
hurricane. Additionally, OIA hosted a USCIS
workshop on campus during the Spring 2015
semester for educators to learn best prac-
tices for teaching citizenship preparation.
Chinese Language LearningOpportunitiesThe Confucius Institute (CI) provided Chinese classes for over 3,600 students and language
and culture programming for over 90,000 people across NC. CI awarded $6,000 in prizes to fi-
nalists in the 6th Annual North Carolina Chinese Speech and Writing Contests and donated
over $6,000 worth of Chinese language materials to schools to support language programs.
6th Annual Chinese Language ContestThe Confucius Institute hosted its 6th Annual Chinese Language Contest, attracting a to-
tal of 428 participants across NC to compete in Chinese speaking and writing. The CI cre-
ated the contest to encourage new language learners and to create a platform for students to
see that students like them can study and learn Chinese. As Chinese language programs are
growing across the State, this contest has seen tremendous growth in participation and sup-
port. This year, prizes to the 39 students that competed in the finals totaled over $6,000.
Bookstore Launches New Products to Celebrate NC State’s Global DiversityNC State Bookstores has partnered with the Office of International Affairs to introduce a new line of
products to celebrate NC State’s diversity and global reach. A t-shirt and mug featuring a design based
on the word WOLPACK depicted in various languages are currently on sale at the NC State Bookstore.
Japan Center Instrumental in Recruiting Japanese Business to Wake CountyThe NC Japan Center played a crucial role in recruiting CBC Americas Corp. to North Carolina. The cor-
poration plans to move its headquarters from New York to Wake County to open a distribution center,
creating about 100 jobs and investing at least $3.5 million in North Carolina over the next five years.
The deal was announced by CBC’s Senior Executive Vice President and COO Kazuhiko
Kondo, Governor Pat McCrory, State Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla III, and Chancel-
lor Randy Woodson at the Japan Center on April 22, 2015. McCrory said Dr. John Baugh, the
center’s director, and the center’s staff were resources throughout the recruitment process.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Contributors:
Dr. Bailian Li, Vice Provost for International AffairsDavid Dixon, Manager of Global PartnershipsAnna Lamm, Confucius Institute DirectorMichael Bustle, Associate Vice Provost for International Affairs & Global Training Initiative DirectorKarin Sandler, Intensive English Program DirectorJohn Baugh, Japan Center DirectorElizabeth James, Office of International Services DirectorIngrid Schmidt, Associate Vice Provost for International Affairs & Study Abroad Director
Megan Winzeler, EditorKaren Ives, EditorStephanie Huang, Graphic Designer
