July 2020 Newsletter

You have probably heard the news that U.S. Immigration and Customs issued a rule on July 6, 2020 that international students will not be able to take ONLY online courses and remain legally in the U.S. this fall. We understand that these are stressful times so please know you are welcome and valued.

Check out the center's list of training and funding opportunities divided by school. Many of the programs have been delayed due to COVID-19, so we included new virtual opportunities as well.

Ciheb Rwanda and UNICEF are partnering to train and mentor healthcare providers in Rwanda and build local capacity in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV.

The Academy of Health Sciences in Syria will provide an overview of how medical higher education in the Middle East is affected by war and the effects of the Arab Spring.

The worldwide spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically heightened awareness of the importance of global learning for all. The methods, mindsets, and interdependent nature of global learning have become increasingly relevant.

More than 1,800 scientists and students from academia, NGOs, government and the private sector will present, learn, and collaborate to address some of the pressing challenges our world faces at this annual must[attend event on global health.

For the latest information and resources on COVID-19 at UMB, check out the university's FAQs and community guidance.

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