Gateway International Group Education Abroad Scholarship
Contributing to sustainable growth and access to education abroad.
In keeping with Gateway International Group’s mission, whose goal is the acceleration of international learning and engagement by assisting institutions and organizations around the world to succeed in a new era of higher education, we established the Gateway Pledge that ensures the perennial support of Gateway International Group Education Abroad Scholarship Program.
Through Gateway Pledge, we demonstrate and reiterate our commitment to leading and contributing to the next generation of international education. Gateway Pledge is a proactive approach to create a more sustainable and responsible education abroad ecosystem that benefits both the industry and the community.
We recognise that the Gateway Community Investment is a team effort that is supported directly by the expertise of the Gateway Affiliates, operational contribution of the Gateway Associates, client projects and the international education community.
Gateway International Group has made the commitment to allocate 3% of revenue to support traditionally underrepresented student participation in international learning and engagement. We have designated the Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) as a recipient of funds gathered through Gateway’s Virtual Education Abroad Office. FEA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides scholarships and ongoing support to students who are underrepresented in U.S. education abroad.
The Gateway Education Abroad Scholarship was crafted to increase access to education abroad programs specifically among populations who traditionally were unable to access experiential learning opportunities. Preference for the Gateway International Group Education Abroad Scholarship is given to applicants who are first-generation college students, or those whose home or college of study are in Kentucky. The Gateway International Group Education Abroad Scholarship provides between $1,000 to $10,000 to U.S. citizens or permanent residents currently enrolled as an undergraduate at a college or university in the U.S.
2022-2023
2022-2023
2023-2024
2023-2024
2023-2024
Please join us in supporting international learning and engagement. Your contribution to the Gateway International Group Education Abroad Scholarship is an investment in international learning and engagement.
“Hello” in your host country’s language: Konnichiwa
Home Institution (your U.S. University/College): SUNY Geneseo
Expected graduation year: 2023
Destination city & country: Tokyo, Japan
Program provider: Rikkyo University
Major/minor: History
Demographics: Hispanic/Latinx, First-Generation American, First-Generation College Student
Future career aspirations:
Top 3 goals for your time abroad:
Home Institution: University of Kentucky
Expected Graduation Year: 2024
Academic Major / Minor: International Studies / Political Science & Peace Studies
Destination: Tokyo, Japan
“Hello” in your host country’s language: こんにちは
Demographics: Asian/Asian American, First-Generation American, First-Generation College Student
Future Career Goals: To work in a government level role that specializes in global diplomacy/politics.
Top Three Study Abroad Goals: To experience as many parts/prefectures of Japan as possible; To learn how to be independent mentally and financially; To improve my Japanese skills up to a comfortable conversational level.
Pronouns: He/him
Home Institution: Western Kentucky University
Expected Graduation: 2025
Major / Minor: Electrical Engineering
Study Abroad Location: Kyoto, Japan
“Hello” in your host country’s language: こんにちは！
Program Provider: CIEE
Identity: First-Generation College Student, Returning/Adult Learner
Future Career Goals: I wish to work in robotics and would love to make business trips to Japan for work in that field.
Top 3 Goals for your time abroad: Immersion, Exploration, Education
Pronouns: She/her
Home Institution: University of Louisville
Expected Graduation: 2025
Major / Minor: Asian Studies
Study Abroad Location: Seoul, South Korea
“Hello” in your host country’s language: 안녕하세요!
Program Provider: USAC
Identity: First-Generation College Student
Future Career Goals: Whether it be as a college professor here in the states informing students on the intricacies of East Asian culture, or as an English teacher overseas, I know that my career goals are to teach the future generations!
Top 3 Goals for your time abroad: My goals while studying abroad are: to learn Korean, to make meaningful connections with those around me, and to generally step out of my comfort zone and embrace new experiences, places, and people.
Home Institution: University of Kentucky
Expected Graduation Year: 2024
Academic Major / Minor: International Studies / Political Science & Peace Studies
Destination: Tokyo, Japan
“Hello” in your host country’s language: こんにちは
Demographics: Asian/Asian American, First-Generation American, First-Generation College Student
Future Career Goals: To work in a government level role that specializes in global diplomacy/politics.
Top Three Study Abroad Goals: To experience as many parts/prefectures of Japan as possible; To learn how to be independent mentally and financially; To improve my Japanese skills up to a comfortable conversational level.
Dive into a nuanced exploration of the global discourse surrounding higher education in the United States. Join us for a panel discussion with esteemed international educators as we embark on a journey through the lenses of culture and international perspective, examining how global audiences interpret and engage with the ‘anti-woke’ discourse within the context of U.S. higher education. This engaging panel discussion will delve into the intersections of culture, ideology, and education, and the complex landscape of how international audiences perceive the ‘anti-woke’ narrative that has emerged within U.S. academia.
Whether you’re a senior international officer, or simply curious about the diverse viewpoints shaping U.S. higher education, this podcast episode will provide an invaluable space for critical analysis and insightful conversations.
Fanta Aw is a distinguished leader in international education, renowned for her extensive contributions to global learning, cross-cultural understanding, and educational equity. With a deep commitment to fostering connections between diverse cultures and promoting educational excellence, she has significantly impacted the international education community.
Fanta Aw’s career has been characterized by her dedication to advancing global education initiatives, promoting diversity and inclusion, and nurturing partnerships that transcend borders. She has held influential roles in various organizations, advocating for the importance of international collaboration and learning experiences that empower individuals to navigate an increasingly interconnected world.
As a thought leader and visionary, Fanta Aw’s insights and expertise have shaped discussions on the future of international education, emphasizing the significance of equitable access, cultural exchange, and lifelong learning. Her work has not only elevated institutions but has also inspired countless individuals to embrace the transformative power of global education.
Date: September 14th, 2023
Time: 12 noon ET
An experienced global researcher and administrator, Mark Beirn brings a critical approach to risk management, factoring structural racism and identity-based violence into his rubric for supporting equitable global mobility.
Specialization Areas:
– Global Risk Management
– Education Abroad
– Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in International Education
– Health and Safety
– Curriculum Development
Stephen Appiah-Padi is an international educator with several years of teaching and administrative experience in both 4 and 2-year HEIs. An experienced global education practitioner-scholar, with a demonstrated history of success in the field.
Dr. Appiah-Padi has a Ph.D. from the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada in Educational Policy & Administration with a specialization in International/Intercultural Education.
At Northwestern College, he provided oversight in the administration of education abroad and international student services. In Lansing, Michigan, he first oversaw diversity and intercultural education at Lansing Community College, and later created the Center for International and Intercultural Education (CIIE) which merged intercultural engagement and international education programs of the institution, and he became its first director. Additionally, Dr. Appiah-Padi taught a course, “Diversity in the American Workplace”, to undergraduate management students of the College. In his current position, he provides leadership and vision in advancing strategic internationalization initiatives, including international partnerships and study abroad programs at Bucknell University.
Dr Appiah-Padi has created and facilitated several workshops for faculty and staff development in higher education and in business organizations. He has presented at several national and international conferences. In NAFSA, among several volunteer leadership positions, he has served as Dean of the Fundamentals of Intercultural Communication Workshop, the Leadership Development Committee member, Chair of the Africa Special Interest Group, and a Fellow of the Global Fellowship Program for mentoring emerging leaders of internationalization in African HEIs. He currently serves as a member of the NAFSA Board of Directors.
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Dr. Rosa Almoguera has worked as an international educator for over twenty years. She was trained as a Hispanic Philologist at the Universidad Complutense, in Madrid, and did her M.A. at the University of Pennsylvania. Her Ph.D., from Universidad Complutense included a field study and edition of written balladry “Romancero”. During many years Rosa combined teaching and her role as a senior administrator at the Fundación Ortega-Marañón in Toledo, Spain. At the Foundation, Rosa directed and, in many cases created, programs for the University of Minnesota, Notre Dame, Princeton, Ohio State, Arcadia, and the University of Chicago. She has also been a visiting professor at the University of Minnesota, University of Portland, and Interamericana de Puerto Rico.
Beginning in 2016, Rosa works as an international education consultant for both public and private European and US higher education institutions. Rosa has been successful in developing new partnerships and programs, as well as helping improve already existing ones.
Rosa is a member of Forum and NAFSA and has presented with higher education professionals on innovative academic and research programming, STEM in study abroad and Nationalism in Europe. Rosa is currently completing the final Professional Certification from the Forum on Education Abroad.
