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MSU is also a partner in the Humphrey Fellowship program, and here we focus
on economic development themes. Since 2002, the program has brought close
to 250 fellows from nearly 100 countries to our campus for graduate study and For our faculty
to continue their professional development.
innovators, we have
But we also know how important it is to engage the entire campus and local built an innovation
community to foster a welcoming environment. So, MSU’s diversity, equity and ecosystem that
inclusion efforts include a very intentional global focus. International Studies
and Programs offers workshops, trainings and other resources designed to surrounds them
enhance inter- and cross-cultural competencies for faculty and staff, as well as with experienced
educational programs that bring awareness to current international issues and entrepreneurs, seed
offer diverse perspectives on topics such as race and religion in a global context.
funding and planning
Looking to the future, the newly launched Spartan Global Learning Initiative tools to launch a
will enhance and connect these efforts for all Spartans — international and company on a path
domestic — to better equip students, faculty and staff with the skills and
education they need to adapt to our rapidly changing and increasingly to success.
connected world. We’re also excited about working with Governor Whitmer
and her team on ways that MSU can support the Growing Michigan Initiative,
including those related to attracting international students and immigrants to
this great state. l

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