KU International Affairs Annual Report 2025-26
This was a year for International Affairs that showcased international collaboration, remarkable growth, and a renewed commitment to KU’s global mission.
A strategic partnership takes shape: KU and The University of Regensburg
KU and Regensburg are building on years of student and faculty connections to create new opportunities for study, research and collaboration.
I am compelled by the deep and powerful relationships Jayhawks have forged across every continent. And I stand inspired by our seemingly limitless ability to positively transform society through the pursuit of our mission.
Message from the Vice Provost for International Affairs Charli Bankart
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News highlights
Achievements and updates from across KU International Affairs
Carrying the note: Employee of the Year and others within KUIA recognized
Behind the honors are stories of service, teamwork and the people who help KU’s international community thrive.
‘No more excuse’: KU professor launches research journal for undergraduates
A new KU journal gives undergraduate research a life beyond the classroom and students hands-on experience bringing it to publication.
Building Bridges: International Short Programs initiative helps teenagers build leadership skills
A KU summer program brought teenagers from different countries and cultures together for 10 days of learning, leadership and unexpected connections.RECORD BREAKING STUDY ABROAD
Cheyenne Gooch: How her personal passion became a reality In Seoul through KUIA
At first, even ordering a meal felt intimidating. Five months later, Cheyenne Gooch left Seoul with new confidence, stronger language skills and a different view of what she could do.
Hefty international demand
Prof. Scott Hefty didn’t travel internationally until nearly 30. Now he’s helping KU students discover much earlier how seeing the world can change their perspective.
Abhi Raut: Global Scholars Research Scholarship launches with first award
A new Global Scholars scholarship helped KU senior Abhi Raut take her research on disability, employment and health care beyond the classroom.Advisory Board Acknowledgement
Many thanks for the KU International Affairs Advisory Board’s support and advocacy for internationalization at KU: Chair, James Harder; Vice Chair, Nicole Horton; Carol Ann Brown; G. Wayne Burge; Lesley Elwell; Roger L. Hiatt; Jill Kleinberg, PhD; Jack Martin; Patrick A. Mawhinney; Jean Hardy Robinson, PhD; Loleta Robinson, PhD; Thomas A. Rudkin; Leslie McElfresh Schweitzer; Jessica Townsend Teague; Ronald Wasinger; and Baili Zhang.
Thank you, donors!
KU International Affairs is deeply grateful for the generosity of our donors and the transformative international education opportunities they provide at KU.