Creating Study Abroad Champions: Campus Internationalization via Strategic Staff Travel

As we celebrate International Education Week, we’re reflecting on what it means to be true stewards of internationalization. In this episode, we’re joined by Kara Pike Inman, Director of Education Abroad at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, to explore their innovative programs empowering campus partners to engage with global education firsthand. From staff travel grants to the Study Abroad for Faculty and Staff program, Kara shares how intentional travel experiences can build lasting buy-in, inspire cross-campus collaboration, and create on-campus champions of international education. Tune in to learn practical strategies for creating a campus culture that truly embraces global engagement.