Each summer, the EducationUSA Academy provides two to four week U.S. programs of college preparatory content including courses in various fields, English and academic writing courses, tours of diverse college… more
Since capturing the world’s attention at the 2012 London Olympics by winning her first gold medal as a 15-year-old swimming prodigy, Katie Ledecky has always seemed to shine brightest when the spotlight is on… more
This summer, the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs convened 80 exceptional young women from 21 countries and 10 U.S. undergraduate students for the Women Embracing Leadership and Service Conference.… more
Did you miss key foreign policy developments this week? We’ve got you covered. Each week, DipNote recaps the latest U.S. Department of State highlights spanning a wide range of global issues, events, and… more
The Christensen family was unsure what to expect when they decided to welcome Muawi Adamu into their Iowa home ten years ago. Having never considered the type of student they would like to host, they… more
To mark this year’s International Day of Friendship, we're celebrating all of the newfound friendships that happen through educational and cultural exchanges and ensuring these friendships last long after our… more
More than 700 young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa will be in Washington, DC, this week for the State Department-sponsored Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit. The Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit… more
In honor of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act’s anniversary as well as the 50th Special Olympics, the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs would like to take a moment to shine a spotlight on… more
The U.S. Department of State's CCI Program turns 10! The Program’s commitment to educational inclusivity and providing opportunities for education, training, and engagement for individuals who have had limited… more