Center for International Higher Education: Part 1

Join Rebecca Schendel (Managing Director of the CIHE) and Gerardo Blanco (Academic Director of the CIHE) as we explore the global dimensions of academia, sharing insightful research, fostering enlightened policies, and embracing diverse perspectives within BC's Center for International Higher Education. From international collaborations to educational adventures, come on a journey with us as we navigate the ever-expanding horizons of higher ed. This is part one of three in the series.

Episode 35 of the Discover Boston College podcast, hosted by Dylan Carollo, Rebecca Schendel, Gerardo Blanco, titled "Center for International Higher Education: Part 1" was published on January 25, 2024 and runs 6 minutes.

January 25, 2024 ·6m · Discover Boston College

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Join Rebecca Schendel (Managing Director of the CIHE) and Gerardo Blanco (Academic Director of the CIHE) as we explore the global dimensions of academia, sharing insightful research, fostering enlightened policies, and embracing diverse perspectives within BC's Center for International Higher Education. From international collaborations to educational adventures, come on a journey with us as we navigate the ever-expanding horizons of higher ed. This is part one of three in the series.

Episode Description

Join Rebecca Schendel (Managing Director of the CIHE) and Gerardo Blanco (Academic Director of the CIHE) as we explore the global dimensions of academia, sharing insightful research, fostering enlightened policies, and embracing diverse perspectives within BC's Center for International Higher Education. From international collaborations to educational adventures, come on a journey with us as we navigate the ever-expanding horizons of higher ed. This is part one of three in the series.

0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with Dylan Carollo.

0:30 | Introduction to Rebecca Schendel and Gerardo Blanco of BC's CIHE.

0:59 | What is the Center for International Higher Ed?

3:53 | Are there any current projects within the Center that you’d like to highlight?

5:59 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College! The conversation will continue next episode.

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