Summer Intensive Language Program Grows 30 Percent in One Year
The Monterey Institute’s Summer Intensive Language Program experienced a 30 percent increase in enrollment this year, as well as the restoration of the Japanese program.
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MIIS Board Member David Jones Donates $750,000 to Enhance Fundraising Capacity
Long time Monterey Institute supporter and board member David Jones pledges $750,000 to support the Institute’s efforts to enhance fundraising capacity over the next three years.
MIIS Alumni to Interpret for Student Envoys from Disaster Area in Japan
Two MIIS alumni will interpret for 16 Japanese students from areas affected by this year’s earthquake and tsunami as they embark on a 10-day U.S. tour designed to give American youth insight into the region and the disaster.
“Multiply the Good” Challenge Hits First-Year Fundraising Target, Triggering $500,000 Match
The Monterey Institute of International Studies exceeded the $1 million fundraising target established last October under the terms of a challenge commitment from an anonymous donor, triggering a $500,000 matching gift.
Thirty-Seven Fulbright Scholars Prepare for Graduate School in the U.S. at MIIS
Thirty-seven Fulbright scholars from 34 countries arrived at the Monterey Institute recently for an intensive three-week course designed to prepare them for graduate degree programs at various American universities.
MIIS Professor Jan Black Elected to Amnesty International USA Board of Directors
Monterey Institute professor and human rights activist Jan Knippers Black has been elected to a three-year term on the Board of Directors for Amnesty International USA.
Teaching Languages in the Context of Culture
Students in the Monterey Institute’s Summer Intensive Language Programs are not only busy learning grammar and increasing their vocabulary in a new language, but also taking time to learn about the cultural context through music, dance and food.
MIIS Professor Helps Bring Wonder of Learning Exhibition to Spanish Speaking Audiences
Monterey Institute professor Esther M. Navarro created the audio Spanish translation for the Wonder of Learning exhibition of the Reggio-Emilia approach to education of young children.
Recent Graduate Sabina Khan Regular Op-Ed Contributor to NY Times Affiliate in Pakistan
Sabina Khan graduated with a master’s degree in International Policy Studies from the Monterey Institute in December 2010 and is already established as a regular Op-Ed contributor for the New York Times affiliated Express Tribune in Pakistan.
Centre for Conflict Studies Established by MIIS Professor
Monterey Institute professor Pushpa Iyer has announced the opening of the new Centre for Conflict Studies, a nonprofit organization emphasizing deeper understanding of conflict and peace.