MontereySTART: New Platform for Micro-Philanthropy Launched
It is now easier than ever to support student projects at the Monterey Institute of International Studies through MontereySTART, a newly launched micro-philanthropy platform.
Environmental Policy and Management
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Winter Commencement Sees 88 Students from 16 Countries Graduate from MIIS
The Monterey Institute campus was filled with joy on Saturday, December 10 when 88 students from 16 countries celebrated their achievements with family and friends at winter commencement.
Alumnus Michael Seaman’s Interesting Job at Monterey Bay Aquarium Makes Front-Page News
The Monterey Herald published a front-page story on Monterey Institute alumnus Michael Seaman’s new role as the environmental and purchasing manager for the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Milliken Foundation $500,000 Gift to Support MIIS Recruitment, Scholarship, Marketing
The Monterey Institute has received a $500,000 gift from the Milliken Foundation to support continuing efforts to attract top students to its “remarkable programs.”
Local High School Students Introduced to Different Languages, Cultures at MIIS Event
Eighty-six students from four local high schools took part a series of language- and culture-focused workshops at the Monterey Institute in an event marking International Education Week.
MIIS Students Land More Fulbright Awards Per Capita than Students at Stanford, Harvard, Yale, Princeton
For the 2011-2012 competition, Monterey Institute students received a total of five U.S. Fulbright Awards, setting a new school record and exceeding the per capita number of awards at much larger schools.
Middlebury Professor Steve Trombulak to Give Public Lecture on Large-Scale Conservation Planning
Middlebury professor Steve Trombulak will deliver a public lecture on November 10 titled “Conservation Planning Across Large Landscapes and Seascapes: Is It Needed, and Can It Work?” as part of the Monterey-Middlebury Lecture series.
41 Students from 17 Countries Attend Annual Cross-Cultural Retreat
Professor Peter Grothe’s annual all-day cross-cultural retreat in Big Sur attracted 41 students from 17 countries and four continents this year, many from his popular intercultural communication course.
Peace Corps Event Fills Irvine Auditorium for Celebration of 50 Years of Service
An estimated 300 people gathered at the Monterey Institute this weekend to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Peace Corps, sharing stories, paying tribute to the lasting legacy of volunteers at home and abroad, and savoring food and music from the countries served by MIIS students.
MIIS to Expand Campus Footprint with Van Buren Purchase
The law office building at 499 Van Buren Street has been purchased by Middlebury College for future use as part of the Monterey Institute campus.