Global Learning and International Affairs (WKU Global)
Mr. John Sunnygard, Associate Provost for Global Learning and International Affairs
Honors College & International Center
Phone: (270) 745-4857
Western Kentucky University has a long and rich tradition of international engagement which is represented throughout the university’s strategic plan. WKU Global works on campus and around the world to offer WKU students transformative global learning experiences on and off campus. Our team are the first to welcome and prepare international and displaced students to succeed at WKU. WKU Global consists of two units: Global Learning Admissions and Recruitment (GLAR) and Global Learning Advising and Student Services (GLASS). WKU Global collaborates closely across campus to make study abroad affordable, achievable, and available to all WKU students. All WKU Global units are housed in the Honors College and International Center building.
Global Learning Admissions and Recruitment (GLAR)
Phone: (270) 745-4857
Email: applyinternational@wku.edu
Website: wku.edu/international
- Global Learning Admissions and Recruitment (GLAR): GLAR is committed to right-fit recruiting whether it is bringing a diverse and qualified of international students to the WKU campus or connecting WKU students to global learning opportunities. This includes setting and ensuring adherence to admission standards, liaising with academic departments and colleges to establish fruitful international partnerships in support of student recruitment, and awarding scholarships.
- Global Marketing and Communications: Driven by the goals of WKU’s strategic plan, the marketing and communications unit develops and oversees a comprehensive communications plan. Through market research and data-driven strategy, GLIA provides timely information to a wide range of constituents including key support for global learning student recruitment and retention.
Global Learning Advising and Student Services (GLASS)
Phone: (270) 745-4857
Email: study.abroad@wku.edu, isss@wku.edu
Website: wku.edu/international
- Study Abroad Advising: WKU encourages and supports all students seeking the opportunity to incorporate international academic, professional, and cross-cultural experiences into their education. WKU offers a wide variety of international education opportunities for a range of academic disciplines and budgets. Students can choose to study, intern, volunteer, student teach, conduct research abroad or participate virtually during any academic term.
- International Student and Scholar Services: International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) supports WKU’s international students, visiting scholars, and their families through immigration advising, advocacy, cross-cultural programming, and training.
- Global Learning Programming: GLIA is committed to providing global learning opportunities to the WKU campus community through cross-cultural training, global learning forums, student events, workshops, and topical discussions.
- International Pathway to Academic Success (IPAS): The IPAS is committed to international student success by delivering a specialized first-year program that offers customized courses, academic support, and co-curricular engagement to facilitate a successful transition to college life at WKU.