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Save the Date: 2025 Annual Meeting at Newfields

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The International Center is delighted to extend a warm invitation to you for our highly anticipated 2025 Annual Meeting, taking place at Newfields on Thursday, March 6th, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Join us as we reflect on the memorable moments and accomplishments from 2024 and set our sights on the future as we share our exciting plans for 2025, including the announcement of this year's International Citizen of the Year!

We are honored to feature distinguished guest speakers and provide refreshments and entertainment. Moreover, guests are welcome to enjoy free tours of the art museum following the presentation. We look forward to sharing this exciting moment with you!

Please the button below to register and do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions to Dr. Kristie Johnson at kjohnson@internationalcenter.org.

Celebrating the 2024 Morris Series Cohort

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December marked the conclusion of The International Center’s 2024 Morris Global Leadership Series. Over the past five months, an exceptional cohort of individuals came together to explore global leadership, foster cultural understanding, and develop the skills needed to thrive in an interconnected world.

It has been a privilege to work with these inspiring leaders and witness their growth throughout the program. We are excited to see the incredible impact they will have in their communities and beyond.

Congratulations to the 2024 Morris Global Leadership Series participants! We look forward to staying connected as you continue to lead and inspire on a global scale.

Welcome to Our New Board Members

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The International Center is thrilled to welcome three exceptional leaders to our Board of Directors:

  • Aletha Dunston, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at Indy Chamber
  • Nikki Hall, Vice President of Insect & Nematode Management at Corteva Agriscience
  • Shadreck Kamwendo, Director of Community Outreach and Engagement at Indiana University Health

Each of these individuals brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to fostering international engagement and cultural understanding in Indiana. We look forward to their contributions as we continue our mission to connect and enhance Indiana’s global partnerships.

Welcome, Nikki, Shadreck, and Aletha!

Supporting Citizen Diplomacy in Indiana

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As we look forward to another incredible year, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to our year-end giving campaign in support of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Your generosity empowers us to continue fostering meaningful global connections and cultural exchange right here in Indiana.

Through the IVLP, we have the unique opportunity to welcome emerging leaders from around the world and showcase the best of what our state has to offer. Your support makes these impactful exchanges possible, and we couldn’t do it without you!

Thank You to our Fall 2024 Intern Cohort

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As the season comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our Fall 2024 intern cohort for their incredible contributions to The International Center. This talented group of individuals brought energy, creativity, and dedication to every project, helping us advance our mission of fostering a globally engaged Indiana.

We are grateful for the unique skills and perspectives they brought to their roles and are excited to see the great things they will accomplish in the future:

  • Cassidy Davis (Butler University)
  • Yujin Seong (IU Indianapolis)
  • Brock Worrell (Marian University)
  • Lisa Clark (IU Lilly School of Philanthropy)
  • Morgan DeRose (IU McKinney School of Law)
  • Matthew Diederich (Butler University)
  • Rebekah Kinworthy (Butler University)
  • Isabella Reske (Butler University)
  • Max Wilhelm (Butler University)

Thank you, Fall 2024 interns, for your hard work and dedication. You’ve made a lasting impact, and we’re excited to see what the future holds for each of you!

 

Living up to the Mission: 

The International Center is a catalyst to inform, convene, and connect public, private and civic global objectives in Indiana.

Inform: 

As we ring in the New Year, explore how cultures around the world celebrate and set goals in our blog post, New Year’s Resolutions Around the World.

Discover global traditions and find inspiration for your 2025 resolutions. Wishing you a happy and prosperous New Year from all of us at The International Center!

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Convene:

The International Center was delighted to host members of the Carmel-Seiffen Sister City delegation from Germany during their visit to Indiana! We had the pleasure of welcoming Emily Gödicke and Luise Renner, two talented woodworking and toy-making apprentices who showcased their skills at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. They were joined by Mr. Frederic Günther, CEO of the Erzgebirge Association in Sachsen, Germany.

Connect: 

We are thrilled to celebrate Yujin Seong, a talented intern at The International Center and a dedicated student at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. Yujin was recently recognized in an IU News article for her outstanding contributions to fostering cultural exchange and international understanding through her work at The Center.

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Upcoming International Events:

Is your event missing from our calendar? Submit it!

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2025 Chinese New Year Celebration

January 2, 2025

The Palladium

Carmel, IN

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Myanmar Union Day Celebration

February 15, 2025

Burmese American Community Institute

Indianapolis, IN

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