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Global Reach

Ikram Toumi

Introducing new perspectives can help students learn about unique cultures and explore similarities and differences. Ikram Toumi, an assistant professor in the School of Communication Studies, has brought that possibility to Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University with her global education initiatives.

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American Academy students petting a capybara in Curitiba.

Capybaras are part of the American Academy experience at PUCPR in Curitiba, Brazil. 

American Academy students taking part in CPR training at PUCPR's medical school

American Academy students engage in training at PUCPR's medical school.

American Academy students relax and play guitar after class at PUCPR

After class, American Academy students at PUCPR like to hang out and relax. 

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UCM's Bob Christy with photo students in Brazil

A chance meeting on campus turned into a valuable learning experience for a group of photography students in Brazil. 

Tall trees on the PUCPR campus

Students at Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's American Academy can enjoy a green and growing campus all year in Curitiba's subtropical climate. 

Jeffrey Hallam teaching at PUCPR

Some Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State faculty travel to PUCPR in Brazil to teach intensive, three-week modules.

Rainy Day at PUCPR

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State students at the American Academy in Brazil are experiencing the country's rainiest season.

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Florence scenic image

Follow along with Alex, a digital media production major, as she goes about her day-to-day life studying in Florence, Italy. 

Signpost on the campus of PUCPR in Curitiba, Brazil

A special university partnership connects two far-apart points on the globe.