Through partnerships with community organisations, we bring the world to Indiana by connecting local educators, students, and communities with global perspectives and resources. Learn more about our partners below.
Community and Global Partnerships
Early Learners & Families
HANDS-ON CULTURAL LEARNING FOR YOUNG STUDENTS AND PARENTS
Bridges Program
Bridges Program offers After-school language and culture classes for young learners in Bloomington, offered through a partnership between IU and MCCSC schools.
Lotus Bazaar & Festival
The Lotus Blossoms World Bazaar is a free multicultural event where volunteers share arts, music, language, and crafts, inviting kids and families to explore and celebrate cultures from around the world.
High School Students
PROGRAMS THAT BUILD GLOBAL SKILLS AND LEADERSHIP
Academic WorldQuest
Academic WorldQuest offers teams of four high school students from across the state the chance to compete in a fast-paced, game-style quiz that tests knowledge about world affairs, global economics, geography, history, and culture.
Indiana Model UN
Indiana Model UN offers a Model UN simulation experience with both a traveling university team and an annual conference for Indiana high schools, where students role-play as UN delegates and debate current topics relevant to the UN..
Japanese Olympiad
The Japanese Olympiad of Indiana offers an annual Japanese language and culture contest for Indiana high school students, providing an opportunity to showcase language skills and cultural knowledge.
Business is Global
Business Is Global offers a summer language and culture program where students explore international business and global markets through immersive workshops and activities.
Lifelong Learners
EVENTS, CLASSES, AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES
Great Decisions
Great Decisions / Foreign Policy Association offers the largest nationwide discussion group on world affairs, with a local group hosted by Access Global.
Teaching The World
Teaching the World offers programs and resources provided by National Resource Centers across the U.S., supporting educators and learners at all levels.
Interested in Partnering With IU?
We’re always looking to connect with educators, cultural organisations, and community partners who share our mission of expanding global learning.