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Centers reporting to the Vice Provost for International Relations

The work of the Office of the Vice Provost for International Relations (OVPIR) has steadily evolved in order to reach its goal of "Bringing Cornell to the World and the World to Cornell." In addition to its other cored duties, the OVPIR oversees the Mario Einaudi Center for International Studies, Cornell Abroad, and the Cornell International Institute for Food, Agriculture and Development (CIIFAD). 

Cornell Educational Resources in International Studies

The Cornell Einaudi Center for International Studies in partnership with Area Programs is committed to extending its resources to the wider community. Outreach programs in International Studies offer post-secondary conferences, professional development opportunities for teachers, public programming, business workshops, speakers bureaus, and much more.

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Cornell Global Labor Institute

The Cornell Global Labor Institute (GLI) offers a unique venue for unions at the local, national and global level to work together to strengthen labor's response to the challenges posed by globalization. The goal of the Institute is to help union officers, staff and activists gain a deeper understanding of the policies and institutions that shape today's world and assist in bringing unionists based in different countries in contact with each other for meaningful discussion on strategy and policy.

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Cornell University Summer Session

The Cornell University Summer Session and the Winter Session, which welcomes international students to the Ithaca campus and provides opportunities for local students to study and/or intern overseas. Among our recent off-campus course and program offerings are Tropical Field Ecology and Behavior in Kenya; Quechua Language Training in Bolivia; Creative Writing Workshop in Rome; and International Business Program and Internship in Hong Kong.
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CyberTower

CyberTower (CT), which provides a Web-based portal to Cornell_s fine teaching and learning resources at no cost to its participants. Available to audiences around the world, CT is an online program that gives alumni, prospective students, and others access to Cornell's best professors at any time and from virtually anywhere. CT currently features study rooms on topics from archaeology, history, and literature to nutrition, engineering, and paleontology.
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English for International Students and Scholars

The School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions offers non-credit courses in the Fall, Spring, and Summer for visiting scholars, students, spouses, and anyone else seeking improvement in various English skills. Courses focus on grammar and conversational activities to give practice in reading, writing, listening and speaking English. Field trips are scheduled to provide opportunities for discussion with native English speakers and insight into American culture and history.

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English for International Students and Scholars

English for International Students and Scholars, which helps non-native speakers of English gain basic English-language skills with emphasis on proficiency in the spoken language. The course includes conversational activities, interactive presentations, and discussions to give practice in speaking, pronunciation, and listening skills. Reading and grammar activities are used to reinforce vocabulary and conversational skills. Field trips are scheduled to provide opportunities for discussion with native English speakers and insight into American culture and history.

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Faculty / Staff Directory

Cornell has an online directory of faculty, staff and students that offers the most up-to-date contact information for finding Cornell people.

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ILR International Studies Expert

Cornell ILR faculty possess in-depth knowledge and expertise about the world of work. Listed are the broad categories that constitute the interdisciplinary study of workplace issues including many internationally related fields. Read through the list to learn more about what we do, then click on the links to identify an expert who can answer your questions or provide the assistance that will help you and/or your organization.

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ILR Visiting Fellow Program

Each year the ILR Visiting Fellow Program welcomes scholars from around the world to pursue research interests in industrial and labor relations.

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International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO)

The International Studies and Scholars Office (ISSO) offers visa, immigration, and travel information for international students and scholars leaving and reentering the U.S. along with general travel resources and links to: airline, rail, car rental sites, American youth hostels, and discount travel sites.

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ISSO Activities and Programs

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ISSO International Academic Staff and Host Departments

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ISSO International Students

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ISSO Statistics

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ISSO Visa and Immigration Issues

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Languages

Cornell has a prominent tradition in language teaching of innovation, organization, breadth and dedication. Languages are taught in nine departments and units, all in the College of Arts and Sciences:   

Outreach

Outreach programs solve real-world problems by linking people to Cornell's rich resources. Students, faculty, and staff share their expertise and energy with schools, businesses, government, community organizations, individuals, and families.

 

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School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions

Cornell University's School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions is dedicated to providing outstanding educational opportunities throughout the year for persons of all ages and interests. We are delighted to be a part of the diversity that characterizes Cornell, and to be able to add to the richness and breadth of the community's educational, cultural, and recreational resources.

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