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Argentina Australia undreds of thoughts come to mind about ISEP; for instance, ISEP Austria breaks down barriers, supports a multicultural experience, enhances Brazil our campus and university life, and provides a campus beyond our campus. Bulgaria Universidad de Murcia, Spain Canada Chile China Costa Rica Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Fiji Finland France Germany here are not enough words to describe what my experience as an ISEP student has been. I have Ghana become a more mature, open-minded, responsible, Hungary outgoing and confident person. Iceland Samantha Dramstad, 2004-2005 Annual Report North Dakota State University, USA Italy to Åbo Akademi University, Finland Japan 2005 Republic of Korea Latvia oing abroad has definitely been the best decision I Malta have ever made. Wherever you end up going, exciting big city or small town, it will always be a great experience Mexico because you meet amazing people everywhere, and Netherlands because it is your experience, the experience of a lifetime. New Zealand Nicaragua Audrey Estienney, 2004-2005 Poland Université de Franche-Comté, France to South Africa New Mexico State University, USA Spain Sweden Switzerland 1616 P Street NW, Suite 150 Thailand Washington, DC 20036 United Kingdom ph: 202-667-8027 fx: 202-667-7801 United States Uruguay ISEP gratefully acknowledges the kind contributions and support from foundations, sponsors, partners and friends: FOUNDATIONS he International Student Exchange Freeman Foundation: ISEP’s Asia Pacific Development Initiative IFSA Foundation: Study Abroad Scholarships for Africa and South America Program (ISEP) is a key component of the nteNew York Communityllectual Trust-Annette Kade Fund: Scholarships for Student Exchanges international profile of member institutions. between the United States and France and Germany ISEP SPONSORS Contiki Holidays Members cooperate as equal partners in ekit growthGlobal One a spirit of trust and mutual support to offer ISE Card high-quality programs and further the STA Travel internationalization of their campuses, throughISEP PARTNERS GOLD CONTRIBUTORSpersonal Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore collectively achieving goals beyond their Université Paul Cézanne (Aix-Marseille III) individual reach. Université de Grenoble II Université de Savoie immersion Karlstad University Luleå University of Technology ISEP reciprocal exchanges and study abroad Mälardalen University Örebro University programs enable students to experience inUniversity another College of Southern Stockholm intellectual and personal growth through Växjö University ALUMNI DEVELOPMENT FUND FRIENDS Our vision immersion in another culture. Our supporters Helsinki University of Technology Indiana State University Leiden University culture University of Joensuu Macquarie University I come from rural North Carolina, so living in the downtown The University of Montana area of such a large capital city as Buenos Aires for a full year University of Wisconsin-La Crosse was truly a unique and priceless experience. My next step is the Peace Corps, and I leave in a couple months. One of the greatest experiences I had was joining the swim Justin Peele, 2004-2005 team. Coach Kelly was a great coach and person, and he made Appalachian State University, USA to Universidad del Salvador, Argentina a real swimmer out of me. I found lots of new friends and I had the great opportunity to learn about another culture, to see another country and to broaden my horizon. Birgit Lerchner, 2004-2005 Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz, Austria to Hendrix College, USA Board of Directors Chair: Ms. M. Archer Brown (ret.) Dr. James Gehlhar Ms. Elizabeth J. Marsala ver the last several years, I have enjoyed Dr. George M. Dennison Deputy Executive Director Director Organizational Consultant President NAFSA: Association of Center for International USA the privilege of serving as a member and The University of Montana International Educators Education subsequently as Chairman of the ISEP USA USA University of Tennessee Dr. Thomas R. Oates USA President, Rocky Mountain Board of Directors. During this time, I Ms. Mary Anne Grant Dr. Blaine A. Brownell College (until October have seen remarkable changes and growth President Interim Dean, College of Dr. Stanley S. Gryskiewicz 2005) & Visiting Scholar, that have positioned our organization as International Student Exchange Business (ret.) Princeton Theological Program University of South Florida Vice President, Global Seminary at Princeton a world leader in international educa- USA St. Petersburg Initiatives & Senior Fellow, University tional exchange. USA Creativity and Innovation USA Professor Tony Adams Center for Creative Pro Vice-Chancellor Mr. Michel Darmon Leadership Mr. A. E. O’Brien The ISEP network continues to grow to meet the needs (International) Department of Applied Foreign USA Consultant Macquarie University Languages Chairperson USA and interests of our expanding membership. The wide Australia Université d’Angers Dr. Kermit L. Hall range of study opportunities and experiences available through ISEP ensures that France President and Professor of Dr. Richard C. Sutton we continue to respond to the increasing necessity for incorporating an interna- Dr. Tony Atwater History Director of International President Ms. Nanda (Wijnanda) Maria University at Albany Programs & Senior Advisor tional study experience into higher education. As a participant in the University Indiana University of Agatha De Bruin-van Veen State University of New York for Academic Affairs Presidents Summit on Higher Education hosted by the Secretaries of State and Pennsylvania Associate Director International USA The University System of USA Leiden University Georgia Board of Regents Education in Washington, D.C. in January 2006, I can underscore the value of ISEP Worldwide Programs USA as a key provider for access to international education both in the United States Mr. Al Balkcum, Jr. The Netherlands Director of the Global and abroad. Our commitment to providing affordable programs and services of Campus the highest quality remains deep and unwavering. University of Minnesota USA As demands for access to international education continue to grow, we must look for new ideas and approaches to sustain our commitment to access and diversity. I urge you to review this report and to share with us your comments and sug- Council of Advisors gestions for strengthening our organization. By working together, we can and will sustain a strong and stable organization for many years to come. I look forward Chair: Ms. Marielle de Dardel Mr. Kris H. Lou Ms. María Jesús Morillas Ms. Janis Halpern Head of International Relations Director of International Álvarez to hearing from you. Coordinator, Academic Université de Fribourg Education and Associate Head of the International Programs Abroad Switzerland Professor of International Office Indiana State University Studies Universidad Pública USA Ms. Carol Fairweather Willamette University de Navarra Director USA Spain Chair-elect: Study Abroad Programs Mr. Thomas Wu University of Denver Ms. Brigitte Malinas- Dr. Michele L. Petrucci George M. Dennison Director of Academic Links USA Vaugien Director President, The University of Montana The Chinese University of Assistant Professor, English Office of International Affairs the Chair From Hong Kong Ms. Tuula Hellstedt Department Indiana University of Pennsylvania Chairman, ISEP Board of Directors China Student Coordinator Université de Franche-Comté USA University of Helsinki France Prof. Gabriele W. Bosley Finland Mr. Todd Steed Director, Dr. Edilio Mazzoleni Coordinator for Programs International Programs Dr. Paul Huntsberger International Programs Abroad Office Chair, Department of Assistant Director, Center for Manager University of Tennessee » April 2005 – Study Tour, Sweden Foreign Languages International Programs Università Cattolica del Sacro – Knoxville Bellarmine University New Mexico State University Cuore USA » May 2005 – Coordinators Luncheon Meeting during NAFSA conference, USA USA Italy Seattle, Washington Ms. Marja Unkuri-Chaudry » October 2005 – Pre-Symposium Site Visit Tour, Southern France Mr. Robert Carolin Ms. Sue M. Jackson Dr. Rosa Marina de Brito Assistant Director for Study » October 2005 – All Member Symposium, Milan, Italy Assistant Director for Director Meyer Abroad ISEP events: Education Abroad Off-Campus Programs Associate Vice-President for The University of Montana » May 2006 – Dessert reception during NAFSA conference, Montréal, Canada San Diego State University Whitworth College Academic Affairs USA » November 2006 – ISEP Biennial Conference, Washington, D.C. USA USA Pontifícia Universidade » May 2007 – Event during NAFSA conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota Católica do Rio de Janeiro Ms. Jane P. Chandler Mr. Larry Laffrey Brazil » Fall 2007 – All Member Symposium Coordinator, Academic Director for Study Abroad and Programs Abroad International Student Services Louisiana State University Edgewood College USA USA SEP 2005 annual report SEP 2005 annual report SEP 2005 annual I I 14 3 The ISEP experience is a “real-world” experience. ISEP participants are integrated into the host 2005 n important component of higher Unrestricted Totals Temporarily education today is the integration of restricted a global perspective into the learning experience. Students need to Membership fees $504,784 $ $504,784 develop skills and competencies to Participant placement fees 525,014 – 525,014 live and work successfully in our ISEP direct fees 2,249,457 – 2,249,457