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Since 2009, the University of Delaware has welcomed over 700 world leaders and scholars from more than 30 countries as participants in internationally-recognized State Department programs. While representative of diverse cultures and backgrounds, leaders and scholars share a dedication to learning more about the United States, sharing their knowledge with U.S. citizens, and ultimately making the world a better, safer and more prosperous place.
Hosted by the Department of Political Science & International Relations since 2021, State Department program participants depart from UD after several weeks of intensive training with a toolkit of new knowledge, ideas and connections to the United States to take back to their home communities. They also leave behind a lasting impression on the many friends, host families and peer collaborators they meet while in the United States. Despite challenges associated with COVID-19, UD's Public Diplomacy programs continue to meet these goals. The programs have successfully facilitated international learning in a virtual setting by engaging participants in intensive dialogue and activities among their peers and staff, as well as experts in their respective topics. This is Public Diplomacy in action.
