International Institute celebrates 15 years at MSU

Contact: Allison Matthews

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State’s International Institute celebrated its 15th anniversary this week by highlighting the university’s strategic global work.

Daniel Gustafson, from left, and Vanessa Passafaro of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, along with MSU Provost and Executive Vice President David Shaw speak during an international engagement panel on Tuesday [April 14]. — Daniel Gustafson, from left, and Vanessa Passafaro of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, along with MSU Provost and Executive Vice President David Shaw, speak during an international engagement panel on Tuesday [April 14]. (Photo by Emily Grace McCall)

Founded in 2011, the International Institute includes the Office of Study Abroad, International Services Office, English Language Institute, International Research Development and U.S. Passport Office.

People tour the International Institute space in Walker Hall — International Institute Program Manager Hannah Bell gives tours of the Walker Hall space, which features photographs and décor illustrating MSU’s dynamic worldwide partnerships, competitive international academic opportunities and impactful research collaborations. (Photo by Emily Grace McCall)

MSU leaders hosted special guests Daniel Gustafson and Vanessa Passafaro of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, who participated in a series of celebratory events and attended the annual International Fiesta hosted by MSU’s Center for Student Activities. Among other meetings and activities were the 15 Years of Excellence Celebration Reception, showcasing the International Institute space in Walker Hall, and a Global Footprint Seminar. The activities were designed to celebrate the university’s global reach, community engagement and campus impact.

Special guests of the International Institute Vanessa Passafaro and Daniel Gustafson served as food judges during MSU’s International Fiesta, a celebration of global culture, connection and community. — Special guests of the International Institute Passafaro and Gustafson served as food judges during MSU’s International Fiesta, a celebration of global culture, connection and community. (Photo by Grace Cockrell)

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Learn more about MSU’s International Institute at www.international.msstate.edu.

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International Institute celebrates 15 years at MSU

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