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Flood Watch

A Flood Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Watauga County from 8 am Monday, April 23 until 4 pm Tuesday, April 24. This includes Appalachian State University. A prolonged period of moderate to occasionally heavy rain may result in small streams and creeks flooding. Be alert for rising water in flood prone areas. Have a plan to quickly evacuate should flooding occur. In addition to the flood watch, a wind advisory is also in effect from 12 am Monday, April 23 until 12 am Tuesday, April 24. Wind gusts up to 50 mph possible.

Posted at 6:27pm on April 22, 2018 via Blackboard Connect.

Resources for Appalachian Faculty and Staff Members

Appalachian State University is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they work to internationalize our university. Below you will find resources to assist in planning and leading an education abroad program, attaining international travel insurance, and receiving travel funding through our office. 

Traveling Abroad

International Business Travel Insurance: All Appalachian State University employees traveling abroad on official university-related business must enroll in the International Business Travel Insurance plan.

Travel Forms for University Travel: Links to the Controller's Office for travel authorization and reimbursement forms

Travel Resource Links: Other links you may find helpful for traveling abroad

Hosting or Hiring an International Visitor

Hosting or Hiring an International Visitor: Start here if you are unsure of the most appropriate visa for your visitor

Hosting an International Scholar in the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program: Information for departments on hosting a visitor

International Tax Questions: Information about income tax filing requirements for international scholars

H-1B Visa Process: Information about the H-1B visa process for eligible faculty

Permanent Residency Information - Employees: Information about green card sponsorship for eligible, permanent faculty

Permanent Residency Information - Hiring Departments: Information for departments hiring international faculty in permanent, teaching positions

Faculty Funding Opportunities

International Travel Funds for Faculty: Up to $1,500 supplemental funding for international travel may be given at the discretion of the Associate Vice Chancellor for International Education & Development. 

Global Learning Funding Opportunities (Office of QEP)

Office of Research's Find Funding Database

Board of Trustees International Research Grants- Deadline February 4

Develop Faculty-Led Programs

Education Abroad Faculty-led Program Proposal and Deadlines: Faculty-led education abroad programs offer enriching experiences for both student participants and faculty leaders. This is a direct link to the program proposal and deadlines.

Resources for Faculty-led Program Development: For more information about the process of planning, writing and submitting a proposal.

Faculty-led Program Workshops: OIED and the Center for Academic Excellence offer workshops on proposal development, budgeting, and health and safety for new and seasoned faculty leaders. Click on the links for workshop descriptions and to register.

Professional Opportunities

Appalachian Global Symposium: The Symposium is an opportunity for faculty, staff, and students to present their recent global experiences (research, education abroad, teaching, service - learning, or internships) on a professional platform and expand knowledge of global networking at Appalachian.

Fulbright Scholar Program: The Fulbright Scholar Program offers over 500 teaching, research or combination teaching/research awards in over 125 countries. 

International Research and Development: International Research and Development (IRD) strengthens the internationalization of Appalachian State University through world-class contributions to education, research, and development across the globe.

International Partners: An up-to-date list of our partners