Office of International Programs - About Us
Greetings!
As the Dean of Global Engagement at Montana State University, I am excited to welcome you to the Office of International Programs.
In today’s interconnected world, global engagement is essential for advancing research, fostering innovation, and preparing our students for the future of work in an evolving international landscape. At MSU, we are committed to ensuring that every student has access to transformative global learning experiences that enrich their education and expand their career opportunities. Whether through study abroad, collaborative research, international internships, or virtual exchange, we strive to integrate global learning into the academic experience of all students.
The Office of International Programs (OIP) plays a critical role in facilitating these opportunities by supporting students, faculty, and institutional initiatives that enhance MSU’s global reach. Our work is organized around the following core functions:
- RECRUITMENT & INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS: Facilitating the admission process for international students at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels, while providing visa and transition support.
- INTERNATIONAL STUDENT & SCHOLAR SERVICES: Supporting MSU’s international students and scholars through immigration advising, cultural programming, and integration services.
- STUDY ABROAD & EXCHANGE: Expanding access to global learning by helping all students incorporate meaningful international experiences—whether abroad or virtually—into their degree programs, while also welcoming international exchange students to MSU.
- INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, SHORT TERM & FUNDED PROGRAMS: Leading grant-funded initiatives and training programs that enhance MSU’s academic offerings and contribute to international development efforts.
- FACULTY ENGAGEMENT & INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERSHIPS: Encouraging faculty to integrate global perspectives into their research and teaching, while fostering strategic partnerships with universities, organizations, and industries worldwide to create new opportunities for students.
- MSU INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL COMPLIANCE: Ensuring faculty, staff, and students meet international travel policy requirements and supporting their global research and engagement efforts.
At MSU, we believe that global learning should be an integral part of every student’s academic journey. I invite you to join us in expanding access to these opportunities, whether by engaging in international research collaborations, academic partnerships, or cross-cultural learning experiences. Together, we can ensure that all students graduate with the global knowledge and skills needed to thrive in an increasingly complex world.
Sincerely,
Dr. Sally Mudiamu
Dean of Global Engagement and International Programs
Montana State University
To learn more about the members of our team and the services provided by the Office of International programs visit our Staff Directory.