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Fall Professional Development Program and Site Visit

Sept 26-30th, 2025

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Create a sustainable structure for cultural competency and study travel

The Institute of Study Abroad Ireland has successfully developed long-term partnerships with many U.S. Higher Education Colleges and Universities, and we have also introduced our partners to college-college/university options for Ireland. We invite senior leaders’ senior leaders (Deans, VPs, Department Chairs) in  to join us for a short professional development program which will include the following:

  • Best practices for internationalizing your curriculum, through the use of online content, and faculty-led travel programs
  • Growing faculty and institutional enthusiasm for internationalizing
  • Logistics and supports for both online courses and study travel
  • Creating collaborative partnerships with other institutions
  • Addressing the challenges of post-covid travel and cultural competency.

This program will be a combination of workshops, field trips and seminars, in Dublin City, and at our campus in County Donegal.

 

PROGRAM WILL BEGIN SEPT 26 & ENDS SEPT 30 –
Depart USA Sept 25, and return Oct. 1.

Faculty Testimonials

From start to finish, every element of this trip was thoughtfully executed, ensuring that we returned home with a clear understanding of Ireland's cultural, political, and historical significance and our interconnections. We look forward to bringing future groups of students here to expand their global competence.
Pamela G. SenegalPresident, Piedmont Community College
Thank you for the amazing experiences in Ireland that will last a lifetime! I have returned from our journey inspired both professionally and personally. I am so grateful to have had the wonderful opportunity to travel around such a beautiful country and meet such interesting people. This trip far exceeded my expectations and it was an honor to be in the company of such great leaders in education. Duplin County Schools is excited for continued collaboration with World View and our new friends in Ireland to take global education to the next level!
Austin Obasohan, Ed.D.Superintendent, Duplin County Schools
The UNC World View Leaders in Education Program in Ireland in February 2020 exceeded expectations. Niamh and John arranged university dialogue as well as cultural visits. These experiences really brought to life our shared humanity. Although we may come from different backgrounds, we all share similar goals to improve education and quality of life. Niamh and John made it possible for us to connect in new and meaningful ways with school leaders in Ireland to share, connect, grow and equip others.
Susanne LongDirector of Continuous Improvement, Onslow County School System
The Institute of Study Abroad Ireland’s broad-based, interdisciplinary approach to study abroad provides participants with holistic learning opportunities even in niche programs. As an educational leader, I was particularly impressed with the power of storytelling prominently displayed by the staff as well as by members of their partner organizations. I highly recommend ISAIreland as a setting for transformative experiences for both student study abroad and staff professional development.
Dean Roughton, Ph.D.Academic Dean, Arts and Sciences; College of the Albemarle
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This program is for senior leaders and administrators in higher education.

Early-bird cost – $995 per person, double occupancy*, booked by June 30, 2025
Regular cost – $1400 per person, double occupancy*, booked after June 30, 2025
Deposit – $98
Single room supplement:
$300 (Dublin only) | $550 (Dublin & Private non-shared apartment on campus)

Fees includes transfers by private coach to and from Donegal Campus, site visits, presentations, and guided tours, all breakfasts, meals marked *, admission charges.  Fees include accommodation from check-in April 11 to departure April 15. Accommodation is based on 2 person sharing twin/ double room in Dublin, and a 2-bedroom apartment on campus. See above for single supplements. 

Fees do not include airfare to Ireland or transfers from Airport to Hotel.  Taxi costs approx $40, Aircoach costs approx $10. 

To secure your place on the program, please fill in our registration and pay your $98 deposit form here.

You are welcome to bring a spouse, partner or friend. There are plenty of activities to engage the non-higher ed professional, including golf, horseback riding, surfing, museums, galleries etc. The site visits will be of interest to everyone. The fees for a partner, spouse or friend are the same. This visit is not suitable for children.

Airfare is not included in the price of the program. When booking your travel, depart USA on Sept 25th, and return on Sept 30th. We recommend www.aerlingus.com for flights from the USA. 

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If you have any further questions

For any questions about trip signups and travel to Ireland, or for questions about Ireland and during the trip, please contact Niamh on info@isaireland.com

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