International Programs
Office of the Vice Provost
University of Missouri-Columbia
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     Standing Together We Meet the Challenges of Tomorrow...

The mission of MU's Office of the Vice Provost for International Programs (VPIP) is to develop an
internationalized, quality infused and inclusive academic environment. VPIP aims to provide support and services to ensure global orientations, representation and vibrant participation by and at MU. We seek to infuse the university with dynamic intercultural and international perspectives in academics, research, economic development and outreach. We strive to foster a faculty, staff, and student body that are prepared to engage the challenges of the rapidly globalizing 21st century.
 
Show Your Concern and Love by Giving
A disastrous earthquake happened in Sichuan, Southwest of China on May 12, 2008. The death toll from the 8.0 magnitude earthquake rose to 40,075 and 247,645 were injured. Around 60,026 have been rescued and 4.85 million people relocated. Click here for more information. If you think about helping survivors, please check this flyer or go to Donations to China Earthquake.
 

Cyclone Nargis swept across Myanmar on May 2 and 3, leaving up to 78,000 people dead, 56,000 missing, 19,359 people injured. About 1.5 to 2.5 millions survivors are in desperate need of food, water, shelter and medical care. Click here for more information. Donations are for Myanmar Relief and Development.

 
Please click China Earthquake or Myanmar Cyclone to view slide shows.
 
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