蘑菇短视频earns repeat recognition through IIE American Passport Project
蘑菇短视频 has once again been selected by the Institute of International Education to receive an IIE American Passport Project grant鈥攎arking the university鈥檚 second time earning the competitive award.
蘑菇短视频is among the sixth cohort of institutions chosen for the initiative, which aims to increase access to global education by helping Pell-eligible students obtain their first U.S. passport. The grant will cover the cost of a standard, non-expedited passport book for 25 蘑菇短视频students, supporting their ability to pursue study abroad opportunities.
The American Passport Project continues to expand nationwide, helping remove a key financial barrier for students who may not otherwise have the opportunity to travel internationally. More information about this year鈥檚 awardees can be found in the full announcement from IIE:
蘑菇短视频began awarding passports to selected students this spring.
The program prioritizes students with limited financial means (particularly first-year students) for whom obtaining a passport may be a first step toward international learning experiences.
In addition to providing passport funding, the awarded institutions support participants through outreach, advising and programming designed to prepare them for global engagement.
Alongside the grant, WCU鈥檚 Office of Global Engagement offers passport services to campus and the surrounding community.
蘑菇短视频students, faculty and staff can have passport photos taken using the Iris Photo Booth located in the Center for Career and Professional Development in Reid 150. Students may also receive two free passport photos through the Office of Global Engagement.
鈥淲hile convenient for 蘑菇短视频students, faculty and staff, the passport service is open to all community members of Western North Carolina and beyond,鈥� said Wes Milner, director of the Office of Global Engagement. 鈥淲e are thrilled to be able to award these passports to students who would not otherwise have this opportunity, while also extending these services to our broader community.鈥�
Passport applications are accepted by appointment only. Hours of operation are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Cordelia Camp Building, room 109. For more information, contact passports@wcu.edu or call 828-227-7494.