International Studies Summer Institute
The International Studies Summer Institute (ISSI) is a professional development workshop for practicing and pre-service K–12 teachers held each summer on the Cornell campus. Participants gain practical strategies and resources for integrating international studies into the classroom.
We are not currently offering the International Studies Summer Institute due to changes in federal funding. We are monitoring the situation and will provide updates if more information becomes available.
Past Institutes
2024: Plant and Animal Migration
ISSI 2024 explored plant and animal migration with faculty and postdoctoral fellows from the Einaudi Center and Syracuse University.
“These workshops are so well thought out and very meaningful. It’s always my favorite way to start off my summer."
2023: Testimonies of Migration
Forty New York State educators learned about personal narratives from migrants and gained resources for engaging with migrant stories and students in a culturally responsive way.
Read about Testimonies of Migration
“I really enjoyed learning and listening. I am excited to incorporate what I have learned into my lessons. I also feel more at ease teaching about other cultures. I realize I don't have to know everything and can learn with my students about new cultures.”
