Post-secondary students from the U.S. and Jordan team up to take on the global challenges facing the hospitality field.

This iteration of programming has ended. For information on current programming we support through IREX’s Global Solutions, see here.

Global Solutions is a virtual exchange initiative that improves global citizenship, strengthens problem-solving skills, develops enduring connections, and increases enthusiasm for hospitality education. Professors from the U.S. and Jordan come together for an in-person curriculum training. The Global Solutions virtual curriculum guides the bi-national teams through a collaborative innovation process and virtual solutions fair. Finalist teams present their solution at an in-person summit.

• Number of Participants: 384
• Participant Age Group: Undergraduate/Young Adult
• Partners in the United States: Florida Keys Community College, Kirkwood Community College, Northampton Community College
• Partners in the Middle East: Al-Balqa Applied University, Al Quds University, Khawarizmi College
• Project Duration: 16 Months (September 2017 – December 2018)

Global Solutions Sustainability Challenge is implemented by IREX and is supported by the J. Christopher Stevens Virtual Exchange Initiative (JCSVEI). JCSVEI is a U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs program administered by the Aspen Institute.