Global Experience

In this inspiring episode of Going Live with Global Learning, Dr. Dawn Wood, Dean of Global Learning at Kirkwood Community College, joins host Tia to share her remarkable journey from growing up on a small farm in Iowa to living and traveling around the world. Dr. Wood reflects on her first experiences abroad—studying in Denmark and teaching English in the Czech Republic—and how those moments shaped her lifelong passion for international education. She shares stories from her travels across Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, offering insight into how global experiences transform perspectives, foster empathy, and deepen understanding across cultures. She also discusses why global learning should be accessible to every student—especially at community colleges—and how Kirkwood continues to champion international opportunities for all. 🌎 Learn more about Global Learning at Kirkwood: 👉 https://www.kirkwood.edu/global #KirkwoodCommunityCollege #GlobalLearning #DrDawnWood #StudyAbroad #InternationalEducation #CulturalExchange #GlobalExperience #CommunityCollege #InterculturalLearning #KirkwoodGlobal