FLITE – Faculty Leadership for International Training and Exchange
FLITE by the Council of American Overseas Research Centers trains U.S. faculty in international education leadership, culminating in a development seminar and collaborative research in Cambodia.
Funder: Council of American Overseas Research Centers
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Tuition-based program; participant fee is $4,500 covering course and in-country seminar costs (excluding international airfare).
Summary: Professional development program for U.S. college faculty/administrators to advance international education leadership and participate in a faculty seminar in Cambodia.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and faculty or administrators at U.S. colleges/universities; full payment due January 29, 2027.
Description
This professional development initiative, offered by the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) in partnership with College of the Canyons, is designed to empower U.S. college faculty and administrators with the skills and perspectives necessary to lead international education initiatives. The program consists of a 10-week online course in international education leadership, individual or team-based campus internationalization projects, and culminates in a 10–12 day Overseas Faculty Development Seminar in Cambodia. Participants engage with local scholars and institutions, deepen their understanding of Cambodian history, society, and culture, and gain practical experience for integrating global perspectives into their teaching and institutional strategies. Successful participants receive a certificate in Faculty Leadership in International Training and Exchange.
