IAU
Former name
Institute for American Universities
Motto"Bevés a la font de la Sapienci"
Motto in English
"Drink From the Fountain of Knowledge"
TypePrivate, independent, not for profit liberal arts college
Established1957 (1957)
AffiliationAix-Marseille University
PresidentCarl Jubran, Ph.D.
Vice-presidentPhilip Breeden
DeanLeigh Smith, Ph.D.
Students1,050
Location
Aix-en-Provence
,
France
Websitewww.iau.edu

IAU (IAU, French: Institut Américain Universitaire) is an American institution of higher learning situated in southern France.[1] Its main campus is located in Aix-en-Provence, France, and it operates satellite programs in Spain, Morocco, and the United Kingdom. Established in 1957, IAU was among the earliest American-style, English language, liberal arts educational institutions in Western Europe. The institute holds a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York and is recognized by both the Rectorat of Aix-Marseille University and the French Ministry of Education as a private higher education institution. IAU is recognized for its significant presence as a study abroad program in Europe and for being the pioneering institution to offer study abroad options beyond French language studies.[2][3] In 2015, IAU expanded its offerings by introducing master's and bachelor's degree programs through its sister institution, the American College of the Mediterranean (ACM).[4]

History

Manning Hall houses IAU's School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

IAU was founded in 1957 by academics and former diplomats, including Herbert Maza who served as its initial President,[5] Evron Kirkpatrick, and Jeane Kirkpatrick. The institution aimed to provide a platform for Americans interested in diplomatic relations and careers in foreign service and the State Department. It was established under the authority of Aix-Marseille University and offered a study abroad program, allowing students to earn transfer credits by living and studying in France for a year.[5] IAU was the pioneering institution offering study abroad programs for students pursuing majors beyond language studies.[2]

By 1966, the Institute had an enrollment of around 150 students,[6] and in 1984 it established a partnership with the Leo Marchutz School of Painting & Drawing (founded by Leo Marchutz in 1972), although the Leo Marchutz School of Painting & Drawing is no longer affiliated with IAU. Over the years, IAU's program expanded, serving more than 700 colleges and universities as of 2015, with over 20,000 undergraduates having participated, and an annual enrollment exceeding 700.[7]

Programs and locations

IAU College Dean, Leigh Smith, leads students through the Borghese Gallery in Rome as part of IAU's January Term/Intersession programs.

IAU operates its main campus in Aix-en-Provence, situated in the southern region of France. The programs of study at this campus are offered in both French and English.[8] This campus hosts the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, the ACM School of Art, the School of Business and International Relations, and the Centre d'Etudes Françaises.[9] Additionally, IAU offers French language studies at its Paris campus, which is located at the Université de Paris-Sorbonne. The institution also facilitates semester and summer programs in Barcelona, Spain, catering to students seeking Spanish language and cultural courses.[9]

IAU conducts traveling seminar programs that allow students to explore multiple countries during their studies, including France, Morocco, Spain, Greece, Italy, Czechia, and England.[9]

IAU's ownership encompasses all of its properties in Aix-en-Provence.[10][11]

Students working in the library at IAU's main campus in Aix-en-Provence, France.

Accreditation and affiliations

Established in 1957, IAU holds a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York and is recognized by the Rectorat of Aix-Marseille University and the French Ministry of Education as a private higher education institution.[12] IAU's status as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization in the United States is registered. The institution is a founding member of the Association of American International Colleges and Universities (AAICU),[13] a national charter member of the Forum on Education Abroad,[14] and a member of the National Association of Foreign Student Admission (NAFSA), the College Consortium for International Studies (CCIS),[15] and the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA).[16]

IAU maintains partnerships with two U.S.-accredited institutions, namely Northern Illinois University and Fairfield University. These partnerships allow students to transfer their coursework completed at IAU to either of these institutions. IAU's business courses have been approved by Fairfield University and Northern Illinois University, both of which possess accredited and top-ranked business schools recognized by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).[17][18]

Faculty and governance

Former Professor and Assistant Dean John Gasparach assisting a student with her landscape painting.

IAU is governed by a private, autonomous Board of Trustees and offers programs leading to bachelor's and master's degrees. It also provides an array of study abroad experiences for students from over 250 partner universities from around the United States, including private institutions such as Harvard University,[19] Cornell University,[20] Tufts University,[21] Rice University,[22] and Boston College[23] and state universities such as University of Texas at Austin,[24] Penn State University,[25] University of Arizona,[26] and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.[27]

Student body

Students are primarily enrolled at American institutions, coming to IAU to study abroad.[28]

The student body take internships at local businesses and have lecture series, social events and classroom excursions in collaboration with the neighboring Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po- Aix) and the Institut Universitaire Technologique (IUT) of Aix-en-Provence.[29][30]

Notable people

References

  1. ↑ Cressey, William W. (2004). Guide to Studying Abroad. The Princeton Review. ISBN 9780375763717.
  2. 1 2 "Institute for American Universities". Association of American International Colleges and Universities. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  3. ↑ Boudin, Auriane; Boudin, Erika; Gimberg, Lucile; Pnault, Nicolas (14 March 2005). "Les Américains en raffolent" (in French). L'Express. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  4. ↑ "American College of the Mediterranean". Association of American International Colleges and Universities. 15 October 2018. Retrieved 16 November 2020.
  5. 1 2 "Local Man Heads French Institute". Sunday Herald. 6 April 1958. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  6. ↑ "Overseas Study Benefits Invaluable, Girls Assert". Herald-Journal. 6 February 1966. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  7. ↑ "History of IAU". IAU College official website. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  8. ↑ "Study in a foreign land?". Kiplingers Personal Finance. December 1970. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  9. 1 2 3 "Locations". IAU College official website. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  10. ↑ "IAU: The School of Humanities and Social Sciences". Abroad. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  11. ↑ "Institute For American Universities College". Marchutz-School. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  12. ↑ "John Lamore to Study in France Next Year". The Nevada Daily Mail. 2 April 1972. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  13. ↑ "Institute for American Universities (IAU College)". AAICU. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  14. ↑ "Forum Members". The Forum Education Board. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  15. ↑ "CCIS Member Institutions". CCIS Study Abroad. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  16. ↑ "Study Abroad in Aix-En-Provence, France". Academic Studies. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  17. ↑ "Study abroad". Northern Illinois University. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  18. ↑ "Aix-en-Provence, France - Fairfield Students". Studio Abroad. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  19. ↑ "Harvard Summer Program in Aix-en-Provence, France". Harvard. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  20. ↑ "Programs and Brochure". Cornell University. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  21. ↑ "Recommended programs". Tufts University. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  22. ↑ "Aix-en-Provence, France - IAU College". Rice University. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  23. ↑ "Boston College International Programs". Boston College. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  24. ↑ "IAU: School of Humanities and Social Sciences in AIX". University of Texas. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  25. ↑ "IAU College Aix-en-Proence, School of Humanities and Social Sciences". Penn State University. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  26. ↑ "IAU - Le Centre d'Aix". University of Arizona. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  27. ↑ "SAO Provider: IAU Aix-en-Provence, France". University of Illinois. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
  28. ↑ "Master of Fine Arts". The Marchutz School of Fine Arts. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  29. ↑ Puchot, Pierre (10 March 2015). "Gauche: les oppositions arabes a lepreuve de la repression" (in French). Mediapart. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  30. ↑ "Le necessaire dialogue entre la gauche et les islamistes egyptiens". Le Monde.fr (in French). 27 May 2015. Retrieved 30 September 2015.
  31. ↑ Tulsa World. "Philip Breeden: Presidential candidate rhetoric is damaging the U.S. abroad". Retrieved 8 November 2016.
  32. ↑ Radio Bleu, Le Journal de 7h. "Journaux d'information France Bleu Provence en réécoute". Radio Bleu.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  33. 1 2 "Distinguished Visiting Scholars". IAU College official website. Retrieved 7 May 2015.
  34. ↑ Alami, Aida (17 January 2015). "Morocco Crushed Dissent Using a U.S. Interrogation Site, Rights Advocates Say". The New York Times. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
  35. ↑ Project on Middle East Democracy. "POMED 10th Anniversary Award Dinner". Retrieved 8 November 2016.
  36. ↑ Hirschfield, Robert S. (2011-12-31). The Selection and Election of Presidents. Transaction Publishers. ISBN 9780202369969. Retrieved 4 May 2015.
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