IUP is offering a unique opportunity this summer for Computer Science/Cybersecurity students from across the nation interested in learning the Chinese language and exploring the ample opportunities such skill can give them upon graduation. We are offering a paid summer program that will teach Chinese to its participants. Program highlights are given below. If you are interested, you are encouraged to complete and submit an application very soon. Please email chinese-immersion-program@iup.edu if you have any questions. Program details: 

1. A stipend of $6,000 for program and follow-up activity completion.
2. The program is entirely free for participants, including lodging, travel, and meals.
3. Application deadline is November 17, 2023.
4. The 10-week summer program includes online and face-to-face instructions.
5. Participants must be US citizens or permanent residents.
6. Fun and exciting cultural activities and experiences.
7. The program targets current sophomore and junior students but interested freshmen are also encouraged to apply.
8. Attendance of a conference in Maryland in which all participants will be introduced to various cybersecurity careers requiring proficiency in language and have the opportunity to meet with representatives from the DoD and other federal partner organizations.
9. Complete information about the program including online application, flyer, brochure, etc. can be found on its website at https://www.iup.edu/cybersecurity/grants/dod-lang-immersion-project/index.html.